Love Ghost, headquartered in Los Angeles, has a dazzling brightness that makes them stand out in the wide expanse that is the world of music. This independent group has swiftly carved out a space for themselves, causing tremors not just in the heart of Los Angeles but also throughout the globe. This is demonstrated by their breathtaking performance at Germany's legendary Rockpalast festival, where they shared...

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...