Born out of the lively musical scene of New York City, Thundersmack unleashes a sonic cyclone. Michael Wilbur and Leo P. are two amazing artists. Combining unique flair with the gritty intensity of New York City subways, Thundersmack offers a musical experience that is both unforgettable and contagious. The baritone saxophone and clarinet player for the group, Leo P, is a... read full bio
Five vocalists and multi-instrumentalists from the Canadian province of Quebec make up the formidable traditional music ensemble Le Diable à Cinq, whose goal is to bring back the joyous evenings they remember from their childhood. Aside from being a family drama, The Diable à Cinq also stars three brothers: Éloi Gagnon-Sabourin (keyboard, voice), Samuel Sabourin (banjo, mandolin, fiddle, voice) and Félix Sabourin... read full bio
The Herbaliser Band quickly released "Remedies," their debut record establishing themselves as a key component of the Ninja Tune group and adding more diverse DJs and musicians to their roster. The next year, they expanded their output to include an eight-piece live band and made their debut at George IV in Brixton as they were recording "Blow Your Headphones," their second full-length... read full bio
Based in Los Angeles, Tashi Wada is a performer and composer. Wada worked with his father Yoshi Wada on stage for many years while studying composition under James Tenney at CalArts. Wada has collaborated with a variety of musicians, including as Charles Curtis, Simone Forti and Julia Holter, and performed his music all around the world. Saltern was started and is... read full bio
With over 100,000 monthly downloads, Remy Kassimir, a stand-up comedian, actor and presenter of the Cosmopolitan Sexcellence award-winning comedy and sex podcast "How C*m," has encouraged individuals all over the world to have their own orgasms. In addition to appearing in well-known magazines like Elle Magazine, Betches Love This and the Huffington Post, Remy has had her work on HC highlighted on Netflix's... read full bio
Layton Giordani, a New Yorker from the new school of techno, continues to be one of the most well-liked tastemakers on the globe. His innovative approach to music acts as a modern voice for the ardent new wave of lovers of cutting edge electronic music. Layton is a studio nerd who is fully committed to his work. His wide range of... read full bio
After completing his year at university, Downtown Kayoto is excited to start his much-awaited summer. For the last two years, he has been waiting for the release of his single "Lite." The Hull-born musician's most recent EP release has been in the archives for a while, but based on his easygoing demeanor, you get the impression that this is a swift... read full bio
Chesca, who was influenced by music legends like Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson and Aretha Franklin, fell in love with music and entertainment at a very young age. She was born into a musically inclined family in Puerto Rico. In addition to attending many performing academies, Chesca's father gave her the lead vocal position in his cover band, "Flashback," giving her the... read full bio
In addition to receiving widespread national and international acclaim, J.J. Hairston and Youthful Praise are still making waves in the gospel music industry. The thirty-five-member Bridgeport, Connecticut church choir, which was founded in 1991, has grown into a national gospel singer that tops the Billboard charts. The nationwide hit praise song "You Deserve It," which was just released by J.J. Hairston... read full bio
After making their debut, power trio Sleemo quickly gained a large following thanks to their sonically loud live shows, heavy-set riffs, ripping leads and unconventional songwriting. They went from playing in local small clubs to touring larger venues across the country with up-and-coming artists like Enola Gay, Torus and Perfectparachute Picture, and even supported Jamie Lenman of Reuben. With the release of their highly... read full bio
Since its founding, the Manchester-based group has undergone continuous change, and its most recent iteration exhibits a more understated approach to production and lyrics. Compared to their more complex earlier work, the song sounds more organic since more ambient space is left inside its framework and it leans towards a less polished finish. PIJN's perspective has also changed as a... read full bio
Lakes, a six-piece band that sprang from Watford's thriving DIY scene, are a radiant slice of positivism, charm and glittering catharsis that have come a long way in a short amount of time. The Appleseed Cast, TTNG, Broken Social Scene and Bon Iver, as well as Fleetwood Mac, Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel of the 1980s pop rock era, served as inspiration for... read full bio
Conan are as massive as interplanetary thunder reverberated through Azathoth's raging black hole. Conan is a tremendously violent three-piece that follows in the great lineage of all the sacred three-piece compositions throughout history. It commands an iron grasp and plays with extreme synchronization over the tempo changes and power chord changes of the anti-holy trio of bass, drums and guitar. The... read full bio
With their debut album, "awakebutstillinbed," Shannon Taylor's band gained critical praise and a devoted following. The band's message was clear: having low self-esteem is actually simply about seeing yourself as other people perceive you. Taylor had desired nothing less than this. However, when the band threw themselves into traveling, managing to put together four extensive US tours in a few... read full bio
The brothers Federico and Nicolò Vese founded the instrumental group Asymmetric Universe with the intention of pushing the boundaries of current progressive music by fusing disparate genres in a logical way. Their objective is to produce intricate music that is yet understandable to the audience. Their genres include chamber orchestration, avant-garde jazz, fusion, current prog metal and emotive ambient. Gabriele Bullita... read full bio
For Sculpture Club, years of refining their jagged punk have paid dividends. Sculpture Club's soundscape has expanded, resulting in sounds that resemble The Cure meets Echo & The Bunnymen. Their chorus-soaked basslines and blown-out leads, when combined with creative lyrics and the inclusion of acoustic guitars and violins, result in a brilliant progression. They discuss the importance of shape, function and... read full bio
Atlanta group Omni has always produced fast-moving, powerful music. And their second album for Sub Pop, Souvenir, their fourth overall, is their strongest to date. They approached this recording with a lot of pent-up energy, having been inactive for the most part of the pandemic—the longest period of inactivity in their history. With chopping riffs, staccato rhythms and wiry melodies, guitarist... read full bio
In an effort to trick listeners into thinking he is a pioneer of Latin Tekno and Latin Core, CRRDR, the founder of Traaampaaa and co-founder and producer of Muakk, has developed a proposal based on the exploration of Latin rhythms with electronic music. He has created sets that combine tribal rhythms and explore various amalgamations of Latin club music. His... read full bio
Cian Godfrey, also known as Somebody's Child, began his musical career at the age of five in Paris, where he began to play the piano in the family flat. He developed a passion for music after returning to Ireland, which allowed him to share his own tales. These stories frequently touch on challenging situations with mental health in addition to... read full bio
Sun Spot creates an expressive and immersive sound by fusing together rowdy post-punk, airy hyper pop, and melancholic 2000s dance with pulses of twisted electronica and jagged 90s indie. Sun Spot released their debut EP, Clipping, on Rosecoloured Records, showcasing their love of experimental pop with an offering saturated with outrageous, sampled drums, waves of atmospheric synths, and interjections of corrupted, effects-laiden... read full bio
