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With her new album out, it's definitely the right time to be introduced to Psyclo. The Los Angeles-based Chinese artist is usually quite hands-on when it comes to making music: she writes, she sings, she produces. Her new album is titled Loved and was released independently. The album's focus track is an alt-pop banger called…
https://youtu.be/wicDXPkTJYg Savour the warmth of indie-folk in Charlotte Morris's newly released visuals for "both sides now". The song arrived as part of her latest album, both sides, which dropped at the beginning of May. "both sides now" is actually a cover of a song originally done by Joni Mitchell. The visual represents the evolution of…
https://open.spotify.com/track/0cJFgrMvZAOK3oHflu58s0 Here is a new tune that I bet you will be playing on repeat. Called "Trippin'", the soulful song is by Dutch jazz-fusion singer Dennis van Aarssen, who is also the frontman of the music collective Black Tie Affair. Dennis is known for his smooth crooning, a skill he's honed since he was 12.…
https://youtu.be/D1ruSWp723o With her latest single, Los Angeles-native singer-songwriter Madison Margot did turn her longing for an ex into indie pop bliss. The song is called "Fun", a title that is more than befitting, considering summer is already here. "Fun" comes embellished with alluring indie rock elements, its production glimmeringly polished. Margot shares, "I wrote it…
https://open.spotify.com/track/3lPbVjafTFBFRQkvIBP419 Time and again, I discover songs so good, it’s perplexing that the artist is yet to blown up. So, in the spirit of shining the spotlight on such talent, I'm bringing to your attention this UK rapper called mase J. The Londoner's newest song "you tell me !" is utterly catchy. With a chorus…
Honesty with oneself can be elemental to personal growth, and when a musician explores such depths of self awareness, they tend to come up with some of their best music. For Southern Californian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ehson Hashemian, his latest body of work Believe represents a moment of soul-searching. Believe is the artist's fourth solo…
UK artist Harvey Brittain was once advised by acclaimed singer-songwriter Robbie Williams to wait until he'd experienced life as a school-going teenager before fully embarking on songwriting. At that time, he was just 15, and was already participating in a talent show judged by Williams. Years later, a now-23-year-old Harvey is based in Los Angeles,…
https://youtu.be/khw7FFV8aMQ With a name so unexpected it piques your curiosity, Tokyo-based band EFFECTIVE 12:01 PM are an exciting new entrant into the global indie pop scene. Their debut single, "Lack Of You", is quite captivating. The song is vibrant yet emotive. Its production blends organic instrumentation with electronic elements, the overall sound so hard to…
Fans of melodic bass must have been thrilled at the idea of Dutch producer San Holo teaming up with US producer duo SLANDER. https://open.spotify.com/track/6cmYMueidIP3Q2vLDrJWrv Well, the result is here, and it features vocals by South African-born singer Julia Church. Called "Broken Hearted", the melodic dubstep track hits you with a wave of emotion immediately it…
As the world was ushering in 2023, I was introduced to this young UK artist who stunned me with her seamless blend of R&B and rap. Her name is Vienna I and she hails from London. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjxxQ9AJRGY Vienna I's most recent release is a vibrant urban dance tune called "Rev It Up". The song that…
The latest single from French dance music artist Pierse is a country-tinged tropical house anthem called "You Better Run". It saw him enlist on-demand Norwegian vocalist Eirik Næss. https://open.spotify.com/track/64far8mpM13E3TggL4O5fq An upbeat dance-pop groove and folky influences characterize this song. "You Better Run" blends punchy electronic beats with western guitars and euphoric whistles. The summer road-trip…
https://youtu.be/aqI6-iRV-Hk Young Canadian singer-songwriter Samantha Aucoin made her debut the other week, releasing a soul-pop ballad named "Down Down Down". The talented artist paired this song with a glossy, black-and-white visuals. That music video is quite cinematic, its aesthetic complementing the song's vintage allure. "Down Down Down" is a tribute to the late Amy Winehouse.…
No more brooding over breakups. At least that's the feeling you get when listening to "Delete" by singer/songwriter Emma Teufel. The new dance-pop tune is both ebullient and nostalgic, an anthem for turning heartbreaks into empowerment. https://open.spotify.com/track/3aGqE2MTiahXiBNPCaVvwl Emma reveals, "When we wrote this song a couple years ago, I wanted to highlight the POV of…
