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Augustus Carroll + Fulton Lee – Baby, Don’t Go Fall in Love

Two rising Nashville talents join forces on one of the week’s most captivating soul releases.

‘Baby, Don’t Go Fall in Love’ features Augustus Carroll and Fulton Lee, and treats listeners to a melodic piece of feel-good music that is refreshingly sweet in tone.

Lyrically, the song looks at people who hop between relationships too quickly in a bid to avoid loneliness… even when their hearts are still broken from old romances.

With that said, the track is written in a way that inspires the listener to embrace self-love, and reminds us that time can be the best healer.

“I wanted to write something that felt encouraging and transparent. Being alone is a difficult thing that no one really wants to experience, but once you’re able to feel empowered on your own, it adds an entirely new dimension to your life and relationships. I think it can be a lot more fulfilling to take time to heal and become whole instead of just doing what’s comfortable. Hopefully this song can inspire us to be patient with ourselves and each other.” – Augustus Carroll

Augustus Carroll | Fulton Lee

sticktype – Drive Safe, Love You

Acclaimed musician and model sticktype returns with a powerful new indie single called ‘Drive Safe, Love You’.

The song was lyrically inspired by the poignant emotions associated with letting go of the people that we love. It’s a feeling many of us will have experienced, and makes this a highly relatable piece of music.

“‘Drive Safe, Love You” is about learning to let go of someone you love, knowing that love for them will persevere regardless of any circumstances. This song came about through the many transient relationships I’ve experienced in all parts of my life. The idea, to love is to let go, is placed in context of parting ways with a loved one battling addictions and wishing them well.”

The track is lifted from the artist’s upcoming debut EP, which is scheduled for release later in the autumn. If this is your first experience of sticktype’s music, then be sure to check out his debut single ‘Hand Me Down‘.

sticktype

B00sted – Selfish

Rising Canadian artist B00sted continues on his quest for global pop domination with new single, ‘Selfish’.

Lifted from the artist’s freshly released EP of the same name (out now), the track presents listeners with a well-constructed mix of hip hop, R&B and pop. Explaining the concept behind the visuals for the song, he says:

“Against the backdrop of lush, vibrant forests; the ‘Selfish’ video was inspired by the filming locations of the movie ‘Rambo: First Blood’ in Hope, BC (which is about an hour east of my hometown of Mission, BC). The concept of the video was that an enigmatic character is on a quest to find B00sted, symbolising the inescapable consequences that arise from acting selfishly.”

B00sted already commands more than 35k monthly listeners on Spotify, while his catalogue of releases has amassed millions of streams and views across digital players and YouTube. Keep this kid on your radars… we anticipate big things in his future.

B00sted

Jewel Owusu – b-day

Australian starlet Jewel Owusu is back today with a glistening slice of Y2K-inspired pop, called ‘b-day’.

The track looks at the pensive feelings that we sometimes experience on our birthdays – when we feel happy, but also somewhat melancholic at the same time.

“‘b-day’ is about feeling like you’re stuck in the same emotional and mental space as the previous year. I think with growing up you learn to be less hard on yourself, and I’m slowly learning that too.”

Jewel’s momentum has been on a steady rise in recent months, with the artist amassing more than 100k catalogue streams on Spotify so far. Owusu has also been supported by national media outlets like Triple J, as well as Acclaim, Vice and Purple Sneakers.

Jewel Owusu

Tamaraebi – Sweet Summers Day

Photo / Faith Aylward

Oh boy, have we got something special for you today. Rising UK-based artist Tamaraebi has just released the finest piece of alternative soul music that you’ll experience this season, suitably titled ‘Sweet Summers Day’.

Running at just over two minutes in length, the song presents listeners with a majestic production that feels dreamy and emotive, allowing for Tamaraebi’s heartfelt vocals to shine through.

 “We recorded this piece in one take during a phase of uncertainty. I was battling with questions about my life path, my artistic journey, and self-discovery. The chorus encapsulates a desire for renewal and self-acceptance – symbolised by rain and the cleansing nature of water.”

