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Don West

Written by Amy on February 17, 2026.

Drawing inspiration from legends like Marvin Gaye and Curtis Mayfield, as well as contemporary artists such as Jalen Ngonda and Thee Sacred Souls, DON WEST brings a fresh yet timeless sound to modern soul. His debut EP, released in November 2024, introduced key tracks like ‘Small Change’ and ‘Friends’, both earning international acclaim. Building on that momentum, DON WEST kicked off 2025 with the release of singles ‘Send It Back’, ‘Julia’ & ‘Give Me All Your Love’ – a bold statement of what’s to come. After returning from his sold out European debut tour, he set his sights on...

Buffalo Traffic Jam

Written by Amy on December 10, 2025.

United by a love for storytelling and the raw beauty of acoustic sound, they began crafting music that evokes wide-open landscapes and the emotions that live quietly beneath the surface of everyday life. The result was a self-titled debut EP followed by singles “Rescue Me” and “Forgot Your Roots,” the latter of which saw the band gain their first bit of online momentum, leading to explosive growth in the past 3 months. Their newest release, the Take Me Home EP, marks a defining moment in Buffalo Traffic Jam’s evolution—showcasing a deeper, more expansive sound while staying grounded in the...

BIIRD

Written by Amy on November 12, 2025.

Bringing the trad session vibe from the corner of a pub to a global audience, their energy is unmatched. This is a sisterhood born out of a shared passion for keeping the tradition of Irish music alive, giving it a new look and keeping it on its toes. When they’re performing together, a magic flows between them, and that mix of skill and sorcery make them incomparable. After appearing on the Late Late Show in February 2025 BIIRD went on to sell out every show on their debut Irish & UK tour, including their upgraded show at Vicar St… all before even releasing any music. BIIRD...

Remy Bond

Written by Amy on November 10, 2025.

Remy Bond creates timeless pop anthems steeped in nostalgia and cinematic allure. Blending vintage aesthetics with contemporary lyricism, her music invites listeners into a world where the golden age of Hollywood meets modern-day sensibilities. Her breakout single, “Summer Song,” launched her into the spotlight, amassing over 25 million streams to date and still growing and over 300,000 social media creates. The track’s extreme success on TikTok propelled it to #2 on the Viral 50 USA Spotify charts before finally landing her the prestigious #1 spot on Spotify’s...