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Evahfar - An EP Release
"Pink Goddess" is an alternative rock song by Evahfar, the musical project created by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Stephen Murray, featured on Evahfar's self-titled debut EP released in August 2026. The lyrics use the metaphor of a "pink goddess" riding the waves of time to represent navigating various experiences and realms. Before founding Evahfar, Stephen Murray spent years embedded in the underground instrumental rock scene under the moniker Sun Raven. Under that ti
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4 days ago1 min read
GRAVE CORPS GET PRETTY, BLOODY, AND COMPLETELY INSANE
Some songs come from months of serious reflection. Others come from a smartass response to a selfie. Guess which one feels more punk rock? Grave Corps releases its new single and video, “Pretty Insane,” today, dragging listeners through the doors of Hellfire Asylum and locking them inside with Traci Von Krypt, several highly questionable doctors, and whatever remains of reality after the experiment goes bad. Underneath the blood, broken asylum walls, and general chaos, “Prett
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7 days ago2 min read
Afterbirth Cartoons
"DP River Water" is a punk rock track by the band Afterbirth Cartoons. The song reflects on the band members growing up in Des Plaines, Illinois, focusing on the local Des Plaines River flooding and the gross conditions of the water. BIO: Afterbirth Cartoons is a steady explosion of sardonic beat punk from Phoenix. Alvah (guitar/vocals), Galatea Clementine (bass, vocals), and Mathaniel (drums/vocals) were 90’s kids who grew up on a steady diet of Nicktoons, Ninja Turtles, H
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Aug 231 min read
Parched Drops "L5"
Phoenix hardcore outfit PARCHED comes out swinging with “L5,” a short, intense blast of underground punk energy that wastes absolutely no time getting to the point. Clocking in at just under two minutes, the track embraces the raw, aggressive side of hardcore while keeping everything tight and direct. There is a sense of urgency running through “L5,” with the band leaning into the stripped down intensity that makes hardcore so effective. Rather than relying on lengthy arrange
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Aug 201 min read
Jan Burkard
Independent singer-songwriter from Germany with a passion for honest, emotional music rooted in the streets. After beginning my journey as a street performer, I found a deep connection to public music and began crafting my own songs. Over the past two years, I've collaborated closely with a producer to develop a sound that blends folk, pop, and indie elements — with a focus on authentic tones. I'm currently working on my debut EP, planned for release next year.
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Aug 161 min read
Elise Harper
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0jojeOBJ5mC714MyiGpfwF
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Aug 161 min read
AGOMETAL
AGOMETAL is a Japan-based AI-generated post-hardcore / metalcore project produced by ISOAGO. Drawing on 25 years of heavy music, ISOAGO transforms AI-generated material into something distinctly human—from the sound and structure to the visuals and worldbuilding. The result is music that’s catchy, heavy, and driven by a groove you can feel in your body. AI-powered heavy music that makes you headbang.
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Aug 161 min read
Maria Grazia Altea
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5LIRqZ9VGSWyu1d2Cpw5EE
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Aug 161 min read
GODHOUSESTARS
GODHOUSESTARS is an independent recording artist and multidisciplinary creator whose work explores transformation, philosophy, spirituality, and the search for human connection. Blending introspective songwriting with cinematic visuals, each release is designed to encourage listeners to interpret their own experiences through themes of faith, love, identity, and purpose. Recorded at Blackbird Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, The Universe’s Floor (Radio Edit) marks the beginni
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Aug 161 min read
Dead Dog
Dead Dog is an alt-rock band from the Chicagoland area. Since debuting in 2022, the band has released two EPs and is currently working on their next project to be released in late 2026. The band comprises four members, Kiki, Juni, Ruby, and Sol dating back friendships as far as 2007. Dead Dog features a blend of twisted lyrical imagery, catchy rhythms & mesmerizing guitar leads, and booming powerful drums.
