From the rising success of his band to embracing the solo creative life, ZCon delivers an enchanting original style this season, with the cascading electronic riffs and hazy, reverb-kissed vocals and tones of Cocaine Mirror.
Singles
no hope was inspired by Jim Carrey’s infamous commencement speech about hope running into the fire, and it builds a story and mood around this in a distinct, optimistic and memorable way. With a longer project due to release later in the year, isabelle tran’s debut marks a timeless first chapter in this honest and engaging artistic venture.
Noting years of commitment to making music with authenticity and from the ground up, Willie Alex is a producer with a refreshing realism to his sound. The music is genuine, real, man-made, and that creativity and heart can never be faked. This one consumes you as it pours through the airwaves.
As the industry continues to force-feed us uncomfortably seamless tracks, largely lacking the humanity of talent and imperfection, the underground thankfully continues to strengthen its presence at the very same time. Industrial alternative producers and artists like Willie Alex are confidently taking the reigns, and the music speaks for itself.
Big vibes unite the festival ska set-up and modern production tools, as GhostWriterStevie delivers his catchiest jam yet, with the huge celebratory anthem My Distorted Mind.
Evocative and poignant songwriting intertwined with the precision and escapism of finely-crafted trance – Blip Onskrine explores the weight of technology and the rat-race, with the enchanting dynamic and addictive depth of Overtime Ghosts.
Seamless production from the trustworthy corner of Psyborg – a dreamy summer house jam that’s soothing to lose yourself within. Daydreaming unites gentle layers of female voice, with hazy keys, synths, and a classic lounge groove, to bring us hypnotically into the new season.
A colourful and chaotic new single, already noting close to 100k views in just a few days, and despite its sub-three-minute lifespan, Ani Mori Nuse makes sure to leave its mark. This dancehall re-awakening brings Balkan Ethnic singing to the forefront, and makes for a culture and genre-fusing highlight from this year so far.
Uplifting and calming afrobeat with delicate, expressive vocals and well-written sentiments. Naija Luna creates a portrait of romantic attraction and good vibes, with the catchy and intimate single Luces de media noche.
Something precise yet ambient – an interesting fusion of retro electronic tones and those that sweep through the space like summertime EDM; all with a female lead that’s breathy to impassioned. John Paolo captures the energy and escapism of longer days, with the intoxicating single Lost In You.
The brilliant Lion Drome continue their climb, this time briefly softening the mood with something sultry, funky, but ultimately dark and intense in its commitment to concept. Featuring lush vocals, expressive and fluid, with long-form verse melodies that descend and satisfy with charm and character, Goodnight Sleep Tight is a compelling taste of the upcoming … Continued
Huge production, heavy atmospheric design and anthemic songwriting – a rapper and artist with a truly uninhibited sense of identity and confidence. Jhaos reaches peak intensity and vibe, with the dark tones, industrial rhythms, and gritty vocal outpouring of NotMe.