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…
Category: Indie
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…
‘Uneven’ is the emotive new single from UK-based trio Luna Pines, an ode in remembrance of a close friend
‘Uneven’ is the emotive new single from UK-based trio Luna Pines, an ode in remembrance to a close friend of band member Lotta van de Berg. Framed within a glassy housing of expansive electronic sounds mixed with dream pop melodies – the track oozes atmosphere. The gorgeously woven narrative punctuates the ambience, delivering serious depth….
Quote Club: Nashville’s Mokita treads between genres on expansive new EP ‘4201’
Nashville based songwriter and producer Mokita treads between genres on expansive new EP ‘4201’. From upbeat dynamic R&B to smooth organic soundscapes driven by guitar – the record shows off the breadth of Mokita’s musical palette. “4201.. the name of the EP, is just the street address number of the house where I wrote all…
Quote Club: Ohio based four-piece 90’s KIDS drops infectious new single ‘Body Language’
Ohio based four-piece 90’s KIDS drops infectious new single ‘Body Language’. This is joyously irreverent nostalgia-pop at its finest; with bright melodies taking center stage. Catchy hooks abound, opening up into a rousing chorus that rings out above the energetic, percussion flecked soundscape. “Body Language” represents an effortless mix of catchy pop vocals and addictive…
Quote Club: Toronto’s Illyin Pipes stun on downtempo synth-pop EP ‘Waking Up’
Toronto’s Illyin Pipes stun on downtempo synth-pop EP ‘Waking Up’. The duo, comprised of Jill Harris and Thom Varey create layered tracks, rich with lush synths, bold vocal melodies and swirling beats. Their new five-track is a masterclass in textured soundscapes, emotive and poignant. “When I was writing the songs I was struggling with a…
Hawaii-based songwriter Tim Rose delivers undeniable groove on new single ‘LEFT ON READ’
Hawaii-based songwriter Tim Rose delivers undeniable groove on new single ‘LEFT ON READ’. The video is part 3 of a visual series that will culminate in the release of a short film; joyously rich, the track oozes soul. Smooth guitar licks, a big beat and bumping bass fill the production – with Rose’s sparkling vocal…
Nashville’s R.LUM.R releases sumptuous visual for falsetto-driven single ‘How This Feels’
Nashville’s R.LUM.R releases sumptuous visual for falsetto-driven single ‘How This Feels’. Dark, brooding production opens up into a gloriously poignant hook; “So, can we be real? About how this feels”, sings R.LUM.R – narrating the intricacies and complexities of a burgeoning relationship. It is taken from his upcoming major label album, due out vi Island…
Long Beach’s Roet faces his personal fears on new single ‘Love You/Love Me’
Long Beach’s Roet faces his personal fears on new single ‘Love You/Love Me’. A full service artist, he produces, writes and performs his music – bringing his creative vision to life. ‘Love You/Love Me’ is the lead single from his upcoming EP, and sees the West Coast native combine indie and electronic elements to create…
Northern Irish quartet Hunkpapa release rousing indie romp ‘Cappuccino’
Northern Irish quartet Hunkpapa release rousing indie romp ‘Cappuccino’. They describe themselves as, “four eccentrics from Armagh, with a loose grip on social norms and reality – specialising in anthemic bangers.” An apt description of their sound. Massive choruses, searing guitar riffs and dynamic instrumentation is the name of the game; ‘Cappuccino’ trades on these…
