Reviews

Manchester guitarist and songwriter Jimmy Beedham has spent years honing his craft as a professional musician, and “Trojan Funk” is the kind of track that showcases exactly why experience matters. Sitting comfortably at the crossroads of jazz, funk, and rock, the instrumental bursts with personality while celebrating the joy of…

Mesa-based artist DJ reaches into the past without getting stuck there on “U n Me,” a nostalgic yet contemporary single that blends the polished feel of late-’80s and ’90s pop with modern production. Created as one of the final pieces for his upcoming album, the track represents a deliberate shift…

Nigerian hip-hop has been steadily reclaiming its place in the mainstream by returning to what made the genre compelling in the first place—sharp lyricism, authentic storytelling, and a strong sense of community. Into that growing movement steps Shillz Tex with Cloud XI, an EP that embraces confidence, charisma, and melody…

South London quartet ferb continue their impressive rise with “Killing It,” a punchy alt-rock anthem that channels frustration into an explosive, radio-ready package. Formed by four school friends who met in secondary school before officially launching the band in 2022, the group has quickly established itself within Kingston-upon-Thames’ thriving alternative…

Boston-based singer-songwriter George Styles has spent decades quietly refining his craft, choosing the studio over the stage while remaining driven by an unwavering need to write and record. A true one-man creative force, Styles writes, performs, produces, and shapes every aspect of his music himself. His latest single, “Better Conversation,”…

Los Angeles-based frontman, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Ian Stahl continues to blur the lines between rock, electronic music, and sharp social commentary with “Castaway.” Released on July 28, 2026, the single finds Stahl expanding his signature fusion of ’90s Britpop grandeur and modern electronic production into a vibrant summer anthem with…

Denver-based filmmaker, composer, and musician Jesse Kloos makes a striking first impression with his debut single “Psilocybin Elephant,” a cinematic folk offering that blurs the boundaries between documentary storytelling and deeply personal songwriting. Released alongside the indie documentary Dante: The Man Running 500 Miles on Psychedelics, where the song appears…

Canadian independent artist AngelGurlMusic continues carving out her own lane with “Ring,” a vibrant pop-punk anthem that trades heartbreak for hope. Released on July 3, 2026, the Barrie-based singer-songwriter showcases just how far she has come since first sharing a cappella recordings in 2023.  Entirely self-produced from her home studio,…

CHAOS THEORY!!! returns with THE BROKEN MUSIC, a fearless 16-track album that refuses to stay inside the lines of any single genre. Recorded between a home studio and an arts studio in Glasgow during the winter of 2025, the record treats every song as a separate musical experiment rather than…

After nearly two decades of writing, revisiting old recordings, and reshaping forgotten ideas, Gothenburg-based artist Eye Travel finally unveils The Rhythm of Mandolay, that comes like a musical expedition across continents, memories, and emotions.  Drawing inspiration from South America, Africa, and his native Gothenburg, Eye Travel crafts an eclectic sound…