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Naomi Jane
With more than 14 million streams, 17 million video views, over 100,000 monthly listeners across platforms, more than playlist placements reaching 21 million listeners on Spotify, and back-to-back recognition from the International Songwriting Competition, Naomi Jane enters 2026 with both critical acclaim and undeniable momentum. She earned 1st Place (Teen, 2023) and 2nd Place (Unsigned, 2024) from ISC, placed 2nd in the Unsigned Only Music Competition, and signed her first p
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4 days ago4 min read
Ezra Prada
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4 days ago1 min read
Tiger La Flor
Tiger La Flor gets easily restless. The Japanese-Korean-American indie pop artist has lived in more cities than she can recount in order — Seattle, Barcelona, Chicago, New York, Medellín, London, Los Angeles, Paris — inhabiting a different character in each one. “To make good art, you have to live a life that feels artistic,” she says. What stays constant across it all is what she’s trying to capture: a certain nostalgia for the timeless beauty in the ephemeral. She finds it
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4 days ago4 min read
Schuz Drops A Mind Bending New Track
“Reminisce (Remember Me)” brings together a soulful fusion of pop and singer-songwriter influences, creating a warm, wistful atmosphere that feels both intimate and familiar. The track unfolds with delicate guitar work, a steady rhythmic pulse, and expressive vocals that give the song an inviting emotional depth. There is a laid-back groove running throughout, allowing the melody to breathe while keeping the listener immersed in its reflective tone. The vocals carry a sense o
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7 days ago1 min read
James Tonic
James Tonic is a Montreal-raised, New York-based dream pop artist with a sound built on analog synths, live drums, and lyrics that don't flinch. Comparisons to Cigarettes After Sex, Lana Del Rey, and The 1975 have followed consistently. His 2024 record Stuck In LA sold out its West Coast touring run. Safety (2025) followed with a 60% Spotify save rate and 20,000 first-week sales across nine tracks. Safety II (January 2026) deepened the sound with darker production and more ci
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Sep 231 min read
morrigan69official
Independent singer songwriter with three original albums blending cinematic Latin pop, rock, and urban soul.
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Sep 231 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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Sep 232 min read
Alexa Kate
Get ready to meet Alexa Kate — she’s already excited to meet you. For the New York native, connection has always been the North Star. Long before streaming numbers or social metrics entered the picture, Alexa was writing songs as a way to feel understood and to help others feel the same. Now, from her foundation of a passionate and deeply engaged fanbase, Alexa Kate is the rare artist whose following doesn’t live exclusively on the screen. Her listeners show up in real life.
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Sep 131 min read
Julz The Great
Julz The Great is a singer, songwriter, and self-confessed jack-of-all-trades making garage punk with big hooks and zero polish where it counts. She writes, plays, and produces most of it herself — bass in hand, tongue slightly in cheek — landing somewhere between Paramore's melodic punch and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' art-punk snarl. On stage she's all energy; on record she's all teeth.
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Sep 131 min read
Nat Hills
Nat Hills is a rising country-rock artist from Essex, blending 80s/90s rock grit with modern country storytelling. Drawing on the attitude of Gretchen Wilson and Miranda Lambert, with the edge of iconic bands like Guns N’ Roses and Bon Jovi, her music is raw, defiant and emotionally charged. Through bold lyricism and powerful vocals, Nat explores resilience, self-reclamation and breaking free from the expectations that once tried to silence her.. With her debut releases, she’
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Sep 131 min read
Jake Giles
I'm Jake, an independent musician living in Chicago. Music is the core of who I am. When I'm not making it myself, I'm writing about it, seeing live shows, collecting vinyl, and foraging on music message boards. I moved from LA to Chicago in 2023 to establish myself in the local music scene. I'm writing constantly and always chasing that next great song.
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Sep 131 min read
Biernacki
Biernacki is Rafał Biernacki, a songwriter and producer from Kraków, Poland. He spent two decades on stage fronting the progressive band Disperse, releasing three albums and touring internationally, before stepping out under his own name. His solo work is bright, vocal-led pop built around piano, synths and layered harmonies. He writes, performs and produces everything himself, releasing through his own label UNDEFY Records.
