Unpredictable yet satisfying, with a strong suggestion of a compelling live delivery, No Longer Welcome is easily one of the most seductive, memorable tracks to emerge this side of 2021.
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Emotive piano and emotionally drained vocals aptly unite as Comatose Red Ivy addresses the ache of separation throughout a hauntingly honest Take This Dance.
“I feel like having lived through last year and this year it taught me to take it easy, not rush my life and feel like everything needs to get done RIGHT NOW. Take everything one day at a time, and also every hardship passes.”
The writing is top notch, and the classic, organic and humble arrangement helps draw focus to that; making you appreciate the purpose and honesty of the song all the more so.
Immediately inviting with its stylish pairing of acoustic guitar picking and the relentless rhythm of summer dance, BusyBeagle set the mood with ease as an aptly-titled Sailing Away emerges.
Following on from the beautifully colourful and well-received EP of 2020 Dreams, Clément Bindzi releases the equally dreamy and delicate All I Want – the perfect dance-pop summer hit to round off the season.
Acoustic folk-pop rising into pure pop warmth unites with melancholic, characterful vocals as James Arellano digs deep into heartache.
Stylish funk and dance-pop vibes emerge with a nostalgic spoken vocal for a clear sense of carefree swagger and identity – Lefteris Samson crafts with adoration and fun united throughout You Gotta Love Her.
Sun Space keep things creatively fresh with this partly nostalgic yet contrastingly high-octane, contemporary mix – Tell Me follows a fast-paced soulful vocal as it meanders through a deeply personal storyline.
Isaiah Mclaughlin remains one of the most freely expressive, distinctive indie artists around, and this final project shines a striking light on these qualities.
Collaborative power leads with confidence and style throughout a supremely crafted Villain.
Reigniting the intelligence and quiet confidence of the genre from way back when, only with a distinct and memorable air of individuality. O P Yeti is swiftly building a recognisable image and voice that will naturally stand out.