Paul Dixon's immersive solo project is called Fyfe. Before discovering electronic music in his teens, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Fyfe spent his childhood honing his violin, piano, trumpet and other instruments and participating in youth orchestras. His wholly contemporary musical style is influenced by a variety of sources. After a trying period of being signed to a major record label, the yearning... read full bio
Jordan Mackampa's music, like those of the soul legends he grew up listening to and the grime artists he cherishes, is intended to inform as much as amuse. His raw songs, which are reflections of his existence as an outsider, span from his birthplace in the Republic of Congo to his hip hop-obsessed upbringing in north London to his formative... read full bio
Low present HEY WHAT while maintaining a laser-like focus on their craft, avoiding conflict and remaining steadfast in their belief that they will discover fresh ways to capture the conflict and joy of living and transform the duality of existence into hymns we can all sing. The vibrant textures all around these ten pieces—each created around their own instantaneous, irrefutable hook—give... read full bio
Little Man Tate is a scrappy indie rock band from Sheffield, England that oddly took their name from a sappy movie about a child prodigy starring Jodie Foster. Little Man Tate presents a very British take on guitar pop, much like their Yorkshire neighbors the Arctic Monkeys. But whereas Little Man Tate draws more influence from Blur, the Dentists and other... read full bio
In Manchester, England, singer-songwriter Lou Rhodes and musician/producer Andy Barlow founded an electronic duet. They combined a peculiar blend of downbeat, trip-hop, jazz, dub, breaks and drum and bass with a significant vocal element and in particular, some acoustic elements in their latter compositions. Lamb is recognized for their highly experimental music, unique production aesthetic, Lou's frequently fervent lyrical approach and creative music... read full bio
The LaFontaines are a Scottish indie rap-rock trio who progressively gained a reputation as one of the best live acts in the country by fusing influences from classic rock and R&B, hip-hop, pop and soul to create a distinctive sound. The LaFontaines were founded by Kerr Okan on vocals, Iain Findlay and Darren McCaughey on guitars, Anna Smith on bass, Jamie Keenan... read full bio
The Kaleidoscope Kid doesn't take his name lightly. He fuses psychedelic strings with hip-hop style percussion to create a genre-defying musical phenomenon and he ties it all together with his relaxed yet precise poetry and styled stage character. The Kaleidoscope Kid debuted his catchy track "Hold Up" after joining Regime/Suburban Noize Records. With the release of his self-titled Suburban Noize LP debut,... read full bio
Welsh-American rock group No Devotion was founded in Cardiff and Pontypridd. Stu Richardson, Lee Gaze and American vocalist Geoff Rickly of the band Thursday, who were formerly in the Welsh band Lostprophets, make up the group at the moment. Dave Fridmann produced the band's debut album Permanence, which featured the hits "Stay," "10,000 Summers," "Addition" and "Permanent Sunlight." The album's remaining drum... read full bio
Texan Danny Lee Blackwell is the creator of Night Beats. The band's R&B-inspired Western Psychedelic sound is a reckoning, a shoot-out at dawn and the ear-splitting peel-out that leaves nothing but a cloud of red dust in its wake. It has been called the soundtrack of a generation. Over the years, Night Beats has established a reputation as one of the best... read full bio
Welsh pop-punks Neck Deep were started as a do-it-yourself band by guitarist Lloyd Roberts and singer Ben Barlow. They launched their first EP, Rain, after experimenting with a number of self-uploaded web tracks. Neck Deep, one of the pop-punk revival artists, claimed Fall Out Boy, New Found Glory and Sum 41 as influences while delivering a modernized take on the genre's traditional... read full bio
Nation of Language, a Brooklyn-based synth band, initially made their presence known as one of the most anticipated new groups in recent memory. Despite having only released a few singles, they had already received high praise from publications like NME, FADER, Stereogum, Pitchfork, etc. Prior to the release of Introduction, Presence, one of the most critically acclaimed debut albums of... read full bio
On their second full-length album, No Good Left To Give [Fearless Records], Movements realize the full scope of their storytelling, musicianship and vision while reflecting on the personal transformations they have experienced over the past five quick years. Along with exploring the emotional ups and downs of relationships, the music also examines loss, love, intimacy, mental health and other topics through a... read full bio
Pop punk band Meet Me @ The Altar is from the United States. The three members initially collaborated on songs online although living in separate locations at the time. Fueled by Ramen signed the band after they completed their first tour. Téa Campbell and Ada Juarez connected on YouTube after the latter's numerous cover videos of pop punk songs prompted Campbell... read full bio
The LA-based indie-pop duo Magdalena Bay embrace the turbulence and fragility of everyday life to build their own, equally dazzling and self-aware reality. The group has exploited social media to broadcast captivating, fleeting bursts of both their music and what you might call their worldview. Mica Tenenbaum and Matt Lewin believe that reality may be changed beyond recognition and unmade.... read full bio
Nashville-based artist Madi Diaz released "Man In Me," her moving first single and music video for ANTI- that completely initiates her artistic career. It gives listeners a glimpse of how hard Diaz has worked to hone the art of conveying a wide range of emotions through songs in their most direct and unadulterated form. Diaz and Andrew Sarlo (Big Thief, Bon Iver) both... read full bio
Wet Leg is a dynamic pop duo composed of Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers, who wear small gold necklaces made by Hester, symbolizing their stage name. The necklaces may have been cryptic to many before, but since the release of their debut single "Chaise Longue" in June 2021, the duo has made a huge impact on the music industry. With... read full bio
Before establishing himself as a solo artist, Tricky began his career with fellow Bristol legends Massive Attack. He established himself as a mainstay in the electronic scene in the 90s with his characteristic raspy vocals and mesmerizing production style, garnering praise for his breakthrough debut, Maxinquaye, as well as for albums like Pre-Millennium Tension and Angels with Dirty Faces. In... read full bio
Oteil Burbridge, a bassist who has won two Grammy awards, has been traveling and recording for more than three decades. He is a founding member of the Col. Bruce Hampton-starring Aquarium Rescue Unit, a cult classic that has withstood the test of time. As a result, he joined The Allman Brothers Band and has received two Grammy nominations for best rock instrumental for... read full bio
The Blessed Madonna, who graced the cover of the esteemed magazine while donning a massive gold crown, became the first woman to be named Mixmag's DJ of the year. It was just one of many shots that were fired across the bough to warn of impending change. In the same year, a Resident Advisor poll ranked Madge among the best... read full bio
Xavier Rudd is an Australian musician and activist known for his unique sound and powerful ability to connect with people through his music. He started his solo career in 2002 with his debut album "To Let," which showcased his distinctive blend of instruments, including guitars, yidakis, and blues harp. This sound established Xavier as a rising star in the Australian... read full bio