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Sep 131 min read
La Broma Negra
groupe de rock/folk/post-punk/pop baroque formé de 7 membres en 1989 á Madrid, avec 11 albums édités
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Sep 131 min read
Donguille.pe
Musical band that explores diverse genres from yesterday and today. The name comes from the combination of Don = Sebastian Donayre, the musical mastermind, the contributor of the arrangements and musical variations; then Guille = Guillermo Castañeda, composer of songs from the past and present, striving to give the best of the repertoire; and .pe = Peter Solis, an old friend who collaborated on many of Guille's songs at the time, a friend who is always present. Well, that's w
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Sep 131 min read
Marcus Philip
Marcus Philip is a Danish singer-songwriter working within cinematic folk and alternative Americana. His music is built around raw, expressive vocals and organic guitars, blending acoustic intimacy with restrained electric textures. Drawing inspiration from artists like Ryan Adams, Neil Young and Damien Rice, his songs focus on atmosphere, melody and emotional honesty rather than polish or trends.
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Sep 131 min read
Steve Tabor
I am an independent singer-songwriter who enjoys writing, performing and most of all sharing my songs with others. Generally, my songs are in the Indie folk, blues, or country, and many contain a taste of inspiration. I Enjoy playing guitar, piano, singing, and attempting to come up with some interesting lyrics and musical combinations. I've been known to add a little harmonica into my songs for a little extra accent. I’ve been writing songs for over 20 years, and I currently
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Sep 131 min read
Jody Lynn
Songwriter in a lyrical life with a voice like sugar-coated barbwire. Pouring it all out, surrendering to her cathexis. :) Currently hailing from Virginia, Jody has lived all over the US from coast to coast...and feels fortunate to have met some kindred spirits along the way that she now considers friends and family. Jody has been writing songs since she was 15 years old but recently with the sudden loss of her father has stepped into an entirely new realm of prolific writing
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Sep 131 min read
Casey Abrams Showcases Chops, Character, and A Love for the Craft with #Jazz
An addictive and animated new record from Casey Abrams manages to refresh classic jazz approaches with this almost outlandishly fun style that brings together classic composition with a colorful and very vivacious energy. The #Jazz album combines styles both old and new and features some brilliant takes on the genre, but what really reaches out and grabs you about this whole thing is really the character it involves. Casey seems to really let loose, and in doing so, that pers
1 hour ago
A Fresh EP from SUNTRAP Gives off Classic Pop Vibes
An immersive new EP release from SUNTRAP brings out a pretty awesome blend of what I would consider to be classic, vintage, '80s-style new wave and pop, with post-punk, electro, and more. One of the things that really drives this record is the synth work. The synthesizers and keys are really robust and deliver all kinds of instrumental hooks and melodies, which is something I really enjoy because I feel like instrumental hooks are something that have been missing from all kin
7 hours ago
A Heartfelt and Classic Single from Split Vision
Split Vision return with their new release, “Out of Nowhere,” a classic-feeling song that brings back the sound of vintage synthesizers while giving those familiar sounds a fresh new spin. The synthesizers give the song a strong retro feel, but the track still feels modern and original. We get a nice sense of nostalgia here without the song feeling stuck in the past. The song has a thick and full sound, with plenty of layers that help build its overall atmosphere. There is a
1 day ago
Spotlight Interview: A New Ep From Terry Ennison Hits Hard
A heavy-hitting new EP release from Terry Ennison delivers a super impactful energy that becomes quickly infectious and doesn't let up throughout the entire record. This is a release that is relentless, and from the production to the rap flows, the entire thing has a sort of intense soundscape to it, but that's what lets it stick with you. A lot of these songs are explosive. The production and beats have orchestral and edginess to them, and the vocals can be just as edgy when
2 days ago
Typecell Releases A Heavy Hitting Electronic EP
If you are on the lookout for something that sort of breaks down boundaries in electronic music and gives you a lot to chew on, then I have just the release for you. The new drop from Typecell is an absolutely rambunctious EP that hits hard in all the right places, gives you elements of vast and spacious underbellies, while hitting you with ferocious synth work that feels as sonically driving as it does melodic. There's something almost invasive about this release. It does ha
3 days ago
Lunar Division Songs you need To Hear Before Their New EP Drops
Lunar Division showcase their semi-classic blend of emo, progressive, grunge, and indie rock by bringing out spacious undertones and cinematic backbone throughout this piece of work that has a unique way of engulfing you. "Waurika" is a single that delivers a bit of an At the Drive-In. During those choruses, you have a huge sort of fists-in-the-air, sing-along approach that just becomes super infectious. I love it when a good rock song grabs you like this. This is the very de
