Working its magic as both a timeless pop hit and indeed a clear acoustic contender – one that would no doubt connect beautifully in a stripped-back, unplugged live setting – Atmosphere marks a fine introduction to an established songwriter, with a clear talent and style of his own.
Rebecca Cullen
Dedicated to Molly’s own younger sister, She Is Mighty relays nearly whispered details of a seemingly quiet but ultimately powerful individual, and through a stylishly upfront bass and beat combination, alongside a subtle to striking performance, reinforces that storyline consistently.
“I am planning on getting more exposure online and putting more effort into that. I am also planning on playing more live shows and traveling to reach new audiences.”
Celebrating the beauty of love and the simultaneous value of taking time to be by yourself, producer duo KYZR blend genres with unmistakable confidence and style – approaching the topics less talked about in a relatable and impressively catchy way.
Good vibes to keep you mellow but contemplative – a soul rock groove seductive and smooth, emerges in the form of the uniquely storytelling Interstellar Traveller.
An easy favourite from the year so far, intricately united layers of retro synth, bass, voice and rhythm softly raining down, as Raephantom delivers the enchanting Dreamer.
We’re somewhere between the likes of M83, The xx, classic eighties and modern cinematic pop – traits also present for the prior single Blade Runner. There’s a beautifully crisp production allowing Dreamer to shine with intense brightness.
From organic flute and sax to Afrobeat rhythms, Gospel warmth and unpredictable jazz, Sounds Of Freedom wholeheartedly encapsulates the very implications of its name.
Continuing the contemporary quest to fuse genres with freedom and style, Zachary Campos takes us back to the simplicity of gritty original punk, and effectively intertwines that with an old school rap approach that feels almost like an unedited freestyle.
An ever creative and impossible to pigeon-hole Rico Friebe redirects fans immensely, with the euphorically electro-soaked and cinematic fullness of a conceptually provocative Anthems For A Lost Generation.
Episodes of Courage2Challenge are just five minutes in length, and still manage to hit with impact and influence that lingers. These segments, backed by soothing, solo instrumental music, can fit easily into any part of your day – almost like meditative moments of stillness; a chance to take a step back and reassess how you react to the world and your own thoughts.
One year on from the rise of his uniquely honest project Hard 2 Luv, we caught up with the ever versatile rapper and artist Brandonrxse. Currently immersed in the making of another full-length project, Brandon reflects on his past work, his changing inspiration, his ambitions, and plenty more. Here’s the conversation in full. * * … Continued
The UK’s own Lord Sparky England has recently launched a beautifully impassioned project called The 7 Sins. The EP delivers precisely what its title implies, seven stories and songs that each directly relate to one of each of the renowned sins.