Created in late 2024, the “Submitted For Your Approval” playlist series has been featuring music sent to us directly via social media and email submission, showcasing the untapped and ever-growing community of the true independent musician. This is the 8th edition of the playlist. If you missed any of the previous editions of this series, you could catch up on our newly updated Submitted For Your Approval Page. The music featured on these playlists have been submitted to us personally, either through our social media pages or via our Music Submission Page on the website.
If you are new to Expand Your Playlist, welcome! Our mission is to help you, the music fan and listener, to open your eyes and ears to music that is not widely played and featured on mainstream media. We are here to introduce you to musicians from various genres and walks of life that may not get the airplay and attention they deserve. Like always, we are always here to help you Expand your Playlist!
SUBMITTED FOR YOUR SEPTEMBER
Curated by Ed Gomez
This playlist marks the start of “SFYA September,” showcasing musicians who generously shared their music with us. Now, we’re sharing their tracks with you throughout September 2025 in a 4-playlist takeover of Expand Your Playlist. With so many submissions, it might even spill over into October!
The goal of this playlist series is to introduce you to new sounds and talented musicians who are either just starting out or waiting for their big break. While this platform will never be famous for launching careers, we’d be thrilled to be the starting point.
Welcome to “Submitted For Your Approval”!
We hope you not only enjoy the music we selected for this playlist but that you enjoy our new format in which we are presenting these songs to you as you scroll below. If you have any questions or if you would like to submit music to be on a future EYP playlist, message us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X) @eyplaylist or email us at expandyourplaylist@yahoo.com.
PLAYLIST: SUBMITTED FOR YOUR APPROVAL #8
Spotify – Instagram – Facebook – Twitter – Threads
10 Songs – 32 minutes, 23 seconds
Genres: Indie, Pop, Rock, Folk, R&B, Electronic, Alt, Indie Rap, Beats
PLAYLIST BREAKDOWN
NEW TO EYP
EYP STAPLE ARTISTS
This denotes first time Bands & Artists.
This denotes artists who have been featured on EYP for more than 10 times.
WAY MORE SO
“Yeah, Yeah, You’re Right”
@waymoreso
NEW TO EYP
Way More So is a Alternative- Pop Punk trio from London (UK). Influenced by early 00’s Pop Punk / Post Hardcore bands such as Blink 182, Box Car Racer, Alkaline Trio and many more.
They formed Way More So in London (UK) in late 2023 and took their name from the combination of the meanings of “Way More” and “More So”. They are an emerging band whose debut single, “Yeah, Yeah, You’re Right!”, has started making waves in the indie scene. The track was released alongside an official music video, which showcases the group’s playful, high-energy style and knack for catchy hooks.
TALK IN WAVES
“You’re My Drug”
@talkinwaves
PREVIOUSLY FEATURED SONGS
“Wake The Dawn” (2020)
“It’s You” (2020)
“Sleep” (2020)
“Like You Do” (2024)
“Feels Right” (2025)
“Dopamine Dreams” (2025)
Talk In Waves is an indie/alternative music project based in Northern Virginia, led by singer‑songwriter Jake Mimikos. Formed in 2015, it began as Jake’s personal creative outlet and has evolved through various line‑ups, though it often functions as a solo project.
Their 2025 album “Medicine for the Apocalypse” is described as a “soundtrack for surviving modern chaos” — written during a breakup and set against the backdrop of global uncertainty. It mixes shimmering synths and indie‑pop hooks with heavier lyrical themes, offering catharsis rather than despair.
WOMEN WHO WORK
“H0t Secrets”
@womenwhoworkband
NEW TO EYP
Women Who Work is a NYC-based who’s debut single “H0t Secrets” wraps a naive narrator’s secret romance in retro-pop gloss. With playful lyrics, it explores the thrill and tension of hidden relationships for all the wrong (and right) reasons. H0t Secrets is a confident anthem for anyone who’s ever been kept in the dark—and decided to own it anyway.
MAX WILL
“Time of Reaction”
@mwrockstar
NEW TO EYP
Max Will is an independent singer‑songwriter and multi‑instrumentalist whose work leans toward an acoustic, folk‑rock, and singer‑songwriter style. He’s known for crafting songs that are stripped‑back yet emotionally resonant, often featuring just his voice and guitar, with occasional layered instrumentation for depth. His releases tend to carry a raw, intimate quality — the kind you’d expect from an artist who records and performs much of his own material.
Released in 2024, “Time of Reaction” is a warm, organic acoustic arrangement that puts the focus on lyrical storytelling and vocal delivery. The song has a reflective, almost conversational tone, with subtle dynamics that build emotional weight without overproduction.
