‘Live Another Day’ is UK-based Hugo Valentine’s newest offering, a note on desperate hope. He takes us on an emotional rollercoaster, through the eyes of an addict. The Londoner has released the single having come off some impressive live dates, including a warm up slot for Tom Jones. He fills his music with harmonic depth,…
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Berlin’s Ed Prosek returns with sumptuous new single ‘So Beautiful’, taken from forthcoming EP ‘Light As A Feather’
Berlin’s Ed Prosek returns with sumptuous new single ‘So Beautiful’, taken from forthcoming EP ‘Light As A Feather’. The California-born songwriter is emerging as an influential voice, having risen to prominence on the back of significant blog support; which has led to Prosek recently surpassed twenty million Spotify streams. ‘So Beautiful’ is a gorgeously crafted…
Marshall gifts us with new Americana hymnal ‘Shadows’
‘Shadows’ forms part of Marshall’s emotionally tumultuous album ‘Layers’. The track builds effortlessly and embraces a euphoric, almost biblical feeling. Vocal treatment harks back to the work of Bon Iver and James Blake, and compliments Marshall’s strong, raw vocals to create an intricate and complex tonal landscape that takes the listener on a journey where…
Nikita Afonso releases sultry, vocally-led single ‘Holy My Heart’
‘Holy My Heart’ is the latest release from Canadian singer/songwriter Nikita Afonso. The track showcases Nikita’s incredible vocal control at the forefront, backed with smooth and rhythmic guitar. Nikita’s strong but breathy vocals captivate the listener and provide a vibrant flair that keeps the us wanting more. Follow: Facebook Instagram Twitter
Hozier releases powerful new single ‘Dinner & Diatribes’ in lead up to second album ‘Wasteland, Baby!’ due in March
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Hozier is back with another powerful and experimental single in the lead-up to his long anticipated second album. The latest single ‘Dinner & Diatribes’ maintains an energetic, folk note that is interwoven through melodic and commanding vocals and dense, tribal beat. It seems that Hozier has grown in confidence since the release…
London’s Fred Lessore releases stunning live version of his new single ‘Quietly Drowning’
South East London based crooner Fred Lessore has released the stunning live version of his new single ‘Quietly Drowning’. The stripped session illustrates Lessore’s vocal ability perfectly, with only a guitar providing the instrumental backing. “The motives behind Quietly Drowning are clearly deeper than pure entertainment. At a time where every waking moment has a…
Premiere: Folk fusion ensemble BONOMO release their enigmatic new single ‘Tomorrow’
Folk fusion ensemble BONOMO have released their genre-defying new single ‘Tomorrow’. It’s a stirring track full of energy and emotion, with elegant instrumentation and gripping tension. They recently performed at City Winery NYC and are beginning to make a name for themselves through their unique soundscapes. Influences ranging from folk to jazz to classical bleed…
London based artist and producer Grace Gillespie drops her sumptuous new double-A-side ‘Lady Make Believe // England”
London based artist, songwriter and producer Grace Gillespie has released her new double-A-side. The release follows her debut single ‘Restoration’, which saw Grace rise rapidly in the indie-folk space. It features new original tracks ‘Lady Make Believe’ and ‘England’. The first track is a dream-like psych-folk journey through Grace’s inner monologue. The guitar work is…
On The Record: Emma McGrath talks to us about Butterfly, her upcoming EP, carpentry, BANKS and touring America
Hey, thanks for talking to us. Could you tell our readers a little bit about yourself? No problem, sure thing! I’m from Hertfordshire which is just North of London and I write and play music! When I’m not doing music I have a slightly odd love for carpentry and general DIY stuff. I actually put…
Run Rivers release their sumptuous debut indie-folk single ‘Lost Love’
FFO Fleet Foxes & Bon Iver: Run Rivers are a new electro-folk project fronted by Chris James, the former frontman of ‘Stateless’. The debut single ‘Lost Love’ is a stunning, cinematic piece of powerful folk-pop, with a rousing chorus and delicious harmonies that sit right in the pocket. The official video features Joni Kamen, and…
