Shadowpool sounds like its hometown before you even hear the band’s songs. In name only, Shadowpool evokes Seattle’s overcast skies, darkness, and humidity. While the tunes on the upcoming album Deceptive Angels feel that way, they also offer up a hopeful and surprising pop sensibility that reminds of the area’s snowy peaks and evergreens.

‘International’ is the rare final album that doesn’t feel like a contractual obligation. It is a vibrant, vital piece of work that honors the past without being trapped by it.

Dangers and Newton have not just made an album; they have recorded a haunting. Essential listening for those who prefer their electronica with a side of cosmic dread and analog warmth.

Visions Through Amber is an intimate and visceral album, shaped by patience and passion. Between raw folk, pop and rock, the songs oscillate between power and fragility, with oriental-tinged touches on some tracks. This second album by Noctæra invites a troubling proximity: that of a bedroom where noisy solitude and moments of grace intermingle, across both French and English lyrics.

Alt-pop architect Noah XO will drop his most intense and narratively driven single yet, “BURNOUT,” across all streaming platforms on Friday, December 12, 2025. Raised in the competitive Upstate New York music scene, Noah XO returns with a dark alt-pop/rock track that provides a raw, unflinching look at mental health exhaustion, social isolation, and the frustration of non-responsive prescription medication.

M3G is a singer-songwriter from Chippenham in Wiltshire, UK. She’s been writing music as long as she can remember and performing live since she was 14. Inspired by the likes of Florence Welch, AURORA and dodie, her music mixes authentic lyrics with soaring vocals.

The Mortal Prophets —the boundary-pushing project of New York artist John Beckmann —has released of LOST IN SPACE, a 7-track retro-futurist synthpop voyage crafted in collaboration with Irish producer *William Declan Lucey8. Blending analog warmth with neon-lit circuitry and gravitational low-end, the new EP/ album reimagines The Mortal Prophets’ sonic identity through crystalline electronics, cinematic mood, and atmospheric pulse.

Los Angeles–based violinist, composer, and looping artist Chris Murphy — known by his moniker Seven Crows — is set to release his second instrumental album, Powers of Observation (Teahouse Records, February 2026), a striking exploration of ambient, post-rock, and experimental soundscapes built entirely from the dynamic voice of the electric violin.

“Let’s Just Talk” is the third single from the 2025 album The Unreasonables by Rusty Reid & The Unreasonables. Following previous singles “Attitude Change” and “Piece of the Action,” this song features an entirely different cast of Unreasonables, other than Rusty, but again the band is exploring the nuances of love and lust through a rock and roll lens

Ryan O’Connell isn’t trying to be a philosopher; he’s just trying to ignore the breathing refrigerator. Channeling the “junk-shop” aesthetic of early Beck and the domestic poetry of the Silver Jews, O’Connell captures the specific, quiet anxiety of modern burnout.

The self-titled debut from Getting Started marks the culmination of two years of a waterfall release, with “Easy Sympathy” being the last addition. Getting Started is a 5 piece indie rock band from Chicago, made up of Jack Gallo (vocals/rhythm guitar), Matt Stein (lead guitar), Eddie O’Connor (keys/backup vocals), Pat Hickey (bass), and Jack Scanlon (drums). They burst onto the scene with their debut single, “Reverberations”, in October 2023 and have never looked back

Russia-born and Dominican Republic-based, Luci Ferrum blends darkwave, dark electro, industrial, and trip-hop into raw, emotional soundscapes. Emerging in 2021, her music fuses digital textures with symphonic elements, sensual vocals, and deeply personal lyrics.

Jamie Hyatt (bedd) is a longstanding Oxford, UK musician known for his previous bands The Family Machine, The Daisies and Medal as well as his scores for films Elstree 1976 and The Life and Deaths of Christopher Lee. Recent singles “Paulie’s a Bum” and “Party on dude (Endless)” received airplay on BBC 6Music and the Do Not Be Afraid received plaudits far and wide, including a feature on Bandcamp’s New and Notable.

