October 2025

2 CONTENTS The Global Sound Underground Bands You Should Know In 2025 Streetwear Goes Global How Local Culture Shapes Fashion Trends Icons Who Inspired Global Musicians That Changed the Game Walls That Talk Street Art as Global Storytelling Fit For the Stage How Musicians Worldwide Stay Tour-Ready What Is the American Dream Today by Rich Taylor Coaching Geoff Tate The Voice, Vision, and the Final Chapter The Future Hustle Startups Changing Everyday Life in 2025 04 06 14 16 20 26 28 10 Around the World in 8 Bites Food Trends Taking Over 2025 08 When Tech Meets Tracks How AI is Changing Music Creation Globally 22 The Nightlife Report Top Live Music Cities to Visit This Year 18 Passion vs. Paycheck The Reality of Being A Creative Today 30