A force to be reckoned with, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions have been releasing numerous singles prior to the release of their Destiny Road Album released May 26, 2023. The album features the talent of Jerry Manftedi on bass and Jethro DeFries on drums, , and Tommy Mars on keyboards. Having gigged extensively in Southern California, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions are now looking forward to spinning magic in and around Salt Lake City and Park City, UT

Thirty-four years later, the Jack Rubies – consisting entirely of its original lineup – returns with the difficult third album.

UK indie rock artist James Clarke Five presents the new single ‘Gadfly Groove’, previewing the album Zoom and The Gadflies (out March 15 via Favourite Recordings). Celebrating the personal transformation of a quiet, tentative introvert to an outgoing, gadfly-like persona, this song presents uplifting crunchy guitars and a blistering sax solo. Ultimately a butterfly emerges!

Grace McLean”s newly-inked record deal to Meridian/ECR Music Group (Sony) has already led to two breakthrough singles from her forthcoming debut album My Lovely Enemy, out May 10th. Now, she’s set to release the album’s third single “Albertine” which is out now.

Much like recording-artist contemporaries St. Vincent and Tune-Yards, McLean pursues both the visceral and intellectual on her new album––and its new single, ‘Albertine.’

Female-fronted dark gothic synth-rock duo Lovelorn Dolls presents ‘Beautiful Chaos’, the second tale unleashed from their fourth album Deadtime Stories, in which the band break free from the dreamy realms of goth pop offered on their latest single ‘Dream World’.

Four heads in non-stop refraction. The Whistling Heads mold guitars, bass and drums in a chaotic cloud of noise. It doesn’t matter who they are and where they come from. No matter if they are born in Messina or will die in Birmingham. They write songs that become stickers on your tongue. A roller coaster ride against the flow and then a rainbow cut by an airplane…

Renowned British producer, Fran Ashcroft, has announced his forthcoming album The Songs That Never Were, to be released on February 23 via Think Like a Key Music. While only his sophomore album as a solo artist, Ashcroft’s name stands behind dozens of other albums that have come to grace the music plane over the past few decades. Ahead of this, he presents the lead track ‘Waiting For The Britpop Revival’, a 2-track offering with a traditional A-side and B-side.

Trummerkind are a digital gothic punk band. Their songs are comprised of complex digital backing tracks, hypnotic guitar riffs, refined drums, heavy bass lines and unapologetic lyrics.

The Sound of Mountains is the project of multi-instrumentalist, Christopher Morin. Originally from rural upstate NY, he had formed a 5-piece rock band based around Albany, NY where he was one of the primary songwriters and lead guitarist. However in late 2016, he relocated to Southern California. Eventually, The Sound of Mountains was born.

Gilded Sorrow, the sixth Obsessed album, bears all the hallmarks of the stoner doom pioneer.

The Graft is an indie-rock band full of swagger, energy and tunes that will get you moving and singing along on the dance floor. Hailing from Camden NW1, The Graft have been writing original music and gigging since 2016. Their fusion of indie punk vitality and seasoned wisdom is not to be missed! 
Think Shame, Fat White Family and Squid, but with a classic Britpop, indie-punk twist.

Miles East’s highly-anticipated second album Between Lightning and Thunder is a voyage through the dark waters of a relationship in crisis. Some songs serve as distant beacons of light guiding the voyager through that darkness, while others are the dark water itself, portending imminent danger or its ever-present threat. The voyage begins with a promise couched in desperate optimism, and ends with a redemption profound in its quiet simplicity.

The Pulltops is a Milwaukee based duo delivering a hooky mix of Indie Rock, Power Pop, and Album Rock.

Drummer Mark Pierret and guitarist Tom Crowell were both eclectic record collectors, so they immediately clicked when they joined their first band together. While Mark always leaned heavier on old country and soul music, Tom drew stronger influences from the experimental and underground scene.

