With over 300,000 streams from previous singles under their belt, Crash Adams have shown a talent for creating infectiously fun power pop. Not only that; the Toronto duo produce, write, sing, mix and master all of their own music.
Olivia Lunny has been on my radar for some time, but this is the first release which has really resonated with me, and frankly I love it. A beautifully crafted pop sound that emanates from the self empowerment of heartbreak.
A mix of indie and electro from this Glasgow native; a sound that is reminiscent of Hot Chip’s earlier years (which is just about one of the best sounds from the genre in my view).
“‘The River’ is a song about love and mistakes. As humans we get caught up in a lot of things. Distractions can really get us in a pickle and it’s worse when hindsight presents us with all the signs we missed clear as day.”
Swedish talent Juni Poet creates a raw indie pop sound, wrapped with heavy doses of melancholy, intensity and profoundness.
“My music is nothing more than a failed attempt to understand my existence.”
This track from Los Angeles based singer, writer & producer frogi is pure bubblegum pop that still somehow delivers lyrics with substance.
“It’s about admitting our aloneness and anxiety, and in turn, becoming friends with it and laughing with it. Sometimes you’ve just got to accept that you’re scared and try to make peace with it.”
The amount of talent emerging from Nashville right now really is quite phenomenal.
Not only is this talent crafting some fantastic soul-infused music, but she’s also the creator of Girl Gang Music (a very cool community and network of music professionals for women and gender non-conforming folk), but also a music producer, and political-writer-communicator. Her sound is both confidently assured and finessed, but also warm and easy to vibe along to.
In the absence of Pride this year, Miller has released a song that begins with summery funk tones, then follows through with her uniquely rich vocals performing some delightfully playful lyrics.
“’Juicy Fruit’ is a funky pop bop from the gays for the gays.”
A stunning take on soul from a this emerging London talent. The sound feels fragile and minimal while still exuding with emotion.
A heart-warming indie rock sound that carries a strong sense of emotion, and a powerful message through the lyrics. Having already secured opening spots supporting the likes of Kings of Leon, The 1975, Bastille, Fitz & The Tantrums and more to mention but a few, you can feel that big things are on the horizon for PHNTMS.
“When things get hard, if you aren’t happy with yourself and the situation you’re in, no one can change that but you. At the end of the day, as humans, our expectations are the reason why we feel disappointment. Having your own personal goals is the reason you keep on pushing. ‘Towers’ is a reflection of that.”
Adam Jessamine, PHNTMS
Playful Norwegian electro pop with an infectious beat structure. If you’re a sucker for Sweden’s Felix Sandman then you will love this kid.
We are excited to be sharing emerging Scottish singer songwriter Keir Gibson with you. There’s a sense of energy that grips you from the start with his music – a fusion of power pop and indie, which tells me the future is bright for this kid.
“‘Circles’ is about two people who are in a constant cycle of falling in and out with each other. They both know it’s unhealthy but at the same time they’re too afraid to lose the other person by turning their backs on the relationship and admitting that it’s over.”
Taken from Urchin’s sophomore EP ‘Night Light’ comes this new release which masterfully blends a sense of darkness and intensity into a dance beat.
A Capetonian singer songwriter with a sound that encapsulates sincerity and genuineness. I felt captivated right from the start of this song – the lyrics are so open and raw, that it felt as though someone was sat beside me opening up their heart.
“When you share truth in your songs, others can see their own experiences echoed in the music and it makes them feel connected. Pretty much everyone struggles with some form of addiction and in some ways connection is the opposite of addiction.”
Taken from the EP ‘Ready’ out now.
A very sweet mix of indie and pop from the Netherlands, that gives you a warm feeling inside. Super easy to enjoy and perfect for these strange, sunny days.
A magnificent blend of RnB and indie, fused together in a very unique and refreshing way.
“I was heavily addicted to someone. She wasn’t good for me, and I wasn’t good for her, but I couldn’t get enough of a particular feeling I had with her. She was my weakness. A clean break would’ve solved a lot, but it didn’t go down that way. I couldn’t see past her. I kept running back to her. It got messy. It got really messy.”
