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  • Òlah Bliss is back with “Death Wish (Hate Me)”; see video

    As her latest offering, Polish-born UK-based singer and rapper Òlah Bliss dropped a two-part single called “Death Wish (Hate Me)”. While “Death Wish” details the artist’s self-reflection of past and teenage mistakes where she digs deeper, questioning whether her upbringing left an impact, “Hate Me” is about self-reclamation. Òlah states that “I’m taking my life…

  • Hear “Ancient History” by singer Cat Reynolds

    Newcomer Cat Reynolds is gifted with a moving voice and great lyrical ability. The London-based Irish singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer has a new song I’ve really loved listening to. Named “Ancient History”, it is a delicate piece written at a time when Reynolds was dealing with painful experiences. Still, the song carries an air of…

  • Pieternel needs “A Heart Like That”; hear her new song

    Dutch singer-songwriter Pieternel has released a powerful song called “A Heart Like That”. The country-influenced indie-pop piece is the first single from her upcoming album, Underneath The Skin. That LP is expected to drop towards the end of 2022. On “A Heart Like That”, Pieternel sings about her fantastical yearning for someone with whom she’d…

  • Madisen Jane shares debut single, “Summertime”

    Last Friday, Swedish singer Madisen Jane made her debut, in the process, revealing her powerful voice. Her first single is called “Summertime”. As the artist says, it’s a soulful ode to those romantic summer nights in Stockholm. “Summertime” is imbued with sweet nostalgia, having been penned on a dark winters night during the pandemic. With…

  • Listen to NOIXES and Duava’s new song “Survive”

    “Survive” is an EDM/trap track by Venezuelan-born producer NOIXES and Sri Lankan/Canadian rapper Duava. It was released on the label Tribal Trap. From the amazing rap verses to the producer’s amazing drop, the track’s execution is brilliant. I love the lyrics, melody and bass. “Survive” is a massive tune for sure. Listen to the track…

  • Kiki Halliday and Drew Schueler watch it falls into “Ruins”

    Nashville artists Kiki Halliday and Drew Schueler linked up for a duet and the result is “Ruins”. This emotional indie-pop piece is about facing the uncertainties of a relationship and holding on until there’s no longer anything to hold on to. Taking cue from the melancholic chords, Kiki and Drew deliver their lyrics in such…

  • Get to know Ka Lia Universe and see her “Do You Really Love Me?” video

    The spotlight falls on rising R&B singer Ka Lia Universe. Born in the US to parents who’d immigrated from Laos, the artist started out representing the Southeast Asian nation in a number of contests. With her career now on track, Ka Lia Universe continues to deliver amazing tunes. We’re highlighting “Do You Really Love Me?”,…

  • Montreal artist maxime. drops new single, “can’t u tell ?”

    maxine. is an independent artist who produces and engineers his own songs. The Canadian makes music in bedroom in Montreal, with his style incorporating left-of-center elements. To get a feel of his sound, here is his newest release, “can’t u tell ?”. The song is sweet, laid-back feel and generally infectious. The groove-laden instrumentation carries…

  • Jada Kingdom releases new song, “Last Night”

    “Last Night” is Jada Kingdom‘s latest offering. The Jamaican singer released this track in the company of a colourful video. Out on Money Well Spent / Republic Records, “Last Night” follows the songs “Dickmatized” and “Jungle”. Jada has been on a speedy rise and continues to captivate fans with her voice and ability to brilliantly…

  • Oscar and The Wolf unveils “Dancing Machine”; see the visual

    Belgian pop artist Oscar and the Wolf got to share his new song, “Dancing Machine”. Next to the mellifluous synth-pop track came a glimmering visual. Speaking about the song, the artist said, “It’s about locking eyes with that person as they dance freely in the night and grab the attention of everyone around them as…

  • Alexa Cappelli joins Arista Records, shares “Could’ve Just Left Me Alone”

