Crank up the volume for this one, a modern day blues rock anthem with a high-octane output and a deeply moving sentiment at its core. SOUTHDOGROCK encapsulate the energy and grit of their name, with the bold and brilliantly uplifting UGLY BROTHERS.
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Great production is quick to envelop listeners, as Albuquerque electronic goth artist Midnight Thorn showcases the results of an appreciated period of isolation and creative escapism.
The UK’s own Yoji blends old-school DnB vibes with blissfully soulful, meandering vocals, for a sound that’s instantly distinct, uplifting, and comfortingly nostalgic.
Introducing a completely fresh take on the limitless world of electronic dance music. Relentless kick rhythms and old-school synths present a sort of epic cavern of sound, as Mirosonic captures the space between two extremes, for the uniquely energising but haunting single CATWALK TRANCE, Galaxy Club Remix.
Dreamy old-school production rising into a fully-loaded jazz to neo-classical production – Keith Eatmon sets a smooth and engaging vibe, with the opening warmth and subsequently genre-blending journey of Jamaica.
It’s always the songwriting that separates the lasting artists from the crowd. Great voices can entertain, but a great song can stand the test of time, and that seems to be what lets the single Burn rise above many folk-pop and indie releases.
Japanese pop artist Sena Kana has amassed an impressive following in her time on the scene, noting collaborations with the likes of Wiz Khalifa and Sheppard – for the 2019 single Up. That particular release was certified Gold in the USA, and ultimately helped set off an upward trajectory for the uniquely distinct pop singer.
From the brand new album Artificial Xmas, AI troubadour Marcel Du Chimp captures an impressive intertwining of vintage nostalgia and contemporary production and reference, with the rather brilliant and quirky single Crypto-Claws are coming to town.
Nyc Flo brings together the classic old school weight of heartfelt, motivational hip hop, and the creatively immersive soundscapes of genres like jazz, soul, big band and afrobeat, throughout his inspiring new album AQUARIUS FEVER VOL. II.
Time for something consistently enjoyable but also completely at odds with expectation or the confines of genre. coke the bear presents a series of thoughtful contemplations and catchy hooks, throughout the emotionally loaded, genre-fusing and wildly engaging new album Snow Algebra.
Clear a little floor space for this one, or get yourself some quality speakers or headphones for the full experience.
Amsterdam creative producer ShenniX captures an intoxicating balance between the looping intensity of techno and the artistic freedom of unlimited sound-play, with his latest unignorable release Let The Music Take You.
Creatively bridging the gap between nostalgic reggae and the contemporary hip hop and alternative pop realms, Jah Sent delivers a five-track EP of originals, which prove as diverse as they are heartfelt and melodically engaging.