NYC rock outfit Otherworldly Things presents ‘Time Turns To Memories’, offering an irresistible first taste of their Heavy Dream Cycle EP, out February 16 via New Jersey based Magic Door Records.

With a band name that brings to mind everything from aliens to angels and other creatures, Otherworldly Things is actually a four-piece band from New York City, formed in 2014 and made up of Jim Browne (guitar, lead and backing vocals, violin), Matt Revie (guitar, keyboards, glockenspiel), Jason Binnick (bass, backing vocals, keyboards, cello) and Travis Harrison (drums, percussion).

Riff-driven power pop outfit Vegas DeMilo have announced the release of Black Sheep Lodge, their shimmering 4th album which one writer described as “The Replacements fronted by Liam Gallagher.” It’s an apt comparison as the expertly produced collection displays its 90s grit while also exhibiting the songwriting finesse of Paul Westerberg and Jeff Tweedy clamoring against the dramatic tension of Oasis anthems.

As he approaches his eightieth year on the planet, John Surman chooses not to look back, but to move ever forward.

Onceweresixty was founded by Marco Lorenzoni (guitars, vocals and keyboards) and Luca Sella (drums, guitar and vocals), who began collaborating in 2001 via their old band MR60. The band is rounded out by Enrico Grando (keyboards and saxophone), who joined the band shortly after their 2021 release The Flood, a concept album about the consciousness of the insignificance of humans against the force of nature, and a society bent on self-destruction.

A force to be reckoned with, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions have been releasing numerous singles prior to the release of their Destiny Road Album released May 26, 2023. The album features the talent of Jerry Manftedi on bass and Jethro DeFries on drums, , and Tommy Mars on keyboards. Having gigged extensively in Southern California, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions are now looking forward to spinning magic in and around Salt Lake City and Park City, UT

Efficient, edgy-yet-melodic jangle pop is the order of the day on Ducks Ltd.’s newest and second long player, ”Harm’s Way”.

The Love Insane is hands down one of the most electric and dynamic releases to come out of the COVID era creative boom, and also stands on its own as a new peak for the ensemble.

On his new album nublues, vibraphonist Joel Ross sets expectations early.

The Midnight Shepherds hail from Mobile, Alabama. The band prides its self on their all live discography that shows off their love of live Southern Rock and Blues. The Midnight Shepherds bring a powerful Southern flavor to everything they do. Ranging a tour route from Florida to Colorado, The Shepherds do it best when they do it live!

Formed in 2009 in Stockholm Sweden, Slim Loris consist of singer/bass-player Mattias Cederstam; guitarist Robert Barrefelt; drummer Jonas Ellenberg and singer/guitarist Leon Lindström. As the leading lights of Scandicana, the Swedish cousin of Americana, Slim Loris have already received glowing tributes from the likes of Huffington Post and Axs.

Head Sound is a dream pop/shoegaze band influenced by artists such as My Bloody Valentine, Sigur Ros, Slowdive, and Radiohead. Their catchy yet sophisticated vocal melodies seem to float atop the bold, hypnotic instrumentation carrying them. Lyrics of love, loss, and longing offer hope amidst suffering, peace within sorrow, and joy beyond pain.

Amanda Grace is a Minnesota native and has released music drifting between folk and alt- pop/rock. With roots as a pianist her writing is thematically varied with an emphasis on melody; with ballads wrapped in warm vocals. She is soon to release her eighth record in February called, Give Me Away.

