McKay are an act upholding the realness and talent of organic, man-made bands and songwriting, at a time when we need that more than ever. They write youthfully fearless, thoughtful and intelligent lyrics, with fresh melodies and blissfully harmonised performances, and for all of these reasons, they’re a personal favourite act from the past couple of years, and Casino is incredibly special as an original project.
Rebecca Cullen
To introduce the unique composition style and playing of Parachute Eyes, Thoughts Escaping is ideal. The release opens up with a sincere and distinct, undistorted guitar tone and melody, and sets a likeable groove for around three minutes, before shifting suddenly but fittingly, to a more distorted, power-chord and structurally intense approach.
Modern production tools and relatable writing continue to take hold in the modern music realm, and ever // never’s approach quite seamlessly blends the two. It’s an uplifting ode to and old friend, and the music works its magic with ease. A strong contender for the good vibes and dance playlists this summertime.
Star-crossed lovers recapture their truth in a post-apocalyptic world. Empty Spaces celebrates Margarita’s fascination with fantasy and folklore, whilst delivering an original story and song that proves fearlessly artistic. The song releases in unison with the Japanese festival of the stars, Tanabata.
Lush new music from Blue Julius brings a dreamy guitar groove of both acoustic and electric tones. Collaborating once again with Dani Stacy, the band offer a soulful nostalgic performance and rising energy, for the intoxicating You Make Me Feel New.
Just seven years old and already holding a repertoire of over 20 original songs, the young musical prodigy and renowned philanthropist Simba is an altruistic and inspiring soul, whose focus unites heartfelt songwriting, beautiful vocals, and charitable intentions.
Smooth melodies and slick guitar-led arrangements – Carlos Smith Jr. blends storytelling and catchy musicianship, with the five-track Christian rock project Somebody’s Prayin’.
“Yeah I think this song that’s releasing August 15th is something to listen to. It reveals that the birth of my son came as a surprise and now I have 7 children. I reveal a conflict and struggle within myself and wondering how can I escape this torture? But the torture is everything is changing, everybody is changing but how can I keep up?”
Delicate indie pop, rising from acoustic guitar and piano arrangements, through extensive lyrical musings and reflections on life and love. Vivi Ash gifts smooth vocals and fearlessly honest lyrics to a timeless format, with the five original songs of the Don’t Cry EP.
From playing in live bands in the eighties and nineties, inspired by the likes of Simple Minds and Depeche Mode, to exploring the limitless creative routes of modern production, Paul Kanc is an artist and DJ with a lifelong appreciation for making music.
Hard-hitting metal-core of heavy distortion and a relentless tempo, creatively intertwined with a versatile performance of both rap and melody – Afipia reflects upon the curse and opportunity of existence, for Descent.
Comical by nature but far more emotionally rooted by design, Chocolate Cake Is My Lover reflects upon a world gone wrong, and the relatable comfort of sweet food in the face of such struggles.