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Aug 161 min read
Ari Fraser
Ari Fraser, a talented singer-songwriter hailing from Hollywood, Florida, has mastered the art of creating a fresh and soulful sound in the realm of spiritual music. With a touch of modern pop and contemporary flair, Ari's music is a captivating fusion of powerful vocals and profound, introspective lyrics. Join me on this musical journey as we explore the depths of Ari's unique and inspiring artistry. 🎶🌟 #MusicIsLife #SoulfulSounds
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Aug 161 min read
Reggie Iossa
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4u7BQaoEZAGD7pJSmJ4NEq
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Aug 161 min read
A. HerrMann
A.HerrMann lives on the Baltic Sea in Timmendorfer Strand and tells stories - about himself and from life. He has been making music since he was 16, comes from Lübeck and was of course influenced in his youth by this wonderful city with Travemünde and its small Priwall peninsula on the Baltic Sea. It was especially the proximity to the sea and the intense people on the coast that brought A.HerrMann back again and again, back to his Baltic Sea, which is always there - sometime
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Aug 162 min read
ondřej MARKWARTITZ nierostek
songwriter mostly writing song in Czech lately I do English lyric as well.
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Aug 161 min read
Deena Maddox
Deena Maddox is an American singer-songwriter whose music blends the deep roots of country with a touch of soul and raw truth. Originally from Texas and now based in Las Vegas, she writes songs that tell real stories, inspired by love, loss, motherhood, and resilience. With a warm and emotive voice, Deena captivates her audience through honesty and her ability to turn personal experiences into powerful songs. A self-taught guitarist and lifelong music lover, she has built her
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Aug 161 min read
Brian David
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6A9Tj8u3Q0qUTQUtGxZQuu
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Aug 161 min read
Eylsia
Eylsia Nicolas is a first-generation American singer-songwriter of Irish and Filipino heritage whose journey from international tennis courts to the recording studio reflects resilience, innovation, and artistic passion. Once ranked on the world stage in tennis with appearances at Wimbledon and the US Open—and becoming the youngest winner of the Irish Open at just 14—Eylsia pivoted from athletics to the music industry following a career-ending injury.She went on to serve as E
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Aug 161 min read
Trinity Jo-Li Bliss
Trinity is a 16-years old singer, songwriter and actor from Los Angeles creating dreamy, cinematic pop straight from her diary. You may know her as Tuk in James Cameron's Avatar: They Way of Water and the upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash, she brings the same courage, imagination and emotional depth from film into her music. Homeschooled for the past few years, Trinity often hears cheers, laughter and dance-floor anthems drifting from the local high school just down the street.
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Aug 161 min read
Smii
Why are you reading this? This is just another insignificant press text from yet another “rock band“, ready to change the world of music. … as usual. You’ve heard this a thousand times before, so do yourself a favor and stop reading. You won’t get anything out of it! But now that you’re here, I might as well tell you who we are. We are Smii. We play dirtpop, because, let’s be honest, every local band needs to invent a new subgenre. Which is kind of sad, because the music is a
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Aug 141 min read
The Mukherjee Development Drop A Pop Coated New Track
The Mukherjee Development are pretty well known for releasing songs that incorporate folk roots and Country crossovers while still leaning toward classic rock through their guitar tones and songwriting. If you haven't caught them yet, the band's 2025 record, Square Up On A Curve, certainly gives you a great representation of what they do. However, the brand new single, "Tatters," offers a much more pop-focused feel and sound, moving along with an infectious rhythm, clear voca
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A New Release from Kyle Grimm Brings On An Experimental Approach and an Alluring Soundscape
