Friends from four of the most well-known bands in Canada came together to compose some songs: Dave Monks (Tokyo Police Club), Sam Roberts (Sam Roberts Band), Menno Versteeg (Hollerado) and Chris Murphy (Sloan). In addition to jamming on a number of tunes they all had laying around, they largely cracked dad jokes. They quickly recorded a lot of material and over the... read full bio
Taiwanese-American singer-songwriter Chance Emerson, originally from Hong Kong, currently resides in the Northeast. Emerson shared The Indigo Tapes, a self-produced EP that he recorded in the attic of his high school's music building, on Facebook and Instagram. The EP rose to the top of the iTunes rankings in the singer-songwriter EP category as word of mouth and support from local radio... read full bio
A three-piece, all-female tribute to the legendary Motörhead is called Motorbäbe. With their interpretations of songs like "Iron Fist," "Born to Raise Hell" and even songs from "Inferno," like "In the Name of Tragedy", this dynamic three swiftly gained notoriety. Rachel Enyeart, a singer/bassist from San Diego, embodies the real spirit of Lemmy down to her Rickenbacker bass tone and God-given growling, raspy driven vocals... read full bio
The Kind Thieves are a mesmerizing jam band that emerges from the picturesque surroundings of Southern West Virginia and lights up the stage with their electrifying live performances. This musical group combines a tapestry of influences, ranging from bluegrass and funk to classic rock and is made up of amazing musicians from different parts of the area. Each time they enter... read full bio
Since first grade, the members of the band have been close friends, sharing beat by beat. The sound of Sneezy is the ideal synthesis of all that is excellent in music. Pop, reggae, hip-hop and rock are blended together and each song has a relaxed, sunny summertime vibe. Their music has a little neo-soul undertone that adds a special touch and produces an addictive beat... read full bio
The Root Shock sound is authoritative and cathartic, led by Jessica Brown's powerful vocals, but never at the price of a silky, well placed jazz or neo-soul lick. Smooth vocals of Phil Grajko pair well with his guitar playing, which draws inspiration from psychedelic, prog and Latin rock textures. He frequently performs with keyboard wizard Brian Lauri. Tyre Outerbridge on drums... read full bio
Jimmy Wooten has been providing audiences with a high-energy concert-style act with soulful vocals and heartfelt guitar solos for years, touring from Texas to the East Coast. He gave up his job as a traveling musician with the late Neal McCoy to concentrate on his own music career. Wooten enthralls audiences with his open lyricism and talent for relating to... read full bio
Oh Hiroshima is a post-rock group that Leif Eliasson and Jakob Nilsson founded in Kristinehamn, Sweden. What began as a solo effort evolved into a collaboration between two friends who shared a passion for making music. After a few months, Oskar, Jakob's younger brother, joined the group and first played bass before switching to drums. Since then, the trio has been... read full bio
After launching with System At It, Charlie Hinton and Otto Balfour of the duo CRASHFACE went on to release other tracks via Spotify and an EP called Heavy Infectious. Punk and hardcore rock/metal are combined in the duo's music, which draws inspiration from groups like BRING ME THE HORIZON and NINE INCH NAILS. CRASHFACE has been influenced by bands like... read full bio
Five-piece band THE MCCHARMLYS from Santa Ana are now dominating the scene with their sophisticated fusion of doo-wop, surf, beat and 60s-style rock 'n' roll. The band, which has been praised by LA Weekly as "an absolute joy" for its ability to evoke vintage sounds while incorporating a modern edge that appeals to punk, new wave and rockabilly enthusiasts, has received praise from... read full bio
According to the narrative, Lilli Lewis shouldn't have existed. The fact that Lewis now earns a livelihood singing with the same lungs is a privilege she never takes for granted since when she was born, her mother was informed that her baby would likely not survive due to lung problems. Although Lewis has given up trying to pin down her... read full bio
The group has performed at festivals including Bluedot, ArcTanGent, Supersonic, Lytham and Desert Fest while touring widely in support of their first album, "How To Let Go." They have supported artists like Zeal & Ardor, Polyphia, Cellar Darling and Tides of Man. Their most recent project, which was created by talented musicians, filmmakers, designers and soundtrack artists, expands on the post-rock foundation of the... read full bio
Sextet FORLORN enter a powerful and fiercely competitive environment. Fortunately, this group has an absolutely jaw-dropping sound. FORLORN are a very distinctive sounding band that walk a fine line between the metallic ferocity of metalcore and hardcore and the delicate sections of post rock. It's a fascinating combination and FORLORN might have already been doomed by the blending of these two disparate components,... read full bio
Doss has long been considered an artist worth gushing over by those in the know. Even though she has only released a small number of singles and remixes over the past seven years, the producer and DJ has steadily established a reputation as one of the most in-demand and sought-after tastemakers to emerge from New York's club scene and she has... read full bio
From a Second Story Window is an American progressive metalcore band that was founded in the border region of Ohio and Pennsylvania. They used intricate rhythms, unusual keys and two different vocal styles (both loud black metal yells and low death metal growls). Their live performances are dramatic and are often distinguished by blinding white lighting and Will Jackson's almost possessed stage presence. All... read full bio
It's hardly surprising that Sprints' songs sound so colloquial. Since their first song The Cheek, the Dublin four-piece—bassist Sam McCann, guitarist Colm O'Reilly and drummer Jack Callan—have been known for their gripping lyrics. The title tune of their EP, A Modern Job, is about defying social norms. Sprints, who made their SXSW debut and are at home on stage and draw inspiration for their... read full bio
In the big scheme of uncontrolled artistry, anarchy and the art of being in a band, in all its intricate forms, are nothing more than just child's play for Brighton's Porchlight. With their most recent hit, "Noel," Porchlight rises from the shadows in a world desperate for real rock music. The song, which was produced in east London's Haha Sounds Studio, is... read full bio
The creator of Noirwave, a musical and cultural phenomenon that draws inspiration from punk aesthetics and the dispersed identities of the modern African diaspora, is Petite Noir. The Belgian-born, South African-raised artist from the Congo currently divides his time between London and Paris. His music combines elements from indie, electronic, afrobeat and alt-r&b. Petite Noir, who has been supported in the... read full bio
Aspects of what an entire generation grew up knowing as alternative rock return via the music of the Lowell, Massachusetts band Fleshwater in a whole new way. Fleshwater's We're Not Here to Be Loved first album, which was released through the New York metal and hardcore label Closed Casket Activities, is a harsh, emotional and frightening work. The group is part... read full bio
While attending Berklee, where they studied music in all its theoretical splendor, members of Dead Poet Society established the band. They really graduated, unlike so many others, however whether or not it was time well-spent is debatable. When composing songs for their debut album -!- (called The Exclamation Album), Underkofler, guitarist Jack Collins, bassist Dylan Brenner and drummer Will Goodroad used both... read full bio
