Songs of hope, connection and communion, guided by darker fragments of subject matter and story, elevated by the warmth of soulful vocal depth and organic musical arrangements. Acoustic creative Patrick Ames never fails to entertain and connect with his original songs, and the brand new album Slow Dip Ahead is far from the exception.
Songwriter
Having been writing songs as a hobby for several years, Gary initially let family life take the wheel for the most part, but now emerges as a distinct songwriter of our time – with a vast catalogue of original music to share.
New music from producer and artist Jay Sprouse brings a heartfelt and intimate EDM single, evolving from welcoming pop through classic click rhythms and a piano build, towards a mild but uplifting crescendo of a chorus.
Featuring those again soulful vocals at the forefront, The Furnace is notably more delicate and thoughtful than the former track, and sets a sultry, contemplative mood, with its evocative electric guitar solo, and deeply poignant lyrics reflecting on war.
The organic and raw capture of a live performance, joyful intimacy resounding by way of keys and acoustic guitar, leads us into the imagery and appreciation of Byron Times.
Introducing an established, stylish and evocative debut – songwriter and artist Aaron Molyneaux (Aaron M) captivates within moments, for the unique vocal depth, melodic swoon, and lyrical substance of Blue Avenue.
Music to Bruno Marinho has forever been a therapeutic form of escapism. The focus and emotional resetting of the creative process is often what makes for the most engaging and interesting music, and that’s absolutely the case with the freedom and allure of Worlds Unseen.
Established songwriter and distinct artist John Consalvo has written one of the most original and compelling Christmas songs of our time.
Having first hit our radar back in 2020 with his evocative hit just 4 u, Mitchell Zia takes on a whole new persona and style with the supervillain EP, leading with deep and characterful vocals, through a series of theatrical indie arrangements that tell stories and entertain in a boldly distinct way.
Self-described as a ‘Third Culture Kid’, Martin was raised in Japan by French and Filipino parents. His unique cultural heritage often pours through in his music, reflecting on a distinct upbringing and mindset, whilst stylistically paying tribute to legendary songwriters like Tracy Chapman, Joni Mitchell, and James Taylor.
Acoustic guitar, quirky by riff but familiar by groove, backs up the intimate folk-pop vocals and contemporary lyrics of Tessa Dalton’s new single Hit the Lights. It’s a humble beginning, rising towards a bright pop single, with a catchy thread of melody and a clear sense of personality at it’s core.
At long last, ’tis the season for good vibes, togetherness, and simple celebration. On that note, original Christmas songs are always something we secretly crave at this time of year, and songwriter Martin Manley has crafted one that’s a natural gem.