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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…

Germany’s MARTEN HØRGER releases punchy electronic EP ‘GONNA BE ME’ via CONFESSION

Germany’s MARTEN HØRGER releases punchy EP ‘GONNA BE ME’ via Tchami’s label CONFESSION. Comprised of two new original tracks, it follows HØRGER’S unique brand of vibrant house music. The title track is an energetic electronic number with a big vocal sample providing melody; the second offering ‘WILD’ features Karol Tip, another German producer who trades…

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…

Rising producer Justin Mylo teams up with Dallas based artist Shaylen on ‘Won’t Stop’

Rising producer Justin Mylo teams up with Dallas based artist Shaylen on ‘Won’t Stop’. At only 23 years old, the emerging beat smith is beginning to make his mark – with over 100 million streams on Spotify to his name. His trademark floor filling electronica is on display on ‘Won’t Stop’, with big synths, bold…

‘me&her’ is the synth-filled new single from Australian artist JVLY

‘me&her’ is the synth-filled new single from Australian artist JVLY. It sees him team up with Swiss producer DRKTMS and was inspired by JVLY’s new analogue synthesiser; textured electronic patterns can be heard in a production brimming with warmth. The smooth, soul flecked beat dances along a vivacious bass line – providing a rhythmic foundation…

Berlin-based twocolors put an electronic spin on ‘Make It Louder’ by The Dead Daisies

Berlin-based duo twocolors put an electronic spin on ‘Make It Louder’ by The Dead Daisies. The rising production pair are beginning to make a name for themselves by straddling genres; the blend of electronic and organic instrumentation results in a textured soundscape that pumps along on a house beat. Guitars dart in and out whilst…

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…

London’s Emma McGrath seeks honesty on ‘Other Side’

London’s Emma McGrath seeks honesty on new single ‘Other Side’. It is taken from her forthcoming EP, due for release this Autumn. Out now via Young Poet Records, ‘Other Side’ is characteristically pop, built on McGrath’s ability to write beautifully melodic vocal lines – reverb-laden guitars add depth and space. It’s an impressive outing given…

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WOOF balances chaos & control in post-punk single ‘LICK!’

Delta of Venus reveal long-form visuals for double A-side ‘Disengaged b/w Slipping’

Sophie Li’s ‘Magnets’ pulls listeners into a chaotic love affair

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Salomé Songbird’s ‘Jellyfish’ is an acoustic meditation on isolation

Matya’s ‘Night Light’ shines with irresistible groove and creative liberation