AKA is the new solo project from Callum Thompson, guitarist and producer of The Mysterines. Known for his gritty, guitar-driven production work within the band, Thompson now steps into a sharper, more personal spotlight. Released via Fiction Records, “It Grows On Trees (Money)” marks AKA’s debut solo statement — a pivot that leans further into distorted alt-rock and psych-inflected experimentation while retaining punk immediacy. “It Grows On Trees (Money)” is a jagged, melodi

Telehealth are a Seattle-based synth-punk collective formed by Alexander Attitude and Kendra Cox, alongside Ian McCutcheon, John O’Connor, and Dillon Sturtevant. Emerging from the Pacific Northwest, the group weaponize danceable tension and sharp hooks to interrogate burnout culture, tech optimism, branding fatigue, and the commodification of “progress.” Blending art rock, new wave, post-punk nerviness, and industrial-edged synths, Telehealth thrive in contradiction — critiqu

Newport is the project of Perth-based singer, songwriter and producer Dylon Newport. Blending modern alternative pop with touches of soul and hip-hop, he’s quickly carved out a lane defined by warm textures, introspective lyricism, and polished yet emotionally grounded production. With over a million global streams and growing DSP momentum, Newport’s debut EP Growing Pains introduced his sunlit but reflective sound. The track “Get Back To This” earned a 4.5-star review from R

Knats are a Newcastle-born quintet redefining contemporary UK jazz with what they proudly call Geordie Jazz. Led by lifelong friends Stan Woodward (bass) and King David-Ike Elechi (drums), alongside virtuosic trumpeter Ferg Kilsby, the group balance technical sophistication with danceable immediacy. After relocating to London in late 2022, Knats rapidly built serious momentum — selling out a Jazz Refreshed headline show, supporting Str4ta at a packed Jazz Cafe, performing at

Mike D — born Mike Diamond — is best known as a founding member of Beastie Boys, one of the most influential genre-blurring acts in modern music history. Raised on Manhattan’s Upper West Side during New York City’s turbulent fiscal-crisis era, Diamond’s early musical diet ranged from The Jackson Five and Motown to punk rock and early rap mixtapes. That collision of influences shaped the Beastie Boys’ groundbreaking fusion of hardcore, hip-hop, funk, and reggae — a formula tha

RIP Magic formed when Sorry’s Marco Pini linked up with Felix Bayley-Higgins, Beth Boswell-Knight, and Pedro Takahashi — creating a dance-rock outfit that thrives on kinetic tension. The group quickly built serious credibility: supporting LCD Soundsystem, collaborating with James Murphy, and currently opening arena dates for Tame Impala. Their upward trajectory now continues with a signing to section1 — sister label to Partisan Records and home to acts like King Princess. “Sc

Theatre are an emerging force from Limerick, Ireland — a city long woven into the country’s alternative rock legacy. The band first turned heads with their debut single “The Fall,” introducing a grand, churning sound that feels both classic and contemporary. Fronted by Maeve O’Shea, Theatre channel sweeping emotional intensity through towering instrumentation and a distinctly Irish sense of melodic drama. Their debut EP Incarnate signals the arrival of a band unafraid of scal

Arkayla are quickly becoming one of Manchester’s fastest-rising indie outfits. The four-piece have built serious momentum, with their EP Don’t Look For Answers racking up nearly 2 million streams across DSPs — proof that their hook-heavy approach is landing far beyond the local circuit. With a run of high-energy releases and a growing live reputation, Arkayla are shaping a sound rooted in youthful rebellion, early-2000s brightness, and unapologetic charisma. “Run Kid” is punc

Overpass are fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting indie risers. The four-piece have built momentum through punchy songwriting, high-energy live shows, and a growing fanbase drawn to their emotionally direct, hook-driven sound. Currently touring with The Royston Club across major UK dates, Overpass are previewing material from their highly anticipated debut album Elsewhere, Always, landing June 5th. The record marks a defining moment — a statement of intent from a band

TRASHCAT is a Portsmouth-based artist carving out a sound built on tension and contrast. Blending the emotional pull of alternative pop with flashes of metalcore intensity, her music thrives in the space between vulnerability and volatility. Her debut single, “KNOW YOU LOVE ME,” quickly caught the attention of BBC Introducing in Oxford & Berkshire, earning airplay and an interview spotlighting her distinctive creative direction. Subsequent releases continued to build traction

