Building up from what feels like a folk-rock anthem in the making, into a piano-led dance-pop realm of higher energy and conceptual inspiration, No Competition ultimately introduces a songwriter with a clear ability to frame ideas in a melodically enchanting way.
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Songwriter Jon Casto fronts the acoustic and atmospheric World Music tones and conceptualisations of Universal Appeal – an act devoted to intertwining the deeply personal and the broadly relatable.
The Price Of Liberty showcases precisely these qualities, presenting a sense of individual journey and political poignancy throughout its exploration of liberty and this callout for freedom and possibility.
Introducing an explosive and unforgettable debut – indie rock four-piece MEGAWHAT get the chemistry just right, with the boldly self-reflective, anthemic and uplifting new single WAKE UP.
Progressive psychedelic production and boldly emotive vocals deliver an intensely cinematic and impressively original collaboration – creative artist and songwriter Daniel Michael joins forces with the legendary Gucci Mane, for the immense new psy-trance and alt-rock single Indigo.
Lifelong metal devotees Friday Dies have released a plethora of original music under their name, uniting the muggy haze of grunge with the pace and evolutionary composition of progressive metal – a quality that stands insanely tall for the single Of Wizards and Witches.
Gospel minister and revivalist Ronke Kuti puts in a deeply impassioned performance for this release, the storyteller and writer brings a fresh sense of optimism and gratitude to Faith-based Gospel music, and presents a song that would no doubt raise the roof beautifully in the live setting.
Our protagonist sings with emotional strain about loneliness and the struggle to adapt to the fast-pace of life, but meanwhile this ethereal back and forth of the chords and these light drums, the reverb-kissed guitar pouring through like waves of optimism, creates an unassuming safe space – within which these thoughts can really connect.
Zyxon Ebenflow Neuman – a musician and podcast creator employing both passion and work ethic when it comes to original content. Inside Sri (Sun) is an EP that showcases the conscious and expressive nature of his music, but perhaps more importantly, encapsulates the expressive freedom and flow of his approach to all things creative.
Standing tall on the strength of its underlying solo acoustic guitar pattern and the sheer positivity and glow of the writing, RJ Dennis strips things back to the bare essentials, connecting with heart and some much-needed hopefulness, for After The Storm.
Creative freedom takes the wheel, as warped sound-design unites distorted guitars and heavy rhythm and bass – Nique Star demands attention well, for the girl who breaks hearts.
“Working with 4-5 octaves, I know my voice very well and in any situation, after 10 years of focused practice, I focus on what my voice is comfortable with.”
In celebration of the launch of her latest single First Love, we caught up with the one and only Justine Blanchet. We talk about the inception of the song, the power of collaboration, how things have changed for the artist over time, and plenty more. Here’s how it went. * * * Hi Justine, great … Continued