IDA THE YOUNG (Czech Republic) moves between fragile introspection and soaring distortion. Led by singer-songwriter and producer Iris Hobson-Mazur, the band blends elements of folk, shoegaze, and lo-fi electronics, creating a sound that feels both handcrafted and cinematic. Their debut album Tell Me When You Pass The Sun, released in November 2025 on the Czech DIY label Korobushka, is a delicate piece of work that balances fragility with intensity.
“A folky singer-songwriter core that’s wrapped in an ever-changing musical crust that morphs from indie to electronica and beyond.”
Sára Prostějovská, ALTERecho
DOGVIOLET fuse post-punk grit, gothic atmosphere and folk-tinged melody into something intriguing and hard to look away from. Inspired by the natural world, botanical imagery is woven through their lyrics exploring social injustice, familial challenges and sapphic desire, set against dark sonic hues that feel both polished and raw. Lush, evocative vocals move through layered guitar textures and gradual builds, showcasing Dogviolet’s ability to strike a captivating balance of power and vulnerability.
Invited to support Heartworms at Village Underground, The Wedding Present at O2 Institute Birmingham, and L.A. Witch and Whitelands at MOTH Club, Dogviolet are building serious momentum. With support from Radio X’s John Kennedy and coverage from Atwood Magazine and Louder Than War, their debut EP Wilting is the sound of Dogviolet pushing into new sonic territory – bigger, more distorted and unafraid. As one fan put it, “If John Peel were alive and broadcasting, this band would be touring the country by now.”
KAZIMI are a Manchester-based band fusing electronic textures, odd-time
grooves and live improvisation into one continuous, dancefloor-focused
set. Two singles released to date, Storming Jupiter and Mauve Coconut, with
more releases in the pipeline.
