A new voice is reshaping the Middle Eastern alternative scene: Mawj, an Iraqi artist whose project Mesopotamian Rock is rapidly gaining attention for its rare blend of cultural depth and contemporary edge. Born in Sweden, raised in Jordan, and rooted in Iraq, Mawj now works between Antalya and The Hague—turning a life across borders into a musical identity that refuses to stand still.

With Dreamscapes, music producer Vindu invites listeners into a gentle world where ambient soundscapes and lo-fi warmth merge into something deeply personal. Released via Nettwerk, this five-track EP marks a fresh chapter in his evolving musical journey, one that reflects both creative renewal and emotional growth.

Imagine sitting in a quiet café on an autumn evening, a cup of something warm in your hands, soft light spilling across the window, and rain tracing slow patterns on the glass. The soundtrack to that moment could easily be Autumnal, the new EP by Dry (the project of Stamford-based artist Cole Park).

Hooked on Rewind is a short but emotionally potent journey through heartbreak, decadence, and renewal. Across six songs, Lacey Lune turns the language of love into both confession and theatre, a cycle of losing, remembering, and rediscovering oneself.

As a bookworm, sometimes I like to read a collection of short stories instead of tackling a thick novel. With Inner Compass, we are witnessing a similar experience, a collection of short stories by Andreas Wolff, told not through words but through sound. Each piece is a self-contained narrative, yet together they form a continuous emotional journey. Composed over six years, these twelve piano works feel like fragments of a personal diary, moments of joy, longing, peace, an

Nick Andrea’s Ve*hic*u*lar is a revival of old-school rock, deeply infused with jazz, blues, and even country. Across this six-track EP, Andrea blends genres effortlessly, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and strikingly modern, with a soulful vocal style. Each track feels cinematic, almost like it could underscore a scene in a Tarantino film, gritty, evocative, and full of character.

On 5 September 2025 as part of the Fringe Festival, Tallinn will host the Estonian premiere of Divine Sonata, a large-scale piano work by composer and pianist Arashk Azizi, inspired by Dante Alighieri’s timeless masterpiece, the Divine Comedy. The concert takes place at Süda saal, Eesti Teatri- ja Muusikamuuseum at 18:00, where the composer himself will perform.

When a composer like Lauré Lussier releases a new work, one does not approach it lightly. His previous compositions, haunting, intricate, often cinematic, have already established him as a contemporary voice who blurs the lines between orchestration, sound design, and storytelling. Driftsways by Lussier takes another bold step forward. This two-part electroacoustic work, comprised of “Themes & Variations” and “Rondo,” is less a collection of pieces than it is a sonic architec

When we think of contemporary classical music, our minds often immediately jump to Western orchestral or electronic instrumentation—or experimental textures made from unconventional sounds. But in the event of Iranian Music Evening at Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia, the concert centered around a traditional Iranian instrument and gave us a compelling example of contemporary classical expression with deep cultural roots.

African music has long been a wellspring of rhythmic innovation, spiritual depth, and communal storytelling. Its polyrhythmic structures, call-and-response vocals, and layered percussion have profoundly influenced global genres—from jazz to funk, and from Afrobeat to contemporary electronic music. This rich tapestry of sound and meaning forms the foundation upon which Colombian multi-instrumentalist Jaime Ospina builds his latest album, The Vessel.

Jazz meets rock, and Out of the Darkness emerges as a bold, genre-defying statement from the brilliant singer and musician Stephanie Bettman. This album presents a collection of 14 original tracks that blend folk, pop, rock, jazz, and Latin influences with fearless creativity and emotional depth. More than just a stylistic experiment, it’s a testament to Bettman’s evolution as an artist—one who dares to push boundaries while staying true to the soul of her storytelling.

When I first encountered the music of Lauré Lussier, I wasn’t prepared for how deeply it would stir me. There’s a palpable breath in his compositions—something alive, something not imposed but revealed, unearthed. Though I sensed the subtle hand of minimalism, what truly captivated me was how seamlessly he integrates orchestral language with natural and synthetic soundscapes. His works don’t simply use sound—they become it.

Eyes Like Torches at the Gate features two solo guitar pieces by the Polish composer and guitarist Ratyński. The music is striking, expressive, and rhythmically intricate. I was especially drawn to the way different rhythmic patterns emerge and evolve, adding depth and emotional resonance to each piece.

I’ve always been drawn to the idea that consciousness isn’t a privilege reserved for humans. What if everything—objects, places, even the air between us—has its own form of awareness? It may be beyond our comprehension, but it’s a poetic and powerful notion. This idea is called panpsychism, and it’s the perfect name for Test Patterns’ latest album.

Pierre Boulez reshaped contemporary classical music through both composition and conducting.

Pontea is a remarkable musician who channels her life’s energy into her voice and hands, crafting healing musical notes.

The string quartet is one of the most significant ensembles in musical history, actively shaping various genres since its emergence in the 1

Just for Kicks is a collection of wordless poetry brought to life by Adam Edgemont and his electric guitar. From the very first note, it’s c

Born from the sounds of nature—rain falling softly, distant thunder rumbling—KALEIIDO's latest EP, Part of Nature, is an evocative journey i

Soshiant, also known as DJ Soshiant, is an Iranian electronic musician, DJ, and multi-instrumentalist with a distinctive flair for blending