Music Submitted For You Approval.
Welcome to the 13th edition of the Submitted For Your Approval playlist, where independent artists take center stage on our platform and where your next favorite song is waiting to be discovered!
This playlist series is all about giving a voice to the musicians who deserve to be heard—the ones creating incredible music outside the mainstream spotlight. Every track in this collection has been personally submitted by artists from around the globe, and each one has earned its place through pure talent, passion, and authenticity.
No algorithms. No gatekeepers. No pay-to-play schemes. Just genuine music discovery, curated with care and an infectious love for independent artistry.
Whether you’re tired of hearing the same recycled hits on the radio or you’re an artist yourself looking for inspiration, Submitted For Your Approval is your gateway to the underground sounds that major labels are sleeping on. From unsigned bedroom producers to small indie label gems, these are the musicians building something real—and we’re here to champion every single one of them. Click Here To Submit Your Music!
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ST OSHUN
“I Do”
@st.oshun
stoshun.com
St Oshun is the powerhouse duo of Porsche Carmon and C‑Dub, artists known for blending pop, dance, and retro influences into what they call “Hi Frequency Connective Pop.” Their style has been compared to a fusion of Beyoncé’s soulful power and The Weeknd’s atmospheric pop.“I Do” is one of St Oshun’s signature tracks—an emotional, glossy pop single that reflects both their sonic identity and their personal journey.
LXVELESS ft. KIANA
“Token”
@1lxveless
LXVELESS is a rapper and singer from Winchester, Virginia, signed to 81 Records & Twin Loopz Studios. His background is rooted in early musical experimentation—he began making music around age seven and grew more serious in middle school. His style blends melodic rap, emotive delivery, and introspective themes, often centering on personal struggle, ambition, and relationships.
“Token” is one of LXVELESS’s standout tracks, pairing his melodic rap style with Kiana’s soft, airy vocal tone. The song is distributed by DistroKid and produced under Twin Loopz, with credits listing both artists prominently.
EL MARCOS
“The Gift Of The Curse”
@thedrinkerstable
El Marcos is an emerging hip‑hop artist whose track “The Gift of the Curse” has drawn attention for its emotional honesty, minimal production, and focus on mental‑health storytelling. The song has been covered by multiple indie‑music blogs, giving us a clear picture of his artistic identity and the meaning behind the tracks. Thanks to El Marcos for his submission of his song to us.
SHANE GRAY
“Radar”
@shanegray.official
Shane Gray is a modern country artist from Fort Smith, Arkansas, emerging with a polished, atmospheric sound that blends contemporary Nashville production with rugged Americana influences. His music has been gaining traction through a steady run of singles released between 2023 and 2025, positioning him as a rising voice in the new wave of emotionally driven country.
“Radar” is a modern country track released in 2024 that blends polished Nashville production with a moody, late‑night emotional tone. The song sits within his Down & Out Club era, a project that positions him as a rising voice in contemporary country with a cinematic, slightly gritty edge.
FRANCESCA TARANTINO
“Spider On The Wall”
@francescatmusic
Francesca Tarantino is a rising singer‑songwriter and multi‑instrumentalist known for her pop‑rock edge, guitar‑forward arrangements, and DIY creative control. Her catalog includes tracks like “Hold On To Me,” “Truth Cannot Hide,” “My Runaway,” and “Tragedy,” all of which highlight her blend of modern pop sensibilities with classic rock energy.
Her Song “Spider on the Wall” is a sharp, guitar‑driven pop‑rock track released in 2025, written and performed by Tarantino herself. It showcases her signature blend of youthful intensity, rock attitude, and emotionally direct storytelling. The song appears in her official lyric video (located below) and streaming listings, where she is credited as the writer, keyboardist, electric guitarist, and producer, underscoring her identity as a fully hands‑on musician.
MY MANIFESTO
“Promise To Keep”
@curemyfaith
mymanifesto.bandcamp.com
My Manifesto is a darkwave/coldwave project rooted in Pennsylvania, blending icy ’80s‑inspired synth textures with post‑punk melancholy and a distinctly underground aesthetic. Their music sits comfortably in the modern darkwave revival—minimalist, brooding, and emotionally restrained in a way that feels like a rediscovered cassette from 1984. Their single “Promise To Keep” sits right at the center of their cold, atmospheric aesthetic. The track appears in their Complete Catalog (2022–2025) collection and was officially released on January 22, 2026.
STICKY&TOMATY
“Mite Hoshii”
@stickytomaty
Sticky&Tomaty is a Japanese indie project built around a fusion of alternative rock, shoegaze, hyperpop, electronic textures, and character‑driven visual art, all created by a single artist: Sota Goto. Their 2026 single “Mite Hoshii” (見てほしい) is one of the clearest expressions of that world—dreamy, emotional, and wrapped in a surreal aesthetic that blends music and animation. Sticky&Tomaty is described as a band, but it’s essentially a one‑person multimedia universe. Sota Goto writes, composes, sings, produces, and even creates the artwork and animated characters that define the project
BETWEEN DAZE
“Burn For You RMX”
@between_daze
Between Daze is an alternative rock group associated with the Baltimore scene, blending punk edge, alt‑rock hooks, and emotive lyricism. Their releases appear across Bandcamp, SoundCloud, and streaming platforms,
“Burn For You” was released January 28, 2026, the remix is a refreshed version of a previous Between Daze track—one the band says they “fell back in love with” and wanted to reinterpret with new sonic twists.
IMPOLITE SOCIETY
“Coming Home”
@impolitesocietyband
impolitesociety1.bandcamp.com
Impolite Society are a genre‑bending rock band from Pennsylvania whose sound blends the grit of classic rock, the fire of punk and pop‑punk, the soul of blues, and the heaviness of hard rock and metal. They formed in 2023 in Berks County / Morgantown, PA, and have quickly built a reputation for raw, loud, emotionally charged rock built on real‑life storytelling.
“Coming Home” is a 2026 release that showcases the band’s melodic rock sensibility, emotional tone, and polished independent production. The track appears across major platforms—including YouTube, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
LOS FRANKIES
“I’m On Drugs”
@losfrankies
losfrankies.bandcamp.com
Los Frankies center around Frankie A. Salazar and Frankie B. Clarke, both fixtures in the LA rock world. Clarke is already known for her work leading Frankie and The Studs, a band that has opened for acts like the B‑52’s, The Struts, and Billie Joe Armstrong’s The Longshot. Her move into Los Frankies continues that glam‑punk lineage with even more grit and attitude. They make their debut on EYP with their punk track, “I’m On Drugs”.
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