Interviews

Hoopper makes songs that sit between desire and overthinking. The kind of dark R&B that feels minimal but heavy, where emotions breathe and nothing is overproduced. His music lives in the space between attraction, confusion, vulnerability, and the things people usually keep to themselves. These songs aren’t written to fit…

Scott Swain is a Leeds-based, noir-influenced singer-songwriter whose music draws heavily on cult cinema and moody, atmospheric storytelling. In 2018, he released his debut EP Goodbye Home, Goodbye Country via a successful crowdfunding campaign, followed by his second EP Isolation in 2021, both on Resonating Wood Recordings. His work often…

Minneapolis punk icon Cindy Lawson is back with “The Reckoning” — a fiery, no-holds-barred anthem for anyone who’s ever been burned or betrayed. After walking away from the scene she helped build alongside The Replacements and Soul Asylum, Lawson returns with a vengeance on Hygh Tension Records (TLG)/Virgin Records. The…

X U is a rising force in China’s experimental music scene—a Berklee-trained sound designer and producer pioneering a new Hyperpop subgenre he calls emo-glitch. Imagine Arca’s tear-streaked, distorted synthscapes colliding with the raw vulnerability of Lil Peep’s vocals, and you’re close to the sonic world he’s building. His upcoming single,…

Diopter (Dye-opt-er) is an independent musician and music producer blending the raw energy of 90s and early 2000s rock with introspective singer/songwriter craft and alternative/indie rock vibes. Drawing inspiration from iconic acts like Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Lenny Kravitz, Rush, Soundgarden, and Smashing Pumpkins, his sound weaves emotional melodies…

Micki XO is a Portland pop vocalist and songwriter that dreams of traveling the world and connecting with others through her lyrics. Her bliss and sanity was saved by music, and she hopes her own music will help someone else battle their own demons. Check out the exclusive interview below:…

Johan Smits aka John Smyths was born in March 1961 in the old town of Nijmegen and was introduced to the world of music by his parents and older brother. Although it wasn’t the kind of music he liked, it was music. When his wild years were over, he got…

1. Your roots can often shape your journey. Can you share a story or moment from your early life that had a significant impact on your path into music? DRUIDESS: We were raised in an environment rich with music, with family members who were either musicians themselves or deeply passionate…

Layla Kaylif is an English–Arab singer-songwriter once described as a “Pop Poet” (The New Paper, Singapore) and hailed as “one of the UK’s most intriguing under-the-radar voices” (Curious For Music). Her music moves between alt-rock confessional and spiritual pop, weaving poetic lyricism with a darkwave atmosphere. Her latest single, “Closer,”…

Based in Scotland, BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT 2022- performer – FERDINAND RENNIE began his career in the 80’s when he was fifth in the Austrian pre-selection for the Eurovision song contest……. Ferdinand’s rich, mellow voice touches music lovers hearts all over the world! Check out the exclusive interview below: 1. Your…