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UK--Europe
Coinciding with his first Celtic Christmas Tour in the UK, A Celtic Christmas compiled a diverse collection of classics and reimagined them entirely in the acoustic fingerstyle and folk realm.
The live and fairly raw sound of authentic indie songwriting captures attention from the outset, as Katie Brown releases her latest poetic outpouring, in the form of the melodically enchanting and imagery-laden Insomnia.
Admittedly nostalgic for its superb blending of trip hop-style production and that indie vocal twist of character, Time Again follows a single concept and a single lyrical question for the most part, across an expanding tapestry of immersive electronic design.
Smilee has made waves throughout the UK scene since the release of her debut single Wavelength back in 2020, and continues to build upon that with both precision and passion as a modern artist.
Introducing a sensational Celtic Folk anthem blending musical brilliance with passionate conviction and political depth, European Festival legends Brophy’s Law deliver a boldly evocative, catchy and poignant anti-war single, for Stand Together.
The unmistakable creative depth and composition effort of Gary Louca – AKA Deltiimo – shines as brightly as ever, for this powerful and anthemic new Country Rock and Pop release Weigh Down On You.
Piano-led reflections emerge from the full-length mixtape History In The Making, as rapper and artist Enncee keeps things authentic and heartfelt, for Wasting My Time
Following its own creative pathway of four-chord piano and scattered vocals, Love You So makes and breaks its own rules throughout a four-minute thirty-four lifespan, veering on the one hand towards simple organic reggae, and on the other towards the crisp and chaotic realm of DnB.
The final resolve of ‘You’re not welcome around here’ is brilliant. The band ultimately leave you tracing back through the lyrical journey, exploring the ideas and references and, hopefully, immersing yourself in refreshed perspective and empathy.
Sublime Deep House and soulful melodic stylings unite with a powerful euphoric build up – Felix Nova brings character and emotion to modern dance, for Out Of Love.
Timeless Pop gold from Alex Woburn emerges once again, this time with the unexpectedly catchy and colourful, contradictory appeal of Boring Stories.