Kyle Grimm just dropped a new record that features original compositions along with performances written by other composers, and the whole thing with this record is that it blends a cinematic element with upright or double bass, and does so by way of bringing on mass amounts of experimentation and sound sculpting along the way. The forever eve album is riddled with expansive tonalities and a knack for creating and combining sounds that you may not figure would go together, bu
1 day ago
Kelariz Keshavarz Delivers A Warm Performance and Beautiful Tone with Her New Release
A beautiful album release from Kelariz Keshavarz comes through with a wonderful in depth and beautifully constructed set of pieces performed entirely by solo flute, and this is the kind of album that you can really sit and take the time to soak in as the pieces are a little transcending, beautifully performed, and have a certain tonal warmth coming from the instrument that has a way of wrapping itself around you and keeping you in a very particular kind of headspace. The albu
1 day ago
Composer Asuka Kakitani Tells A Story of Nature through Double-Bass
A breathtaking and immersive new record from Asuka Kakitani takes you on quite a beautiful musical journey, and it's all done with one instrument throughout the entire record, which is something that is most impressive and speaks volumes for the composer's ability to create transformative pieces of music without layers upon layers of orchestrated instrumentation. Sometimes it takes something that feels a little bit more stripped down to stir the pot. This is a record that bre
1 day ago
A Pop Coated Love Song from Carmie
Danish singer and songwriter Carmie gave us a track earlier this year that already began opening up the fact that she puts a lot of herself into her music. She's quite unafraid to speak her mind and does so with a bit of a raw, unfiltered approach, but still in a slightly delicate manner. There aren't many walls built around how she writes, and that single, "Safe Space", had elements of contemporary pop, rock, and still kept the singer-songwriter element bleeding through at a
5 days ago
GRAVE CORPS GET PRETTY, BLOODY, AND COMPLETELY INSANE
Some songs come from months of serious reflection. Others come from a smartass response to a selfie. Guess which one feels more punk rock? Grave Corps releases its new single and video, “Pretty Insane,” today, dragging listeners through the doors of Hellfire Asylum and locking them inside with Traci Von Krypt, several highly questionable doctors, and whatever remains of reality after the experiment goes bad. Underneath the blood, broken asylum walls, and general chaos, “Prett
7 days ago
Tattoo Artist and Fine Artist Kirk Edward Nilsen II Expands Dual-Market Presence in New Jersey and Charleston
The fine artist, tattooer and musician continues evolving his work across medieval themed architectural tattooing, hand-drawn fine art, and new music from his project Spanish Castles AUGUST 27, 2026 (CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA) — Tattoo artist, fine artist, and musician Kirk Edward Nilsen II is expanding his creative presence between Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey at Crown & Anchor and Charleston, South Carolina at The Edge Tattoo, marking a new chapter in a nearly 20-year
Aug 26
The Eclectic and Immersive Sounds of Alexander James Godman
Alexander James Godman is, hands down, one of the most eclectic songwriters I've heard in quite some time. His releases range from acoustic to electronic, pop, and loads more, depending on what he wants to create in the moment. This is one of the most appealing things about the artist and his approaches. He is always utilizing different influences to create genres that bend and sway at his will. The songs come from places that feel genuine, and you never really know what to e
Aug 25
An Intelligent and Introspective Record from Suburban Downe
A full album release from Suburban Downe delivers a flurry of honest and conscious hip-hop that comes spewing out from all directions, giving you loads of persona and character to chew on, along with plenty of inner thought that comes spilling out for all to soak in. This is a different kind of hip-hop record. It's a rap release, but it gives you layers. This is an experimental LP that blends elements of electronic, cinematic, pop, and hip-hop together to create an atmosphere
Aug 25
A New Single from Exceptional Failures Delivers A Heavy Handed Message With A Fuzz-Rock Tone
The latest drop from Exceptional Failures sends a heavy-handed message that I feel like we can all understand, as the song delves into media and a little bit of propaganda and how we all follow those headlines, not really seeing the destruction that it's caused. To me, the song speaks volumes in terms of the state of things in today's world. Too many people follow news, social media, and more, willing to take part in whatever side they feel suits them best, without hearing th