https://open.spotify.com/track/0YVvQVCBBXTB9yWZzW8sed With her debut EP around the corner, Berlin-raised singer Eveline continues to showcase her painstakingly crafted indie pop sound. Her collaboration with producer Darlinicky has been organic, and the result is beautiful. Take, for example, the artist's newest single, "solar power". The melodious blend of live instruments gives the song its warm, kaleidoscopic sound.…
https://open.spotify.com/track/4thF83xkGC9hLkzQ6TnW09 Dance music superstar Blond:ish and singer Stevie Appleton scored a hit last year with their single "Never Walk Alone". It is this song that Paris-based DJ/producer Alex Wann recently remixed. "Never Walk Alone (Alex Wann Remix)" is out via Insomniac Records. The new version is quite rapturous and uplifting. Listen above via Spotify. Also,…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NAPU4vuZ7Y The first ever single from Alfreda Gerald, who is an American singer professionally known as Alfreda, is a soulful ballad named “Died to Myself”. The uplifting R&B/soul song was released on Waring Records. With gospel music influences, and characterized by live strings and powerful vocals, "Died to Myself" is about surrender, transformation, and letting…
It is another year of sustained momentum for Eden Rain. The UK singer-songwriter is currently working on a new EP, with "Growing Pains" being her latest single. https://open.spotify.com/track/0oc8jFwbwnjnTdBvKJb40j A deeply vulnerable piece, this new song is another brilliant showcases of Eden's tender style. "Growing Pains" describes a situation in which two people find themselves drifting…
UK band Westwell have released a new EP, Flowers in your hair. The mini album is six tracks long and showcases the outfit's emotive folk rock style -- Westwell comprises father and son James and Gus Corsellis, as well as Jamie Biles. The EP has a title track that also serves as its opening song.…
https://open.spotify.com/track/08eat9MpPhiybuncpEmnLy Producer SV and singer/rapper Alyssa Jane have proven to be a dynamic duo, each collaboration as refreshing as the last. With "Discourse", the pair's most recent song, they crafted a really thoughtful piece. SV's hypnotic beats provides the perfect soundtrack for Alyssa's musings, her dynamic flow as charming as ever. "Discourse" is simply a…
Chicago artists Cam Be and Neak finally unveiled their collaborative album, A Film Called Black the other week. The 16-track project was released independently by the two (A Film Called Black is also the name of duo). Cam and Neak have been close collaborators for a long time, at least since I first heard their…
In true Afrobeats spirit, UK-based Nigerian artist Great Adamz usually keeps things lighthearted and simple. That's exactly the treatment we got when he delivered his most recent offering, "Funke". https://open.spotify.com/track/76Eec14X8s8ytUXqPqKQG6 With its sunkissed tropical melodies and light rhythms, "Funke" will have you dancing all summer long. "In context of the track, 'Funke' is a Gen…
Fronted by Armenian singer Yelena Mashkaryan, YÆLLEE is a Leipzig-based band whose style is an amalgamation of R&B and neo-soul. Now is the probably perfect time to venture into their music world, with their latest single, "The Fall", only two weeks old. "The Fall" makes for a mesmerizing listen, with the song's driving groove contradicting…
https://open.spotify.com/track/4BHYJnu3qa4gOIZsZXTMwM Texan neo-soul artist Quentin Moore's contribution to the summer anthem collection is a feel-good song christened "Ride With You". Warm, chill and soulful, the track is perfect for romantic evenings or weekend cookouts. "Ride With You" was accompanied by a live-performance visual that captures its joyful essence. A let-loose atmosphere characterize this whole song.…
Following a hiatus that lasted over 5 years, Icelandic band múm are back at last. On June 18th they announced a new album titled History of Silence (which is to be released on September 19th via Morr Music). This will be their first new album since 2013's Smilewound. https://open.spotify.com/track/5SLhhJjqfeqadhYZCVFQyf Coinciding with the album announcement was the…
We already introduced you to Beach for Tiger, the UK-based band known for their genre-bending psychedelic mix of indie-pop with rock music elements. Their newest offering is a disco-laced banger named "I Don't Wanna". https://open.spotify.com/track/6HA9c0XQPK3fN8yxyFrFz4 Despite the song's mesmerizing grooves making it a dancefloor candidate, "I Don't Wanna Stay" is quite thoughtful. It serves as…
https://youtu.be/ymfS_4Pmc3Q The other week, alt-rock vocal powerhouse Thea Sass-Ainsworth returned with her first single in a while. "How To Stay Alive" is an emotional ballad with lyrics inspired by Thea's own experiences. She was quite thoughtful when describing this song, saying: "The aching truth of ‘How to Stay Alive’ is that we carry each version…
The euphoria that comes with listening to the song "Sitting On Top Of The World" by WILD is simply unmatched. Following “Song In My Heart”, this new release marks the second time the outfit is releasing music with singer Dana Williams as part of their lineup. https://open.spotify.com/track/5GpmdayIf6myP4hrHYI7z4 "Sitting On Top Of The World" also serves as…
