Delightful country-folk musicianship, conceptual purity and depth of voice present a refreshingly original collection of evocative songs, as the UK’s own John Jenkins releases a brand new full-length solo album.
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The entire first half blends genres with fearless conviction, not simply hip hop nor trip hop nor anything else – its own envisioned take on the inspiring concept of rising up from darkness towards the hopeful realm of dreaming.
Anthemic for its infectious hook repeat but also mood-setting for its ambient verses and the flow and story that emerge here, Gbemilo is easy to escape into.
Experimental electronic sound-play rains down with darkness and intrigue, as the unique performer and artist Tate Pouncey introduces a distinct style, with plenty many man.
Re-crafting an instant anthem that rightfully boasts close to a hundred thousand streams on Spotify alone, organic piano and catchy, high-energy bars unite, for the funk-infused and infectious Never Drinking Again.
Warm production lights up acoustic finger-style guitar and heavy yet mellow bass, as Shannon Shea introduces the folk contemplations and images of Card Castle.
Layering those unmistakable vocals in a uniquely bright and bold fashion, 3mind Blight masters the production and songwriting space, with his latest and perhaps last single for quite some time.
Once again LAZORE captures a sensational guitar sound. Just Another Day is the brand new single, distinct in its own right but also unmistakable given the growing repertoire from a defiantly recognizable artist.
Following on from the Ukrainian Aid-raising single Where Did You Go, newly-founded project Wall Side release two further songs in the run-up to completing and presenting their first full-length album.
Written out of a deep consideration for what daily life would be like amidst the chaos and uncertainty of Ukraine at this time, Where Did You Go adopts the perspective of a civilian slowly and increasingly losing the people they hold close.
Summer vibes in strong supply light up the tropical tones, soulful melodies and awaking energy of Doppe & Kokke’s latest release No Lime Required.
Featuring seductive hints of freestyle electric guitar, alongside trip-hop-style rhythms and a retro array of keys and synths, the humble production leads with a soulful edge of relevance to its own lyrical story.