Something carefree and playful yet emotionally rooted, genre-fusing but intimate, almost acoustic – always colourful. Elare André toys with everything from rhythm to structure and melody, with the indie-alternative distinction of MUSIC FOR ALL OCCASIONS.
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Catchy and evocative pop to drive fast and escape into – Luchino is a rising pop artist with a soulful but accessible and smart approach to making music, and My Whole Life is subtle yet effective in its blending of influences and simple, snappy melodies.
From the upcoming debut album Beauty Left Within, singer and songwriter Rudi Burke lays down a colourful balance of folk-pop sentiments and something like pop-punk vocal nuance for that essential twist of character. Red, dead ladybugs presents a full arrangement built around the familiar strum of an acoustic guitar, with the equally distinct fireside fluidity … Continued
With melody, concept and voice all working in unison as something unique and unexpected, Maini Sorri has crafted something truly special and impactful once again, for Belief.
Sultry, smoky vocals and an equally art-noir set-up carve out an exotic and unignorable new lane, as singer and songwriter Luna Sterling guides us through a series of uniquely atmospheric stories, songs, and grooves.
Mialuna has crafted a stunning track for this release, even moving into a pure Gospel-choir a-capella breakaway as the final third swings into view, and the lyrics and warmth of the arrangement become all the more euphoric and powerful at this moment.
In escaping the tyranny of her homeland Iran, the boldly soulful and captivating singer and songwriter Shery M has found solace and escapism through her unwavering passion for music and performance.
A fine collection of songs, all impressively connected by concept and character, but also versatile enough to make this a nostalgic and hopeful project, from an independent songwriter and musician whose approach blends skill and substance to a compelling degree. Well worth escaping into this season.
Returning to the raw essentials of heartfelt songwriting, Maypo Deluxe lets the nuance and realism of his voice and lyricism shine naturally, for the acoustic guitar-led fireside charm and radical acceptance of Living Out Loud.
Live rock and pop written and performed with energy and skill – Hawai’i-born singer and songwriter Pepper Diaz and band The Scoville Scale deliver an uplifting and distinct new indie sound, with the soulful peaks, distorted power chords and riffs of the romantic and impassioned The Long Game.
Southern rock is alive and well, and Taxman is a must-hear for the live-band fanatics and working class heroes of our time.
Lovely to beautiful songwriting, vocals and arranging – Ari Fraser continues to impress, engaging with authenticity and heart, as this ambient country to folk-pop single Where Have You Been provides an emotional earworm, and effectively reminds us to appreciate the beauty and love of connection.