Navigating the vast expanse of the EDM realm, there emerges a name echoing with the promise of fresh rhythms and compelling storytelling: Impact Mat. Originating from the picturesque town of Leuven in Belgium, Mateusz Blommaert, who we now fervently recognize as Impact Mat, has crafted a niche that masterfully blends heart-tugging lyrics with infectious beats. A musical prodigy, Impact Mat's journey commenced with the soulful blares...

North Star Union has released "Echoes of decay", a slice of melodic heavy metal that feels less like a standard studio tracking and more like something dug out of the permafrost. There is a curious quality to Icelandic composer Myrmann’s work here; because he handles all the instrumentation and composition himself at Midgard Studio, the track possesses a singular, frighteningly cohesive nervous system. It...