The revolution is here! Ontario genre-agnostic duo Asthma Kids return with their explosive new single “Crumbs and Morsels (The Meek Are Getting Ready Pt IV),” out now alongside the dystopian, visually arresting video from director Lisa Battocchio. The track is the latest preview of their upcoming EP The Meek Are Getting Ready, out December 1 via Dammit Distribution (EU/UK) and 2 Bar Town Records (North America).

Toronto alternative-rock artist Julian Peterson releases his new single “Since I Left You” on December 5, 2025 — a candid, emotionally layered track that captures the ache of heartbreak and the slow process of rebuilding yourself

No-wave, angular post-punk outfit Rayon present their beautifully whacked-out single ‘Shopping’, a tongue-in-cheek ode to consumerism and travel born from near-burnout and a revitalizing trip south of the border. The video for ‘Shopping’, filmed with their awesomely nostalgic Super 8 video, showcases grocery store antics before being kicked out, proving that new life can always be found on aisle five.

Falling You, an ethereal / ambient musical project formed in 1995, is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA. It is the project of John Michael Zorko, collaborating with (and featuring front-and-center) other artists he very deeply admires. For Metanoia, these include Dru Allen (Mercury’s Antennae, This Ascension), Courtney Grace, Slim Heilpern, Amelia Hogan, Anji Lum and Ryan Lum (Lovespirals / Love Spirals Downwards), Erica Mulkey (Unwoman), Colleen Segale, Shikhee (Android Lust), and Jennifer Wilde.

Atlanta-based artist Matare unveils a captivating narrative with his latest original single, “Into the Sea.” Collaborating with Turkish producer Surfgreenvibes, Matare brings a unique blend of elements to his music, drawing inspiration from the ocean.

Kansas City atmospheric prog-rock band A Light Within returns with their haunting new single “Dying Clock,” marking their first new single since 2024’s “Identity” and the next step in their slow-burning creative evolution. Known for their dark, atmospheric soundscapes and cinematic songwriting, the band remains a must-listen for fans of Porcupine Tree, Failure, Katatonia, Tool, and Pink Floyd.

Grasslands is Swindon-based sonic ecologist Tom Haynes playing a fusion of alt rock, electronica, found sounds and folk pollinated with info about meadows, grasses and the environment. Tom also features on the ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ TV show on Amazon Prime as Jeremy’s ‘Naturalist ’. Stephen Clarke 1980* is a Northern Irish writer and electronic musician, based in* Edinburgh*. In recent years, he has DJ’d for The JAM*s, danced with *Nina Kraviz, and talked to Mike Skinner about Country music. The pair have been close creative confidants for many years, brought together by a shared love of The KLF. They first met in person in Liverpool as they paraded along with an Ice Cream Van made up like a hearse to celebrate the beginning of the construction of The KLF’s ‘People’s Pyramid’.

Spencer Graham, hailing from Clearfield, United States, is making waves in the music scene with his original single, “BLACK.” Collaborating with his producer, Adam Bell, along with talented musicians like Megan McGary, Jonah Bell, and Jason Sopic, Spencer’s sound is a blend of emotion and impact.

Emerging from the vibrant music scene of Burton On Trent, England, Mukka & the Wizard Sleeves are a collective of talented musicians including Mukka, dingle, Joe, Tamu, Riley, and Huw. With a shared passion for funky beats and Mukka’s driving force, this group is poised to make waves in the industry.

The always revolving, ever-evolving entity Beauty In Chaos presents ‘Get Down Moses’ from their latest double A-side single ‘God’s Gonna Cut You Down / Get Down Moses’. This newest offering is BIC’s own rendition of this much-loved Joe Strummer classic, the video for which was filmed and directed by Vicente Cordero (Industrialism Films).

