Stunning natural vocals and plenty of space for expression – a seamless combination of folk, jazz, and blues – French-American artist Zoé Basha bares all with an a cappella introduction, as the poetic musings and stories of her new album Gamble pour gracefully through the airwaves.
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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.
Promising a strong and organic groove, short and snappy lines that naturally linger in the mind, and a sense of old-school raspy vocal play that quickly draws comparisons with classic Americana – artist and songwriter VANNGO delivers an earworm of an anthem, for the simple but catchy HEARTBREAKER USA.
Easily the most accomplished and enjoyable album from Isaiah McLaughlin to date, Transcendence feels wholly enchanting in both production and performance, carving out a unique storytelling lane whilst engaging the senses from a rhythmic, melodic, and passionate perspective.
Lifelong musician and songwriter Jodie Fox has carved out a lasting lane in modern music, noting influence in writing music for TV, and also when performing live – as both a multi-instrumental musician and a Poetry Slam winner for the Florida 2021 competition. Jodie’s music is skilful yet devotedly intentional, meaning that whatever the mood … Continued
An ever-distinct Anna Catharina creatively bridges the gap between a boldly distinct sound and that which is more broadly enchanting from a mainstream pop perspective. Eyes On Me is a simple ear-worm of a dance track, a two-chord back and forth, with a catchy hook and title, but there’s also something clearly distinct and recognisable … Continued
Self-defined as the musical reclamation of Peter Bradley, a renowned Labour MP, Brandes leads with a softly rhythmic acoustic folk aura, these ideas and metaphors emerging as both personal and mysterious, while Peter’s voice effectively blurs the line between softly spoken and traditionally melodic.
Kentucky duo Him & Him draw interest in their upcoming debut album, with the uniquely evocative, emotional alt-country tones and heartfelt intentions of Keep Chuggin’ On.
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.
Uniquely built around this instant floor-filler vibe of upbeat kick drum, hi-hats, and a simple two-chord synth presence, Running highlights the natural vocal nuance and musical escapism of the RxieLondonn sound from the outset, and ultimately delivers a rather unfiltered creative ode to this concept of Running and escapism itself.
The sitar and hand rhythms carve out a new-age groove that’s equally enchanting, as we fall deeper under the spell of this electro-pop arrangement and song that’s bursting with individuality.
Having amassed hundreds of thousands of streams across a multitude of original rock and roll releases, the integrity and heart of all things DownTown Mystic has built up an impressive repertoire and following in recent years. That process culminates this season, with the release of a divine original album, and one naturally suited to lighting up the incoming summer months.