As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers—and this year, they’re arriving with a surge of new music, tours, and festivals. From standout releases and international live dates to a dense calendar of events across Austria and beyond, the coming weeks … read more »
Hello, 2026! A new year brings fresh momentum, and January sees Austrian artists stepping into new terrain with a strong slate of releases alongside an active run of international live dates. From new albums, EP’s and singles to tours, showcases, and festival … read more »
You don’t have to be controversial to see: The really exciting waves in pop, indie and even rap have mostly come from female artists in recent years – a statement that applies to the international music world, as well as to our … read more »
The FM4 Soundpark is a web-platform, community, and radio show for Austrian musicians. Every month, one act is selected to be highlighted both online and on air. The FM4 Soundpark Act of the Month. February’s FM4 Soundpark Act comes with driving drums, wrenching … read more »
Somehow you’re having a kind of parallel universe in your head this summer. You take your distanced Sunday walk through the park, listen to music on headphones and then suddenly think: “Oh, ACTUALLY I would be in the city X at the … read more »
“Four dilettantes with a knack for hooks” is written on their FACEBOOK page. Fans of 90’s sound and 60’s vibe love their music. On the single “Coming After Me” the Viennese band BAITS picks up four chords, spits blood and knows that … read more »
BAITS oscillate between punk energy, pop instinct, and the sweaty charm of the ’90s – raw, melodic, and always a little unpredictable, driven by rough edges placed with intent. With tracks like “Sleep with You” and “Take Me Out” they haven’t just … read more »
Following an unprecedented number of international applications from thousands of promising artists over the course of 2019, the Innovation Network of European Showcases (INES) has now announced the full list of nominated artists for its trailblazing INES#Talent Programme. Each INES#festival has selected … read more »