While the music gifts a sense of relaxation and escapism, the ideas inject a touch of observation and humour – a balance that ultimately works well in reinforcing the impressive backbone of a clear passion project.
Rebecca Cullen
Liz provides a sensational anthem of soulful depth and presence. All at once unreservedly personal and vastly accessible for its concise presentation of the pain of missing someone.
An impressively versatile EP – vocally definitive, recognisable, poetic and thought-provoking, heartfelt and musically fresh yet nostalgic all at once.
Organic guitar creates an instantly uplifting groove, before Zaînab weaves an intoxicating vocal web of melody and confidence, for SOMEONE LIKE ME.
Justin Payne & Co. take listeners into a sick suburban hell, with the infectious indie-rock anthem bad vibes.
Summer vibes strike with lightness and style, as a rhythmically faultless D Bear guides us through the clarity and coolness of Cook ya Like Some Lamb.
Catchy and soulful vocal inflections mix up the melodic presence of this eclectic and energising new single from creative producer BlackLight.
Complex and chaotic as per the haunting undertones of a relentless piano progression and soaring distorted guitars – Of The Fallen recraft the deathcore identity, with the fearlessly intense Harlots.
From subtlety to striking captivation, Scarlet View bring originality, stage presence and nostalgia to the scene in equal parts.
Marcus Christ returns this season with heavy bass and a cleanly-mixed, classic rap flow, for Shots All Night.
From acoustic beginnings through explosive developments, Wasted Time showcases the very best of the D2UR sound and creative approach. Turn this one up loud.
As far as shifting the narrative and expanding the creative space of renowned genres, lifelong artist Souleye has crafted something of a humble yet whole-hearted masterpiece with this album.