    The last couple of years has seen Alexa Cappelli evolve from a talented singer-songwriter to a princess in the pop scene. The 22-year-old recently signed to Sony Music’s Arista Records, the label on which her latest single was released. The song is called “Could’ve Just Left Me Alone”. It delves into toxic relationships, with the…

  • BlackLioN, Aisha Vibes, Megaloh & Zlatan deliver “Beweg Dich (International Anthem)”

    Cameroonian-born artist BlackLioN teamed up with Nigerian rapper/singer Zlatan and released the song “International Anthem“. That was back in March. Available now is a remix version which features German-based artists Megaloh and Aisha Vibes. It’s called “Beweg Dich (International Anthem)”. Melding afrobeats with amapiano, the track is energetic and quite dance-inducing. Enjoy. Connect with the…

  • Hear Zach Hood’s new single, “lonely isn’t the word for this”

    No stranger to penning vulnerable pieces, emerging pop singer Zach Hood bared his soul on his somber new song, “lonely isn’t the word for this”. The 20-year-old put on an equally impassioned performance in the music video. “This song describes the feeling of total emptiness in the wake of missing someone,” explains Zach. “You don’t…

  • Finally, Sophie Powers’ debut EP, Red In Revenge

    “Break Up On The Weekend” is the focus-track on Canadian sensation Sophie Powers‘ debut EP, Red In Revenge, which arrived on May 20. The zestful punk-pop song has a nice-looking, accompanying music video. Red In Revenge encapsulates the complicated and angsty emotions of being a teenager in a modern age. Sophie explained: “After turning 16,…

  • Abby T. delivers playful new bop; here is “CHARLIEBROWN” video

    New York artist Abby T.‘s music exists at the intersection of R&B, hip hop and pop. With her debut EP Phases due later this year, she decided to engage fans with a bubbly new single, “CHARLIEBROWN”. The song was paired with an equally playful visual. That video was directed by Morian Thomas. Abby shared, “I…

  • Edie Carey drops “The Veil”, shares her latest album

    Colorado Springs-based singer-songwriter Edie Gray has released her newest album which she named The Veil. The LP arrived on June 3rd, having been preceded by a similarly titled single. Edie had paired “The Veil” with a beautiful video directed by Gabriel Jacobson and starring Emmy Fitzsimmons (Edie’s daughter) and Andre Brackin. The song is a…

  • Introducing Castells; listen to their new song “Low”

    Castells are an indie-rock 4-piece band from Kent, England. Fronted by singer Connor Crooks, the outfit is completed by Robert Castelino (guitar), Matt Chittenden (bass) and Marc Smith (drums). The newcomers have a new single I’ve enjoyed listening to. “Low” is an upbeat yet emotional track. “The song is inspired by a toxic relationship that…

  • VJDAMUSICMAN delivers new single, “kiss my asstrology”

    VJDAMUSICMAN is a Indian-American singer-songwriter who hails from Durham, North Carolina. He’s already released two albums: Escape the Retrograde (2020) and Kinks And Trauma (2021). The artist’s latest offering is “kiss my asstrology”, an alt-R&b song poking fun at how millenials explain toxic behaviors by referring to their astrological signs. This came in two versions,…

  • Felicia Lu exposes “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”; see her new video

    Vienna-based German artist Felicia Lu has a new dark-pop piece she named “The very Hungry Caterpillar”. The music video accompanying the song helps illustrate the singer’s brooding lyrics. “The very Hungry Caterpillar” describes an ex whom she says couldn’t be happy with just one partner. “One could never be enough to fulfil ya“, she sings.…

  • Dance to Natali Noor’s playful song, “Policeman” [Video]

    Here is something fresh to dance your weekend away. Named “Policeman”, it’s an exuberant dance-pop track by Swedish-Iranian artist Natali Noor. The song arrived accompanied by a playful video directed by Nelson Elle. “Policeman” combines elements of EDM, dancehall and pop to create a dance-inducing earmworm. I really love Natali’s sultry lyrics and bubbly performance.…

