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Photo / Connor Phillips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRSxZEUvVnc "These songs really encapsulate the tone and themes of the new album, but from different perspectives. Where ‘HYPERYOUTH’ is a frenetic, high energy, and sample-heavy celebration of the music and artists we continue to be inspired by, ‘LIVE RIGHT’ is anthemic and showcases the exciting-but-complicated relationship we have with growing…
Photo / Ewen Spencer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhAqvMxo49I “'Perfect Crime' is written about that scary bit of time just before you go back into the dating world and you need to just bite the bullet and dive into something. It's kind of like my version of a mantra or doing positive affirmations in the mirror...this song is basically…
Photo / Charlotte Alex https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRS3hALp_A8 "It’s my slightly more free-spirited and joyous side. I wanted it to feel easy — like a Scandinavian summer. Flirting can feel so chaotic and stupid, but that’s the best part of it.” Sigrid 🎵 Follow the Scandinavia Sound Playlist
Photo / Isaac Lamb https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WneUC4ftONI "'Suburbs' is a message back to our younger selves. Coming from small towns outside of London, it was hard to dream big without getting shot down. This track is our anthem for breaking free from that mindset and chasing something bigger." The band's highly anticipated debut album, 'Blue Sky Mentality,' is…
Rochelle Jordan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZ6ijL9gbeE&feature=youtu.be "It carries so much power to me. It's magic.…This track sets my soul free…This song is a mantra for bussing through the dark walls of your own mind. Getting to the other side of all of what could be holding you back." Rochelle Jordan 🎵 Discover more new music on the Ones To Watch…
https://open.spotify.com/track/1UfTyCj6UOukb7RBBOHCyn?si=9c35c6d290f049f0 “I wrote this about an extremely emotionally unavailable guy I was dating who ended up ghosting me. It honestly felt so confusing because it felt like it was going somewhere and then he disappeared like nothing happened.” Dalia 🎵 Discover more new music on the Ones To Watch Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/track/4skkyOG3MmGozOVxXGEG6c?si=24e27a4386fb48e0 "One of the biggest reasons I love this song so much is because of how universal the lyrics are and how many interpretations they could have. When I wrote this song I was feeling a bit lost in life and overwhelmed by everything I want to achieve and how to get there and I…
Photo / Rachel Fleminger Hudson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXOgzXmd5Zo “It’s about not trying so hard to figure everything out, reflecting on getting older and trying not to agonise over things that have or haven’t happened in your life. It’s also about trying to get to grips with the polarising aspects of one’s life when you’re in a band.…
https://open.spotify.com/track/3hb68nzi6kPkbRq6C8jJVU?si=c20f716aa3454897 Rising Kenyan musician IkeN is back today with a beautiful new slice of R&B that really deserves your attention. 'Delusional' is simple in its construction—the production is minimal, allowing for a dreamy style of sound, while the lyrics tell of the confusing, contradicting states of mind when we love someone. In a sign of his ever-growing…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnZO9lNMU5U Jake Knox has been on our radar for quite some time now, so we're delighted that he's out with some new material that we can share with you today. 'Your Love' is a delightfully eccentric song that effortlessly fuses alternative R&B with pop. Somehow it's both playful and melancholic, mirroring the song's lyrics—reminding us…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=q1RRUr0NbTVq9p8H&v=gOLos-xD7vY&feature=youtu.be TRACK OF THE WEEK Words can't really describe how much we're blown away by bat zoo's heady new single, 'Lemon.' This song treats listeners to a smoky blend of alternative R&B and soul. The sound is mysterious and intriguing, while also maintaining an emotive essence. Impressively, 'Lemon' was created by bat zoo himself in…
https://open.spotify.com/track/0Tj8d7FqDIZRjcDnfS1aXD?si=ec1d956ecf474de8 American producer and songwriter Tommy Champion joins forces with musician Mcclendon to create one of the most beautiful releases of the week, 'Wait For Me.' Lifted from Champion's upcoming 'Phases & Stasis' album, this gorgeously dreamy ballad sounds unusual and unexpected, while still carrying an enormous sense of emotion and sincerity. "Written during a…
Photo / Barnaby Fairley https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QjoRH_escw&feature=youtu.be “'Vicious Delicious' is a song about a terrible man who tasted like heaven. He was moreish, magnetic, devilishly handsome and danced like Fred Astaire. A true hedonist with a black eye to match. I was thinking a lot about Sid & Nancy at the time.. dangerous, intoxicating love. WARNING: do…
