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...

A plethora of names may spring to mind when you think of the active indie music scene in Los Angeles. Nevertheless, Edie Yvonne, who is just 14 years old, is a force to be reckoned with among those. Edie's latest single, "Queen Bee," showcases a maturity and originality beyond her years. Edie did more than simply lend her voice to the song "Queen Bee," which was...