Latin rhythms and trumpets are not what you typically associate with a Christmas song, but this is exactly what’s happening here. The result is a toe-tapping, hip-shaking song that helps put you in a great mood at Christmas. TMPP splits time between Santiago, Chile and their home in Calgary, Canada. While South of the equator, you witness Santa Clause in shorts and a T-shirt and gift shoppers enjoying hot summer weather – it gives an entirely different perspective of the holidays. It’s festive, but in its own unique way

London’s *French Dogs8 crash back onto the scene this winter with their very first EP – a fourtrack snapshot of late nights, frazzled mornings, and the restless heart beating beneath it all. Out December 5th, French Dogs EP is unfiltered and undeniably alive: every chorus an invitation, every lyric a flash of real life.

Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of genres, including 70s punk, 50s “Doo-wop,” and 60s psychedelia, this experimental piece showcases Sean’s versatility as a musician. ‘I Know Not’ stands out as a fusion of commercial pop sensibilities and avant-garde elements, making it a must-listen for fans of innovative and catchy music.

Alternative rock artist The Quality of Mercury has unveiled his debut video for The Voyager, the title track from his sophomore album ‘The Voyager’, a cinematic journey that explores overarching themes of distance, discovery and transformation, previewed by the singles ‘Heaven’s Gate’ and ‘Ganymede’.

In the short time since forming the band has already celebrated 5 No. 1 singles on the Irish Downloads Chart (released via Irish indie label Blowtorch Records) as well as been gigging heavily around the UK and Ireland.

Just a few short months ago, most listeners probably couldn’t tell Divergent from Deftones or *Daft Punk8. The trio of longtime friends had only just embarked on the next chapter of their musical journey—forming a new identity rooted in unrestrained expression, sonic curiosity, and true collaboration. It was a dream nearly 40 years in the making.

Following the critical success of “Watermelon,” London-based alternative rock duo The Zaramutas return with their new single “Big Steps,” out on December 12, 2025, across all digital platforms. Where “Watermelon” roared in solidarity with the oppressed, “Big Steps” marches forward — a song built to move both hearts and crowds.

Formed in Los Angeles in 2022 from the ashes of glam rockers Smash Fashion, CRYMWAV (pronounced Crimewave) is the brainchild of lead singer/songwriter Roger Deering and has sonic roots in the American hardcore scene of the 1980s and influences spanning punk, post-punk, goth, NWOBHM, Thin Lizzy, UFO, and The Ruts.

The Ralph Champagne Revue returns this holiday season with the release of the “Grinch” Picture Disc LP, arriving November 28 via 8Rad Girlfriend Records* and Greedy Media. This year’s crown jewel is the brand-new holiday anthem “Drinking Up Christmas,” a rowdy, jazz-infused celebration built on the unforgettable melody of the* Dwarves*’ 2000 classic “Better Be Women” from Come Clean.

After watching his earlier project vanish into the algorithmic swamps of streaming services (wallowing alongside a thousand other Micahs), Micah Lopez refused to release another note until he found a name that fit. When Hollow Star finally arrived, everything else followed.

Cambridgeshire’s indie-folk songstress Ellie Walker is set to release her new EP ‘Balance’ on 5th December 2025, four songs that together form her most confident work to date. Known for her pure, unaffected vocals and rich acoustic arrangements, Ellie has carved out a sound that merges indie-pop playfulness with acoustic-folk depth. Drawing inspiration from Carole King, Joni Mitchell and *Norah Jones8, Ellie’s music favours warmth over polish and emotional vulnerability over performance.

Instrumentalist, composer, and visionary Molly Healey returns with her latest single, “White Noise,” a reimagined and electrifying track from her acclaimed 2019 album Circles. The song is taken from her latest full-length album, With the Wind: An Orchestral Dance Music Suite, arriving later this year.

