Artist Spotlight
The 10 Most Underrated Music Artists Who Deserve More Recognition in 2025
While it’s easy to overlook a certain singer/songwriter in an industry often dominated by mainstream acts, so much incredible talent gets trapped in the underground. Today, we decided to share the 10 Most Underrated Music Artists Who Deserve More Recognition in 2025. As we look to the new year of 2025, here are a few artists who should get so much more than they have now regarding sound, lyricism, and artistry.
Catherine Jeanne-D’Arc
An ethereal melange of Shadowy melodies and deeply poetic lyrics, Catherine Jeanne-D’Arc is an indie-folk artist to watch. Notes: The ethereal sound you heard in the late 2000s 10s was anchored by a hauntingly beautiful voice whose songs magically evoked emotion and atmospheric music in the same swoop. Check out this article: Catherine Jeanne-D’Arc Flips the Script with Bold Brash “Not Demure”
KINNA MONE
Kinney Mone’s powerful vocals and songwriting offer a refreshing blend of R&B, soul, and contemporary pop. Her emotive delivery, with an almost-shouted accompaniment and silky production, could make her a one to watch as we head into 2025 and she makes more strides carving out her sound in the music industry. Check out this article: KINNA MONE returns with a Perfect Balance Between Passion and Depth in “LOVE/LUST”
Bird
A mysterious artist who goes by Bird, her sound blends folk, alternative, and electronic components. Folk singer-songwriter Andrew Bird brings something a little different to the mix: A wispier, dreamier sound with some deeply poignant lyrics and a sense that he has a story to tell through music, and it’s one you’ll want to hear. Check out this article: Bird releases an emotionally charged single with “Daddy.”
With her sultry voice and retro-inspired pop sound, Lily Lane blazes a trail away from the pack. She melds vintage sensibilities with contemporary production, weaves infectious melodies, and deserves to be in much more regular rotation. Check out this article: Lily Lane delivers strength with emotionally charged anthem “Cry Baby.”
Michael Isaak
Despite being a singer-songwriter, Michael Isaak is a talented performer and fiercely authentic on stage. His acoustic sound, with shades of folk in its structure and delivery, is far more deserving of a larger audience than, say, Bon Iver or Ben Howard have in contemporary music. Check out this article: [Premiere] Michael Isaak Peels Back the Layers in “Say Too Much.”
Alas de Liona
Alas de Liona delivers the ethereal, almost otherworldly quality found in some indie music. Her music is lush and cinematic, and her lyrics are poetic, creating immersive listening environments that transport listeners into the world of her sonic creations. Check out this article: Alas de Liona releases a new single, ‘For Forever’
Shara Strand
A vocalist who should be getting more love, Shara Strand’s voice effortlessly blends pop, soul, and jazz influences. Her signature emotive vocals and complex lyrics have created a unique sound that stands out in modern music. Check out this article: Shara Strand delivers a soul-stirring ballad with her recent single “Anthem.”
Piper Connolly
The folk-pop melodies and earnest lyricism of Piper Connolly’s music reflect raw human emotion in a way that resonates deeply with listeners. With her vulnerability and talent for storytelling, Ms. Whitney is an artist worthy of breaking into mainstream success. Check out this article: Piper Connolly ignites reflection with fierce new single “warning”
Mona Lissa Chanda
Toronto-based singer Mona Lissa Chanda serves up a breath of alternative and neo-soul, her voice fluttering from feather light to righteous thunder. With introspective lyrics and a genre-blending sound, she’s an artist to watch in 2025. Check out this article: Mona Lissa Chanda breaks free with a soulful song of self liberation, ‘Professional Victim’
Sam Ostler
With smooth vocals and touching ballads, Sam Ostler is a hidden jewel of the music industry. For the life of him, give this man a bigger platform in your coming years; his ability to write songs that are both personal and broadly relatable should earn him one. Check out this article: Sam Ostler delivers an anthem for life’s most meaningful moments with the new release, “World To Me.”
These 10 musicians exemplify a new way of listening to music in a world of commercial tunes that seem everywhere. Their unique voices and compelling artistry make them more than deserving of a broader audience in 2025.
Artist Spotlight
Okonski shifts gears with new release “Flying”
Okonski’s new single, “Flying,” the second track in a series of new songs, is a slow, deliberate exhale that shows a small but important change in the trio’s sound. They are now open to working with others while still keeping their introspective core.
Okonski invites Cochemea to join for the first time, making the group larger than its three-piece base. This makes the change from trio to quartet smooth, with Cochemea’s tenor saxophone not just being an extra part but also a living, breathing part of the group’s identity. His lines come and go in the arrangement, never overpowering it, always making it better, like the wind catching a sail at just the right time.
“Flying” fits with the band’s already established thoughtful, meditative mood, giving space to act as its own instrument. Cochemea’s playing in that space feels almost spiritual, gently leading the listener deeper into the piece’s emotional undercurrent.
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Album Review
The Vlade delivers the sound of a quiet survival with “It Could Be Better” (album)
“It Could Be Better” sounds like a late-night confession, honest, very human, and raw. It’s the official release of The Vlade, a 14-song rock album clocking in at over 50 minutes. The band glides effortlessly between slamming rock songs and bare-bones ballads, building a soundscape grounded in emotional honesty.
The title track, “It Could Be Better,” embraces imperfections while remaining steadfast. That thread connects the pointed and emotionally muscular “How Can You Sleep,” which lingers, to a song like “Falling for You,” which goes all in on openness with melodic honesty. “Standing Alone” and “Destiny” challenge you to look at yourself, take moments of solitude, and question things. “Hope” offers a subtle emotional lift without disrupting the album’s feel.
“Don’t Even Try to Live That Way” has a feel that complements the warmth of “My Dear Friend,” a song about loyalty and connection. “So We’ll Go No More a-Roving” and “The Old Man” both reflect on the passage of time and the burden of memory. “I’m Still Here,” a high-quality song about resilience, and “Walk On” maintain that momentum, urging you to keep going.
The alternate version of “Falling for You” casts the song in a new emotional light, while “Van Gogh’s Dream” ends the album on a contemplative, artistic imprint that lingers long. “It Could Be Better” is primarily about periods of loneliness, fleeting warmth, friendship, and small victories that go unseen. It’s an album for people who have felt trapped, made the moves they needed to make anyway, and who still believe in something better.
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