Stop the press for this one – Friday’s biggest track, an indie gem of a hit that’s as distinct as it is impassioned and beautifully satisfying. Vacation Bible School present a unique chemistry of traits, throughout their intoxicating indie rock anthem nvrgivup.
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Musically colourful and uplifting, lyrically poignant, political and unapologetic, The Rest Of Us leads with clear-cut images and scenes, and at the same time injects a boldly catchy groove and melodic thread to really make sure these ideas linger in the mind. A job well done.
Built around sublime production and captivating vocals, MORE is all at once humble and broadly impactful, presenting a mainstream-relevant aura but also intertwining creative traits from the likes of EDM and Afrohouse. Notice the beating heart of the rhythm, the drop to the hook, the anthemic unity and sheer quality of the arrangement.
Swedish rock three-piece Frank Follows reignite the flame of indie rock, with a likable fusion of strong riffs, bright guitar tones, and raspy, tired but emotive vocals.
Ambient and reverb-soaked indie rock presents a conceptual deep-dive into the life of a parent whose daughter is one of the many millions emotionally invested in Taylor Swift.
Ultimately committed to its sense of living life in the fast lane, LaFerrari is all about escapism, and the production, arrangement, songwriting and performance all work to reinforce that.
Gothic Folk and Electronic Pop artist Bella Kelly continues to drive with creative freedom and originality. The LA independent recently launched her brand new single and video Felony, and the track leads with a fearlessly dark and sultry electro vibe.
Faith speaks out on behalf the value and magic of believing in better – holding onto the light at the end of the tunnel, and staying focused on taking steps towards it whenever things get difficult.
Emotionally loaded pop songwriting meets the euphoric pace and embrace of dance, as Lexington’s indie gem Nathan Morris delivers the soulful and vulnerable summer anthem that is Villain.
Great vibes and conceptual poignancy grace the airwaves – Introducing a superb new song, an instrumental and melodically euphoric reggae track, with soulful vocals, wonderful melodies, and a powerful hook resolve.
Lifelong rock fan and multi-instrumentalist Dweller-X crafts an immersive, acoustic to progressive soundtrack, with the evocative and imagery-loaded Forget the Forest.
Building up from what feels like a folk-rock anthem in the making, into a piano-led dance-pop realm of higher energy and conceptual inspiration, No Competition ultimately introduces a songwriter with a clear ability to frame ideas in a melodically enchanting way.