Uniquely bright and innocent vocals stand tall amidst an otherwise fearlessly seductive storyline and groove – Cincinnati songwriter and artist Kasey Jo carves out a lane of her own, with the subtle country-pop tones and sultry confidence of Wanna Be Used.
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Introducing a rapper and artist skilfully walking the line between outright original and divinely addictive – Dmighty leads with colourful yesteryear production and smart, compelling bars, for the brief yet impactful single Surprise.
Fantastic modern songwriting, as stated, and great production and creative dynamic to hold attention. The music has a joyful kind of synth-led melodic bounce to it, but the lyrics deal with absolute isolation and lostness, and that juxtaposition is mighty.
Brooklyn besties Josh and Charlie, united for life by their passion for absurdist animation and music, showcase the quirky depths of their artistry, with their second single release as Bagel Boys – the heartfelt, humous ballad Gluten Love.
“The biggest ambition is to keep learning more and more from my own learning capabilities, but also meeting more musicians from the music scene and learning and growing further whilst watching what techniques they use.”
Songwriter and artist Michelle Bender creates a divinely harmonised story and song, with the heartfelt contemplation and ultimate uplift of her single Never Leave.
Guitarist and songwriter Jay Sprouse brings warm riffs and great lyrics back to the organic pop-rock scene, with the memorable tones and concept of Innocent Harmony.
xidontlie and Luey unite in the darkness and realism of the bars, the sound design already injecting a series of traits unmistakable in the current industry, and the result is a fascinatingly poignant, fearless and authentic look at the concept of Survivors Guilt.
The UK’s own Tim Howarth pierces through the chaos of the industry, with a divinely personal, poetic and poignant ode to authentic artistry.
Introducing a single that simply connected and impressed. French artist TIIBOZ captures the essence of soulful expression and contrast, with the creatively mighty new-metal and emotional melodic dance core of BURN.
It’s an inspiring concept, to not let the struggles of the past weigh us down as we attempt to move forward in life, and it’s one that effectively connects on simply a human level – unconfined by genre or age or background. That sense of possibility shines well in the natural optimism and glow of both the music and performance.
To coincide with the release of his sublime new EP Love Letters Melt In Arizona Summers, we caught an interview with rapper and artist Tommy Will. We dig into the emotional depth of these tracks, the humility of the old-school conscious Hip Hop approach, songwriting and bars, and maintaining authenticity in a fast-paced industry. Here’s the conversation in full.