‘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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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…
Quote Club: Brighton based four-piece Swoon shine a spotlight on their city through new single ‘Bubble’
Brighton based four-piece Swoon shine a spotlight on their city through new single ‘Bubble’. Electronic production meets organic, live instruments; creating an anthemic sound pushed forward by soaring lead melodies. The vocal is enigmatic, ringing out with confidence – a true celebration of the city they love. “‘Bubble’ is about the city of Brighton; the…
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…
Quote Club: James Bay releases new EP ‘Oh My Messy Mind’ including fan-favourite track ‘Bad’
“I regularly write things down in a stream of consciousness to empty my head. Oh My Messy Mind is a line I wrote on a particularly dark day a little while ago. It seemed to reflect a weight that I felt I was carrying at the time, and that comes back now and again”. “The…
‘Let Me Hold You’ is the immersive new single from Nick Wilson
‘Let Me Hold You’ is the beautiful vocally-led single from Nick Wilson. Infused with deep, natural piano tones, the track combines raw vocals with subtle yet rich electronic harmonies, all tied together within a lilting melody. Co-written with Nick Atkinson and Edd Holloway, ‘Let Me Hold You’ lyrically tackles feelings of frustration and reconciliation found…
Emerging songwriter Olivia Nelson finds love on ‘Cherry Chapstick’, taken from forthcoming EP ‘Back To You’
Emerging songwriter Olivia Nelson finds love on ‘Cherry Chapstick’, taken from forthcoming EP ‘Back To You’. It sees Nelson trade on her unique brand of narrative writing, weaving a story around R&B tinged melodies. A soulful vocal performance punctuates the contemporary production; with a bold beat that drifts between organic textures and electronic elements. Tipped…
Lebanon-born producer offrami blends tropical rhythms and west-coast beats on ‘Kumbaye’
Lebanon-born producer offrami blends tropical rhythms and west-coast beats on ‘Kumbaye’; it features Rotex and continues the rich vein of form that has seen the rapidly emerging beat-smith rack up over 60 million streams across his catalogue. The new single is joyously danceable, with vivacious percussion and climbing melodies. Follow: Instagram
Quote Club: South East London’s Narcsus Prye links up with T.A.E on lively new single ‘Future Cities’
“T.A.E is someone that I actually started working with in 2015. He’s a bit of a musical polymath (drummer, composer, arranger, conductor to name a few) and I actually heard him writing/recording the guide vocs for a project in which he plays the drums. I was like ‘who’s this?’ and next thing I’m asking him…
Nashville based songwriter estef eliminates shame on vibrant new single ‘Anyway’
Nashville based songwriter and artist estef eliminates shame on vibrant new single ‘Anyway’. The production is joyously expressive, combining a sweet lo-fi groove with organic textures and searingly infectious melodies. estef’s vocal is nonchalant, expressing the emotional narrative with ease; she is currently working on finishing her upcoming EP ‘Nicotine’, so be sure to watch…
