Introducing one of the best songwriters of the current indie scene. It was a pleasure to talk all things songwriting and music with Israel’s Ella Mar, writer of the brilliant 2023 single ‘High Anyway’.
Rebecca Cullen
The music and writing takes you somewhere new, is thought-provoking and uplifting all at once, and introduces an artist with a spirited yet contemplative style.
The voice is distantly mixed, unpredictable in both topic and rhythm – almost freestyle-like as it gathers momentum. These qualities prove indicative of an artist uninhibited by industry standards, but also well-rooted amidst the trip-hop-style escapism of enchanting soundscapes
Stylishly bringing together nostalgic alternative rock with contemporary lyrical angst and passionate vocals, Black Masses capture the moment beautifully, for the intense yet emotive So Long, Sailor.
Instantly cinematic for both its haunting audio presence and the impressively mighty accompanying visuals, In For The Kill delivers a thought-provoking and immersive experience…
Taking full command of the creative space, whilst incorporating just the right balance of familiar traits, melodies and inflections, Nasugo confronts Rosalia and Rauw Alejandro’s BESO, for a dreamy to explosive remix.
The independent solo realm ultimately called him back – this season marks the return of the country rock front-man, with the crisp kick of a timeless Flat Tires and Fumes.
Reigniting the essence of Hip Hop with finely-craft sound-design and crisp, captivating vocal integrity, Bugzy delivers a stylishly original yet well-rooted anthem, for Light The Beam.
As ever, producer Alisa Fox masterfully commands the space, utilizing the familiar traits of inescapable electronic dance to weave a boldly invigorating web of addictively powerful music.
The ever-lasting appeal of finely-crafted electronic dance music re-emerges for this 2008 remaster – a full-length album of timeless instrumentals, from the elusive DJ Tronika.
From Nigeria to Lagos to LA, Kinsolo brings uninhibited cultural depth to modern music, underlining a clear passion and skill for the process, whilst refreshing the scene with his own unique edge of identity.
The whole thing feels like a modern-day take on the classic love song, with dashes of Jazz, Pop and Neo-classical design all intertwined throughout.