As we enter a new year, our ethos and mission remains (as it has for a decade and a half): unearthing and sharing the world’s most promising new talent. Today, we're kicking things off with Ghanian-American singer-songwriter-producer Sam Opoku and his single, “Boomerang”—a smooth, beautifully-written exposé on a previous relationship. Whether it’s the cutting guitar, lush vocals, or clever prose, the level of quality here is what we'd typically expect from an artist at their pinnacl...

As we enter a new year, our ethos and mission remains (as it has for a decade and a half): unearthing and sharing the world’s most promising new talent. Today, we're kicking things off with Ghanian-American singer-songwriter-producer Sam Opoku and his single, “Boomerang”—a smooth, beautifully-written exposé on a previous relationship. Whether it’s the cutting guitar, lush vocals, or clever prose, the level of quality here is what we'd typically expect from an artist at their pinnacl...

San Diego-based artist Brent de la Cruz delivers high replay value throughout his bold, genre-bending debut project, Finding Boo. Amongst a myriad of catchy, well-written tracks, "Dreaming" stands out to us most with its thumping drums, boisterous guitars, and impressive vocal performance. It's not hard to see just how high of a ceiling Brent may have, so make sure you're tapping in now. https://open.spotify.com/track/1qxlhcJtrG7bu3RCqwFYxJ?si=23ceb96d6af64197

San Diego-based artist Brent de la Cruz delivers high replay value throughout his bold, genre-bending debut project, Finding Boo. Amongst a myriad of catchy, well-written tracks, "Dreaming" stands out to us most with its thumping drums, boisterous guitars, and impressive vocal performance. It's not hard to see just how high of a ceiling Brent may have, so make sure you're tapping in now. https://open.spotify.com/track/1qxlhcJtrG7bu3RCqwFYxJ?si=23ceb96d6af64197

You'd be forgiven for thinking 21-year-old, Boston artist Eph See is just having fun with their music. Filled with playful production and ad-libs, their debut EP, 'g*rlhood', requires a close listen to understand its true weight. Throughout the project, Eph See conveys the harshness of the adult world while longingly gazing back at the blissful imagination and freedom that accompanies youth. In the songs themselves, delicate vocals pair wonderfully with minimal production, ebbi...

You'd be forgiven for thinking 21-year-old, Boston artist Eph See is just having fun with their music. Filled with playful production and ad-libs, their debut EP, 'g*rlhood', requires a close listen to understand its true weight. Throughout the project, Eph See conveys the harshness of the adult world while longingly gazing back at the blissful imagination and freedom that accompanies youth. In the songs themselves, delicate vocals pair wonderfully with minimal production, ebbi...

Lance Redeker made a splash earlier this year with his infectious single, "Truman", and today he's back with an explosive, experimental combination of rock and pop titled "Can I?" Between bold melody writing, gritty guitar, and tasteful vocal effects, this one takes risks without hesitation. We know how difficult it is to execute a track this unique, and Lance has certainly done so here, effectively pushing the needle in his lane. In "Can I?", Lance Redeker has shown he has what it takes...

Lance Redeker made a splash earlier this year with his infectious single, "Truman", and today he's back with an explosive, experimental combination of rock and pop titled "Can I?" Between bold melody writing, gritty guitar, and tasteful vocal effects, this one takes risks without hesitation. We know how difficult it is to execute a track this unique, and Lance has certainly done so here, effectively pushing the needle in his lane. In "Can I?", Lance Redeker has shown he has what it takes...

Born in NYC and raised between Nigeria and D.C., Stephn has been in the music scene for a few years now, releasing a project in 2019 and opening for Mac Ayres and Ari Lennox. Now, he’s just dropped his first single since 2020, “ULTRAVIOLET”, which pairs crisp drums, hypnotic guitar riffs, and a vocal that rivals most in the alt-R&B lane. Intricate production reveals new elements with each listen, perfectly complementing the emotion that Stephn conveys throughout. Stephn's clear direction...

Born in NYC and raised between Nigeria and D.C., Stephn has been in the music scene for a few years now, releasing a project in 2019 and opening for Mac Ayres and Ari Lennox. Now, he’s just dropped his first single since 2020, “ULTRAVIOLET”, which pairs crisp drums, hypnotic guitar riffs, and a vocal that rivals most in the alt-R&B lane. Intricate production reveals new elements with each listen, perfectly complementing the emotion that Stephn conveys throughout. Stephn's clear direction...

Emerging Indiana-based artist Gutter Punk has released a project every year since 2018, showcasing an impressive work ethic despite remaining seriously under the radar. His latest track, “Fighting For My Life,” is the one that really grabbed our attention. Combining finger-picked guitar melodies with hazy vocals and electronic production elements, this detailed, eclectic song gets better with each listen. We can't wait to hear what Gutter Punk has in store for next year, but for now, joi...

Emerging Indiana-based artist Gutter Punk has released a project every year since 2018, showcasing an impressive work ethic despite remaining seriously under the radar. His latest track, “Fighting For My Life,” is the one that really grabbed our attention. Combining finger-picked guitar melodies with hazy vocals and electronic production elements, this detailed, eclectic song gets better with each listen. We can't wait to hear what Gutter Punk has in store for next year, but for now, joi...