Die Hard Habits is a post-punk band based in the vibrant music scene of Austin, Texas. They say that their music is a product of their independent spirit and a desire to challenge the norms. Drawing inspiration from the pioneers of post-punk while infusing our own restless creativity, it is a sound defined by angular guitar riffs, pulsating basslines, and propulsive rhythms that convey a sense of urgency. In their live performances, they aim to captivate audiences with our raw energy and a genuine connection to the music

A force to be reckoned with, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions have been releasing numerous singles prior to the release of their Destiny Road Album released May 26, 2023. The album features the talent of Jerry Manftedi on bass and Jethro DeFries on drums, , and Tommy Mars on keyboards. Having gigged extensively in Southern California, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions are now looking forward to spinning magic in and around Salt Lake City and Park City, UT

Omri Ash “I’m addicted to making people feel stuff so whenever they tell me I did, its like I’m high. Hopefully you feel stuff too I tend to be all over the place music wise, really I’m just throwing my own feelings about stuff into a song that then exists and I post it, so I feel a bunch of stuff and sometimes it’s sad and complicated and sometimes it’s dumb and fun and that’s the whole point. Feeling something as humans and getting that sweet empathy high.”

Dave Boone’s work as Alberta has spanned many years and artistic iterations. When he first gathered the Dead Eyes crew, which consisted of Erik Washington on drums and Bhuti Bhuti on bass at the time, the trio cut their teeth on the road and then recorded an entire project during the pandemic, mostly collaborating virtually between Detroit and New Orleans.

Unlike snooty major labels and high-powered management firms, indie label Drunk Dial encourages its artists to write and record while wasted.

The Anomaly is the musical manifestation of London based Imran Khan’s mind. The multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer draws inspiration from the British and American alternative rock of the 90s/00s on which he grew up, infusing it with melodic depth to produce a euphonious richness of sound that gets more interesting upon each listen.

Bingo Boys is a three piece punk band formed in February of 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Based in the New Jersey town of Secaucus, Clay Joule is a singer-songwriter who makes buoyant and uplifting soft rock music, characterised by his delicate vocal leads and backed up by warm organic instrumentation. His music always carries an important message and his latest release, “Cup of Joe” is no exception – advocating a way out of the entrenched political statemate of modern times.

Now based in Milano, Italy, Dave Curran’s joined up with a pair of likeminded natives to form Baratro, an ugly power trio now bearing its first album.

Palm Trees In Moscow is the project of Baltimore, MD based singer/songwriter Chris Frantz (not that one). After years of playing (and breaking) guitars in various bands, Frantz decided to start writing his own songs and developing a sound. The band has shared the bill with the incredibly random likes of CKY, Quiet Riot, and George Clinton. 
 Influenced by everything from The Beloved to Jawbox, PTIM’s music has evolved into a dark pop/shoegaze sound; complete with painstaking attention to production and an emphasis on heavier, more thematic songwriting.

Bromsen has made a triumphant return to the music scene, showcasing their unique blend of synth wave elements and guitars. Their first singles have received critical acclaim from the indie press , and they have garnered airplay on indie radio stations across North America, the UK, France, Brazil, and other regions. Bromsen are signed with the label Epictronic and are about to release their debut album Brothers in Mind on 16 Feb 2024.

Born and raised in France, Nairolf chose English as his language in art and Ontario for his home. Multi- instrumentalist, he evolved as a member of several rock bands and collaborated with multiple artists over the years before deciding to release his debut solo album Lights & Shadows in 2020. The follow up album Forecast From the Past was released in April 2022. His influences are a combination of 90’s grunge, progressive rock and electronic music, including The Smashing Pumpkins, Radiohead, Placebo, The Cure, Steven Wilson and The Pink Floyd. Nairolf has been the guitarist and keyboardist in alternative rock band The Neverlies since 2019.

On their latest album Chimera, guitarist Sergio Rios, keyboardist Dan Hastie, bassist Dale Jennings, and drummer Sam Halterman lay it down with the assurance of musicians for whom this music is a part of their very bones.

Expect the feel of a Wim Wenders film with Bjork popping up to provide musical interludes. From darkness and loss, hangovers were left behind for the peace of sobriety for folktronica duo Victoria Bourne and Chris Harper. In the last year the duo became sober and bounced back from two close friends suicides and Victoria’s own depression. Confronted with so much existential angst. Last year became a springboard for change going back to their roots of electronica and acoustic sounds. “We’re doing what we love best, creating sad, romantic, cinematic music”

nighTime is the sound of the nocturnal dreamstate, instrumental music that borders dream-pop, shoegaze, ambient and filmic realms.

