Setting the mood from the outset, Fearless introduces an easy yet effective production style – blending just a few minimalist layers of synth, rhythm and bass, to back up a rise and fall vocal verse that’s hypnotic and smart.
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High energy and lashings of optimism make up the bright indie sound of Pop Punk outfit Leisure Hour, as they delve into the fiercely nostalgic and catchy single Ivy Tech.
Already renowned across the Canadian live scene, The History Of Gunpowder continue to break down the boundaries of live performance, showcasing what’s truly possible when authenticity and skill join forces in a fearlessly unedited setting.
Soulful ad-libs and gritty bars unite with euphoric layers of synth and melody, for a boldly passionate take on contemporary trap.
Always there’s a degree of humanity and fearless vulnerability to the writing and the vocal performances. Meanwhile the production varies from one track to the next, supporting but also shaking up the foundations in a way that’s forever compelling.
Majestic production and passionate vocals unite with increasingly immersive songwriting, as Sandor Gavin and Weldon collaborate for the beautifully evocative Ghost Of A Memory.
Taking the writing of love songs back to the bare essentials, Joseph Rutakangwa simplifies with poetry and piano-led warmth, throughout the celebratory and intimate I Am Meant For You.
Just one single from an undoubtedly eclectic debut EP, the new project Love, Cry, Repeat Vol. 1 will release towards the end of 2023, and will likely raise the bar further still for Leon Hesby’s uniquely infectious approach to creative pop.
To give a little context for the non-German listeners, löse den Knoten im Taschentuch refers to loosening the knot in the handkerchief; such knots being used in Germany to remind the owner of something they don’t want to forget…
Conceptually devoted to the turmoil of poor mental health, Listen To Me proceeds to detail our protagonist’s struggle with self and the desire to escape from the weight of uncertainty, isolation and pain.
Berlin-based four-piece 5ON5 keep things organic and tuneful, with their latest acoustic release Discover.
An unrivaled solo artist, Dscales offers a sense of creative entrepreneurship that is a self-made multi-layered sound both audience-aware and decidedly unique to a true identity.