HYPERSPACE: Best Discoveries of the Week – Episode Ninety-Six
Hey Space Travellers, we are back again with a new edition of your beloved format. We are also extremely near to our goal which is 100 of course. Thank you as always for all your support, today is like the other weeks, full of incredible music from the Outer Space. Get ready for it.
Let’s hit that Speedlight!
RICHARD TYLER EPPERSON – “Dream”
Richard Tyler Epperson brings us his latest single called “Dream”, and it’s a straight-up vibe you guys can’t resist! This track is the first taste of his upcoming album “Fragmented Night” and it’s got all the feels: with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, “Dream” takes you on a journey where dreams and reality blur. The lush harmonies and his blend of acoustic and electric elements create an ethereal sound that’s chill and powerful at the same time. This tune is a reflection on finding meaning in life’s chaos, and it’s got that perfect mix of haunting yet hopeful energy. If you’re into music that makes you think and feel, this one’s gonna stick with you, that’s for sure!
LAB RAT – “Exit Path”
Every time we have the occasion, we very easily praise new artists coming from Oceania. This time Australia’s turn, represented by Lab Rat. Seriously, his latest track is incredibly catchy and it is called Exit Path. If you love both rap and grunge music, we are pretty sure you found your new music obsession. Following global trends brought by projects like Artemas or Joey Valence and Brae, LAB RAT adds that Australian punk attitude to the mix, and shares with us a blood track like this. The Australian scene is incredibly unique, and the distorted tones and unique vocal style of Lab Rat really creates something peculiar in the genre, thanks also to the rap parts. LAB RAT!! Don’t forget this name!!
CARL LIUNGMAN – “Change”
We are excited to present you Carl Liungman and his new album “CHANGE”, a powerful collection of piano pieces that dives into deep emotions and transitions. Each of the nine tracks reflects his journey through loss, new beginnings, and the emotional rollercoaster of watching his parents age while the world around him shifts dramatically. The melodies are pure and heartfelt, recorded live on a Steinway grand piano, which gives each note an authentic, unique and rich sound.
Carl fuses classical virtuosity with New Age vibes, creating a space where old-school elegance meets modern atmosphere. His music is raw yet hopeful: it’s not just about the pain of change but also the beauty and love that come with it.
PORK PIE – “Golden Leaf Sheets”
We are now introducing Pork Pie with their latest album “Golden Leaf Sheets” which features a wild mix of garage rock, blues, and trippy psychedelia, all sprinkled with some funky brass for good measure. The album kicks off with a bang: gritty, in-your-face guitar riffs and hard-hitting beats that’ll have you vibin’ from the get-go. The brass and Hammond organ smooth out the rough edges, keeping it slick while still delivering that punch.
From there, it’s a wild ride through high-octane rock and spaced-out psych grooves. They’ve nailed that perfect balance between gritty, old-school rock and laid-back, psychedelic feels. This album is one hell of a journey, whether you’re headbanging to the riffs or getting lost in the psychedelic swirls, it’s all about catching those good vibes. Total fire, front to back!
SAMANTHA RAE – “The High Road”
Hope you guys are ready for the latest album of Samantha Rae, you can rest assured that’s a total vibe! This pop-country gem called “The High Road”, hits all the right notes with a mix of catchy, feel-good anthems and heartfelt ballads. Samantha’s powerful vocals are front and center, kicking off strong with “Taking Me Down”—a track full of groove and swagger that’ll have you two-stepping right away!
“Pinocchio” switches things up, adding a moody twist with some serious attitude, while “Back To You” brings in those infectious, feel-good vibes that’ll have you hitting repeat. The album wraps up with “Time,” a reflective, laid-back closer that shows off her emotional range.
With flawless production, killer harmonies, and some of Nashville’s finest backing her up, Samantha’s crafted a modern country sound that you guys cannot miss!
MONRAD – “Caught up”
“Caught Up” nails that vibe of feeling totally fried and just needing to dip out for a while: this is Monrad’s latest track, and his vocals melt right into a flawless groove, laid out by those reverb-heavy guitars and a steady beat that’s super easy to vibe with. The sound’s got this cool mash-up of surf rock, dark alt-rock, and some dreamy layers that give it a cinematic edge.
