Following the release of his funky synth-soaked anthem No Driver, a song that directly takes on the concept of tech-controlled cars and the future of the daily commute, we caught an interview with lifelong musician and performer Ronkat Spearman, to find out more about the song, the upcoming EP, and his journey to this point. Here’s how it went.
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Creating art out of trauma is a painful but ultimately therapeutic process, and if that art or music can in turn provide the same kind of solace and understanding for other victims of abuse, then its all the more rewarding. Johnny Bottos tells his story in a unique and empowering way, with the pure poetry, sheer weight, and musical precision of Crown Of Thorns.
Great vibes, great structure – an album reminiscent of those crafted with purpose and story, designed to entertain and impress all at once. romethegreat sets the scene with ease, as I Am Coming opens up the mighty ten-track album Godlike 2.
Catchy mainstream Hip Hop with an intense earworm of a hook – Mugg Man and Jon Glenn carve out an acoustic-rap and pop gem, with the unforgettable single My Town.
The defiantly distinct sound and thoughtful style of Amo Jr. excels with prowess and subtle power, as the debut single from his brand new album hits the scene to effectively carve out its own unique creative lane.
Melodically infectious, musically on-point, Travelling Man sets itself up to be a timeless Americana classic, with a welcomed twist of mainstream pop in how catchy the central hook and presentation is. The genre is huge right now, and this one makes for a nostalgic easy contender.
An autistic artist with an unrivalled creative depth to his approach, there’s freedom and precision united throughout Emcee’s repertoire, and as an introduction to that quality, Love Is Kind is a natural must.
Classic Pop songwriting at an EDM-ready pace meets with cascading synths and unorthodox traits akin to a more neo-classical realm – Northern Ireland’s Amie Woodhouse brings the sultry hook and floor-filler vibes all at once, with Hypnotic.
Crisp acoustic guitar playing leads us into an intimate groove, backed by a light trap rhythm and trembling vocals soaked in desperation. Digital God has built up a uniquely expressive catalogue of original tracks, from which Genetically Modified Monkey marks a fine introduction to the introspective complexities of his style.
Darkly distorted rock blends a retro-electronic groove with upfront vocal mixing and Faith-driven lyrics. Jimi Nix presents a duo-led dynamic performance, throughout the strong riffs and catchy hook of The Devil’s Going Down In The End.
Designed to inspire and connect with women for its celebration of the self, Tricia Lo’s brand new EP is a fiercely passionate collection of songs, the likes of which transcend the walls of genre and naturally empower and uplift listeners.
INHALE feels like an alt-rock offering from a simpler time, those ethereal electric guitar riffs and the surrounding static blending beautifully with the vocal’s mysterious outline of reflections, before the energy switches gears immensely for the drop to the hook.