"24 to 1" by rapper M-Dot and producer Confidence is a showcase of masterful storytelling and laser-sharp lyricism. It's actually the focus track of the pair's collaborative album, Library of Sound. That album was released on June 27th via Below System Records, having been teased with singles like "Rollercoaster", another reflective song. Listening to the…
Although in different stages of their music careers, Nigerian artists Calm Lion and Slimcase share a similar work ethic. While Slimcase gained mainstream popularity around 2017, Calm Lion is just beginning to gain traction with his music. https://open.spotify.com/track/1MEuRjH74wehnD3QFb2scu The two managed to distil their mindsets into a motivational song called "Amen". Listeners are urged to…
Melodic bass producer Synymata enlisted the services of singer GLNNA for a new song released via the Heaven Sent imprint. "Who I Am Now" is the title of this mesmeric track. https://open.spotify.com/track/1ojE0p2PApAkCkRYaPlK5Q "Who I Am Now" is a beautifully layered EDM track that ushers in a wave of emotion the moment it starts playing. GLNNA's…
https://open.spotify.com/track/1SEWV5XmjNBeBCmURjHxhf At a time when artists are finding it hard to get traction, EDIE's proclivity for baring her soul in songs make her stand out. The Perth-based Australian singer-songwriter mixes raw honesty with assertiveness, never shying away from expressing herself. Her newest offering "Girl's Girl" ushers listener into the world of female friendships where some…
Emerging UK alt-soul singer Luke Marzec will be releasing his much awaited debut album, Something Good Out Of Nothing, this year. https://open.spotify.com/track/1gMoQoNnpK2ZGDu2yf58ZD The artist recently dropped the song "Space To Be Free", bringing us closer to the arrival of the album. Something Good Out Of Nothing is being rolled out in two phases, with the…
It's already summer and, so, playlists need refreshing. In that spirit, I'm suggesting this tune "Keep Dancing" by rising indie duo Oh Buddy!. https://open.spotify.com/track/4n3pdzIubjBB2W8Swt2cbE A song about losing oneself to the music, "Keep Dancing" invites listeners to let go and just dance. It has that vibrant night-out energy. You'll love the song's funky groove and…
She is a 20-year-old singer-songwriter who hails from North Logan, Utah. She got to showcase her talent to the American TV audience as a contestant in NBC's America's Got Talent. I'm talking about Kenadi Dodds, who has since released her debut single, "Toxic". https://open.spotify.com/track/1zDfiJUcpDQapnQdPB4NFi Released a fortnight ago, the pop rock song was produced by…
https://open.spotify.com/track/29XLW6RZnUSCxd1aU5KzVW Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, The Electric Sons are an American rock music duo known for their genre-bending sound. The outfit's first release of the year sees them continue in their signature style. Called "Don’t Need Much", it was recorded the on same day as the band's previous single, “Real Life". With "Don’t Need Much",…
There's a sweeping power in Chicago-based singer Brother Benji's voice -- something you can truly feel in his newest single. "Lost Again" is a velvety smooth soulful track carrying hints of pop. The irresistibly catchy song is quite passionate in its yearnful expression of lost love. Instead of dwelling on the unpleasant details that led…
She is a 20-year-old singer-songwriter who hails from North Logan, Utah. She got to showcase her talent to the American TV audience as a contestant in NBC's America's Got Talent. I'm talking about Kenadi Dodds, who has since released her debut single, "Toxic". https://open.spotify.com/track/1zDfiJUcpDQapnQdPB4NFi Released a fortnight ago, the pop rock song was produced by…
The countdown for Swiss singer-songwriter Kings Elliot's debut album is on. Titled Born Blue, the full-length project is expected to be released on September 26th. I've always been blown away by the artist since her arrival onto the scene in 2021, so you can imagine my excitement when I found out that the release date…
Few songs capture a playlist's vibe as perfectly as "Sarasota Skies" does in our vacation-themed Spotify selection Views and Sips. https://open.spotify.com/track/6wAsa9Hpc2vipWqGrGWzCS This breezy, sun-soaked indie-dance tune is by Southwest Florida artist Fleming. It's quite nostalgic, evoking a yearning for those moments in our past that we would love to relive. "Sarasota Skies" melds inviting guitar…
https://open.spotify.com/track/6Zs7Jj3uPxZdzj1EHN5XDD A new name in the pop music scene, Simón (a.k.a. Simón Villamizar) is one artist you should begin paying attention to. The 19-year-old Miami-based singer hails from a musical family -- his mother Lina Luna is a Latin Grammy Award winner while his uncle Jorge Villamizar has won numerous awards as part of the…