Working out of his bedroom in Arkansas, 19-year-old macky infuses his eccentric personality and humor into feel-good alt-pop tracks which, beneath the surface, reveal heartfelt writing with impressive emotional-depth. His latest single, “we don’t need no diamond rings”, is a bouncy, high-energy collaboration with bby nova about young love that transcends financial hardship. A mature evolution of macky's sound, the track envelops listeners in its vibey atmosphere, gorgeous guitar, delicat...

Working out of his bedroom in Arkansas, 19-year-old macky infuses his eccentric personality and humor into feel-good alt-pop tracks which, beneath the surface, reveal heartfelt writing with impressive emotional-depth. His latest single, “we don’t need no diamond rings”, is a bouncy, high-energy collaboration with bby nova about young love that transcends financial hardship. A mature evolution of macky's sound, the track envelops listeners in its vibey atmosphere, gorgeous guitar, delicat...

Rhode Island singer-songwriter Leggs has captured our attention with his powerful ballads that speak to the human experience. Leaving an imprint with his evocative lyrics and vulnerable vocals, Leggs’ latest single, “arms”, transforms pain into beauty. He makes the misunderstood feel understood, and not just on this track, but throughout his entire discography. Having released such a poignant, unique effort, Leggs is an artist to keep your eye on in the new year.

Rhode Island singer-songwriter Leggs has captured our attention with his powerful ballads that speak to the human experience. Leaving an imprint with his evocative lyrics and vulnerable vocals, Leggs’ latest single, “arms”, transforms pain into beauty. He makes the misunderstood feel understood, and not just on this track, but throughout his entire discography. Having released such a poignant, unique effort, Leggs is an artist to keep your eye on in the new year.

Portland-based experimental pop artist Keith Cameron captures the chaos of adolescence on Hydroplane, his introspective debut EP inspired by the messiness of growing up. Packed with distorted vocals, energetic guitar, and addictive melodies, this project has an obvious 'coming-of-age' feel to it. Through a diverse collection of tracks, Keith brings listeners on a suburban escapade, parting ways with his childhood and the hardships he faced. On perhaps the most vulnerable track, “Hyd...

Portland-based experimental pop artist Keith Cameron captures the chaos of adolescence on Hydroplane, his introspective debut EP inspired by the messiness of growing up. Packed with distorted vocals, energetic guitar, and addictive melodies, this project has an obvious 'coming-of-age' feel to it. Through a diverse collection of tracks, Keith brings listeners on a suburban escapade, parting ways with his childhood and the hardships he faced. On perhaps the most vulnerable track, “Hyd...

Few things are more special than uncovering an artist that captures your emotions effortlessly, and 19-year-old LUCA has done just that for us with his debut single, “Serotonin”. Here, the Harlem-born talent invites listeners into a story of two people figuring out what love means to them. His soulful vocals combine with syrupy, guitar-driven production to create a densely layered track that feels undeniably LUCA. This is up there with the best debuts we’ve heard in a while, and we can’t wait...

Few things are more special than uncovering an artist that captures your emotions effortlessly, and 19-year-old LUCA has done just that for us with his debut single, “Serotonin”. Here, the Harlem-born talent invites listeners into a story of two people figuring out what love means to them. His soulful vocals combine with syrupy, guitar-driven production to create a densely layered track that feels undeniably LUCA. This is up there with the best debuts we’ve heard in a while, and we can’t wait...

16-year-old namou shot onto our pages towards the end of last year with his debut, "not a summer song", and today he’s followed up with an equally profound track, “putdatfonedown”. Detailing a situation when you’re talking to someone who’s not giving you attention, this cut is relatable, fun and extremely catchy. namou's lovable personality shines through his clever songwriting, which pairs with superb production (courtesy of Jack Laboz) to result in a winner. We hope to hear more from t...

16-year-old namou shot onto our pages towards the end of last year with his debut, "not a summer song", and today he’s followed up with an equally profound track, “putdatfonedown”. Detailing a situation when you’re talking to someone who’s not giving you attention, this cut is relatable, fun and extremely catchy. namou's lovable personality shines through his clever songwriting, which pairs with superb production (courtesy of Jack Laboz) to result in a winner. We hope to hear more from t...

Olive Amun's ability to consistently deliver hit-worthy tracks is something we almost take for granted, and today, the Australian talent is raising an already-high bar with "Sell My Soul"—a catchy, precise demonstration of talent. Between a warm guitar riff, Amun's jumpy cadence, and an exceptional chorus melody, this is a unique kind of effort that not only has massive mainstream appeal, but also is clearly a cut above in quality. Amun's tone and writing prowess is special, an...

Olive Amun's ability to consistently deliver hit-worthy tracks is something we almost take for granted, and today, the Australian talent is raising an already-high bar with "Sell My Soul"—a catchy, precise demonstration of talent. Between a warm guitar riff, Amun's jumpy cadence, and an exceptional chorus melody, this is a unique kind of effort that not only has massive mainstream appeal, but also is clearly a cut above in quality. Amun's tone and writing prowess is special, an...