The lyrics hit on the grind of juggling work, family, and everything in between, how it all builds up till you’re just craving a way out. You can hear Monrad’s frustration in his deep tone as he talks about wanting to just leave it all behind: a killer track that totally gets the struggle we all feel sometimes.
ARELLE TONES – “Move 2”
Arelle Tones is definitely dropping a fresh vibe with his new single “Move 2” featuring Ty-Klass. With roots in Nigeria and a background that spans across Aurora and Denver, Arelle’s sound blends his diverse influences into one incredibly smooth groove: a track that has all the ingredients of an end-of-summer hit, including catchy lyrics, a wavy beat, and a hook that sticks in your head for a while!
Ty-Klass’s vocals bring the track to the next level, making it the perfect tune for when you need a good vibe. Arelle’s knack for crafting memorable hooks is clear here, and his cross-genre style is extremely flawless, this track is definitely going into loop mode for quite some time!
THE MUSTARD – “Illusion”
We are now flying to England to meet with an incredible project that goes under the name of The Mustard. Today we are showcasing their single Illusion, and we loved how the sound design was curated on this track. The whole tune has some vintage classic rock vibes that we really loved. At times the guitars and bassline reminded us of U2 and the vocal line and singer have a style which is completely is own. That’s a feature that really makes a band stand out, and we are so happy to say that’s the case. If you are into some rock vibes, that’s your next jam.
AR DA DON 100 – “Don’t Move”
It is now time to teleport to one of the most influential cities in the United States. Of course we are talking about Atlanta, and today we have AR Da Don 100 with us. Here we gonna listen to his track Don’t Move. MAN!! What a tune. The vibes reminded us of the early Denzel Curry tunes, but this music is on a different level. Vocals are very energetic and extremely peculiar. We do feel this artist is already incredibly recognizable and with an already honed style that is making him stand out from the competition. The beat is also killer, with some hard trap/metal trap vibes that we loved. Go listen to this track instantly.
LOUISE GAINS – “Robots (A.I. MAIDEN)”
Okay guys, let’s be honest and admit this. AI is the future, and not only this. AI is the present we’re a bit afraid to admit. This track helps us embrace this new evolution, with an incredibly catchy theme. Here we have Lousie Gains with the release Robots (A.I. MAIDEN), and maaan, this track is incredibly catchy. We felt instantly hooked by the bassline, and the rhythmic section is the key instrument on this track that will make your bum move. The piano parts are typical of the electronic tracks that you would listen to during a happy hour on a beach in Ibiza. And that’s the vibes we love, the track has some incredible vocals that are hard to resist. We are surrendering to AI we are afraid, and playing this track out loud.
Mercurius – “Rifle”
Let’s go back to the United Kingdom to meet with a new rock project you absolutely need to listen to. We are talking about Mercurius who recently released the track Rifle. Instantly, we felt this track has many inspirations, the most obvious one from the start is the reggae rock music. Indeed the main rhythmic theme is given by the very well-produced guitar, which as an incredible tone and carries the weight of the track. The drum is very groovy and keeps a reggaeton rhythm which make the track extremely danceable. The glue is definitely the hard rock vibes infused by the vocals and guitar solos on the track. Definitely an eclectic tune that shouldn’t be missed out.
ZAROONI – “GOT ME”
For this last track, we’re flying to Dubai. We will meet with an incredible new project called Zarooni. We really loved the new track released called Got Me. This starts with a hypnotic and slightly melancholic guitar arpeggio. Then the vocals enter in the mix, adding some more mystery to the track. However, the track transforms and brings more instruments to the mix. We found the middle section of the track very charming and psychedelic, with some Pink Floyd influences that we really loved. Again in the third part of the track, everything opens up and the tune becomes extremely uplifting, forget the melancholy, and open yourself to an energetic flow of musical potency. This track is an orchestral masterpiece, don’t ignore it.