Photo / Jeff Hahn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNjHfgGHlKQ “I was feeling numb at the time, what would you do to not feel numb anymore. You would get back with your toxic ex, you would crash your car, how far are you willing to go to not feel numb.” Sasha Keable
https://open.spotify.com/track/49YQQC330Fw0wG5XMJ2JvV?si=147abdff09644832 “I wrote 'Butter' in the middle of the night when I was restless shall we say. I had just hung up the phone to somebody I really missed and yearned for them. Whether you’re doing long distance, ending something or meeting someone for the first time…this song is about longing and all the words…
Photo / Ariane Kiks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLv95TyVWYg TRACK OF THE WEEK We've not come across an artist who excites us as much as alternative artist Max Baby has in quite some time. This emerging Parisian singer, songwriter, and producer crafts a style of sound that is so refreshingly distinct and unexpected, yet also so emotionally charged that…
https://open.spotify.com/track/7sdKAteX5dtVv7Aopkgyif?si=d9fdbffcf3f448e0 Drawing inspiration from the father-daughter dynamic of Joel and Ellie on the HBO series 'The Last of Us', Rose paints a nuanced familial portrait steeped in raw emotion on 'Before & After You'. “But I’m just a liar, and that never happened. It’s all my fault, and it’s too late now.” Sydney Rose
https://open.spotify.com/track/4MaRscxblGZAreCVUrNBZi?si=8a5eda76e70c43ab Norwegian pop artist Mathea-Mari has released a new single this week, called 'Tired of Fixing A Broken Heart'. As the title suggests, this is a melancholic pop song with sincere lyrics that was created alongside a stellar team of musicians – Christian Burns, Matt Alvers, and producer Chris Gill. Mathea-Mari already has an accomplished…
Photo / Stef Martin https://open.spotify.com/track/6ldVmHTDlHl1xIKLFBuJga?si=a847a779f2854f98 Formerly known as the frontwoman and creative force behind the prog-pop project Tenacity, Ula strikes out on her own on this debut, unveiling a sound that’s both individual and fresh. Ula 🎵 Discover more new music on the Ones To Watch Playlist
Photo / Nick Mora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIC7AitIvio “‘Day To Day’ was one of those songs that pretty much wrote itself, 99% of it was written, produced, and tracked in just a few hours. Some songs just bring a certain electricity into the room - this was one of those.” Brent de la Cruz 🎵 Discover more new…
https://open.spotify.com/track/1nS8N96n8G4fFUG8RijrzU?si=393ed4d8c1974761 Your weekend banger has landed, and it comes in the form of 'Gorgeous' by California producer Babsy. This track reminds us of sounds by other electronic icons like Jamie xx and Fred again.. as well as the early work from Mike Skinner and The Streets. In equal measures, the song feels both nostalgic and…
https://open.spotify.com/track/1ZW0uMipWQcUgIS86FOw28?si=b7fb8bbecc904913 Indie-pop talent Dylan Dunlap has been a frequent name on Alfitude throughout the years. This artist consistently delivers with his music. The work is always finessed, the lyrics are eloquent yet raw, and the melodies are so easy to connect with. New single 'Sometimes' doesn't disappoint. This track looks at the toxic dynamics within…
Photo / Zora Sicher https://open.spotify.com/track/6hkafjAcHMk1TtSF6w2wIx?si=b1acb38969064032 Yeah I’ll meet you at the car on the corner, but we know it’s gotta change sometime You know I love the taste of your water, but I think it’s time to say goodbye. Royel Otis 🎵 Discover more new music on the Ones To Watch Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/track/4Kx1jpuGbSr0GW3qUYAz43?si=e202235bbf8a4dca For those yet to be acquainted with UK-born singer and songwriter Harvey Brittain, then now might be a good day for an introduction. This rising 23-year-old artist has been building steady traction in recent months, thanks to his impressive productions that effortlessly fuse indie-pop with rock. Today marks the release of his new single…
Photo / Han Yang https://open.spotify.com/track/7GU1xgUhSHMjc32d9zuWtF?si=0cc0b8d55d804bcd TRACK OF THE WEEK Absolutely first teased 'I Just Don’t Know You Yet' earlier this month on a recent North American tour with BANKS. The song quickly spread across social media after footage of her performing the then-unreleased track in Arizona caught traction on TikTok, resulting in today's official release. Absolutely…
