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.

In a global music landscape saturated with genres, crossovers, and reinventions, it’s rare to encounter an artist who forges a sound that feels both rooted and revolutionary. Mawj, whose name means wave in Arabic, is one of those rare creators. Born in Sweden, raised in Jordan, and carrying deep Iraqi heritage, he stands at the intersection of cultures, and his music reflects that multiplicity with striking clarity. He calls his artistic path Mesopotamian Rock, not as a styli

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.

Ross Stewart’s debut EP Purpose arrives as both a personal statement and a bold introduction to his artistic identity. Across five tracks, Stewart blends Blues, Rock, Soul, Americana, and Country into a collection that is diverse yet cohesive. Each song offers something distinct, rocking guitars, heartfelt ballads, poetic lyricism, yet together they form a unified portrait of an artist stepping into his voice with confidence and sincerity.

Rock music has never truly left—but every now and then, a new band comes along that reminds us of why we fell in love with it in the first place. The debut EP, Vice Market by Captain Mantis, does exactly that. Produced by Latin Grammy-nominated Paco Lazo and Andrés Lavalle in Monterrey, Mexico, the four-track release is a celebration of rock's diverse heritage—revisited with love, energy, and technical finesse.

Explore Jakub Poćwiardowski & Lili’s The Dark Side of the Mole, a concept album blending prog rock, classical, and ambient into an unforgettable soundscape.

In an age where playlists are flooded with algorithm-tailored tracks and momentary hooks, Niro Knox stands defiant. His music doesn't just echo the golden era of hard rock—it reignites it with a spirit that’s raw, emotionally charged, and unapologetically real. Listening to Niro Knox is like rediscovering what made rock matter in the first place.

Sleep Infinity, the latest release from EM_LEN, is a collection of eight creative and meticulously crafted tracks

Aredia takes listeners on a sonic journey into a realm of fantasy with their album Tales from Aredia. This instrumental EP blends classical,

The three-act operatic mega-album by The Residents is a masterpiece—a meticulously composed work that merges orchestral grandeur with metal’

Based in Paraná, Argentina, El Poder de la Infancia is a collective that merges post-rock, jazz, electronica, Argentine folklore, and visual

The Argentine music scene has always been fertile ground for experimentation and genre-blending, and El Poder de la Infancia—translated as T

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

Here we go... The War On Drugs - Pain.

"Live Symphony Orchestra" by Reaven is a symphonic rock masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of conventional music albums.

Alex Izraev's album is an artistic marvel that transcends conventional boundaries, offering listeners an unparalleled auditory experience.

With Crystal (Кристалл), the band Giallo presents a digital album that dives deep into the emotional fractures of the human condition. Known for their unique fusion of trip-hop, dream-pop, and experimental rock, Giallo expands their palette with cinematic soundscapes, sharp contrasts, and ethereal female vocals. The result is an intimate yet expansive journey through fear, imbalance, and the fragile beauty of resilience.

Here are my picks for the ten most influential pieces of music after the invention of music notation as its form that we use today.