It’s a devastating ending, but the calm and quiet of the music, the humility and tiredness of the vocal, all counters the impact of this – making it feel like a necessary surrender of sorts, to the unsolvable desperation and ache of searching for someone who can’t be found.
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The song evolves from intimate and warming, to near-euphoric and quite stunning at its peak. The final moments just briefly introduce a whole choir of vocals and instrumental fullness – the band set-up and backing voices all reinforcing that unrelenting dedication to a significant other.
Introducing the perfect electro-pop track to immerse yourself in this season – Charlotte Jade blends pop perfection with eighties synth-wave and a deep groove, for the smooth and engaging BACK TO YOU.
Hugely cinematic production sets a quickly intriguing vibe – Pastor Weed branches back to his Hip Hop roots, with the sharp bars and haunting, unforgettable hook of the mighty FORGOTTEN.
Initially reflecting on the stark contrast between adverts – one for luxury living followed by one requesting charitable support for those in poverty – The Borderline takes a universal look at the striking separation and still connection between all of us as we go about our lives.
Retro-robotic vocals and dreamy to lo-fi electronic production meet with conceptual intention of a bold, uninhibited nature. Jud A. Moller captures a series of contemporary reflections, with the raw mixing and modern world contemplations of The Evil World EP.
Upbeat instrumental rock with a Rolling Stones persona and groove – an elusive artist, energising the space with layers of guitars, bass, rhythm and power. TJX Media introduces an uplifting and organic approach to instrumental rock, with the quickly electrifying sound of big city.
Nostalgic folk-fusion performer and songwriter Gwyn English Nielsen captures a smooth balance between the intimacy of acoustic music and the boldness of musical theatre, with the unplugged tones, conceptual scorn, and vocal prowess of You Give He Takes.
Long-time songwriter and performer Dave Tony, known for his immersive arrangements and authenticity as an established artist, collaborates with singer and songwriter Destiny La Vibe Music, for the smooth and nostalgically soulful embrace of I Still Want You.
Dreamy surf-rock guitar sounds and raspy vocals light up a kind of summertime joy and celebration – mikey6strings unites musicianship and songwriting expertise, for the smooth and catchy Best Friends.
Thoughtfully combining the true stories of the past with musical influences once borders apart, now seamlessly united, Munich’s Gleis 11 promise an addictive and organic example of collaboration at its most creative and engaging, and Auf der Welt is a brilliantly catchy ode to that.
Retro-instrumental quirks with an imaginative twist – a familiar cover concept, but a track and intention that’s quick to redirect things. Slender Guitarist offers a creative look at two worlds colliding, with this pop-punk meets old-school gamer tones composition, for If GREEN DAY’s Brain Stew was in Pizza Tower.