  • Anarbor return with new single, “Bad Love”

    Alt-rockers Anarbor are working on their fourth full-length, Love & Drugs. Meanwhile, here is the outfit’s latest single, “Bad Love”. The undeniably catchy indie-pop song explores the signs of an unhealthy relationship which is coming to an end. “‘Bad Love’ tells the story of a co-dependent, toxic relationship as it falls apart. Drug use, throwing…

  • Suzanne Sheer reveals debut album, The Blue Hour

    Philadelphia-based American pop singer Suzanne Sheer has today dropped her debut album, The Blue Hour. The 13-track project is out via Cake Productions. It was preceded by the single & video, “Godly”. Musically, “Godly” is representative of the LP. The electro pop song features dark synths and bass grooves which mesh neatly with Suzanne’s sensual…

  • EDM music roundup: 6 new songs to add to your playlist

    Our new roundup of EDM music covers a range of sub-genres, from tech house to future bass and tropical house. Each of the six songs is painstakingly selected to ensure that your playlist only has the best new tunes. Alok – “The Club Is Jumpin’” Brazilian dance music superstar Alok‘s newest release is a dancefloor…

  • Nina Duscheck reveals “Married To The Art” video

    Arriving last month, singer-songwriter Nina Duschek‘s first single “Married To The Art” is sonically eclectic. It’s a groovy blend of blues, rock and folk music. An empowering song about finding yourself in very difficult times, “Married To The Art” feels lighthearted. Similarly captivating is the music video which has just been released. There is an…

  • Nick Leng releases “Spirals” ahead of new album

    South African-born LA-based pop artist Nick Leng will be releasing a new album titled Spirals on July 22. The LP is set to drop on SOTA Records. The title-track arrived about two weeks ago. Speaking about the song, Leng noted: “Some songs can be finished in a day, some take over a year or two.…

  • RIVER releases new song, “HAPPY FOR YOU”; watch its vintage visual

    For Swedish singer RIVER, there is no love lost between her and her ex. Her new song “HAPPY FOR YOU” details the pain she went through in the relationship. She makes it clear that she want nothing to do with the said ex. The retro soul song was paired with a nice-looking vintage-style visual. From…

  • Aloe Blacc’s “Mercy (The Godfather Mix” celebrates the iconic masterpiece

    Aloe Blacc‘s newest song sees him remind us of the lyrical skills we first knew him for. Named “Mercy (The Godfather Mix)”, the song and its cinematic video finds Blacc weaving a chilling story consistent with the themes of the iconic masterpiece: organized crime, love and loyalty. Furthermore, this release coincided with the celebration of…

  • Kings Elliot returns with “‘Til I Die” single & video

    UK-based Swiss pop sensation Kings Elliot has released a new song named “‘Till I Die”. It is a brooding piece that speaks vulnerably and personally about mental health. The singer paired it with a music video directed by Harv Frost. “‘Til I Die” is another sublime piece from Kings Elliot. It serves as the follow-up…

  • Young Saab collaborates with Blessing to deliver “DAY N NIGHT”

    It was in early 2020, a time when the world was dealing with a global pandemic, that Young Saab became active. The project proceeded to record songs remotely with some amazing artists. These releases culminated in a mixtape titled Young Saab Stories Vol. 1. For the forthcoming second effort, Young Saab has had the luxury…

  • RHODES reveals “The Love I Give”; watch his new video

    “The Love I Give” is a delicate and empowering new song by UK singer-songwriter RHODES. The track arrived in the company of a fittingly elegant music video which Nano Clow directed. RHODES penned “The Love I Give” together with Max Wolfgang and Jack Goluray. Speaking about it, the artist said: “This song is about hope…

  • momoyo return with a new song/video called “Mouth”

