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Unsigned Artist: Mammoth
This young instrumental trio of Musicians Institute students not only exhibits impressive individual chops, but an ability to play with controlled intensity as a unit. ... -
7.8
Unsigned Artist: Statues of Cats
These nimble Cats find ways to spice up the familiar in their funk-infused alt-rock, exhibiting a level of musicianship that makes each song a fun, ... -
8.4
Unsigned Artist: Leo Wilde
Whoa now—is that a big-ass pipe organ blazing away in Wilde’s dance-friendly “The Opposite”? Those bold, bellowing chords sure do lay a heavy foundation for ... -
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Unsigned Artist: ARMORS
Right away it’s clear that this trio have an excellent production hand guiding them—everything sounds great. Whether it’s “Aubrey” (about a fake girl obsessed with ... -
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Unsigned Artist: Andrew Adkins
Singer/songwriter Adkins has a warm, breathy appeal and he displays an abiding optimism in songs such as “Freeborn Heart,” where harmonica and banjo convey an ... -
7.6
Unsigned Artist: Rainy Day Crush
Fronted by Betsy Ade, this Wisconsin quartet has a unique, retro-modern sound (incorporating burlesque, old-timey elements) that shows potential—if the band can work out fundamental ... -
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Unsigned Artist: Stefanie Engl
Not only does this composer have superior talent and the production skills to render her themes for max impact, but she’s presented them on a ... -
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Unsigned Artist: War Baby
From Vancouver, War Baby channels the spirit of ‘90s Pacific Northwest grunge while somehow keeping their attack modern enough to avoid tribute-act territory. Their recent ... -
7.2
Unsigned Artist: The Goodnight Darlings
Fronted by Katarina Auster (“Gwen Stefani’s evil twin”) this duo’s synth-driven songs have dark, edgy overtones that at times are reminiscent of Evanescence, especially on ... -
7.4
Unsigned Artist: Nick Noro
Nothing conventional here as archly clever pop-culture maven Nick Noro has a spare-yet-effective tech-hop sound that can be sinister (“Laura Croft”), catchy and perceptive (“Zegna ...
