‘Change happens at my pace’ makes up the acronym, and the EP YOLO encapsulates the roots of the story to a bold degree.
Music
Immediately inviting with its stylish pairing of acoustic guitar picking and the relentless rhythm of summer dance, BusyBeagle set the mood with ease as an aptly-titled Sailing Away emerges.
Following on from the beautifully colourful and well-received EP of 2020 Dreams, Clément Bindzi releases the equally dreamy and delicate All I Want – the perfect dance-pop summer hit to round off the season.
The UK’s own BaitFaceRyy is swiftly building an indie empire with his uniquely emotive take on contemporary hip hop fusion.
Acoustic folk-pop rising into pure pop warmth unites with melancholic, characterful vocals as James Arellano digs deep into heartache.
Reggae rhythms and simple, organic musicianship guides us seductively into a catchy and summertime-ready Rolling from world-music artist The Pirate.
Stylish funk and dance-pop vibes emerge with a nostalgic spoken vocal for a clear sense of carefree swagger and identity – Lefteris Samson crafts with adoration and fun united throughout You Gotta Love Her.
Sun Space keep things creatively fresh with this partly nostalgic yet contrastingly high-octane, contemporary mix – Tell Me follows a fast-paced soulful vocal as it meanders through a deeply personal storyline.
Isaiah Mclaughlin remains one of the most freely expressive, distinctive indie artists around, and this final project shines a striking light on these qualities.
Collaborative power leads with confidence and style throughout a supremely crafted Villain.
Saxophone proves a likable calling card, a constant trait that KJFocus has mastered to a blissfully consuming level.
Reigniting the intelligence and quiet confidence of the genre from way back when, only with a distinct and memorable air of individuality. O P Yeti is swiftly building a recognisable image and voice that will naturally stand out.