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On The Record: New York’s DOPICO chats to us about her rebrand, the industry, songwriting and living in NYC

You recently rebranded from “Madeleine Dopico” to “DOPICO”. What was your reasoning behind that change and what was the process like? I’m glad I started out going by my full name when I began pursuing music seriously. It felt like I was throwing my rawest self into the industry and needed to explore how to…

‘Power + Control’ is the new synth pop single from Saint Barae, a note on finding oneself

‘Power + Control’ is the new synth pop single from Saint Barae, a note on finding oneself. Lyrically, the track is poignant; with the Australian artist narrating a journey into understanding his queer identity. The sweeping melodies are framed by throwback production, drenching the listener in rich, warm sounds and bold percussion. “I made this…

Emerging Los Angeles based indie-popper Chandler Juliet impresses with bold new single ‘Take It Or Leave It’

Emerging Los Angeles based indie-popper Chandler Juliet impresses with bold new single ‘Take It Or Leave It’. It is the first single taken from her forthcoming project and sees Juliet put forward a powerful narrative; encouraging the listener to understand their worth and feel comfortable in who they are. The track itself is dynamic, with…

Nashville native Feather reworks ‘GTFO’ by Trove, giving it an electronic twist full of depth

Nashville native Feather reworks ‘GTFO’ by Trove, giving it an electronic twist full of depth. He began his musical journey as a pianist, taking cues from the likes of Coldplay and Augustana; now, he uses that knowledge to create lush soundscapes that explore the organic side of electronica. Filled with textured sounds and sonic depth,…

‘Ghost’ is the melody-driven new alt-pop single from rising songwriter Bishop Ivy

‘Ghost’ is the melody-driven new alt-pop single from rising songwriter Bishop Ivy. Having written, co-produced and performed the track – ‘Ghost’ is a deep representation of the artist himself. It puts Ivy’s strikingly effervescent vocal front and center, dancing above a energetic instrumental that oozes emotion. Follow: Instagram

R.LUM.R chronicles a lost love on reflective new single ‘Cold’

R.LUM.R chronicles a lost love on reflective new single ‘Cold’. It is a precursor to the release of his upcoming debut major label album – which will be released via Island Records. The track is an introspective look at the downfall of a relationship, with R.LUM.R’s stunning vocal delivering true, raw emotion. “I want listeners…

Australian producer Litche releases smooth electronic cut ‘Nothing To Lose’

Australian producer Litche releases smooth electronic cut ‘Nothing To Lose’. Expansive samples are coupled with lush percussion and sumptuous synths. It’s an impressive outing, showing maturity through the restrained dynamism of the production; the instrumentation is emotive – pulling feeling from climbing electronic melodies. “This song came together really quickly. Alone in my bedroom, I…

‘Sapphire’ is the searing new single from DEVAULT, a synth-soaked summer nights jam

‘Sapphire’ is the searing new single from DEVAULT, a synth-soaked summer nights jam. Music started out as a hobby for the Orange County native, but it didn’t take long for DEVAULT to craft a unique sound. Flecked with new-wave inspiration, his ethereal productions are accompanied by soaring melodies that pull the throwback sound into a…

New York City’s Val Astaire releases brooding pop cut ‘Say You Will’, a heartbreak anthem for the disheartened

New York City’s Val Astaire releases brooding pop cut ‘Say You Will’, a heartbreak anthem for the disheartened. It is the first track of five to be taken from his upcoming album ‘Fever Dreams’; a hazy, emotive piece of writing that sits somewhere between the familiar sound of pop and the honest introspection of emo….

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…

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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