Ambient Jazz Ensemble: Orchestral London Jazz and cinematic grooves. For fans of Matthew Halsall and GoGo Penguin.
Ben Burgess: A powerhouse Dallas songwriter with cuts for Morgan Wallen and Lil Wayne.
Dave Sitek: The sonic architect behind TV On The Radio and Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
David Baron: Legendary producer (The Lumineers, Lenny Kravitz) exploring Modern Classical and rare Modular Synths.
The iconic voice of "I Love You Always Forever," now crafting intimate new pop textures.
Fiona Glenn: Haunting Indie Folk and pristine vocals. If you love Lana Del Rey or Birdy, listen to this.
Kevin Kadish: Grammy-nominated hitmaker (Meghan Trainor) bringing Nashville craft to the Here & Now roster.
Lettie: Eccentric Avant-Pop and storytelling. A musical lineage tracing back to Kate Bush and Regina Spektor.
Lomea: Modern Classical landscapes and textural Electronica. Recommended for listeners of Nils Frahm.
Rojaz: Alt-Pop confessionals and "Sad Songs" for the late-night hours. Vibe: Billie Eilish / Clairo.
Simi Stone: Woodstock violinist and vocalist, former member of The New Pornographers, who recorded with Natalie Merchant and David Byrne.
Simon Boswell: BAFTA-nominated composer and producer. From architecting the 90s cyberpunk soundscapes of Hackers and Hardware to defining Italian Giallo horror, Boswell remains a genre-defying force in electronic music.
Dark Synthwave and Industrial textures from the producer known for work with Trent Reznor.
Dreamy Indie Pop and neon-lit Synth Pop. Think The Japanese House meets MUNA.
Will Bryant: Soulful keys and vocals from the Catskills scene. Touring member of The Donald Fagen Band.
Here & Now Recordings Roster | Top London Jazz, Indie Pop & Synthwave Artists
A curated collection of cinematic soundscapes, from the smoky clubs of London Jazz to the neon horizons of Synthwave and Indie Pop. Featuring established icons and breaking talent, Here & Now Recordings is the definitive home for Music for Film, TV, and Video Games, delivering emotional storytelling and audiophile production.
David Baron
Producer / Composer / Modular Synth Pioneer
The platinum-selling producer of The Lumineers and Jade Bird, and the virtuoso musician/arranger behind Lenny Kravitz, Lana Del Rey, and Meghan Trainor.
David Baron combines vintage modular synthesizers with classical orchestration to create massive, cinematic textures. His work defines the "Woodstock Sound"—organic, timeless, and sonically pristine.
Fans Also Like: Ryuichi Sakamoto, Hans Zimmer, Johann Johannsson.
Dave Sitek
Producer / Multi-Instrumentalist / Indie Icon
The visionary founder of TV On The Radio and the defining producer of the modern "Brooklyn Sound." Dave Sitek is the creative force behind seminal albums for Yeah Yeah Yeahs (It's Blitz!), Santigold, Foals, and Weezer.
Known for his fearless experimentalism and genre-bending production, Sitek brings a raw, art-pop edge to the label. A true innovator who bridges the gap between Indie Rock, Funk, and Electronic textures.
Fans Also Like: LCD Soundsystem, The Strokes, Arcade Fire, St. Vincent, Massive Attack.
Solari
Indie Pop / Dream Pop / Synth
Ethereal vocals meet neon-soaked synthesizers. Solari creates "Sad Banger" anthems that channel the emotional depth of Indie Pop with the gloss of 80s nostalgia. A sound designed for heartbreak on the dancefloor.
Fans Also Like: The Japanese House, MUNA, Beach House, CHVRCHES.
Ambient Jazz Ensemble
Cinematic Jazz / Orchestral Soul
Led by composer Colin Baldry, AJE blends the discipline of orchestral arrangement with the freedom of London Jazz. A journey through widescreen soundscapes, featuring soaring strings, breakbeats, and soulful brass. Perfect for late-night listening and film scores.
Fans Also Like: The Cinematic Orchestra, Portico Quartet, Matthew Halsall, Hidden Orchestra.
