? Groover is a platform designed to connect independent musicians directly with industry professionals ( like bloggers, playlist curators, radio stations, and label representatives) who can give honest, actionable feedback on new music. Unlike traditional submission methods that often leave artists in the dark, Groover offers a transparent system where every track receives attention, helping emerging artists grow their audience and refine their craft. In this roundup, we highlight some of the standout tracks and artists recently discovered on Groover, showcasing a mix of fresh sounds, creative voices, and promising talent that deserves to be heard. ?
Jbryan – Summer Nights
“Summer Nights” is a vibrant single that perfectly captures the spirit of carefree summer evenings. From the opening notes, the track immerses listeners in a soft, nostalgic soundscape, with driving guitars and energetic rhythms that give it the feel of a punk-rock anthem. The interplay between the two vocalists adds depth and warmth, enhancing the sense of freedom and playful joy that defines the song.
Jbryan, a self-taught musician who began writing songs during COVID, brings a natural sense of creativity and relatability to his music. Originally from the Midwest and now based in Florida, he blends heartfelt lyrics with fun, laid-back melodies that resonate with a wide range of listeners. “Summer Nights” balances the thrill of the present with the bittersweet nostalgia of looking back, creating a track that is both immediately engaging and enduringly memorable. It’s a song that invites you to sing along, smile, and reminisce about those fleeting moments that define summer.
Zicon Skyeband – Mountain of Love
“Mountain Of Love” is an evocative track that blends expansive alt-rock instrumentation with deeply personal lyrics, delivering one of Zicon Skyeband’s most polished and radio-ready releases to date. The song immediately hooks the listener with catchy melodies and earworm-worthy lines, all while remaining emotionally resonant. Guitar lines and punchy percussion are perfectly balanced, allowing the melody to carry the weight of the lyrics, and dynamic shifts between introspective verses and soaring choruses create tension and release that mirrors the song’s thematic highs and lows.
The production emphasizes clarity and depth, highlighting the band’s ability to merge indie sensibilities with alt-rock grandeur. Lyrically, the track is a journey through the complexities of love, capturing both the exhilaration and vulnerability of emotional connection. “Mountain Of Love” stands out not just for its craftsmanship, but for its emotional resonance, making it a memorable addition to Zicon Skyeband’s growing catalog.
Zicon Skyeband is more than just a band; they’re a global creative family, with members from California, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Ireland, Florida, and Nicaragua, united by a shared passion for music and connection. Their vision is simple yet profound: make amazing music, have fun, connect with friends worldwide, and spread positivity. With a sound that spans Rock, Americana, Country, and Blues, they craft songs that are energetic, heartfelt, and deeply human.
danXkim – First Love Feels
“First Love Feels” is a bright, feel-good pop track that perfectly captures the rush and excitement of falling in love for the first time. The song opens with pensive curiosity, featuring crisp, intimate vocals over a gentle melodic backdrop, as if the artist is discovering love in real time. As the track progresses, layers of drums and rhythmic energy build, transforming the reflective opening into an exhilarating, high-energy celebration of connection and joy.
The production balances emotional authenticity with mainstream appeal, allowing listeners to experience the butterflies, tentative hope, and eventual exhilaration that define those early stages of love. Its irresistible charm and danceable soundscape make it equally suited for streaming playlists, radio rotation, or driving with the sunset ahead. Featuring Petra X, “First Love Feels” is a tender-to-unstoppable anthem that radiates warmth, joy, and the timeless thrill of first love. It really is pure, uplifting pop at its finest.
Hot Rock Ricky – Confession
Multi-faceted artist Hot Rock Ricky is back with “Confessions,” a raw, unfiltered track that thrives in its imperfections, delivering a chaotic, human energy that’s impossible to ignore.
Built from distorted 808s, glitch-heavy production, and vocals that swing between hushed vulnerability and aggressive spoken word, the song feels like a diary opened in the middle of a 3 a.m. warehouse rave. Hot Rock Ricky fuses alt-trap grit with punk energy and the shadowy pulse of underground club music, creating a sound that is both messy and meticulously expressive.
There’s a tension throughout the track, swagger on one side, collapse on the other, that pulls listeners in and refuses to let go. The bass rattles, the glitches scrape, and Ricky’s delivery cuts straight to the bone, capturing the rawness of chaotic nights and brutally honest self-reflection. “Confession” isn’t background music; it’s a stop-what-you’re-doing-and-feel kind of track, perfect for playlists that celebrate indie energy, boundary-pushing alt rap, and underground grit. This is a statement piece that showcases Hot Rock Ricky’s growing catalogue of brutally real songs that hit where it hurts while still making you move.
Gabriël Noerens Trio – With Love
“With Love” is a captivating exploration of contemporary jazz, bridging the rich traditions of the genre with a modern, innovative approach. Featuring Belgian pianist and composer Jef Neve, the track highlights the trio’s growing artistic chemistry: three young musicians from diverse backgrounds who met at Codarts, the University of the Arts in Rotterdam, and discovered common ground in their shared love for jazz.
The song unfolds like a cinematic journey, balancing reflective passages with bursts of exhilarating energy. Neve’s piano flows with both precision and emotion, intertwining seamlessly with Gabriël Noerens’ melodic guidance and the dynamic interplay of the rhythm section. Guitar lines weave lyrical sophistication, while the rhythm section provides both grounding and freedom, creating a fluid dialogue where each instrument alternately leads and supports. The production is clean and transparent, allowing listeners to feel fully immersed, as if seated in the middle of an intimate live performance.
“With Love” honors jazz’s heritage while pushing its boundaries, blending heartfelt artistry with a distinctly contemporary nuance. The collaboration with Jef Neve adds richness and depth, amplifying the emotive core of the track with moments of delicate intimacy and vibrant energy. The trio’s interplay speaks of mutual respect and deep understanding, cultivated through years of collaboration and experimentation. For both jazz enthusiasts and new listeners, “With Love” is a masterful, immersive experience, an invitation into the evolving sound world of the Gabriël Noerens Trio.
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