Aaron Powell, known as Fog Lake, captures the semi-contradictory nature of the subsurface relief that comes with undirected malcontentment with “Side Effects,” off of his upcoming album Dragonchaser. 

An anthemic experience, “Bury Me Face Down” embodies the true spirit of rock and roll – in your face, confident swagger backed up by energetic instrumentals that make you want to burn your suit and tie, stick your tongue out, and yell no matter who’s listening.

Feelings of loneliness and alienation can manifest themselves into a moving piece of music that leaves you feeling that you have gained, rather than lost something.

“Dama de Lavanda” is a cinematic experience, creating subtle imagery out of thin air, telling a story as old as time itself, and doing so in a way that is pleasing to the ears and the soul.

Drawing influences from ‘70s funk/soul music, “Redbone” is a true, captivating slow jam, a rare find in today’s music scene. 

A daydream of a song, the East Coast-based band’s free-flowing, psychedelic alternative pop sound is the musical manifestation of a smile.

Abhi the Nomad’s musical style is a product of the varied and diverse environments he’s found himself in.

“So Tired” is a winding road of psychedelic jazz-infused dream pop, taking you through varied terrains and environments.

British artist George van den Broek, known as Yellow Days, beautifully captures the emotional rebirth that one experiences when pulled out of the depths of prolonged despair.

While Tribe still clearly has some gas left in the tank, they understand that they are on their way out, and they let rap fans know that they are in good hands with the new crop of creative leaders that rule the genre.