Featuring multiple layers of keys, synths, guitars, bass, drums and vocals, the fullness of Close Your Eyes tips its hat towards the likes of Muse, while the leading tone offers more of an eighties twist of influence.
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Introducing one of those rare occasions when the artwork perfectly encapsulates the essence and style of a release. Maxim’s Whispers of the Eternal is a uniquely vast and rather epic exploration of cinematic depth, built around an idea and dramatic vocal opening, layered with soaring guitar solos and distorted chords united in this progressive and fiercely soulful instrumental.
Spendit’s upbringing was one soaked in adversity, and these experiences emerge throughout the seven tracks of Star EP. It’s a thought provoking collection, musically diverse and also impressive in terms of the bars and energy with which Spendit performs.
Ambient, acoustic beginnings lay bare an intimate story of vulnerability and longing – Hazzard Inc. bring contemplation and ferocity together, for the ultimate emo-punk explosion that is nobody.
Tasmania’s renowned ambient composer and unrivalled creative producer in the electronic, atmospheric realm – Darren Harris gears up to launch his highly-anticipated new album Subliminal.
Ambient warmth and retro-electronic exploration meet with confronting yet delicate vocals. Artist and composer GAMA MAJOR blends soulful expression and contemporary mystique, for the bold and beautiful Shadow Man.
Swedish producer Mattias Pettersson – Known to the scene as Magmar Internationaell C – the creative unconfined by style but impassioned by all things electronic escapism – released an impressive set of three brand new mixes this past month, and proceeds to raise the bar in every case.
Kicking off the new month with an impressively compelling fusion of contemporary traits – ANLIL brings the atmospheric ambiance, soulful longing and tropical vibes all at once, for the iconic new single All For Nothing.
With his brand new single ready to launch and a clear twist towards the romantic celebration of love, pop songwriter and artist Luchi kindly took time out of his travels to talk with us in depth about the latest release Like This. Here’s how it went.
Timeless summer grooves inspired by the historical rhythms of the seventies – and the unmistakable, organic glow of the marimba – Giorgia Baglivo guides with power and possibility, for the perfectly titled Good Vibes.
Catchy songwriting and timeless production meet with a notably electrified vocal lead, as REBEL HARE captures a groove and style both contemporary and classic, for MY MONEY FIRST.
Brazilian beats and intoxicating melodic flavours to match – The St. Missy EP captures a groove unrivalled at present, from the moment the addictive layers and anthemic presence of RAKÁTA begins to play.