A colourful and chaotic new single, already noting close to 100k views in just a few days, and despite its sub-three-minute lifespan, Ani Mori Nuse makes sure to leave its mark. This dancehall re-awakening brings Balkan Ethnic singing to the forefront, and makes for a culture and genre-fusing highlight from this year so far.
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Something precise yet ambient – an interesting fusion of retro electronic tones and those that sweep through the space like summertime EDM; all with a female lead that’s breathy to impassioned. John Paolo captures the energy and escapism of longer days, with the intoxicating single Lost In You.
Heartfelt integrity through a stripped-back, evocative acoustic realm. Piano and vocals simply paired, melody and emotion intertwined for something raw, real, and compelling. AD9 starts up an engaging and memorable EP, with the beautifully moving hip hop and RnB-fusing gem Sticking It Out.
From introspective ambient indie to RnB and ethereal afropop – Viveeyan is an artist whose voice and songwriting resound amidst an eclectic, intimate production realm.
All too often our unnecessary billionaires are looked up to, almost as Godlike, but there’s a painful reality to their roles, which needs much more attention. A Billion Buys dreamily and memorably shines light on this truth.
The brilliant Lion Drome continue their climb, this time briefly softening the mood with something sultry, funky, but ultimately dark and intense in its commitment to concept. Featuring lush vocals, expressive and fluid, with long-form verse melodies that descend and satisfy with charm and character, Goodnight Sleep Tight is a compelling taste of the upcoming … Continued
Huge production, heavy atmospheric design and anthemic songwriting – a rapper and artist with a truly uninhibited sense of identity and confidence. Jhaos reaches peak intensity and vibe, with the dark tones, industrial rhythms, and gritty vocal outpouring of NotMe.
An uplifting indie pop single with an inspiring central theme of self-belief and self-love. Pollo B crafts a timeless classic that’s hopeful, heartfelt, and conceptually relatable.
Creative and interesting rock music, great riffs and a strong groove – an old-school progressive rock tone and gritty, accessible leading voice. CJ Seventy captures something surprisingly raw and real for this track, and delivers a conceptual story and motivational tone all at once.
From the emotional depths of Victory Lane through the quieter contemplation and melodic emotion of Never Know and the unmissable, intelligent Full Circle, Unapologetic continues to build a story and scenes indicative of an artist for whom authenticity is key.
Soul-Pop vocals and mellow production, harmonies and heartfelt sentiments – Stay In My Arms marks a distinct introduction to the contemporary audio project of Maurice Norwood.
An instant favourite from recent submissions. Despite the animated artwork, hedas captures something incredibly real, pure, and evocative, with the low-key passionate tone and tempo of a wanderer ascends.