Aug 24
Afterbirth Cartoons
"DP River Water" is a punk rock track by the band Afterbirth Cartoons. The song reflects on the band members growing up in Des Plaines, Illinois, focusing on the local Des Plaines River flooding and the gross conditions of the water. BIO: Afterbirth Cartoons is a steady explosion of sardonic beat punk from Phoenix. Alvah (guitar/vocals), Galatea Clementine (bass, vocals), and Mathaniel (drums/vocals) were 90’s kids who grew up on a steady diet of Nicktoons, Ninja Turtles, H
Aug 23
An Interview With Ava Rivello
Ava Rivello is an artist who has been around for a few years now, and throughout that time has dropped a handful of singles that most certainly show how she pushes the expressive boundaries of what she writes and releases. Her songs fall into a bit of a heavier rock category, but there's a lot of feeling attached to the lyrics and how she performs them, along with insight into her persona along the way. She doesn't hold a lot back, and that's something that draws people into
Aug 19
A Warm And Inviting Record from Slack Key ʻOhana
An absolutely gorgeous new release from Slack Key ʻOhana delivers the best, breezy, freeing, colorful vibes that you could imagine, as they put out this beautifully conducted island music complete with outstanding instrumentation that really nails the aesthetic. The album is packed with warm tonality that just pulls you right in and keeps you right where it wants to. It feels good to listen to this record because it sets your mind at ease in so many different ways. It is rela
Aug 15
An Alternative Pop-Punk Record from Not Allowed
An album release from Not Allowed breeds a youthful pop-punk approach, crossed with edgy alternative undertones, and a sort of anthemic cry out from a lot of the songs, that bring up certain senses of nostalgia, mostly because the lyrics are so descriptive at times. A lot of these songs are fists-in-the-air sing-alongs, bringing out classic elements of punk and pop, crunchy guitars, heavy influences, and layers of vocals that feel sort of colorful but, again, a little alterna
Aug 13
Betty Moon’s 2003 Album Doll Machine Arrives on Streaming Platforms for the First Time
Originally released through Sextant Records/EMI, Moon’s third album is now available on Spotify and Apple Music via Evolver Music, Inc. Singer, songwriter and producer Betty Moon has officially released her 2003 album Doll Machine on streaming platforms for the first time. Originally released in late 2003 through Sextant Records/EMI while Moon was still living in Canada, the album is now available on Spotify and Apple Music via her label Evolver Music, Inc. As Moon’s third fu
Aug 10
A Wonderfully Woven Blend of Classical and Smooth Jazz from Dimitri K
An immersive new release from Dimitri K. and Karen Devroop delivers a soiree of smooth jazz melted into a cinematic backbone that all comes through with lush, flowing atmospheres that are very easy to get swallowed up by. Of course, I mean this in the best way possible. This record portrays all different kinds of moods and certainly boasts a little bit of emotion at different parts of songs, but the whole thing has a life of its own, and when you listen to it from beginning t
Aug 8
Sander Sanchez Returns With A Thriving and Warm New Dance-Pop Single
Sander Sanchez returns with a new single that showcases a lot of personality, character, and the ability to write a song with fewer walls built around it than whatever you may be used to. When I say something like that, I mean that he's really open about his life experiences and is able to portray them through his music almost seamlessly. Sander is outstanding at painting such pictures in your head as songs unfold, and this new track is absolutely no exception. "U&I" is a bit
Aug 7
Benji Heinke Releases A Tripped Out Blend of Indie-pop and Electronic Music With "Blue Eden"
If you're not yet too familiar with the sounds of Benji Heinke, then let us be among the first to introduce you to the artist, who just dropped a brand new record that blurs the lines between electronic, indie-pop, and elements of rock. This is a record that takes you into different worlds and does so with sonic frequencies that feel good to listen to, carry with them a great sort of brightness, and provide a lot to chew on. Most of the songs on the Blue Eden record are a lit
Aug 7
An Experimental, Genre-Bending Release From Adel Music Club
