1. The Earth & All Within
Blending the grandiosity of arena rock with the refinement of orchestral music, Philadelphia artist, The Earth & All Within, introduces a bold new take on the genre with his self-titled debut album, The Earth & All Within. Described as a “Millennial Rock Opera,” the project pushes boundaries both musically and conceptually. Tracked at Milkboy the Studio in Philadelphia and Gradwell House Recording in New Jersey, the album showcases lush string arrangements performed by the Philadelphia String Quartet—whose members bring experience touring with acts like Trans-Siberian Orchestra—woven seamlessly into James Ellis’s gritty, guitar-centric compositions. Influenced by modern rock titans such as Foo Fighters, Green Day, and Radiohead, the album offers a cinematic sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly ambitious. With The Earth & All Within, Ellis carves out a distinctive voice, bridging the worlds of classical finesse and rock intensity.
2. Fallin’ Astronauts
Vienna’s rising indie-pop duo Fallin’ Astronauts are poised for a breakthrough with their captivating new single ‘Higher’ and subsequent EP. The track offers a stunning mix of lush guitar work, cinematic atmosphere, and heartfelt lyricism — the first glimpse into their debut EP, MONO, set to release this October. Drawing inspiration from acts like Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, “Higher” floats effortlessly between emotional depth and uplifting energy. With MONO, vocalist Maximilian Hamedinger and guitarist Emil Breit embrace raw minimalism, aiming to create something deeply personal and sonically bold. “It’s about stripping back the noise to find something real,” they explain. Classically trained and creatively fearless, the duo have already made waves across Europe and Asia — including features in Illustrate, Plastic, and a live performance on South Korea’s TBS eFM. Fallin’ Astronauts are ready for liftoff.
3. D3lta
With over a million streams under his belt, airplay on BBC Radio 2, and a memorable set at SXSW 2024, D3lta is carving out a place of his own in the music scene. This year, he’s taken the stage alongside JC Stewart and headlined tours throughout both the U.K. and Greece, further establishing his reputation for electric live performances. Looking ahead, D3lta is preparing for a busy stretch, including new tour dates and the release of his latest single, ‘Kids’, set to drop this autumn. All of this builds toward his most ambitious project yet: a full-length album slated for 2026, packed with anthemic choruses, raw emotion, and his signature alt-pop flair.
4. My Life As A Moth
The project that would become My Life As A Moth emerged during 2020, sparked by a quiet moment when a pale moth landed on a dormant piano, breaking a spell of creative silence. Based in London, the genre-blending artist soon unveiled her first album, Miss Queenie’s Jamboree—a release praised by BBC Radio 6 and Absolute Radio for its vivid, surreal style. Now working alongside Keir Adamson and Ellie Mason (of Voka Gentle), she has completed a second album, recorded in a makeshift studio in a shed. Due for release next April, it reimagines her beginnings through a bold and experimental lens.
5. Electron
Breaking away from a landscape crowded with trends and imitation, London-based band Electron are forging a sound that refuses to be boxed in. Their latest release, “You Betray,” is a fierce and unfiltered expression of emotional unrest. It’s aggressive, vulnerable, and entirely unapologetic. Fusing the sharp intensity of metalcore with the rawness of post-grunge, “You Betray” carries a heavy emotional weight, but rather than being consumed by it, the band transforms it into something defiantly alive. The lyrics tackle themes of alienation, fractured identity, and the exhausting pursuit of self-acceptance. Rather than offering easy answers, the song sits in the discomfort and makes something honest out of it. Already gaining attention from tastemakers such as Kerrang!, BraveWords, and Notion, Electron stand apart by leaning into the uncomfortable. “You Betray” is now streaming everywhere.
6. Honeybadger
Blending elements of punk, grunge, and indie rock with unapologetic energy, Brighton-based trio Honeybadger are quickly becoming a standout force in the UK rock circuit. Comprised of siblings Eddy (vocals/guitar) and Joe Widdows (drums), along with bassist Luca Brett-Smith, the band has built a reputation for their gritty, high-octane sound. Their music has already caught the attention of major tastemakers, with support from BBC Introducing and BBC Live Lounge, and placements on prominent playlists including Spotify’s Fresh Finds Rock and Shockwave, as well as Apple Music’s New in Rock and New in Punk. After the release of their self-titled EP in 2024, Honeybadger are making waves again with fresh singles like “Too Slow” and “Gonna Break,” with “Kill Switch” due out in October — all building momentum for a packed 2026 tour schedule.
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