The Trusted shares a towering anthem of truth in “Yellowhammer” [Premiere]
“Yellowhamer” by The Trusted arrives like a lightning bolt through the clouds, setting your hair on end with urgency, heart, and an...
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Honest, focused reviews of singles and new releases from independent artists around the world. Real ears. Real reactions. No templates. No filler.
555n and NAVA explore displacement and identity in mesmerizing new single “Diaspora”
Today, 555n and NAVA return with their fifth release together, the haunting yet powerful new single “Diaspora”, leaving a roaming, e...
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Lucy Dacus drops double singles “Bus Back to Richmond” and “More Than Friends”
Lucy Dacus is doubling down with her release of two new singles, “Bus Back to Richmond” and “More Than Friends.” Released Friday mor...
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Sarina lets out her anger on “If you need me to be the villain (Then maybe I am)”
Tokyo alt-rock rising star Sarina has released her new single “If you need me to be the villain (then maybe I am).” Hawaii-born Sari...
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“Backflip”: A chill groove from Jacuzzi Jefferson & Paper Fairy
Sometimes you need a chill instrumental to ground you and keep you motivated. “Backflip” is the latest collaborative single from NYC...
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Osé blends Afrobeat and alt R&B in new single “24HRS”
Born in Nigeria and raised in Toronto, Canada, to parents of Nigerian descent, meet alt R&B artist Osé. Osé has been singing in chur...
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Max Pope drops soul-tinged single “right or wrong” showcasing his retro alt R&B sound
Rooted in the rich musical landscape of South London, alt R&B artist Max Pope honed his craft at the Brit School, performing alongsi...
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Steph Amoroso impresses with pop/rock embrace “Masquerade”
Inspired by the spirit of New York City’s iconic 1980s and ’90s rock underground, singer-songwriter, musician and actor Steph Amoros...
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Avery Cochrane shares shimmery alt pop banger “Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night” [Video]
Avery Cochrane is a Seattle-based alternative pop newcomer who is quickly garnering attention for her charismatic musical releases....
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Wilderness Festival 2025: A Boutique Blend of Nature and Musical Diversity
With a diverse lineup spanning electronic, indie, folk, and everything in between, Wilderness Festival 2025 offered a rich selection...
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Evalyn’s “Playstation” is dark pop electronic bliss [Video]
Evalyn has captivated listeners and audiences for years with her pop dance bangers and infectious songwriting. The artist is back wi...
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James Hype & MEDUZA call upon leading street artist Fin DAC for Hï Ibiza residency
Mondays in Ibiza are getting a fresh new look. For James Hype and MEDUZA’s Our House summer residency at the world’s #1 nightclub, H...
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Humble Francis heat up your playlist with genre-bending track “Pyro”
Here’s a track that doesn’t fit neatly into any one category—it’s genre-bending, cool, and guaranteed to be your next party starter...
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Neutral Snap takes listeners on an emotional rollercoaster with “Pat Your Own Back” [Video]
New Orleans based four-piece Neutral Snap have been making waves this year with new music that incorporates a fresh yet timeless pop...
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adan diaz blends humor and punk energy on “annie’s got a gun”
Here’s a track that’s lyrically compelling—not just for how engaging it is, but for how funny it gets. It features a killer top-line...
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RÊVERIE’s “dark eyes” is a hypnotic electro-pop journey
Meet RÊVERIE, a three-piece all-girl electro-pop band based in Amsterdam. True to the meaning of their name — which reflects emotion...
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Take flight with “Plane Jane” from breakout artist Lexie
Neo-soul meets pop rising star Lexie delivers a sunshine-soaked anthem with her new single, “Plane Jane." This track captures her gl...
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Monterey J pays ode to a thriving creative community on ‘Welcome 2 South London’
South London-based jazz and neo-soul songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Monterey J pays ode to the sprawling creative u...
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Joviale is preparing us for winter with new single EP release “snow”
Joviale is a multidisciplinary artist from North London. Their sound is part of a new wave of pop, with its honest lyrics, syncopate...
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Levi Robin shares soul-stirring indie folk single “When the Sun Comes Out”
Levi Robin is a prolific Southern California based artist and songwriter with an interesting backstory. As a teen, he became a runaw...
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Dekmantel 2025: Amsterdam’s electronic music laboratory delivers another masterclass [Event Review]
Dekmantel's 11th edition reaffirmed why Amsterdam's most discerning electronic music festival continues to set the standard for cura...
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Milk & Bone make big promises for new EP on “Bloodshot”
Canadian duo Milk & Bone have released their new single “Bloodshot”. A teaser for their upcoming EP A Little Lucky (coming December...
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Doc Backer and MyaaP explore digital dystopia in surreal “Rent” music video
Seattle's boundary-pushing artist Doc Backer has teamed with Milwaukee's viral sensation MyaaP for their explosive new collaboration...
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Snõõper leaves Nashville to go “Worldwide” on new single
Can vegans listen to egg punk? I hope so, because Nashville-based band Snõõper has a new single you don’t want to miss! As the first...
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