HYPERBEAM
“A Step (Off a Cliff) In the Right Direction”
@hyperbeam.music
NEW TO EYP
Hyperbeam is an alternative/EDM-influenced artist from Portland, Oregon. His music often blends emotionally charged alternative rock energy with electronic textures, anime and videogame-inspired sounds, and a flair for dramatic, tongue‑in‑cheek song titles. He’s released a steady stream of singles and collaborations, ranging from introspective ballads to high‑energy remixes, under the label Seriously Salty Media.
Hyperbeam’s work often plays with contrasts — upbeat instrumentals paired with darker or more self‑aware lyrical ideas — and “A Step (Off a Cliff) in the Right Direction“ fits neatly into that ethos.
STICKY&TOMATY
“Aura Maxx”
@stickytomaty
NEW TO EYP
Sticky&Tomaty is a Tokyo-based alternative music project launched in January 2025 by Sota Goto — a one-person creative force who writes, composes, sings, produces, and even designs all the visual art. This is their song “Aura Maxx”.
Their style blends alternative rock with touches of grunge, electronic, dreampop, and ambient, creating a dreamy yet emotionally charged atmosphere. A big part of their identity is the fusion of music with character animation of Tomaty — a floating red tomato character and, Sticky — a green, gooey character. These visuals are tied to Goto’s self-described art movement Reverism, which blurs the line between dream and reality.
STEVEY D
“Get Lost”
@steveyd111
NEW TO EYP
Stevey D is an independent musician whose work spans multiple styles, from heartfelt acoustic folk storytelling to more recent ventures into electronic and dance music. While much of his earlier catalog leans into down‑home, narrative‑driven songwriting, his 2025 single “Get Lost” marks a shift toward a high‑energy, club‑ready sound.
DUDE, CHILL w/ BESSIE
“Euphoria”
@dudechillisaband – @bessie.music
NEW TO EYP
“EUPHORIA” is a 2024 single by indie band Dude, Chill, featuring vocalist BESSIE. It’s a sleek, atmospheric track that blends the band’s laid‑back indie sensibilities with a smooth, R&B‑tinged groove.
“EUPHORIA” shows the band’s knack for pairing relatable, heartfelt songwriting with polished yet organic production. The addition of BESSIE’s vocals adds a soulful counterpoint to their signature indie sound, making it one of their more collaborative and textured releases.
PAULA GARCIA
“7VIDAS”
@paulagarcia.8 – linktr.ee/paulagarciaaa
PREVIOUSLY FEATURED SONGS
“Too Much” (2025)
Paula García’s “7VIDAS” is a sultry, R&B/Soul-infused track that showcases her smooth vocal delivery over a warm, groove-driven arrangement. Released in 2025, the song blends modern soul textures with subtle Latin rhythmic influences, creating an intimate yet expansive soundscape.
Paula Garcia made her debut on EYP in 2025 with her single “Too Much”, which has been featured in various playlist within the EYP umbrella. She returns with this band new single, “7Vidas”.
CONZEMIUS
“You”
@conzemius_music
NEW TO EYP
Conzemius (Jill Conzemius) is a rising singer-songwriter known for crafting dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes that blend ethereal tones with emotional storytelling. Her music often balances calm serenity with subtle rhythmic energy, creating an immersive listening experience. Her debut single “You” has been described as a lush, chill soundscape that invites listeners into a reflective, almost dreamlike space.
She made her official debut with the EP “Of The Water” in August 2025. The project draws inspiration from the nature of water—ever-changing, flowing, and capable of both soothing and surging with emotion.
About her song, Conzemius says. “You is an indie dream pop track that captures the emotional intensity of falling in love with Autumn scenery. Lush, ethereal vocals and atmospheric instrumentals create a serene, cinematic and downtempo soundscape.”
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SUBMITTED FOR YOUR APPROVAL: VOL. 1 – #5 (2024 – 2025)
SUBMITTED FOR YOUR APPROVAL: VOL. 1 – #4 (2024 – 2025)
SUBMITTED FOR YOUR APPROVAL: VOL. 1 – #3 (2024 – 2025)
SUBMITTED FOR YOUR APPROVAL – VOLUME ONE (2024 – 2025)
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If you are a musician or in a band, or you represent a band and would like us to feature their music on a future playlist of Expand Your Playlist, simply just send us a message on social media, we are on Twitter (X), Instagram, Threads, and Facebook under @eyplaylist, or E-Mail us at expandyourplaylist@yahoo.com. Please include a link to the music, preferably on Spotify. All other formats and links are also accepted.
Hello everyone! I’m Ed from Expand Your Playlist. Join me as I navigate the vast online world and music algorithms in search of fresh tunes. Nine years into this quest, I’m dedicated to discovering underplayed artists, independent talents, and new tracks that deserve airtime. My goal is to Expand My Playlist without charging for inclusion or excluding based on follower count. Our playlists are more than just a collection of songs for views, likes, or streams. They are thoughtfully compiled on Spotify and through our blog posts, offering you, the listener, an exceptional playlist experience to uncover new music and, in turn, Expand Your Playlist!
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Ed Gomez
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