Gen and the Degenerates are a North-West based indie art-punk trio blending New York cool with a distinctly British bite. Known for chaotic live shows and razor-sharp lyricism from frontperson Genevieve Glynn-Reeves, the band fuse danceable pop instincts with angular art-rock textures. Drawing sonic parallels to Talking Heads and LCD Soundsystem — but with a wink — they bring brash energy and humour into spaces often dominated by seriousness. Festival slots at Truck, YNOT, Th

Molly Millington is a genre-blurring Australian artist fusing sharp lyricism with bold country-pop energy. Raised close to nature, she began writing songs at just 14 and was performing at festivals by 16 — a trajectory that speaks to both instinct and drive. A decade later, Molly has refined her voice into something unmistakable: raw, emotionally honest, and rooted in vivid storytelling. Her aesthetic — self-described as “bandana chic” — blends urban cowgirl cool with radical

Cutscene are part of the new wave of moody, poetic guitar bands flourishing across the UK and Ireland. Raised in the North East of England and now based in Manchester, the band channel lived experience into emotionally textured, evolving rock compositions. Their sound sits comfortably alongside the era’s most compelling alternative acts — blending shimmering reverbs, anxious vocal delivery, and discordant guitar swells. There’s a distinct sense of atmosphere in their work: un

KOGG are a London/Essex experimental electronic duo formed by Selena Kay and Cerys Hogg. Emerging in 2018, they’ve carved out a distinctive niche that blends contemporary classical composition, jazz improvisation, and DIY sound invention. Signed to Nonclassical, KOGG challenge the traditional austerity often associated with experimental music. Their work feels tactile and playful — grounded in curiosity, collaboration, and process rather than rigid formalism. Having performed

Broken Social Scene return with Remember The Humans, their first album in nearly a decade. Released via Arts & Crafts (North America) and City Slang (UK/EU), the project reunites the collective with producer David Newfeld, whose work shaped their landmark 2002 release You Forgot It In People. Rather than reinventing themselves, Broken Social Scene deepen their established sound. The album was born from reconnection and shared grief, grounding the music in lived experience. Tr

Irked are a no-frills punk outfit from Tyne Tees & Wear, making loud, direct music together since 2022. Self-described as a “proper band,” Irked lean into classic DIY values — sharp riffs, blunt honesty, and songs that don’t overstay their welcome. Their debut album The Grievance landed in May 2025 via Wrong Speed Records, cementing their place in the UK’s fiercely independent punk circuit. The record channels frustration into focused, high-impact tracks built for small venue

Kelela has carved out a singular space at the intersection of contemporary R&B and progressive electronic music. Blending club-ready production with deeply personal songwriting, she moves seamlessly between the dancefloor and introspective headphone listening. Born Kelela Mizanekristos in Washington, D.C., and raised in suburban Maryland, she initially studied jazz before discovering her own voice through a love of forward-thinking electronic production. Her breakout mixtape

Still Blank are Jordy Fleming (Kauai, Hawai’i) and Ben Kirkland (Manchester, UK) — a transatlantic duo who met in Liverpool and bonded over a shared hunger to stretch sound into new emotional territories. Their music exists in a liminal space between shoegaze haze, grunge abrasion, and minimalist folk starkness. Drawing influence from Sonic Youth and PJ Harvey, Still Blank craft slow-burning, tension-heavy compositions that feel immersive and unfiltered. With only a handful o

China Aster is the solo project of Guernsey-born, London-based Josh Moore. Launched in 2022 with debut single “If I Could Dance,” the project blends art-pop ambition with philosophical undertones. The name China Aster is lifted from a debt-ridden character in Herman Melville’s The Confidence Man, hinting at the literary and conceptual layers beneath the glossy surface. Moore studied Fine Art at Goldsmiths, drawing inspiration from utopian thinkers such as Karl Marx, Ernst Blo

The Shabs are a Cape Town-based folk-punk trio blending sincere, melodic sing-along songwriting with the raw drive of DIY punk rock. Made up of Jon Shaban (guitar/vocals), Ryan McArthur (double bass/backing vocals), and Jon Case (drums), the band often collaborates with female vocalists, adding dynamic texture to their high-energy sound. Their music channels influences like Frank Turner, Erik Petersen, and Against Me!, but carries its own distinctly South African edge. Since