The fiercely independent, Idaho-raised rapper nick! channels a deeply overstimulated, restless frequency on his new EP, "GEEKED!". Born in 2006 and building a fervent following entirely without industry co-signs, he occupies an interesting lane in new-wave underground hip-hop. His music sounds precisely like the brain chemistry of an internet-raised creative processing the blinding speed of newfound success. He writes and produces melodic, hard-hitting rap...

Anna Amato: Techno's Rising Star & the Melodic Harmony of 'Call Jane' Some musicians stand out within the rich tapestry of electronic music by creating sounds that stick in the minds and hearts of their listeners forever. Anna Amato, a DJ with a background in both Italy and Germany, is one of these up-and-coming stars. Her continuous growth as an artist is on full display with...