Reviews

Austin-based artist Mike Lotito leans into something resonant with “Pastime,” feels less like a grand statement and more like a lived-in confession. Built alongside his brothers Joe and Rob, the song carries a familial warmth in its bones, shaped through a collaborative process that keeps things grounded and unforced. Drawing…

Los Angeles-based performer Hera Anderson makes a striking first move with her debut single “Main Character,” stepping into music with the same bold, unmistakable presence she’s already known for on stage. This isn’t one of those tentative introductions. If anything, it feels like she’s been waiting for the cue to…

Houston-based indie rock collective The Wheel Workers strip things down to the bones with Live from the Attic, a raw, no-frills EP that feels like you’ve stumbled into a late-night rehearsal. Recorded live in the very attic where their songs are born, the project leans into imperfection, capturing the band’s…

Croydon-based artist Mick J. Clark channels grit, determination, and a love for the game into his EP I Want It More Than You, a project that feels as personal as it does motivational. Entirely written and shaped by Clark himself, the record carries a DIY spirit, backed by a hands-on…

Pepperhead come out swinging with Light Shade Love Rage, a debut that thrives on contradiction and doesn’t bother cleaning up the mess. Fronted by a fierce, emotionally charged vocal presence, the band leans into the chaos of modern life, where tenderness and anger, clarity and confusion all sit at the…

At 58, Ealing-based independent artist 50mething reels into the lingering, war-mongering haunted with “Gaza (on and on and on).” Named after an obvious location of strife the world has caught on after three years of constant bombardment, he puts out yet another story-driven track rooted in real-world conflict, refusing to…

Manchester trio Digging for Kanky return with “Wide Open,” the third glimpse into their upcoming project Raining Stones, and it leans into something heavier, morally, emotionally, and sonically. Built around the idea of striking a deal with pressure, ambition, and the cost of chasing something bigger, the track feels like…

Midnite Radio steps into the modern rock arena with “Fear No Stars,” a debut that feels anything but tentative. Formed between longtime collaborators from Lebanon, Tennessee, and expanded through cross-country creative chemistry, the band brings together a mix of theatrical ambition and raw emotional drive. Crafted between remote sessions and…

Los Angeles-based indie rock duo Social Gravy return with “Get Away,” a gritty, riff-driven track that doubles down on their signature blend of melody and edge. As the second single from their upcoming EP The Pebble (2026), the song builds on their knack for balancing radio-ready hooks with a raw,…

Out of London’s ever-evolving studio scene, RETroMETro drops “Deep Jive (Radio Supamix),” a slick electro release that thrives on spontaneity and groove. Formed by a collective of engineers and producers, the project leans into a shared love for retro textures while keeping things fresh with modern electronic polish. What makes…