    Belgian indie-pop band momoyo released a new single they called “Mouth” about two weeks days ago. It is a freshly sounding tune released on the label Starman Records. The song serves as the second single from momoyo’s upcoming album titled Gaps in Time. A very upbeat tune, “Mouth” invites a dancing sensation so difficult to…

  • Pawz One enlists Ras Kass and MC Eiht for “Out of Bounds (Remix)”

    Los Angeles-based emcee Pawz One teamed up with legendary West Coast acts Ras Kass and MC Eiht to remix his “Out of Bounds” song. The original track arrived as part of Pawz One and DJ Dister’s collaborative 2020 album, Watch & Learn. “Out of Bounds (Remix)” was produced John Henry. As per the artists, the…

  • Era Istrefi parties in the club with friends in “TKRKT” video

    “TKRKT” is another sultry banger from Albanian pop superstar Era Istrefi. It came paired with a fittingly alluring video that captures a naughty Era having fun with her friends at a high-end club. Lighthearted and danceable, “TKRKT” is a mood-lifting party jam. The production melds dancehall, Afro pop elements with local Albanian flavour to create…

  • Listen to “Animals & Trees” by Bathe Alone

    Bathe Alone is the solo project of Atlanta-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Bailey Crone. Here is her latest release, a song called “Animals & Trees”. The track is lifted from an upcoming album titled Fall With The Lights Down. “Animal & Trees” typifies Bathe Alone’s dream-pop sound. The moody and hypnotizing song was produced by Damon…

  • Pentire release new song, “Fading Out”

    UK alt-pop band Pentire have a new single called “Fading Out”. The energetic indie-pop song is about the challenges of growing up. “It’s 9 o’clock, you’ve lost your friends, and your phone is dead. The mirror is telling you lies, and your adolescence is beginning to show. It’s a song that is very close to…

  • Woodlock have a new song; listen to “Quick Hands”

    “Quick Hands” is a sublime indie-folk song by Woodlock. The Australia-based trio is made up by New Zealand brothers Zeck and Eze Walters, who both sing and play guitar, and drummer Bowen Purcell. With “Quick Hands”, the band created a heartwarming ode to being grateful for life and its adventures. Eze Walters reveals, “I was…

  • Sleepy Tom drops “Call My Name” feat. Dawn Pemberton

    Canadian producer Sleepy Tom‘s new song “Call My Name” is feelgood vibes personified. The ’80s-influenced disco-house jam is a collaboration with singer Dawn Pemberton. It’s energetic and nostalgia-inducing. “Call My Name” will fit into any summer playlist. Dance along to the track and keep up with Sleepy Tom and Dawn Pemberton on Instagram.

  • Cooper Phillip is back with “Masterpiece”; watch her new video

    Combining a funky groove and sweet R&B melodies, Cooper Phillip‘s new single “Masterpiece” is aptly titled for sure. The horn-infused track was paired with a stunning visual directed by Maxim Getman. A self-love anthem urging us not to seek validation from others, “Masterpiece” is characterized by Cooper’s soulful vocals. The Russian-born LA-based singer’s delivery is…

  • New EP finds Eli Lev “Singing Along for the First Time”

    Silver-Spring, Maryland-based American singer-songwriter Eli Lev returned with a new EP which he named Walk.Talk.Dance.Sing. “Singing Along for the First Time” is the closing track on the project. It’s a gladsome and uplifting indie-folk song about the power of music. “‘Singing along for the first time’ is a story about musical discovery. When we realize…

  • UMI releases sterling debut album, Forest in the City

    A Seattle native currently living in Los Angeles, UMI (born Tierra Umi Wilson) is a talented R&B singer who’s won our hearts with her powerful voice. With her debut album, Forest in the City, out now, old and new fans have a chance to listen to her throughout a full-length project. “moonlit room” is one…