Photo / Scott Braque https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCPLV15tKlI "I’ll let the song speak for itself but I hope it holds you with love in this very tormenting time we are collectively living through, please know that I am so grateful for you." anaiis 🎵 Discover more new music on the Ones To Watch Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIDRLLVaLlQ "The track features a special appearance from renowned musician, Thundercat. LAROI also dropped the new video counterpart starring actress Talia Ryder alongside himself, directed by CALMATIC (Kendrick Lamar and The Rolling Stones), and filmed at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel." The Kid LAROI
https://open.spotify.com/track/4JGN6REVXS2vR4rZfaMRmE?si=a4e03698b763481b Sometimes you just need to be reminded of a good, classic disco banger – and today's release of a reworked Gadjo anthem by ellis is just what we needed. There's no easy way to bring new life to a song that's already as established and regarded as this anthem, so we were quite blown…
https://open.spotify.com/track/6hoUDe5xg5Ex0LAQYK549t?si=d6c6cb7007fa4cec TRACK OF THE WEEK “It’s just a beautiful moment, where you can go home, track your family and put them on this incredible song.” Pre-save the forthcoming EP 'it’s like i never left' here. Nectar Woode
https://open.spotify.com/track/1Dapd0TwM8uXus5L5PcTNs?si=ebe173ebc6ae40c9 Montreal rockers FLEECE are back with a triumphant new single to shake those midweek blues away. 'Chequebook' is a summery anthem that instantly locks listeners in from the moment you press play. The track is bold, confident and just so, so powerful. The long verses build up to a huge chorus that is sure…
https://open.spotify.com/track/566eq9M7HvmzsTXms6zhXe?si=7f8f7017629844e5 Floridian artist Alnev returns with a new single this weekend, called 'the Writer'. With its thoughtfully constructed blend of alt-pop and indie, we felt that we had to share this bop with you. The track showcases Alnev's raw and emotive vocals, while the introspective lyrics look at the feelings you get when you sense…
https://open.spotify.com/track/09rbDRGEfhvOVuvHvsRzuU?si=c132fab6d067404a George Lyons is one of the most exciting talents to emerge from Ireland in recent months. While still only 19 years old, this artist is already carving a name for himself thanks to his playful pop productions. 'LOLA' is a nostalgia-tinged bop that fits along the lines of Californian pop-rock from the early 00s,…
Photo / Aubrey Simpson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEYibjyo_No “I think I just needed a reset. Coming back to Manchester after travelling gave me space to reflect. ‘Little Sign’ was the first song I made in that headspace and it set the tone for everything that followed." Lei Hope 🎵 Discover more new music on the Ones To Watch…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y32h4TUvtG8 “I release my emotions through my music. 'Midnight Calls' was just another one of those songs for me. Like most of my unreleased music, I put it in my back pocket, replaying it to myself from time to time; not expecting much from it… but one day whilst sitting on the bus this particular…
https://open.spotify.com/track/32SrEmjPtKgZ3Da4XQGPwL?si=39edfacde092475c "YOASOBI - composer Ayase and vocalist ikura - have their origins in the Japanese literary tradition of monogatari, and continue to take inspiration from all forms of literature. ‘Watch me!’ has its origins in an original novel penned by Kenta Shinohara, author of the Witch Watch manga series, and now an acclaimed anime series for which…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2F6S8TK0l7whJhh7xRLFdo?si=52572b576e3a4bbf We're sharing with you something a little different today – orchestral pop! vice E roi is a Quebec-based musical project that consistently pushes the boundaries of what pop music is. 'L'échec n'existe pas' is lifted from the outfit's latest EP, 'Lendemain de conquête' (out now), and features the talents of French rapper HYL. This…
Photo / Logan White https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_FvyVacOHk “Rachmaninoff’s music for me has always transcended the cerebral, making my life and what it comes with, feel like a fantasy, like a movie. I wanted to celebrate that feeling of eternity in a song. Music is a miracle, art is a miracle, and it’s miraculous because it is a…
https://open.spotify.com/track/3JOG9SbFbjmcQRz6MhiFiK?si=b057a969cd944d71 This weekend's banger comes courtesy of Barcelona-born singer and producer Rick Baster. The mysteriously titled '005' presents listeners with a pulsating blend of 90s trance, electronica and pop. Alongside its captivating production, this song's anthemic melody and rousing chorus is sure to stick in your minds for a good while. "Born from a late-night…
https://open.spotify.com/track/5X8pKMtvYqbjlGvNTQ8MCM?si=66aa88c8a89248e1 If you've yet to come across rising US-based talent Germano, then today's release of 'GIANT' is your perfect introduction. Already an Alfitude favourite, this talent continues to grow from strength to strength, and his latest single is yet another gem that we're absolutely in love with. The track perfectly encapsulates the internal struggles that…