Platinum-selling producer Borgeous released vibrant four-track EP ‘Lights Out’. It is built upon unrelenting energy, with stuttering synths and bold melodies throughout. ‘Bad Boi’ trades heavily on its thumping bass line, which dances around big percussive elements. ‘Another Day’ opens up into an anthemic melodic refrain, which pulls the listener right into Borgeous’ world of…
Category: Albums
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: 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…
Orlando’s C.H.A.Y. releases four tracks of electronic escapism in the form of new EP ‘Travel Far’
Orlando’s C.H.A.Y. releases four tracks of electronic escapism in the form of new EP ‘Travel Far’. Out now via mau5trap, it is an enigmatic blend of various genres – from techno to bass. His versatility as a producer shines through, crafting impressive instrumentals filled with fierce synths and anthemic drums. “My EP ‘Travel Far’ takes…
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…
Chicago’s ALIGN explores human emotion and connection on new five-track EP ‘Intertwine’
Chicago based ALIGN explores the depths of human emotion and connection on new five-track EP ‘Intertwine’. Atmospheric, moody and expressive; ALIGN’s soundscapes tread the edges of electronica. ‘Follow Me’ and ‘Found’ are undeniable singles, melodically superb and joyously dynamic; ‘Though Patterns’ is a personal highlight – displaying the breadth of ALIGN’s impressive production language. “When…
Australian producer, songwriter and DJ Harry Nathan drops dream-pop EP ‘Songs About Dreams About Her’
Australian producer, songwriter and DJ Harry Nathan drops dream-pop EP ‘Songs About Dreams About Her’. It’s a narrative driven record, Bohemian sounds collide with Nathan’s uncanny ability to craft a story through melody. The record is his debut EP, and includes standout singles ‘Rooftops’ and ‘Fool For Your Love’. Soft, gliding vocals meet subtle synth…
‘Bad After We feat. Ghetts & Kojey Radical’ is one of the 15 tracks taken from Shy FX’s new album ‘Raggamuffin SoundTape’
‘Bad After We feat. Ghetts & Kojey Radical’ is one of the 15 tracks taken from Shy FX’s new album ‘Raggamuffin SoundTape’. The record features the likes of Lily Allen, Cara Delevingne, Maverick Sabre and Sinead Harnett. Track by track it flips between soundscapes, taking shapes from R&B, hip-hop, dancehall and Jungle – defying genre…
Quote Club: Luxley hears in colour on expressive new EP ‘Chromatics’
“Chromatics EP comes from my condition “chromasthesia”, a syndrome that I live with that causes me to unconsciously associate sounds with colors. I discovered it when I got into a car accident when I was younger. I didn’t know how to describe the experience until I went to medical school and found literature describing it.” This record is much…
