Unheard Gems Team
“Blind” - PEPTALK | Review
In the luminous interstices between alternative RnB and indie pop, PEPTALK constructs a sonic geography of emotional entrapment and...
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Reviews
Here are our opinions on some amazing new releases.
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 262 min read
“Fakin’ It” - April Jai | Review
April Jai: "Fakin' It" - A Sonic Cartography of Unspoken Desires In the intricate topography of alt-pop, April Jai emerges as a...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 152 min read
The Buzz by Drew Hersch
‘The Buzz’ by Drew Hersch is, for lack of better words, completely nauseating– in the most incredible way. Vulnerable does not even begin...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 152 min read
“cruel” by Just Min | REVIEW
“Cruel” is a 2-minute folk indie song full of acoustics and healed pain. The first 20 seconds set a simple, relaxing tone. The guitar and...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 152 min read
"Come Straight To Me" - Lontalius |Review
In his latest release "Come Straight To Me," New Zealand's Lontalius continues to perfect his signature blend of brooding alt-pop and...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 142 min read
"This Fall" by Ella Jinks: Where Vintage Warmth Meets Modern Vulnerability
In an era where bedroom pop and digital production often dominate the indie landscape, Ella Jinks' "This Fall" arrives like a warm...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 71 min read
"Midnight Cowboys" - Anti Atlas |Review
"Midnight Cowboys" sees the electronic/ambient pop duo Anti Atlas continuing to push the boundaries of their atmospheric, cinematic...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 71 min read
"Never Loved Somebody" - Kylie Rothfield | Review
As a girl who only found her worth in a relationship for a long time, “Never Loved Somebody” really called me out. The dreamy, light...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 72 min read
“Detached” by Estella Dawn | REVIEW
Estella Dawn is back with another track for 2024. Her newly released song “Detached” will have you rethinking breakups. She released the...
Unheard Gems Team
Nov 71 min read
Miss My Flight - Yana Rose |Review
"Miss My Flight" is a bouncy, singer-songwriter track from indie-pop artist Yana Rose that blends pop sensibilities with a touch of vocal...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 181 min read
“You watch me break” - brooke | Review
Brooke's "you watch me break," produced by Zone Diem, is a synth-pop gem that pushes the boundaries of Gen-Z electronic music. This...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 181 min read
Julian - Estella Dawn | Review
Estella Dawn is back again with her seventh single of the year “Julian”. Released on September 27th, Estella has us in our feelings once...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 171 min read
"15" Will Conn | Review
Will Conn captures the feeling of nostalgia perfectly in “15”. The main line of the chorus, “Take me back to 15”, hit me hard as someone...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 171 min read
"The Same" by BABO Baby | Review
My top delights are vocals, guitar, bass and drums. Not that surprising considering this is a music blog. However, the way BABO Baby...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 172 min read
Fast One by Madisyn Gifford | Review
Do you know when someone you like uses you for a situationship and just ghosts you? Because “Fast One” is your thoughts and perspective...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 171 min read
"City Boys x Pretty Girls" - haunter | Review
"City Boys x Pretty Girls" by haunter is the perfect track for anyone tired of fake online personas and the realities of interacting with...
Unheard Gems Team
Oct 173 min read
Sanaz’s debut EP “Chapters” holds an empowering story of evolution and self-discovery
Iranian singer-songwriter Sanaz released her anticipated debut EP " Chapters " on October 10th, 2024. The six-track EP showcases Sanaz's...
Unheard Gems Team
Sep 252 min read
"Fight With Me" - Dani Stocksdale | Review
There is nothing quite like angelic vocals, violins and guitar. Dani Stockdale gives us all of that and incredibly vulnerable lyrics in...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 292 min read
EMiDORA's "i think i've drowned": A Turbulent Electro-Pop Journey
In her latest single "i think i've drowned," EMiDORA plunges listeners into a whirlpool of electro-pop brilliance, showcasing her unique...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 292 min read
"Body Bag" by Caroline Romano: A Raw Anthem of Youth and Disillusionment
At just 22, Nashville-based Caroline Romano continues to prove herself as a formidable force in the indie pop-rock scene with her latest...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 292 min read
"go(RILLA)" by Claire Brooks: A Late Summer Psychedelic Groove
Claire Brooks' latest single "go(RILLA)" is a sonic cocktail that perfectly captures the essence of a late summer heat wave. This track...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 291 min read
Fake Promises - Callen | Review
Callen is a singer-songwriter, artist & producer based in Nashville Tennessee. His third single of 2024 “Fake Promises” releases August...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 291 min read
308 Bowery - Johnny Murrell | Review
Johnny Murrell is back with his second single of 2024 “308 Bowery”. The opening track off his forthcoming album, “Nevertheless,...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 292 min read
High Road by Orlando Hotopf | REVIEW
“High Road” is a song that helps you find your inner peace. From the soft acoustics and hard bass drum to the cursive/muffled vocals,...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 291 min read
"Restless" - Alanna Matty | Review
I’m convinced that Alanna Matty looked straight into my brain to write “Restless”. With absolutely gorgeous vocals and simple guitar...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 292 min read
"Dream Girl" - Kacey Fifield | Review
“Dream Girl” is a people pleaser’s anthem. Kacey Fifeld elegantly describes the way that when our confidence is shot, like many women who...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 291 min read
“Something In The Water” by Navah Sea | Review
“Something In The Water” by Navah Sea is the sound of sitting down with a cup of chai and figuring out your life. The instrumentals are...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 163 min read
Lila Holler's "Not Mad" Spins a Dreamy Folk-Pop Tale of First Love
Rising indie-pop darling Lila Holler is set to release her latest single, "Not Mad," on August 16th. This sunny slice of indie-pop bliss...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 82 min read
EAT MY ACID - EMM | Review
EMM is back with her seventh release this year “EAT MY ACID”. For those of you who don’t know EMM she is a powerful singer-songwriter,...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 82 min read
Figure It Out - Eden Rain | Review
Eden Rain is back with her fourth single of the year “Figure It Out”. Eden states “I see this song as the ultimate drunken night out...