Sinclair 808
Dark Synthwave / Industrial / Electronica
A masterclass in analog grit and digital precision. Sinclair 808 (collaborator with Trent Reznor) crafts heavy, industrial landscapes and driving Synthwave rhythms. This is the sound of a dystopian future, rendered in high-fidelity audio.
Fans Also Like: Carpenter Brut, Kavinsky, Nine Inch Nails, Gunship.
Donna Lewis
Pop Icon / Singer-Songwriter
The global star behind the multi-platinum hit "I Love You Always Forever." Donna Lewis returns with a sophisticated, atmospheric pop sound, collaborating with David Baron to create intimate, breathtaking recordings that redefine her legacy.
Fans Also Like: Dido, The Corrs, Sophie B. Hawkins, Natalie Merchant.
Kevin Kadish
Grammy-Nominated Producer / Songwriter
A heavyweight of the music industry and the pen behind Meghan Trainor's "All About That Bass." Kevin Kadish brings Nashville-level songwriting craft and Grammy-nominated production values to the roster.
Fans Also Like: Jason Mraz, Colbie Caillat, Meghan Trainor.
Simon Boswell
Cult Film Composer / Electronic Pioneer
The visionary sonic architect behind the definitive 90s cyberpunk soundtracks Hardware and Hackers, and the mastermind producer who birthed the iconic bassline sampled in "Block Rockin' Beats." Boswell seamlessly fuses post-punk electronica, Giallo synth-horror, and classical orchestration, collaborating with auteur directors like Alejandro Jodorowsky and Dario Argento to create dark, immersive soundscapes that cemented his god-level cult legacy.
Fans Also Like: John Carpenter, Claudio Simonetti, Cliff Martinez, Orbital.
Ben Burgess
Country / Songwriter / Outlaw
From Dallas, Texas to the top of the charts. Ben Burgess is the songwriter behind massive hits for Morgan Wallen and Lil Wayne. A modern outlaw bringing grit, truth, and acoustic soul to the label.
Fans Also Like: Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, Sturgill Simpson.
Lomea
Modern Classical / Ambient / Electronica
Blurring the lines between acoustic piano and granular synthesis, Lomea creates music for deep focus and emotional release. A sonic architect of the Modern Classical movement, building worlds out of silence and noise.
Fans Also Like: Nils Frahm, Jon Hopkins, Max Richter, Ólafur Arnalds.
Rojaz
Alt-Pop / Sad Songs / Lo-Fi
Intimate, whispered vocals over minimal beats. Rojaz captures the essence of Gen Z Alt-Pop, delivering raw, confessional storytelling that hits hard. The perfect soundtrack for rainy days and late-night drives.
Fans Also Like: Billie Eilish, Clairo, Phoebe Bridgers, Gracie Abrams.
Fiona Glenn
Indie Folk / Vocalist / Acoustic
A voice that stops time. Fiona Glenn channels the golden age of Laurel Canyon folk with a modern, cinematic twist. Stripped-back arrangements that let her pristine, haunting vocals take center stage.
Fans Also Like: Lana Del Rey, Birdy, Aurora, Daughter.
Lettie
Art Pop / Avant-Pop / Storyteller
Eccentric, theatrical, and undeniably British. Lettie weaves complex fairytales over baroque pop arrangements. A true Art Pop original who refuses to follow the rules, blending classical piano with quirky electronic textures.
Fans Also Like: Kate Bush, Regina Spektor, St. Vincent, Bat For Lashes.
Will Bryant
Keys / Soul / Rock
A virtuoso keyboardist and vocalist rooted in the Woodstock/Catskills scene. Will Bryant tours with The Donald Fagen Band, bringing that classic, sophisticated "Steely Dan" musicianship to his solo work.
Fans Also Like: Steely Dan, The Band, Leon Russell, Dr. John.
Simi Stone
Violinist / Vocalist / Singer-Songwriter
A Woodstock-based singer-songwriter, violinist and visual artist known for a signature "mountain meets Motown" folk-pop sound. Classically trained on violin from age eight, Stone was a member of The New Pornographers as vocalist/violinist, and has recorded and performed with Natalie Merchant, Conor Oberst, and David Byrne. She brings violin, vocals, acoustic guitar, and body percussion to David Baron's recordings, including their own release "Where We Are."
