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!

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SUBMITTED FOR YOUR SEPTEMBER

Curated by Ed Gomez

This playlist continues with “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”!

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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.

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PLAYLIST: SUBMITTED FOR YOUR APPROVAL #9
Spotify – Instagram – Facebook – Twitter – Threads
10 Songs – 35 minutes, 32 seconds
Genres: Indie, Pop, Rock, Folk, Electronic, Alt, Indie Rock

PLAYLIST BREAKDOWN

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LUCKYANDLOVE
“I Am Human”
@luckyandloveband

PREVIOUSLY FEATURED SONGS
“Sexy” (2015)
“Venus” (2015)
“Digging In The Earth” (2017)
“Full Moon” (2017)
“Telekinesis” (2020)

Since 2105, LUCKYANDLOVE had graciously appeared on our playlist and podcast episodes early on with their song “Sexy”. Ten years later they return with new music in 2025 with “Lonely at Night” and our selection for this playlist. “I Am Human”.

LUCKYANDLOVE is a Los Angeles-based synthwave duo known for blending darkwave, dreamwave, and electro-punk into a moody, cinematic soundscape. The band consists of Loren Luck – drums, synthesizers, and production wizardry and April Love – vocals, Moog and Juno synths, multi-synth pedal instrumentation.

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FCF
“Trapped In Another Reality”
@fcf_world

NEW TO EYP

FCF is an emerging electronic artist whose track “Trapped in Another Reality” (often referred to as “Trapped in Reality”) dropped on November 11, 2024. The song is a moody, synth-driven piece that blends ambient textures with introspective lyrics, exploring themes of disconnection, digital overload, and existential drift.

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ZKIN
“Temptation”
@zkintheband

NEW TO EYP

ZKIN is an emerging pop band that’s starting to make waves with their emotionally resonant music. One of their standout tracks is “Temptation”, a song that dives deep into the ache of longing and the bittersweet pull of desire.

“Temptation” explores the feeling of wanting to be close to someone who feels just out of reach. It’s about sensing their presence in a room without actually seeing them—an emotional tension between connection and impossibility. The lyrics and tone evoke a haunting vulnerability, making it relatable for anyone who’s ever yearned for something they couldn’t quite have.

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BROKËNN JUKEBOX
“In My Bëd”
@brokenn_jukebox

NEW TO EYP

BROKËNN JUKEBOX is a genre-blending music project that leans into emotional storytelling and atmospheric production. Their name—stylized with a fractured aesthetic—hints at their sonic identity: raw, introspective, and just a little off-kilter in the best way. They mix elements of electronic pop, ambient textures, and lyrical vulnerability. Think dreamy synths, moody beats, and lyrics that explore love, loss, and existential reflection. Their tracks often feel like late-night confessions wrapped in cinematic soundscapes.

Their 2025 release “In My Bëd” is a moody, emotionally charged track that captures the tension between escapism and intimacy. “In My Bëd” paints a vivid picture of two people retreating from a chaotic world, choosing to find solace in each other.

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UBU feat. FRENQ
“Over”
@ubuvitepertrinca

NEW TO EYP

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REGIFTER
“Done”
@regifter.official

NEW TO EYP

REGIFTER is the solo endeavor of Nikola, a Croatian primary school teacher and self-taught musician. What makes REGIFTER stand out is its 100% DIY ethos—Nikola writes, performs, records, mixes, and masters everything himself from his tiny home studio. His music blends introspective lyrics, spiritual themes, and raw indie rock textures.

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BRANDON BING
“AWAYSTEAD”
@brandonbingmusic

NEW TO EYP

Brandon Bing is a rising force in the alt-country scene, known for his gritty storytelling, Southern swagger, and unapologetic authenticity. His latest single, “AWAYSTEAD”, is more than just a song—it’s a declaration of emotional survival and rebellion, wrapped in a thunderous blend of country and hard rock.

Released in May 2025, “AWAYSTEAD” is co-written with Noah Gibbings and published by Dirty Bird South Muzik. The title is a clever twist on “homestead”—but also a play on “a-wasted,” hinting at the song’s themes of heartbreak, drinking, and emotional escape.

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GHOST OF YOU
“Heartbreak Creepin”
@ghostofyou_official

NEW TO EYP

Ghost Of You is a high-octane rock band emerging from Atlanta’s legendary music scene, blending the raw energy of 90s alternative, the swagger of 80s metal, and the soul of 70s classic rock. Their debut single, “Heartbreak Creepin”, dropped in 2022 and instantly made waves for its unapologetic grit and emotional punch.

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THE SIRENS
“Satisfied”
@the_sirens_song

NEW TO EYP

The Sirens are a Texas-based folk-rock duo making waves with their emotionally rich songwriting and minimalist production style. Their latest single, “Satisfied,” is a standout track from their upcoming EP Making Waves, and it’s already resonating with fans for its raw vulnerability and haunting harmonies.

“Satisfied” is a quiet storm of introspection. Built on a gentle guitar foundation, the song explores the emotional fatigue of unbalanced relationships—when one person gives more than they receive. The Sirens use lush vocal harmonies and stripped-down instrumentation to create a sense of learned resignation, tinged with hopeful yearning

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STUBAI
“Voyager”
@stubaimusic

Stubai is a rising solo project by musician Matt T., blending introspective songwriting with gritty, genre-bending production. His debut EP, Voyager, is a four-track journey through emotional landscapes, cosmic imagery, and raw indie rock textures.

“Voyager” is the title track of Stubai’s debut EP and sets the tone for the entire project. It’s a progressive emo-rock anthem that draws inspiration from the legendary NASA Voyager probes—those silent messengers drifting beyond our solar system. The song pairs thick distortion with wistful melodies, evoking a sense of isolation, exploration, and longing.

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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!

Thank You and Enjoy!
Ed Gomez
Expand Your Playlist Creator