It's hard to realize that Mystery Jets' debut album, Making Dens, was released ten years ago. Mystery Jets were always the most difficult to categorize of all the acts that emerged in The Libertines' Fagin-like wake. A Syd Barrett-inspired group operating out of their Thameside refuge on Eel Pie, the South London island that gave birth to the British R&B... read full bio
Mint Field's sound is organic, vast and haunted by specters that lie behind rhythms, where Estrella's angelic voice inspires a supernatural world of beauty and melancholy. The band is made up of Estrella Sanchez (vocals, guitar) and Amor Amezcua (drums, synthesizers). According to the band, Pasar De Las Luces, their newest album and debut for Innovative Leisure Records in Los Angeles, is "a... read full bio
The experimental musician and Grammy-winning producer Adrian Quesada is best known for being a co-founder of the seven-time Grammy-nominated psychedelic soul band Black Pumas. Quesada, a native Texan, has a rich musical background that includes producing and singing in funk, soul, psychedelic and various Latin music projects. His most recent works include Jaguar Sound, an instrumental album that pays homage to... read full bio
Amy Wadge is one of the UK's most prolific, current, Grammy winning songwriters. She has produced numerous singles and collaborated on songs with both well-known and up-and-coming artists, including Janelle Monáe, Keith Urban, James Blunt, Ella Henderson, Labrinth, Niall Horan, Ben Haenow, Jamie Lawson, Birdy, Marlon Roudette, Dua Lipa, Zak Abel, Jason Mraz, Jessie Ware, Joel Adams, Rebecca Ferguson, Aquilo, Ms. Dynamite, LeAnn Rimes,... read full bio
Mike Watt, one of the most important players in West Coast punk rock, originally rose to prominence as the Minutemen's distinctive bassist. Watt was an excellent bassist who is almost as well-known for his methods as for his playing. Watt has collaborated with a wide spectrum of artists, from Sonic Youth to Kelly Clarkson. Musically, his basslines are a diverse... read full bio
The band ACCEPT, which had its beginnings in Solingen, a city of sound, has long been a global music sensation. They continue to wow with steel-hard sound and razor-sharp guitar solos. The group wrote several metal anthems, including "Balls To The Wall" and "Metal Heart." The band's status as one of the finest, hottest and loudest live bands ever was solidified by... read full bio
Some of the best songs of the previous 50 years were penned by Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings. Unquestionably, theirs is the Great Canadian Songbook as a collective. They have dozens of gold and platinum hits between them including Hand Me Down World, Share The Land, Albert Flasher, Follow Your Daughter Home, Glamour Boy, Star Baby, Clap For The Wolfman, Let It... read full bio
Todd Kerns, Brent Fitz, Shane Gaalaas and Cory Churko make up the supergroup Toque. All of them have achieved success performing alongside artists like Shania Twain, Slash ft. Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators, Kelly Clarkson and Japanese superstars B'z on domestic and international stages. The guys' collaboration during a Winnipeg cancer charity event led to the creation of Toque. The set list included all... read full bio
Guitarist and singer Tom Wilson founded the Canadian band Junkhouse. The original lineup also included bassist and vocalist Russ Wilson, guitarist Dan Achen and drummer Ray Farrugia. After a while, guitarist and keyboardist Colin Cripps was added to the group to expand it. Grant Marshall, a bassist, showed up at the venue at about the same time to take over for... read full bio
In 2001, the emo-rock group Emery was formed. With nine full-length albums, several EPs and numerous exclusive releases to their exclusive subscription club called Emeryland, they have performed on tour all over the world. Emery continues to release new songs every year and has a dedicated following. Emeryland is a thriving and long-lasting community that keeps integrating and enhancing a cohesive,... read full bio
Eliza Bagg has a complicated musical background. She is a classical opera soprano who has traveled throughout Europe with the renowned John Zorn, participated in Meredith Monk's opera at the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and appeared as a soloist with the New York Philharmonic. She has performed indie rock venues and charmingly dingy basements while creating her own music under the... read full bio
The energetic five-piece band Crystal Lake was founded in Tokyo in 2002. Their unique sound combines a strong hardness with catchy melodies, drawing inspiration from hardcore and metalcore genres. Their outstanding music has achieved global acclaim that transcends national borders. Crystal Lake never lets up with their captivating stage presence, captivating audiences all around the world. With the arrival of John... read full bio
Critics frequently list Oakland-based deathcore hexad All Shall Perish as one of the greatest bands in the genre. The band was formed in 2002. A variety of styles, such as metalcore, deathgrind, and death metal, are combined in All Shall Perish. Three records by All Shall Perish are available through Nuclear Blast. Amputated Vein Records, a Japanese record label, initially... read full bio
Hector Tellez Jr., a musician of Cuban descent, performed with passion in many Havana bars every week, showcasing his polished, melodic blues rock sound. But locals weren't always fond of his style, which combined the raw intensity of Muddy Waters screaming on electric guitars with the enigmatic yet loving aura of Jeff Buckley. Betty Malo was one of the believers. During... read full bio
Canadian guitarist and songwriter Nick Johnston has put out five solo albums. Together with his best buddy Ben Ragan, he formed the band Archival, and together they released the album Fear and Fate. Notable musicians like Paul Gilbert, Marco Minnemann, Guthrie Govan, and Bryan Beller have contributed to his recordings. In addition, he has contributed to tracks by other musicians, such as... read full bio
Ska-punk group Save Ferris was founded in Orange County, California, around 1995. They are referencing the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off with their name. Under the direction of the legendary front woman Monique Powell, the group achieved widespread recognition through radio successes, ongoing tours, and cameos in numerous TV series and motion pictures. The group's "Introducing Save Ferris" EP was published by... read full bio
Among the most well-known artists in the post-rock genre is without a doubt Mono. But don't expect to hear anything that even remotely resembles post-rock's more "avant-garde" side (think GY!BE, A Silver Mount Zion, etc.). Mono takes a far more melodic approach, and the tunes have significantly simpler structures. Similar to their Scottish contemporaries Mogwai, this guitar-lead group mostly focuses... read full bio
In music, progression, or change more broadly, is a constant. You have to evolve and develop in order to adapt and exist, and no band knows this better than Lansing, Michigan-based metal outfit Of Virtue. Born out of the harsh, desolate Midwest, this modest, promising metalcore act has blossomed into a critically praised alternative force with an international following. Of Virtue's... read full bio
One of the biggest names in music is the incredible Swiss rock artist Nomuel. Thanks to his amazing performances and captivating stage character, Nomuel has become a prominent player in the pop rock subgenre. Nomuel's music has a catchy, infectious melody because of the skillful merging of pop and rock components. His effortless fusion of earworm tunes, powerful guitar riffs, and... read full bio
When Norwegian metalcore group Fixation originally emerged, their debut EP "Global Suicide" helped them gain recognition rapidly. The media gave the EP great reviews. After the release of their next song, "Stay Awake," prominent international media outlets like BBC (UK), Metal Hammer (DE), Kerrang! Magazine (UK), and Kaaoszine (FI) took notice. With the release of "More Alive" and "Claustrophobic," appearances at prestigious... read full bio
