Hard-hitting Techno at a faultless tempo of 148, surrounded by brief melodic bass and key progressions that subtly introduce a mood and sense of movement – H.I.O.B offers up the detailed and euphoric new track Roahr.
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Emerging complete with a set of visuals boldly reinforcing the self-indulgence and optimism at the heart of this pop-hip-hop fusion single, On My Time celebrates the value of appreciating a little me-time, and promises a summer-vibes ear-worm and captivating storyboard in the same instance.
Artistry encapsulated by way of an extensive conceptual project, wholly devoted to its underlying themes and imagery – Kross Irwin screams passionate conviction and compositional prowess, throughout the superb new album the boy who died, but had no funeral.
Following its own creative pathway of four-chord piano and scattered vocals, Love You So makes and breaks its own rules throughout a four-minute thirty-four lifespan, veering on the one hand towards simple organic reggae, and on the other towards the crisp and chaotic realm of DnB.
Perhaps the central lyrics of the opening track encapsulate the themes of this project best – “You can give your love. You can fuck your hate.” Meet The Beat Holes compiles unique anecdotes and broader topical themes, to ultimately celebrate the freedom of love and the power of personal choice.
Classic pop-rock songwriting brings through a poetic ode to commitment and love, as Toronto’s Rachel Brunet delivers the nostalgic new country-kissed single Morning, Noon and Night.
It’s beautiful, but not without melancholy, a certain nostalgic ache – exactly the kind of nuance Bad Bubble is masterful in presenting.
Recapturing the warmth of the summer with a soulful House track designed to lift the mood, Liverpool creative duo Coyne and Hart launch their infectious new single Nobody (Like I Do).
Inspired by the tragic loss of a loved one, this project uniquely captures the raw essence of human sadness and expression – everything from the live acoustic sound and strum to the melodic progressions, patterns and spaces within represents this underlying truth and ache.
Humble but effective, hints of sax and oriental strings feature amidst an otherwise simple rap anthem of storytelling and musical good vibes. There’s darkness in the lyrics, and this contrasts the optimism of the production – another quality Levi Grxce is no stranger to delivering.
Seductively soulful guitar and keys bring forth a nostalgic warmth, as Jeffw collaborates with sublime singer and artist Phoebesharmony, for the beautiful I Trust.
The raw stomp of Folk Rock and expressively raspy vocals enchant from the outset, as Germany’s Mino Chelly pours his heart and artistry, into It.
A captivating single and video, seemingly personal but also accessibly vague in its poetic exploration of seeking escapism from the inevitable hammer of time.