‘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…
Category: Albums
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…
Platinum-selling producer Borgeous released vibrant four-track EP ‘Lights Out’
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…
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…
