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…

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‘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…

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Premiere: New Zealand’s La Felix releases rhythmic new single ‘Healing’ featuring vocals from glasscat

New Zealand’s La Felix releases rhythmic new single ‘Healing’ featuring vocals from glasscat. Effortlessly groovy, the track build on an energetic base of percussion, swirling synths and rising melodies. The chorus is an indubitable ear worm, presenting a well crafted hook that floats atop a smooth production. “The vocals for “Healing” were actually written separately…

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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,…

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