Tamaraebi has received praise from tastemakers as iconic as The Line of Best Fit, Wonderland Magazine and The Times. Fans can look forward to a new EP, which is currently in the works.

Tamaraebi

superflirt – Comfy!

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Track of the week. New Jersey artist superflirt (aka Noah D’Ambrosi) is back with the follow-up to his viral debut hit ‘Sober’… and it does not disappoint.

‘Comfy!’ is a shimmering yet melancholic piece of indie-pop that delves into the complex dynamics of being in a relationship .

Through its sincere and thoughtful lyricism, this track is sure to resonate with anyone who’s fallen in and out of love.

To date, superflirt has amassed more than 600k streams from just two releases. Keep this kid on your radar – he’s most certainly one to watch!

superflirt

Jazmine Flowers – i’m DONE

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Jazmine Flowers will become one of the UK’s next big stars.

New single ‘i’m DONE’ finds the Brixton-born artist exploring her vulnerabilities and feelings of self confidence – which were triggered as a result of her moving back home during the pandemic.

“‘i’m DONE’ is, without question, my favourite song I’ve made to date. Although it sounds pretty dark it has a funny element to it and a beautiful vulnerability too. I expect a lot of young people will have had similar experiences. I hope they can relate and know that it’s a very universal feeling! No hate to my Mum though, I love her to pieces and I’m sure I annoy her just as much, if not more!”

Flowers collaborated on the song with acclaimed songwriter Sacha Skarbek, who’s also worked with the likes of Miley Cyrus, Adele and Lana Del Rey. The future’s looking so bright for this talent, and we can’t wait to see what comes next!

Jazmine Flowers

Tessa Rae – Sick Love

We’ve featured Tessa Rae a good few times on these pages, and for good reason. This American starlet consistently pushes the boundaries of pop in interesting and fresh ways.

New single ‘Sick Love’ is yet another unexpected surprise from the artist. A melancholic piece that feels almost childlike in style, the song explores the uncertainties of love in the most charming way imaginable.

“It’s the back and forth of a rollercoaster relationship. The knowing and unknowing. The push and pull of a love that makes you feel upside down and inside out.”

You can explore more of Rae’s music here.

Tessa Rae

mal sounds – BUSHWICK BABY

Prepare to fall in love with mal sounds. New single ‘BUSHWICK BABY‘ is one of the most beautiful songs we’ve come across in quite some time, and we’re sure you’ll adore it too.

Lifted from the artist’s forthcoming ‘STILL IN NEW YORK’ album, the track showcases a mesmerising fusion of dreamy alternative R&B and lo-fi pop. Elaborating on the song’s meaning, mal sounds says:

“As we grow older, we become more rigid, confined by the stories we tell ourselves and each other. ‘BUSHWICK BABY’ is the story of finding your inner fountain of youth and watering your own garden. It’s the story of twin flames feeding their inner children and chasing their deepest inspirations. I was inspired by a summer I spent falling in love and forgetting about time. I saved this song for August, because I wanted it to be a moment for listeners to reminisce on the summer they’ve had, and to remember that the wonder of new love never truly dies.”

It’s yet another example of the Brooklyn-based musician’s distinctive style of sound, and is sure to cement his status as one of New York’s most exciting emerging talents.

mal sounds

Luna Bay – You

British rock outfit Luna Bay are back with a massive banger to kick-start the weekend.

‘You’ looks at that moment when you finally become independent and begin your own journey in life. Alongside its relatable lyricism, the song’s production treats listeners to an energising blend of pop, indie and rock.

“Our new single ‘You’ explores the change you experience moving away from home and how it affects the relationships you had with the people you grew up with. It’s also written as a letter to yourself and how those feelings always still remain deep down, even though you and the people around you have changed, for better or worse.”

To date, Luna Bay have amassed more than ten million career streams, and currently command close to 50k listeners on Spotify. You can explore their previous singles (…they’re all brilliant) here.

Luna Bay

The Howlers – El Dorado

Photo / Hattie Brown

It’s a good day for rock fans as East London trio The Howlers return with a powerful new single, called ‘El Dorado’.