Originating from singer Tiffany Jhingoor’s fusion of theater roots with personal songwriting, Kipani brings you the vibrant world of “Diary-Pop.” With drummer Mike McManamon8 and guitarist/bassist *Sean Sherwood joining the ensemble, the trio honed their dynamic sound through live performances, leading to the release of the acclaimed Lotus EP” in 2021. Now, in 2023, Kipani presents Spoiled Ingrates, a musical evolution blending live instruments and electronica.

Sons Of Silver is a neo-classic rock band from Los Angeles. They take their name from the translation of lead singer Peter Argyropoulos’ Greek last name. They were heralded by American Songwriter as a “Super Group”. The band’s line-up is vocalist and guitarist Peter Argyropoulos, keyboardist Brina Kabler, guitarist Kevin Haaland (Skillet), bassist Adam Kury (Candlebox) and drummer Marc Slutsky who has toured and/or recorded with Third Eye Blind, Goo Goo Dolls, Peter Murphy, and Todd Rundgren to name a few.

Surrounding himself with horns, strings, bass, electronics, and vocals, Smith conjures a strange and seductive spell.

Electric Hoarse is a high-energy rock n roll band influenced by classic, indie and desert rock; the sound of England in the summertime; an intoxicating blend of lazy days, electric nights and banging tunes.

Spearside are a three-piece lead by brothers Oisín (vocals/guitar) and Cian Walsh (vocals/bass), along with their friend Dylan Zovich (drums). The band produces all of their music from their own home-studio in Trim, Ireland.

Since Spearside’s live debut in October 2022, their latest single “Passion Merchant” has been central to the live set. Given the strong power pop thread running through the band’s releases to date, listeners tend to be surprised that Spearside’s live set is heavy and raw with psych undertones. “Passion Merchant” opens a new chapter in the ever expanding sonic world of Spearside.

London-based, alt.rock four-piece blending industrial, goth rock, shoegaze, and post-punk to create heavy, dreamy soundscapes, woven through with introspective lyrics which explore the darker side of human nature. Vocalist Bri Macanas (Black Palms, The Midnight Vortex, Silhouettes), guitarist Chris Schwarten (Ghost Wives) and multi-instrumentalist but mostly bassist Nicolas Zappa (also Ghost Wives) started the band during the pandemic. They were later joined by drummer Jo Eiffes (Silhouettes, Perfect Flaws).

Influenced by a whiplash inducing set of artists, including Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, and My Chemical Romance, it is no wonder that Your Best Nightmare has been labeled as everything from a folk artist to an honest to goodness punk. Genre is just another facet of society that Your Best Nightmare seeks to dismantle. Her self-titled EP/demo Your Best Nightmare received glowing reviews globally. She is set to release her first LP, Presents: A Simple Solution for Toxic Masculinity, in early 2024.

Recorded in Paris in 2017, the record follows Perelman’s usual MO: gather his pals in the studio and record whatever happens.

Drew Davies is from the North York’s Moors. After starting his musical career in the rock n roll trenches of London and moonlighting for whoever would have him, he now resides in the post-industrial artistic hotbed of Glasgow.

He has written many songs and played some iconic shows and been fortunate enough to have his music played by BBC DJ’s such as Mickey Bradley (BBC Ulster), Gary Crowley (BBC London), Bruce Dickinson (BBC 6), Jericho Keys (BBC Introducing) and the late great Janice Long (BBC Wales) amongst others.

Patrick Doval is a multifaceted artist with a track record to prove it. Since 2008, he has independently released 5-albums and 22-music videos. This vast body of work highlights Patrick’s endless musical and visual creative inspiration.