3 days ago
A Warm and Bright Release from Susan Fancher and Ināra Zandmane
On the new record from Susan Fancher and Inara Zandmane, the two of them take on some wonderfully immersive pieces that border all different elements of classical, jazz, theatrical, and more as they perform original pieces from the likes of Harriet Steinke, Mark Engebretson, and Dorothy Chang, broken up into different segments and performed with such vibrancy that you get pulled right into the entire thing. Susan Fancher is an outstanding saxophonist and delivers performances
4 days ago
Mark Kirschenmann Releases An Experimental And Edgy Set of Pieces
Mark Kirschenmann has recently released a new album that sort of invades your senses by way of creating electronic and experimental atmospheres and sounds that can be edgy, a bit colorful, and certainly outside the box, to say the least. Return To Sender is a 7-track release consisting of experimentation in feedback and analog sequencing that comes at you in these waves. The underlying theme of this record, to me, indicates a little bit of rambunctiousness or an unhinged wild
4 days ago
A Brilliant Collection Release from Jin Hi Kim
In a very large and very unique new collection from Jin Hi Kim, the artist demonstrates her collection of pieces in a way that lets you experience them both individually and as one complete set. The pieces range from orchestrated works with lush instrumentation to singular instruments, giving you particular moods and bringing you in and out of her ever-expansive world, shimmering with thought, beautiful textures, and her element of spirit that seems to come into play when you
4 days ago
A Huge Metal Album From Caster Volor
Caster Volor is a theatrical shock rock and hard rock force hailing from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for blending heavy metal with high-energy, vaudevillian-inspired dystopian steel stage productions, the band has built a reputation for intense, over-the-top live spectacles. The band is actively on the road supporting this record through their extensive Paracosm Tour. You can explore physical copies, streaming links, and merchandise directly on the Official Caster Volor Web
6 days ago
CECILIE Delivers A Stripped Down And Emotional Live Single
A beautifully performed new single from CECILIE breeds a very vulnerable kind of honesty, and because of that, you get attached to the song right from the very start. The honesty she brings to the table feels kind of painful, and perhaps writing and releasing this song was somewhat cathartic for the artist. At least, that's what it feels like when you listen to the song. It feels like this was deep-rooted and probably wasn't the easiest thing to write about. This one song, "A
6 days ago
A New Album from Sean V Syndicate
There is something almost defiantly familiar about Endure, the third studio album from Long Island’s Sean V Syndicate. Across 11 songs, the band works inside a vocabulary built from classic rock, blues, Americana, and alternative rock, rarely disguising where its instincts come from. At times, I found myself thinking that if aliens landed tomorrow and asked what Western guitar music had sounded like since the 1960s, Endure would make a strangely useful primer. That familiarit
6 days ago
Schuz Drops A Mind Bending New Track
“Reminisce (Remember Me)” brings together a soulful fusion of pop and singer-songwriter influences, creating a warm, wistful atmosphere that feels both intimate and familiar. The track unfolds with delicate guitar work, a steady rhythmic pulse, and expressive vocals that give the song an inviting emotional depth. There is a laid-back groove running throughout, allowing the melody to breathe while keeping the listener immersed in its reflective tone. The vocals carry a sense o
7 days ago
Jack McKee ' The Painter"
Jack McKee returns with his new single, “The Painter,” a beautifully delicate blend of soft pop and dream pop that immediately creates a warm and genuine atmosphere. There is something incredibly natural about the way the song unfolds, allowing us to settle into its gentle melodies and expressive textures. It feels sincere from the very beginning, carrying the kind of emotional warmth that makes the song feel personal without ever becoming overwhelming. At its heart, “The Pai
7 days ago
Linda Marks Has A Heartfelt New Single
If you are looking for a song to give you the warm and fuzzies, make you feel good, and remind you about that certain spark you have with someone, then I have just the thing for you. The latest single release from Linda Marks is a sort of soft rock and contemporary blend that brings out such a wonderfully gentle approach instrumentally but a wonderfully strong message that speaks volumes for the artist, as she really puts herself out there and gets slightly vulnerable, but wi
Sep 28
An Addictive and Experimental Electronic Release from Audiovoid Is Completely engulfing
A borderline brilliant new experimental record from Audiovoid is a damn near perfect example of how certain producers and artists are able to sculpt sound and create entire atmospheres that swallow you up in the best way possible. The Afterglow EP is robust, to say the very least. Its presence is incredibly cinematic, drifting, edgy, glitchy, and, at times, completely outside the box. The funny thing about all of that is that it comes through with a lot of character attached
Sep 26
Brandon Bing Is Back With An Edgy But Honest Country Rock Single