Unheard Gems Team
Aug 81 min read
"GIRL'S GIRL" April Jai | Review
If you told me “GIRL’S GIRL” was a track on BRAT, I would probably believe you. From the catchy, infectious beat to lyrics that made my...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 312 min read
KALEO Electrifies Los Angeles with Two Sold-Out Shows
Last Thursday, KALEO kicked off the first of their two sold out nights in Los Angeles, captivating the crowd with their infectious...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 301 min read
“Good News” - Noak Hellsing | Review
As the focus track on Noak Hellsing's second EP, "SHIFT," "Good News" radiates the infectious energy of an upbeat, fast-paced indie rock...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 301 min read
“Fall Apart” - Tanja | Review
“Fall Apart” by Tanja is a deeply emotional track that resonates with those who have experienced the struggles of love and loss. The...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 302 min read
“Where Is the Water” - Anna Curreen | Review
“Where Is the Water” by Anna Curreen is the gold standard for a moody and melancholic pop song. It is quite a slow burn regarding sonic...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 301 min read
"Thistles" - Really Nice | Review
Really Nice transcends genre in their most recent release, “Thistles”. The track begins with Bon Iver-esque harmonies before...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 301 min read
"backlash" - Leoblu | Review
Less is more, and “backlash” proves that. The track begins with a simple, murky bassline and is paired with equally simple vocals. The...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 152 min read
“Moonlight” - Marc E Bassy | Review
Marc E Bassy's latest single "Moonlight" is a vibrant, summer-soaked anthem that showcases the artist's knack for crafting infectious pop...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 111 min read
“Dying Light'' - Vilhelm Buchaus | Review
In "Dying Light," Vilhelm Buchaus reflects on the fleeting nature of dreams and the yearning to break free from routine. His verses...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 111 min read
Overkill- Tessa Dalton | Review
Tessa Dalton’s ‘Overkill’ walks the line between hyperpop and pop princess, and it walks that line flawlessly. With an exhilarating beat...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 112 min read
"Plenty of Ways" - Lyves | Review
Lyves’ "Plenty of Ways" is a profound exploration of love, trust, and vulnerability set against an ethereal alt-pop backdrop. Through...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 112 min read
"Seventeen" - Madisyn Gifford | Review
Madisyn Gifford’s "Seventeen" unfolds like a poignant introspection wrapped in the delicate folds of alt-pop. Hailing from Vancouver,...
Unheard Gems Team
Jul 111 min read
“Plastic” - Sasha & The Bear | Review
Sasha & The Bear's latest offering, "Plastic," is a captivating blend of indie folk and indietronica that delves deep into the human...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 281 min read
I Cant Lie- Fachy | Review
FACHY’s newest release, ‘I Can’t Lie,’ opens with what might just be the most beautiful guitar riff of all time. Leaning into a...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 282 min read
"Sorry for Myself" - Tom Boy | Review
Tom Boy’s “Sorry for Myself” starts with a rush, flooding your ears with a droning chord before some guitar strumming comes in. It...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 282 min read
"I Am Awake" - Bess Atwell | Review
On May 24, 2024, Bess Atwell released her latest album ‘Light Sleeper’, which includes the track “I Am Awake”. The song starts with a bit...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 282 min read
“I Keep Changing” - Tessa Dalton | Review
“I Keep Changing” is a callback to your emo-phase or desire to change because you’re unsatisfied with your current self. After releasing...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 282 min read
“Nights” - Jide Kuti | Review
“Nights” is a chill ballad with lyrics telling the thoughts of a hopeless romantic. The song resonates with those who struggle to have...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 281 min read
"The Man" - Maxwell Rose |Review
maxwell rose wishes he could be “The Man” he wants to be in this reflective track. Starting out with a simple guitar, he sings about his...
Unheard Gems Team
Jun 281 min read
"Lungs" - Ruti |Review
Ruti is a singer-songwriter from the UK. They gained fame as winner of The Voice UK in 2018. Their song, Lungs, released on May 22, 2024...
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