Despite being born in California, Derek Gaines developed his comedic skills while growing up in Philadelphia. He presently resides in New York City, where he gives frequent performances and offers a distinctive viewpoint on growing up African American in the suburbs. Derek's first big break occurred when he advanced to the Bill Bellamy Who's Got Jokes semifinals. In Philadelphia's Phunniest Person... read full bio
Five-piece alternative rock group Redwood hails from Hertfordshire, UK, and they are a dynamic group. They mix delicate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics with complex, shimmering guitars and strong choruses with explosive finishes, drawing inspiration from a variety of genres ranging from pop to post-rock. Although this band sounds amazing live, they really come alive on record. They are bold, dramatic,... read full bio
Heavy math instrumental group Poly-Math blends contemporary post-punk and traditional prog in a live performance complete with confetti cannons and black suits. The band formed in 2013 and has been a mainstay at the avant-garde event ArcTanGent. Since then, they have released several successful albums and EPs and shared stages with other notable acts such as Frontierer, ASIWYFA, Toska and This... read full bio
The Berlin and Aldershot cultural centers are home to the instrumental Post Rock group Parachute for Gordo. Since 2012, they have gained recognition for their lively, small-scale live performances and their daring DIY approach to producing their albums. They played at the ArcTanGent Festival after having shared the stage with groups including And So I Watch You From Afar, Poly Math,... read full bio
The band, which bills itself as "music for cucks, by cucks," is made up of a revolving group of people who all share the conviction that progressive politics can coexist with emo. Itoldyouiwouldeatyou's popularity stems from Joey Ashworth, a motormouth vocalist whose emotional intelligence and impish charm are fundamental to the song's appeal. Itoldyouiwouldeatyou's debut album, "Oh Dearism," is a record... read full bio
Listening to Iress is like being on a beach as a tidal wave approaches, except with more sound and a sense of impending destruction. It's like being thankful to see something so very beautiful and enthralled with what's going to happen next. Iress, a Los Angeles-based band, uses dramatic, dark aspects of slowcore, metal and shoegaze, occasionally building to a crescendo akin... read full bio
Macve was born in Western Ireland, and her mother moved her and her sister to West Yorkshire when Macve was six months old in order to escape an abusive relationship. It was here that she first fell in love with movies and music at a very young age. "I've always been attracted by America, but not the modern version. I'm... read full bio
Angelica Garcia, who was raised in the San Gabriel Valley, east of Los Angeles, and has Salvadoran and Mexican ancestry, has been building a new family for herself in Richmond, Virginia, over the past several years. The news that Garcia has signed to Spacebomb Records and that her first two singles for the premier Richmond label, "Karma The Knife," a... read full bio
Since she was a teenager, Milly has recorded assertive, bold electro-pop music under the moniker Girli. Her debut album, "Odd One Out," and popular singles like "Hot Mess" have garnered her praise from publications like the Guardian, NME and i-D. Her music is inspired by feminist impulses. Her open and accessible songs about navigating life as a young queer woman, touching... read full bio
Andy Harry and his buddy Sarah Rayne established the electro-punk group Cobra Man after Andy Harry received a request from the Los Angeles skateboarding collective, the Worble. Writing a soundtrack for the Worble film about a human skate ramp was the group's first assignment. The instrumental track "Manramp" debuted Cobra Man's thrashy, disco-punk synth and bass style, which they repeated... read full bio
The five-piece band, which consists of current and past members of bands including KING GOAT, AEROSOL JESUS, SURYA and PRISA MATA, creates a searingly spacey combination of sludge and noise that is focused through a lens of abrasive dread and horror sound tracking a la John Carpenter. However, the band's first full-length album Planet Loss hasn't been the only one causing... read full bio
The Nightmares are Adam Parslow (vocals and guitar), Eleanor Coburn (keys and vocals), Benjamin T. Mainwaring (bass), and James Mattock (drums and vocals). They formed in 2018 and began writing songs together as soon as they met through past projects and shared musical tastes. After the release of their debut, the band toured their home UK for the remainder of... read full bio
The Deadnotes sound unique. They're approachable but specialized in honoring imperfections and examining the issues that keep us up at night. They create a sound that is unmatched by combining an enormous variety of instruments. They write profound songs that are presented with the utmost sincerity, and their music is delightful to listen to. The band, who see themselves as "too... read full bio
David Zbirka is a musician and producer located in London who was born in Prague and currently goes by Sunnbrella. Sunnbrella produces melancholic, beat-driven, sun-bleached music that is as varied in tone as it is deep in sentimental depth. The project started out as little more than a low-fidelity bedroom pop endeavor. It gained popularity with the publication of the single "Feelin' Invisible,"... read full bio
Ella Knight is a DJ, singer, and promoter who is well-known for her elegant mixes of classic disco, 90s house-garage, and soulful house. A talented vocalist since 2016, she was a member of Gilles Peterson's Bronwswood "Future Bubblers" and has a long history of releases and features. Recently, Ella has expanded her career by becoming a DJ. She has played historic... read full bio
Billy Keane is a vagrant who prefers to travel the picturesque path. Billy's life philosophy is centered around the principles of living simply, seeking truth, leading a contemplative life, expressing empathy and being creative. These themes are seen in much of his writing. Billy began composing and singing while he was in his teenaged years. Since then, he has traveled... read full bio
There is now no avoiding Yungpalo when it comes to up-and-coming German rappers. It's likely that the artist will appear on Altona's significant year-end lists. The evidence is in the over ten million streaming of "Tokyo Drift" and the buzz around "Jung Dumm Gutsehend," the bass player for Bombaclart's debut solo tape released. Yunpalo plans to go on his first... read full bio
The Swiss DJ, who is based in Zurich, initially became involved in the electronic music scene when she started playing at Lucerne, where her musical training started. Despite receiving poor grades in school, her efforts led her to work as a booker and then as the manager of Club Zukunft in Zurich. Jenny Cara's boundless energy permeates every aspect of... read full bio
Producer and DJ FS Green was born and raised in Amsterdam. Growing up in this global melting pot influenced his DJ approach and distinctive sound in a big way. FS Green is primarily from Hip Hop, but he has experimented with electronic music, Afrobeat, Dancehall and House, among other genres. FS Green is well-known for his subtle and catchy remixing and production... read full bio
Add Fcukers to your party playlist if you enjoy indie dance and electronica with a 90s vibe. The Brooklyn-based trio, who are our current obsession, were influenced by classic house luminaries like Todd Edwards, Fatboy Slim and early Daft Punk. Shanny, Jackson and Ben are a very new band, but they already have big names like Dom Dolla and Jockstrap as fans. They've gone... read full bio
