“They like it when I smile, not when I speak.”
Raina Wiles sets the mood beautifully for this project – an opening line and ambiance fit to captivate, for an EP that evocatively follows suit.
Glass Skin is divine, a lo-fi trip hop project with a soul-pop vocal lead, and lyrics that pierce through the noise as soulful reflections on life for a girl in the modern world.
Reflecting on the subject matter of survivor’s guilt, everything from the writing to the performance of Martyr breathes authenticity and meaning into the creative ambient space. The idea of being thought of as strong, when deep-down you feel devastation, and still haven’t healed from the trauma, is one that’s perhaps more common than expected, and yet it’s rarely – if ever – brought about in contemporary music and songwriting.
A thoughtful earworm of a return – Storyteller and songwriter Litt Bueno, focused on intention and connection as a musician, showcases the very best of his heartfelt and engaging style, with the organic and melodically engaging single Yesterday.
Indie-pop songwriter and artist NIVIRA blends the dynamic and colourful backdrops of modern pop music, with confident and joyful vocals, and the juxtaposed depth of profoundly vulnerable but essentially hopeful lyrics.
Dreamy guitar play, smooth vibes, live drums and enchanting harmonies – Captain Highside sets the vibe beautifully, with the organic and impassioned I Can’t See.
Great vibes, classic indie-pop production and long-form lyrics, a sense of this coming naturally to the artist – Ren Martinez delivers a seamless connection between storytelling and musicianship, with The First & Last of the Perfect Parties.
Indie pop-rock of organic guitar and live drums sets an instantly genuine vibe. Nineteen year old singer and songwriter Maddie Rose offers up an impressive and catchy debut, with the vocally distinct and memorable Don’t Wanna Lose You.
Organic summer vibes and expressive vocals bring through a low-key disco-funk kind of vibe, as multi-instrumentalist Tito Strange intertwines catchy riffs and soulful performative flair, for Crutch.
Dreamy surf-rock guitar sounds and raspy vocals light up a kind of summertime joy and celebration – mikey6strings unites musicianship and songwriting expertise, for the smooth and catchy Best Friends.
The debut single Perfect Day acts as a bright and beautiful reminder to take time away from the stresses of daily work and life. It’s escapism and holiday freedom encapsulated, and it provides a catchy and comforting introduction to the sound and style of Switzerland’s LUNA & The Gents.
Organic indie pop with summer-style harmonies and likable imagery – New York duo Muscle Memory calm the mood and invite easy escapism, with their multi-layered and dreamy new single Get Lost.
London creative Charlie Turner blends smooth guitar production and slick riffs with intimate and relatable lyrics and vocals, as Mrs Other effectively intertwines the catchy indie pop anthem with something deeply thoughtful and emotionally impactful.
