Dream-rock to sink into, hazy guitars and reverb, organic playing and waves of atmospheric production – breathy vocals are softly expressive, amidst poetic lyrics that call out for lasting intimacy. Allo Monroe captures a moment perfectly, with the stillness and ambition of Somewhere Across The Veil.
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Originality and optimism carve out a rhythmic and distinct, playful to cinematic composition – Edilegrand dives wholeheartedly into the instrumental electronic world, with the distinct tones and energy of Onflow.
Deep bass and soulful RnB vocals pour through with a blissful degree of nostalgia – Sleazy Ed introduces a smooth take on good-vibes and real-life storytelling, with the likes of Nastolgia.
Ukulele rock troubadour Winchester 7 softens the mood this season, blending the warmth of genuine vocals, with the organic set-up of live acoustic musicianship, and a storyline that unites vulnerability and hope in a captivating way.
Drive off into the sunset, adventure ahead and the weight of the past firmly behind you. JJ Rane pays tribute to Western Canadian Rock, with the gritty depths, soaring riffs, and raspy vocals of the five-track EP Back into the River.
From the courthouse to the studio, creativity rings loud throughout the eclectic original repertoire of hard-working attorney, singer, songwriter, rapper, drummer and producer 17thekid.
Alongside songwriting strength and structure, the subject matter is refreshingly original, comical but still performatively vulnerable, and presents the very best of Eddie Wang’s uniquely juxtaposed sense of entertainment and appeal.
The perfect title for a well-grounded but uninhibited collection of creatively free songs. Erik Louis James celebrates the freedom of honest expression and musicianship, with the distinct but aptly diverse album Eclecticism.
San Francisco rock project Potential Commotion delivers a light-hearted, upbeat indie-rock take on punk rock sentiments, with a song that draws upon precisely the declaration made by its title.
Beautifully uplifting songwriting, divine vocals amidst a blissful and relevant production style – Daven Lucas engages and uplifts, with the poetic purity and motivational depth of I Prayed, I Cried.
New music from Allan Jamisen brings a song built from a selection of perfectly crafted moments – the kind of colourful bursts of melody and chorus that resound as those suitable for use in uplifting reels and media alike.
Think blues rock, Americana, rock and roll, all carefully intertwined throughout a live-sounding album of nine original tracks. What’s more, Thunder Bridge is the dynamic duo’s debut – an impressively established playlist of energising gems, and a timeless style reignited amidst a series of modern reflections.