Adel Music Club has a release that you absolutely need to hear, especially if you're into the underground '90s aesthetic that blends grungy rock with electronic and symphonic elements. The Golden Acres album bends genres freely by bringing together bright and infectious synths and keys, and fat, fuzz-tone guitars, all in combination with a semi-spacious underbelly that creates ambience and robust atmospheres for you to swim through. Saying that this record is experimental wou
Aug 7
A Fresh Album And Interview with Uh Oh
The latest album from Uh Oh brings together elements of indie and pop rock along with this wave of vastness that sort of sits in the underbelly of some of the tracks. It's a colorful record that gives off so much personality because of the honesty that's displayed throughout the entire thing. The songs are catchy, fun, vibrant, and a little bit experimental, but there's always that pop sensibility. No matter what, it's that character you end up holding on to throughout the en
Aug 1
Walton Lott Delivers Some Intense Performances On The "Impulses" Record
Walton Lott recently released a series of pieces from two different composers that speak volumes for his technique and performance approach, as these works are in depth and can get quite lively. The record is called Impulses, and one of my favorite aspects about it is the fact that he's displaying so much incredible range throughout this set of pieces. Right off the bat, you have four works from Frederic Rzewski cold "Four Pieces for Piano". The first of the four pieces is du
Jul 31
James Lyon Releases An Immersive Violin Album
In a new release from James Lyon, the performer invites you to come through some amazing pieces for violin, bringing out a range of emotion and beautiful texture throughout its entire course. James is an incredible performer who's had a career teaching at Penn State and has finally been able to release this set of works that spoke to him and let him express his passion and love, not just for the arts, but for performance itself and how being exposed to so much gorgeous classi
Jul 31
SHAWN BROWN RELEASES NEW SINGLE “WHAT A WAY TO GO"
Portland-based singer/songwriter Shawn Brown has dropped his new single, “What a Way to Go,” today via Bootney Lee Records. An anthemic, full-throttle rocker about doomed young love fighting to survive against impossible odds, the song marks one of Brown’s biggest and most electrified releases to date. Produced by acclaimed musician and producer Grecco Buratto, whose credits include Shakira, Tegan and Sara, and Lionel Richie, “What a Way to Go” leans into a sweeping, guitar-d
Jul 27
A Catchy New Pop-Rock EP from Jet Lag Motel Classic and Fresh tendency
Jet Lag Motel return with a new EP that leans into everything from elements of pop punk to modern-style indie rock, and most of it is extremely radio-friendly, while some of it even gives me the vibe of the kind of stuff you would hear on the radio in the early 2000s or late 90s. The record is filled with bright guitar tone, catchy hooks, a vibrant kind of energy, and comes through with a bit of a punch, which is something pop rock needs. One thing is for sure: no matter what
Jul 24
Emily Simonian Delivers An Honest And Catchy New Pop Single
A new single from Emily Simonian most certainly comes through as a radio-friendly pop single that manages to blend elements of contemporary, hinted just underneath the surface, but also an amazing combination of old and new-school approaches. One of my favorite things about this track is that it does feature certain kinds of key and synth sounds that are sort of sprinkled in the production of the track, and they give off this almost vintage '80s feel, which works amazingly wi
Jul 21
David Kaufman Releases An Honest pop-Rock Record
The new album from David Kaufman delves headfirst into classic rock territory but doesn't really leave that pop sensibility behind. These songs definitely have hooks; they can be colorful, robust, and still absolutely rock out when they want to. This is a brilliant combination of contemporary songwriting, blended with alternative and driving rock that feels honest and at times, cinematic. Right Here is a release that offers up songs from someone who brings a slew of influence
Jul 20
An Immersive and Experimental Electronic Album from dronehands
A brilliantly constructed album from dronehands recently dropped, and this thing embodies a particular kind of emotionally driven electronic soundscape that constructs moods and atmospheres with each song, which I found really alluring and even a little bit invigorating. The LP showcases a producer and artist who takes the right kind of time to build songs. Again, a lot of these feel moody. Not in a dark or down way, but they have emotional backbone, which is something you do
Jul 20
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