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
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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.
Nigerian-Swiss songwriter and artist UCHJA connects in an instant, with the sublime sound-design and evocative depth of her single Girls Like Me Don’t Cry.
Despite the personal subject matter, Montecruz is, as ever, rather masterful in writing his songs in a way that feels accessible to all. These emotions could be yours as much so as our protagonist’s, and that universal realness and welcome is key to building a song that naturally connects and stands the test of time.
Somehow artistically raising the bar further still, and just weeks since the intensely upbeat Despegar crossed our path, creative producer Mek delivers a divinely uplifting new single, in the form of the melodically euphoric and deeply soothing Mi momento.
Stunning vocals, soulful and reverb-kissed, meet with live rhythmic fragments and a three-chord keys loop, as Marta Federici captures a clear sense of evocative swagger and mood, for Io Sceglierei Solo Me.
Building up beautifully, Capsule temporelle quickly evolves from a likable verse to a mighty and quite anthemic hook. Suddenly this already engaging and sublime leading voice is backed by a choir of additional voices and harmonies, and the energy brightens distinctly – a stunning use of contrast, allowing the song to naturally hit with lasting impact.
Introducing a high-octane yet pristine debut from Trance and Techno producer MEK – Despegar is an unmistakable melodic dance tune, with a mighty presence that instantly connects.
Born out of a genuine need for the cathartic process of making heartfelt music – Francis’ Scream writes songs from a place of authenticity and struggle, and delivers them with an air of organic folk-pop that’s both acoustic and vocally distinct.
Classical guitarist, composer and poet Giueseppe Bonaccorso, compiles three enchanting original works this season, under the intriguing and historically familiar concept of Enemies in Love.
Originality and optimism carve out a rhythmic and distinct, playful to cinematic composition – Edilegrand dives wholeheartedly into the instrumental electronic world, with the distinct tones and energy of Onflow.
New music from Allan Jamisen brings a song built from a selection of perfectly crafted moments – the kind of colourful bursts of melody and chorus that resound as those suitable for use in uplifting reels and media alike.