Songwriting strength above all else – a sense of melody, groove, purpose and emotion all carefully intertwined, but in a strictly non-methodical fashion. Bedolina strikes a perfect balance, with the brilliantly anthemic earworm We Are The Clock Ourselves Again.
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Playful and imaginative music, lyrics simply listing amidst a clean mix of quirky guitar, bass and voice. Michele Ocean continues to carve out a distinct catalogue of original music, with the characterful single Fly Dandelion.
Upbeat organic folk-pop with a strong groove and a crisp recording intimacy united – Erina McLaren sets the mood well, to deliver a beautifully heartfelt, simple yet catchy romantic single, for Oh My Love.
From the 2024 album Who We Are, US folk duo Dan & Faith tell the story of a transgender boy taking on the modern world, through the acoustic warmth and lyrical longing of My Name Is George.
Upbeat and colourful country-pop vibes blend acoustic guitar rhythms and a summertime clap of a groove. Litt Bueno intertwines catchy short lines with distinct and expressive vocals, for the naturally uplifting earworm that is Deep Lg.
Softly picked acoustic guitar, intimate and distinct vocals, a song of poetry and vulnerability warmly intertwined – the unmistakable Lisa E. Williams returns, with the beautifully uplifting but piercingly honest folk-pop single Me and This House.
Conceptual depth, poetic insights, and a melodic but progressive metal core – Hermetic Sage delivers a multi-faceted new album, brought to life with equal parts contemporary programming and heartfelt intentions.
From the album Be Ok, Good Night marks the perfect introduction – highlighting the beautifully raspy yet smooth timbre of Brendan’s voice under a divinely recorded acoustic setting, and showcasing his melodic and storytelling prowess in folk-pop in a catchy way.
Cinematic folk-pop with a tropical twist – divine vocals and a movie-ready sentiment to back up a beautiful rise for the hook – Blue Julius return with songwriting and performance prowess, for the mighty and heartfelt Without You.
Comical creative and Mandarin tutor Kevin McGeary – known to the open mic scene as The Kev – returns this year with a full-length album of original songs. The quirky and alternative set-up and stories of You Can’t Say Anything These Days meander from topic to topic, offering catchy hooks and acoustic backdrops, whilst promising humorous to … Continued
Uruguayan-British songwriter, drummer and singer Naty Giachino has contributed her talents to a multitude of projects in her years on the scene. The experienced performer and global collaborator began releasing her own solo works just last year, and the result is the uniquely eclectic yet vocally grounded and distinct album Just A Drummer.
Dreamy synth-pop unites with intimate acoustic guitar, for a song that passionately declares its love for a significant other. Jakob The Liar masters the process of dedicative songwriting, with the gentle to anthemic tones and intensity of A Song Like You.