As we’ve come to expect from this widely acclaimed outfit, the song presents listeners with an anthemic production that is epic and cinematic in character.

“The song speaks volumes. It’s all about trying to find your way to a better place and going through the journey of ups and downs to get there.” – Tom Triggs, The Howlers

It’s yet further confirmation that his outfit are responsible for some of the finest indie-rock to emerge from the UK in quite some time.

You can catch The Howlers on tour across the country this autumn – tickets are selling out really fast, but some can still be found here.

The Howlers

ivri – brainrot

There’s little doubt in our minds that American artist ivri will become one of the biggest names in indie music globally.

The Brooklyn-based talent unveils a sensational new single today, called ‘brainrot’. Co-produced by TK The Architect, the track showcases a captivating fusion of indie and psychedelic rock that is refreshingly raw and intense in tone.

“‘brainrot’ is a play on a word I learned about called ‘heartrot’; when a tree ends up rotting from the inside out. This song is me personifying that feeling of not knowing what to do when negative feelings take over, whether they root from a romantic aspect or a more personal one.”

Having already amassed more than thirty million career streams to date on Spotify alone, it’s clear to see that ivri’s work resonates with huge swathes of listeners. An upcoming debut EP is due for release in October.

ivri

Souvenir – Soft Place To Land

– Before we begin – here’s your warning that this is a very saucy little single –

Your banger for the upcoming weekend comes courtesy of New York’s Souvenir (aka Michael Fenuccio), whose new single ‘Soft Place To Land’ is likely to end up being one of your favourite pop releases of the summer.

Written and produced alongside acclaimed musician FLORIO, the song exudes pure and unadulterated joy. For fans of Troye Sivan or Carly Rae Jepsen – this is the bop for you.

“Baby my love’s under water, and baby that water’s your hands.”

If you’re in love with this single as much as we are, then we recommend checking out Souvenir’s recent ‘Human Nature’ EP here, which also features more of FLORIO’s distinct style of sound.

Souvenir

Cloud House – Still Here

Glaswegian indie rockers Cloud House have been winning fans all across the UK ever since the release of their acclaimed ‘Days Changed’ debut EP in 2021.

They return today with lyrically moving yet sonically energising anthem called ‘Still Here’. The track was written by Cloud House’s lead guitarist Patrick Wallace for his fellow bandmate Conor McCarry, following the death of his mother:

“I wrote the song during a time when Conor needed to be grieving on his own. It came from a place of feeling really helpless – wanting to be there for your best friend but knowing that there’s nothing you can really do or say that makes anything easier. It’s about finding hope during the darkest times.” 

The song is taken from the group’s upcoming EP of the same name, which is available from the 1st November 2023. In the meantime, you can catch the talented lads on tour from September – more details can be found here and below.

Cloud House

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Cloud House UK Tour Dates 2023:

  • 29th September – King Tuts Glasgow 
  • 1st October – Girdwoods Wishaw 
  • 2nd October – Bannermans Edinburgh 
  • 6th October – PJ Molloys Dunfermline 

Kayls – Internet

It’s no secret that investing too much time online can lead to some damaging and toxic outcomes, and yet we still find ourselves struggling to withdraw.

This is the subject that American artist KAYLS addresses on her new single, ‘Internet’. Aside from its relatable and thought-provoking lyricism, the track also delivers a gorgeously dreamy style of ballad-pop that is really quite captivating to experience.

“For better or for worse, society has been disrupted by social media. Our ability to connect with so much, often leads to losing touch with our authentic selves and the people in our lives. My new song, ‘Internet’ zooms in on the negative effects of this societal shift; being one with the internet. This song comes at a time when it’s incredibly important to consciously balance our human and artificial interactions on a daily basis.”

With more than 500k career streams to date, as well as support from the likes of Apple Music, Ones To Watch, Flaunt and Wonderland, KAYLS is well on her way to achieving stardom.

KAYLS

Guri Yeller – Study in Pink

Mysterious Bolton duo Guri Yeller return with an impressive new single today, called ‘Study in Pink’.

