Time stands still for Mokita on new single ‘ICLYA’, a musing on intentional love and intimate moments. It’s dramatic, anthemic and nostalgia-tinged; glassy guitar licks set the tone, eventually opening up into a rousing chorus that relies heavily on Mokita’s emotive vocal performance. “This was one of those songs that kind of came out of…
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‘Somewhere New’ is the unique new single from Australian producer Laurel Laxxes, out now via Mammal Sounds Records
‘Somewhere New’ is the unique new single from Australian producer Laurel Laxxes, out now via Mammal Sounds Records. It’s a rich, lush soundscape filled with vibrant textures and crisp percussion; reverb-laden elements provide space whilst featured artist Gavin Beach lends a soaring melody to top off the instrumental. “I was living such an incredible life…
Enigmatic Netherlands based group Campsite Dream rework on Mario’s ‘Let Me Love You’
Enigmatic Netherlands based group Campsite Dream rework on Mario’s ‘Let Me Love You’. Previous covers have led them to over 100 million Spotify streams, with a sound that lies on the edges of soul, house, pop and electronica. The new offering is lively, underpinned by an undeniable groove. It’s a fresh take on a firm…
Launchpad: London’s Hannah Slavin releases bright visual for her breakout bop ‘I Am A Mess’
London’s Hannah Slavin releases bright visual for her breakout bop ‘I Am A Mess’. It’s a lively, feel good track that oozes the upbeat pop vibe of stars like Sigrid and Charlie Puth. The bass pumps, synths dart in and out and Slavin delivers a huge vocal hook in the chorus. ‘I Am A Mess’…
‘Passy’ is the vibrant new R&B single from Hackney’s Marko Kun
‘Passy’ is the vibrant new R&B single from Hackney’s Marko Kun. A pop infused production set against Kun’s energetic vocal performance creates an undeniably lively sound; bouncy synths and glitchy percussion provide rhythms whilst rising melodies drift atop. This is the perfect bop to add to your upcoming summer playlists. “Passy is a testimonial song…
Electronic funk punk trio Vandebilt releases relentlessly rhythmic ‘Pushing Through’
Electronic funk punk trio Vandebilt releases relentlessly rhythmic ‘Pushing Through’. It treads the boundaries between synth-pop, indie and funk; with a focus on searing vocal melodies. Guitars abound, driving the chorus with percussive riffs – whilst a bold bass line completes the sound. Synths are also a hallmark of the band’s sound, tying in electronic…
Pop prodigy Isaac Dunbar continues his rich vein of form on smooth new single ‘Woman On The Hills’
Pop prodigy Isaac Dunbar continues his rich vein of form on smooth new single ‘Woman On The Hills’. At only 16 years old, Dunbar has done something many independent artists could only dream of – carving out a committed fan based and a defined sound. With over two million Spotify streams to his name, there…
Launchpad: Australian songwriter and producer Stevan bursts onto the scene with ‘Timee’
Australian songwriter and producer Stevan bursts onto the scene with ‘Timee’. The 18 year old multi-instrumentalist draws inspiration form the likes of Al Green, Stevie Wonder, Frank Ocean and Childish Gambino; elements of each can be heard in his undeniable new track. Glassy guitars, warped vocals, a bold beat and rich harmonies combine to create…
Indie-pop pair Apollo LTD release their stunning self-produced album ‘Out Of Body’
Indie-pop pair Apollo LTD release their stunning self-produced album ‘Out Of Body’. It is a 13 track collection that drifts between various modes of rock, from indie to alternative and through to the edge of pop. The constant thread that connects them is a joyously mature grasp of melody, with the album stuffed full of…
Brisbane based artist Jamie Lane continues to beguile listeners on debut EP ‘Minimal Haze’
Brisbane based artist Jamie Lane continues to beguile listeners on debut EP ‘Minimal Haze’. His particular brand of alt-R&B is peppered with electronic elements, with sumptuous synth work meeting sombre songwriting. The vocal blends with ease, gliding smoothly over the energetic soundscape. New single ‘Bleed’ showcases this perfectly, with Lane’s percussion driven instrumental leading the…
