Australian trio daste. return on nostalgic new single ‘What If?’. It weaves a tale of hypotheticals, and moving forwards regardless of the outcome. Driven by a bold bass line, glassy guitars and impressively melodic vocal lines ‘What If?’ is a sonic step forward for the band – who are already impressing listeners and curators alike….
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London’s Hugo Valentine returns with poignant new single ‘Trouble’, a note on exploring one’s mental health
London’s Hugo Valentine returns with poignant new single ‘Trouble’, a note on exploring one’s mental health. It follows on from his debut ‘Live Another Day’, which saw significant support from publications such as Essentially Pop, It’s All Indie and Art Will Fall. There’s no doubt that his sound is attracting listeners, as illustrated by headline shows…
‘Blush’ is the personal new EP from Nashville pop pair mai.la
‘Blush’ is the personal new EP from Nashville pop pair mai.la. Hazy, dream-like productions are built on glassy guitars, soaring vocal melodies and textured percussion. Each track explores a slightly different side of mai.la’s effervescent sound; with stand out track ‘is that what you want?’ displaying the duo’s ability to craft restrained grooves – here’s one…
Quote Club: Genre-defying producer, songwriter and artist Slow Shudder releases stunning debut EP ‘Off The Rails’
Genre-defying producer, songwriter and artist Slow Shudder releases stunning debut EP ‘Off The Rails’. With wide-ranging influences that include electronic, pop, indie and dance – she has created an impressive, unique soundscape. “With my debut EP, I wanted to make a clear statement about what I’m about as an artist and as a human. I…
LA-based duo Coast Modern release genre dodging new single ‘Puppy Llama’
LA-based duo Coast Modern release genre dodging new single ‘Puppy Llama’. The track defies boundaries, drawing on elements from reggae, psychedelic-pop, indie and world music. The resulting soundscape is dream-like, drifting along joyously ethereal melodies. “It’s liberating to feel like you’re creating from a healthy place. It feels genuine ya know?” remarks Atlas. Trapp adds,…
‘Power + Control’ is the new synth pop single from Saint Barae, a note on finding oneself
‘Power + Control’ is the new synth pop single from Saint Barae, a note on finding oneself. Lyrically, the track is poignant; with the Australian artist narrating a journey into understanding his queer identity. The sweeping melodies are framed by throwback production, drenching the listener in rich, warm sounds and bold percussion. “I made this…
Emerging Los Angeles based indie-popper Chandler Juliet impresses with bold new single ‘Take It Or Leave It’
Emerging Los Angeles based indie-popper Chandler Juliet impresses with bold new single ‘Take It Or Leave It’. It is the first single taken from her forthcoming project and sees Juliet put forward a powerful narrative; encouraging the listener to understand their worth and feel comfortable in who they are. The track itself is dynamic, with…
‘Ghost’ is the melody-driven new alt-pop single from rising songwriter Bishop Ivy
‘Ghost’ is the melody-driven new alt-pop single from rising songwriter Bishop Ivy. Having written, co-produced and performed the track – ‘Ghost’ is a deep representation of the artist himself. It puts Ivy’s strikingly effervescent vocal front and center, dancing above a energetic instrumental that oozes emotion. Follow: Instagram
Sydney-based songwriter Esmé treads the space between genres on smooth new single ‘Ella’
Sydney-based songwriter Esmé treads the space between genres on smooth new single ‘Ella’. Initially a jazzy guitar demo, the track was furnished with sumptuous production elements by Royce Wood Junior, Twilite Tone and Chris Penny. A bright beat is accompanied by sizzling synths and expansive, layered harmonies. Indubitably infectious, the melodies are striking, settling on…
Quote Club: Australian song-smith LOVER releases beguiling new single ‘Starving’, an indie-R&B tour de force
Quote Club: Australian song-smith LOVER releases beguiling new single ‘Starving’, an indie-R&B tour de force. Co-produced by Tanssi and daste, a deeply personal narrative is clothed in warm, organic sounds. Sumptuous drums collide with expansive instrumentation, providing a lush bed for LOVER’s smooth vocal. “I was in Queensland for a show and I got a…
