Initially appealing for its Tim Minchin-esque vocal lead, The Earthquake’s Daughter soon becomes both an earworm and an alternative indie hit that’s lyrically refreshing. Ghost Rebel Club have a likeable sound, but in this case, it’s their snappy and alluring songwriting that really sets them apart.
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To coincide with the release of the stunning and empowering new genre-fusing single UNSEEN, we caught an interview with French rapper and artist willine, to find out more about the music, the inspiration for the song, the ambitions that drive things, and plenty more. Here’s how it went. * * * Hi willine – it’s … Continued
Musically diverse, conceptually unfiltered – honest, raw – with a clear recognisable identity, which connects for humanity and talent combined. French songwriter, rapper and artist willine writes incredibly catchy, poignant and powerful modern songs, fusing genres with subtlety and charm.
The ever-creatively confrontational Ignatious C. Litroc takes things to scornful and stirring new levels, with the politely misleading title and impressively gripping alt-folk single Particles Of.
The lyrics are in French, but you can translate, or simply feel your way through. The hook is snappy, catchy and both uncertain and conclusive – a quality that highlights the nuance and ability of Zanager’s writing style.
Initially extending its reach as a timeless electronic house track, JUST SAY appeals at first for this simple surrounding beat and panned hi-hats, the rising melody and bass-line; the nostalgia. Soon enough though, as the keys build anticipation, the disco-esque vibrancy of the track’s peak leans into view, and suddenly we enter a much more other-worldly experimental realm.
Huge drum and bass vibes, the nostalgic waves of bass and the euphoric female voice – a fresh songwriting thread to back up a clear level of ability and attention to detail from the producer. JAGWAG delivers a nostalgic anthem to light up the space, with Over You. Melancholic but empowered in both topic and … Continued
LE BRUIT present a brilliantly original, engaging and interesting alt-folk style, both immersive and satisfying, whilst maintaining a clear edge of unpredictable artistry – as the passion rises and the melodies tumble down their own rabbit hole of wonder.
The idea is protection and teaching, raising children who can deal with anything in a bright and empowered fashion, despite a darkened world – instil a sense of change and possibility that lasts – and the song naturally gets that kind of positive energy flowing through the space.
Delicate piano-pop with dreamy evocative vocals and a meandering, melancholic tuneful thread of appeal. AMAZONE LILI lets the music take things from intimate to empowered, as the rising drama and choir-supported depth of Tu restes increasingly captivates.
Organic music that just works, connects and needs not to be analysed. NoCopyright capture attention for the sheer seductive groove and vocal prowess of their opening moments, as Fellow Song slowly but surely tightens its creative grip.
Unity is essential, and a key aspect of Faith – this belief in something more, something bigger, and in better days. The song’s sheer optimism and minimalist approach in contrast to the complex vocal layering all helps let that sense of Faith and possibility ring loud and linger in the mind.