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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…

Time stands still for Mokita on new single ‘ICLYA’

Time stands still for Mokita on new single ‘ICLYA’, a musing on intentional love and intimate moments. It’s dramatic, anthemic and nostalgia-tinged; glassy guitar licks set the tone, eventually opening up into a rousing chorus that relies heavily on Mokita’s emotive vocal performance. “This was one of those songs that kind of came out of…

‘Somewhere New’ is the unique new single from Australian producer Laurel Laxxes, out now via Mammal Sounds Records

‘Somewhere New’ is the unique new single from Australian producer Laurel Laxxes, out now via Mammal Sounds Records. It’s a rich, lush soundscape filled with vibrant textures and crisp percussion; reverb-laden elements provide space whilst featured artist Gavin Beach lends a soaring melody to top off the instrumental. “I was living such an incredible life…

Enigmatic Netherlands based group Campsite Dream rework on Mario’s ‘Let Me Love You’

Enigmatic Netherlands based group Campsite Dream rework on Mario’s ‘Let Me Love You’. Previous covers have led them to over 100 million Spotify streams, with a sound that lies on the edges of soul, house, pop and electronica. The new offering is lively, underpinned by an undeniable groove. It’s a fresh take on a firm…

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…

Launchpad: London’s Hannah Slavin releases bright visual for her breakout bop ‘I Am A Mess’

London’s Hannah Slavin releases bright visual for her breakout bop ‘I Am A Mess’. It’s a lively, feel good track that oozes the upbeat pop vibe of stars like Sigrid and Charlie Puth. The bass pumps, synths dart in and out and Slavin delivers a huge vocal hook in the chorus. ‘I Am A Mess’…

Florida’s Jordan Esker & the Hundred Percent return with ‘Broken Soul’, taken from forthcoming album ‘Normalcy’

Florida’s Jordan Esker & the Hundred Percent return with ‘Broken Soul’, taken from forthcoming album ‘Normalcy’. The four-piece have impressed over the last 12 months, through their experimental indie sound – crafted with guitars, bright synths, melodious vocals and a steady beat. “This is squarely a late 20s song. I’m personally at a point where…

‘De La Street’ is Habstrakt’s new foot-shifting, sun-soaked offering

‘De La Street’ is French DJ and producer Habstrakt’s new foot-shifting, sun-soaked offering. The track is nothing if not danceable, synths are the plat du jour – rhythmic and searing. ‘De La Street’ is one for a lazy summer day, ready for festivals and playlists alike. Follow: Facebook Twitter Instagram

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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