  • Penelope Q took the “Service Road to Boston”; hear her new song

    After “SHIT SHOW”, singer Penelope Q has returned with a new single. The introspective pop/rock song is named “Service Road to Boston” and was produced by Matt Malpass. It finds Q looking back on a past relationship that ended up not working out. She bitterly admits not recognizing the red flags but ultimately resolves that…

  • HAEVN reveals “Holy Ground” ahead of new EP

    Dutch duo HAEVN are back with a new song which also serves as the title-track of their upcoming EP. “Holy Ground” is a chilling pop/soul piece about a young love. Marijin van Meer and Jorrit Kleijnen say they wrote this song while on the Swedish island of Visby. For the track’s mixing, they sought the…

  • Amanda Tenfjord shares new song, “Plans”

    “Plans” is a soul-stirring new pop ballad from Greek-Norwegian artist (and 2022 Eurovision contestant) Amanda Tenfjord. The song was released about a week ago via Oslo-based label Propeller Recordings. It marks another step towards the singer-songwriter’s yet-to-be-announced debut album. “Plans” is characterized by soft soft stings and evocative piano melodies. “‘Plans’ was written the day…

  • Hear “Let Me Go” and pre-order Leon Timbo’s upcoming album

    Leon Timbo is set to release a new album called Lovers and Fools Vol 2 on June 17 via MNRK Music Group. Eight track long, this is the follow-up to 2021’s Lovers and Fools. Leon Timbo is an American country-soul singer-songwriter who was raised in Jacksonville, Florida. His sound incorporates elements of vintage soul, gospel,…

  • Jordan Dennis featured on Amin Payne’s remix of CB3’s “Lost & Looking”

    The song “Lost & Looking” was released as part of Melbourne-based funk outfit The CB3‘s 2017 album titled Exposed. A fan-favourite, the song recently found a new remix courtesy of producer Amin Payne. This version carries the vocals of rapper Jordan Dennis. It’s a groovy slice of soulful hip hop. “Hearing the original version, I…

  • Hear Paper Citizen say “Goodbye”

    Citizen Los Angeles-based Singaporean singer-songwriter and producer Claire Ghost (also known as Paper Citizen) released a beautiful new song last month. A melodious indie-pop/rock piece, the song is called “Goodbye”. Speaking about it, the artist revealed, “Amidst exploring new frontiers with alternative pop, ‘Goodbye’ is a song about running towards something you cannot control. it’s…

  • Listen to “Brown” and other songs on Flores’ debut EP, The Lives They Left

    Out on May 11, The Lives They Left is the debut EP by Flores, a Mexican-American artist hailing from El Paso, Texas. It arrived with “Brown”, the fifth and final single. “Brown” is an alt-R&B track carrying jazz influences. It was produced by Maths Time Joy. About her inspiration, Flores said: “I wrote this song…

  • Myles Brown joined by Scorcher & Boachie for the anthemic “Too Rude”

    Rapper Myles Brown steps into the foreground with a new summer anthem, “Too Rude”. Released on the label RU Listening, the track saw him enlist Boachie and UK rap mainstay Scorcher. With its monster hook and smooth verses, “Too Rude” is so infectious. The production combines afrobeats, dancehall and hip hop. Sing and dance long…

  • We Are Mono share “La Misma Gente” video

    Barcelona-based Spanish band We Are Mono have released the video for “La Misma Gente”. Taken from their A Punto de Estallar album, it’s a song characteristic of their melodic indie-rock sound. We Are Mono have been engaging fans since 2002. With “La Misma Gente”, the outfit crafted a love anthem with addictive melodies and beautiful…

  • Stream Soran’s Space Boy EP & watch his “What If” video

    Pop artist Soran‘s brand new EP Space Boy is here with us. The project is five tracks long and includes song like “Way Up” and “Tired”. It arrived with “What If”, a track whose video was released about a week later. That stunning visual is highlighted above. “What If” is a gorgeous piece filled with…