London-based dreampop outfit Just Like Honey return with “Laugh About It”, a hazy, slow-burning reflection on the quiet emotional storms we learn to disguise. Known for their lush, cinematic soundscapes and melancholic warmth, the band once again weaves the intimate and the immense into something deeply felt and beautifully fragile.

Redtenbacher’s Funkestra, the long-running, genre-defying collective led by London-based Austrian bassist, composer, and arranger Stefan Redtenbacher, celebrates a rare milestone with the 10-track album Funkopia, a project marking thirty years of independent, unwavering commitment to groove. Released via RSB Records, the album reflects the band’s three-decade journey with the precision, craft, and collaborative spirit that have defined Redtenbacher’s work since the beginning.

South London alt-rock firestarter *Oliver Anderson8 releases his latest 5-track EP, To Kill A Saint, a raw, unfiltered exploration of taboo themes, political frustration and the darker corners of the human psyche. Led by the explosive title track, the EP cements Anderson as one of the UK’s most provocative emerging artists.

Southbank, hailing from Austin, TX, United States, is the brainchild of Jeff Neely, a seasoned frontman and singer-songwriter who has been crafting music under theis moniker since his debut album in 2022.

James Dyer is a Singer Songwriter from Southsea, UK, whose music is shaped by a lifelong connection to melody and storytelling.

Art rockers *Ecce Shnak8 have teamed up with world-famous DJ-producer *Madison Mars8 on the club anthem ‘Prayer On Love (Madison Mars Remix)’. A 360-degree transformation of the chilled original version of ‘Prayer On Love’, found on their Shadows Grow Fangs EP, this ecstatic dance version serves as a bridge towards their full-length debut album, Dandy Variances, slated for spring release.

The lost catalog of songwriter Piers “Charlie Pepper” Wildman. From dusty analog rehearsal tapes, crumpled lyric sheets, and hand-drawn sketches to a James Bond-themed trilogy of hope drowned in drinking culture, resurrected by friendship and AI.

Led by Harry Stafford, Inca Babies8 were a vibrant part of Britain’s early postpunk / death-rock scene, amassing a steady following through five intensive years of touring, six singles and four albums, all of which entered the UK Indie Charts. After four *BBC John Peel sessions in 1984-1988, the band called it quits, reforming in 2007.

Drummer/composer Thomas Strønen’s Time is a Blind Guide has always existed in its own dimension.

The Idiot Kids have been keeping punk weird since 2011. They have the energy of punk, the roughened aesthetic of garage rock, and the melodic sensibilities of art pop… This is music with shake-you-up hooks, frenzied tempos, gnarly guitars, and anthemic vocals. Known for their live performances, they blend the theatricality of glam with the raw energy of hardcore.

Anana Kaye’s path led her to Nashville, where she began blending these influences with Americana, folk, and alternative rock. Her acclaimed collaborations with Americana pioneer David Olney, her work on The Waterboys’ recent record Life, Death and Dennis Hopper alongside Bruce Springsteen and Fiona Apple, and her featured appearance on the tribute album Can’t Steal My Fire with Steve Earle and Lucinda Williams have secured her musical reputation with remarkable speed.

With her unmistakable voice and raw emotional intensity, Courtney Hadwin delivers a stirring tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne with her live cover of “Changes.” Recorded at Decoy Studios, she strips away excess production in favor of honesty and grit. Hadwin breathes new life into the Black Sabbath classic, turning it into an introspective reflection on transformation and growth. “Changes” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Well known in his homeland thanks to a string of brilliant singles, Irish bard par excellence Ger Eaton is back with a large dose of Renaissance Pop. Finally, he will be releasing his long-awaited debut album Season Changes via Dimple Discs, a Peckham-based label that has championed many Irish artists.

Drawing on influences from the likes of Blondie and The Ramones, Green Day and The Dollyrots, this tight-knit family unit uses humor and the power of music to push back on all the crap going on in the world. Bad Mary holds up a warped mirror to the current culture and reminds us that having fun is the best way to give yourself an escape from the craziness.