If you’re a fan of Tame Impala or MGMT (and we suspect many of you are), then the chances of falling in love with this track are extremely high.

Through its perfected blend of alternative rock and psychedelic indie-pop, the song transports listeners on a sonic journey like none other.

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again – this is one British duo to watch for.

Guri Yeller

NIA NADURATA – i think i like your girlfriend

Photo / Nathan Lau

Track of the Week. ‘i think i like your girlfriend’ ticks every box for us – from its sweet vocals and witty lyrics, to the catchy melody and sleek disco-inspired pop production.

While this is only NIA NADURATA’s second release to date, it already shows that this Toronto-based singer and songwriter is likely to become one of Canada’s most exciting new starlets. Elaborating further on the song, she explains:

“On the surface, ‘i think i like your girlfriend’ could be seen as a quirky revenge plot against a boyfriend that moved on too quickly. Upon further listening, you begin to realise that between my silly, playful little jabs, I’m really acting as more of a ‘Robin Hood’ figure to my ex-boyfriend’s’ current girlfriend. I fear I might be the only one that will tell her straight up that he’s ‘not doing it right.’ Just trying to be the gal pal she might want in her corner.”

NIA NADURATA currently commands more than 58k monthly listeners on Spotify, and has picked up tastemaker support from national outlets as renowned as CBC Music. A debut EP is on the way.

NIA NADURATA

Tilda Allie – Theme II

London-based Swedish artist, producer and vocalist Tilda Allie has just unveiled one of the most sonically spectacular releases of the summer, in collaboration with Portuguese filmmaker Maria Nunes and composer Laura Lesourd.

‘Theme II’ showcases a conceptual style of sound that is luxuriously textured and cinematic. Allie builds a mysterious musical universe that is rich in character, while the track’s lyrics focus on themes like existentialism and capitalism.

“Inspired by the raw landscape of Sweden the strings and the contemporary but classical piano takes you on a cinematic journey into the Nordic wilderness.”

Aside from her ever-growing fanbase, Tilda’s work has also caught the attention of prominent tastemakers as noted as BBC Introducing and A&R Factory as well as VENTS, Wordplay, GAFFA and DNÜ magazines.

Tilda Allie

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Jourden – Flow

In one word, you could describe Jourden’s work as finessed.

One of the most impressive wordsmiths to grace our ears in a very long time, this emerging talent has been deservedly building a ton of traction since winning a Grammy U award in 2015.

‘Flow’ showcases the artist’s flair for songwriting perfectly, and will only increase this Brooklyn native’s momentum even further.

We encourage you to join the 113k monthly listeners who stream her sounds on Spotify here.

Jourden

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A Story Told – My Place

Photo / Casey Hardman

American outfit A Story Told are back with an energising banger to brighten up our weekends.

‘My Place’ was inspired by the concept of inner peace, and treats listeners to an anthemic fusion of indie, pop and rock.

“It’s about the ‘moment’ where you decide to create your ‘place’ of inner well-being and begin to focus on the things and people that truly bring value and meaning to your life, while eliminating (kicking out) the noise, the things, and people that don’t. I think when you do that, life reveals a new and exciting mindset & opportunities you weren’t able to see before.“

This acclaimed trio have amassed more than 25 million streams since releasing their debut record ‘Keep Watch’ back in 2016.

They’re currently readying their next album, called ‘Mundane Magic’ (out 20th October), of which vocalist Alex Chaney says:

“’Mundane Magic’ is the best way that I could possibly sum up this musical journey that the three of us have been on for years. A friend once told me that the industry is a pendulum. You leave relevance as quickly as you found it. ‘Mundane Magic’ is about the journey to arriving at this resolution of outlook. I’ve struggled with the band being a public measurement of my success. I’ve struggled with the thought that – maybe not everyone deserves your vulnerability. But to hell with that! As much as I’ve poured my life and difficult memories into A Story Told, it is 100% necessary for me me, and to our fans that I share the fact – that I’ve f*cked those memories out of my life.” 

A Story Told