Brandon Bing is known for blending some of the best elements of Rock and Country together, and in doing so, bringing out this sort of edgy, slightly gritty soundscape, still with that Southern tonality close at hand, but with a little extra attitude and a little more alternative backbone. His latest single, "Warning," exemplifies this amazingly because I think it's one of his harder-hitting tracks to date. It feels like he's leaning more into that rock feel with each new sing
Sep 26
An Interview with Al-Khemetic
A fresh EP release from Al-Khemetic delivers a roots reggae approach with all the bells and muscles you could possibly want. This is a record that exudes a warm and welcoming aesthetic from start to finish, with classic horns, guitars, and more, along with those rhythms that just make you want to move. One of the things that really hits hardest about this release is the sheer fact that it's so positive. This is one of the more spirited records I've heard in a long time, and t
Sep 25
Hank Tree Delivers A Warm And Honest, Lush Folk Record
A wonderfully lush new release from Hank Tree delivers a lot of robust honesty in the form of these sort of classic but cinematically robust folk songs, each telling a bit of a story from some personal perspective and digging a little bit deep into the artist's personality, which is one of the things that lets you really hold on to it the most. These songs definitely aren't stripped down. Yes, they are folk songs, and they do have some roots undertone to them, but they feel v
Sep 25
A New Release from Sean Hopkins
Before Sean Hopkins began releasing records under his own name, he played bass in indie bands and toured the East Coast, enduring the long drives and borrowed floors that make up the less romantic side of being a musician. When he returned to writing after years away, he picked up his acoustic guitars and started working alone. Chasing Ghosts in the Dark appeared in 2022, followed by Pictures of Nothing in 2024. Now comes Shadows & Light, an album whose familiarity suits a so
Sep 23
Carmie Returns With An EP That Gives Off Loads of Persona and Hints of Southern Vibes
Carmie is one of those artists that always manages to tell tales through her music, and in doing so, you're getting a lot of persona thrown at you. This is one of the most lovable aspects of her songs, and throughout it all, she manages to blend several genres but lean into that Americana feel along the way. It certainly seems like pop and country are two of her bigger influences, and you hear a lot of that throughout her music. This sets the tone for her latest release, Side
Sep 22
An Interview with Jet Lag Motel
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
Sep 21
Iman Taghadossi Delivers Filmic Atmosphere and Edgy Tones With His Latest Single
A new double single release from Iman Taghadossi comes through with a gorgeous sonic drive, vast undertones, and a sort of graceful electronic and cinematic backbone that you're able to really feed into in terms of its energy. The release blends different approaches and subgenres of electronic music, building these robust atmospheres that you're able to get engulfed by. Of course, I mean this in the best ways possible. It's actually super fun to get swallowed up by these song
Sep 19
JEN ASH RELEASES POWERFUL NEW SINGLE “FREEDOM,” GIVING A VOICE TO THOSE AFFECTED BY FORCED MARRIAGE
Jen Ash has officially released her powerful new single “Freedom,” a deeply personal and emotionally charged song inspired by the difficult subject of forced marriage. With the release, Ash uses her music as a platform to address an issue that is often left unspoken, creating a song centered around courage, self-expression, and the pursuit of freedom. Written as a voice for women and girls who may be unable to speak for themselves, “Freedom” confronts the reality of forced ma
Sep 18
Poke A Brain - Refinement_2026
Refinement_2026 works best when it lets its contrasts stay visible. Poke A Brain moves between heavier rock passages, smoother grooves, theatrical vocals and more atmospheric ideas without trying to make everything sound like it came from the same template. That gives the record a loose, exploratory character, and even when the transitions are abrupt, there is usually enough personality in the individual tracks to keep things moving. “WILD IS WEST” opens with a lot of energy
Sep 16
Matt DeAngelis Releases A New Catchy Pop Single
Matt DeAngelis returns with his latest single, “Playing God,” a bright and catchy piece of contemporary pop songwriting that explores some much heavier ideas underneath its polished surface. The song circles around the feeling that, as people, we often want to believe we can control our own fate, even when so much of life remains completely outside of our hands. There is also a politically charged quality woven into the song, giving its message an added sense of relevance as
Sep 14
PRAYERS Returns With Spanish-Language Single “No Tengo Calma” and Announces Fall Tour
PRAYERS, the project of artist Leafar Seyer, returns with the first chapter of a new Spanish-language era leading into the forthcoming four-song EP ‘ORACIONES.’ “No Tengo Calma” and its cinematic video arrive September 11, followed by an extensive fall tour, including an appearance at Darker Waves Festival with Morrissey and The Smashing Pumpkins. Watch the music video on Youtube Purchase tickets for Fall “No Tengo Calma” tour PRAYERS, the project of artist, musician and cult
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