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New Music: Matty Hendley

Hailing from Jackson in Mississippi is promising newcomer Matty Hendley. With a style of sound that is self-described as ‘deep-south pop’, this talent creates songs that feel both fresh and classic in equal measures.

Shimmering new single ‘Nobody Like U‘ showcases this method of music-making perfectly – by layering Southern sonic elements (like the use of the banjo) over a dreamy indie-pop production.

Written as a love anthem of sorts, the song looks into the feelings of a man who begins to fall in love, as Hendley explains:

“I want to be really open and honest about love and hurt and the complicated nature of relationships in my lyrics. And I hope that this song and all of my music lets other men know that it’s okay to feel things deeply, it’s okay to be vulnerable, and you can still love with a broken heart.”

Matty Hendley

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New Music: Sisteria

Fans of Black Sabbath, Jefferson Airplane and Black Mountain can now look forward to adding a new favourite to their record stacks – Tulsa’s very own Sisteria.

Led by Katie Williams, this Oklahoma-based outfit create impressively bold, raw and anthemic pieces of psychedelic rock. Their new single ‘Wade My Way’ empowers us to push through our personal struggles, and also reminds us that everything is temporary. As Williams says:

“‘Wade My Way’ is about breaking free from a situation or anything that binds you, be it a situation, a person, etc. ‘I’ll bide my time til the river goes down then I’ll wade my way on through’ reminds us that we are capable of navigating our personal challenges and that this too shall pass.”

Sisteria’s forthcoming ‘Dark Matter’ LP is scheduled for release on the 19th August 2022 via Horton Records (pre-order here).

Sisteria

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New Music: Zack Fowler

UK-based newcomer Zack Fowler unveils an anthem for self-empowerment with the release of his new single ‘figure it out’ today.

Through its punchy lyricism, this pop-punk banger encourages listeners to follow their own intuitions and live their lives on their own terms.

“I’m fed up with living a normal life, with people judging me and being paralysed by my own thoughts. That’s why I wrote figure it out. To say screw you world. I’m doing things my way. I’m going all in.”

After spending the last year writing songs (a hundred of them, to be exact), ‘figure it out’ marks the start of Fowler’s journey of releasing a new track every month.

Zack Fowler

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New Music: L E M F R E C K

Hailing from Wales comes emerging artist, producer and writer L E M F R E C K. A self-produced creative who cites inspirations as varied as Kano to Prince, Stevie Wonder and Fred Hammond, L E M F R E C K constructs future-forward R&B sounds that are not only finessed but also refreshingly original in style.

New single ‘Play with Silver’ looks at the pleasures which accompany feelings of lust, and showcases L E M F R E C K’s vivid and intelligent lyricism.

To date, this rising artist has already been featured by noted tastemakers like BBC Introducing, Dummy Mag and Mystic Sons.

L E M F R E C K

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New Music: Mike Baretz

A master of many talents, Mike Baretz is not only an emerging singer but also an established songwriter and producer who has worked alongside the likes of Kota the Friend and Croosh.

Today marks the release of his first single, entitled ‘Take It That Way’. Inspired by relationships where lovers stay together and intentionally ignore the warning signs, the song presents listeners with a dreamy yet melancholic fusion of R&B, soul and indie-pop.

“I think we’ve all felt at times that we can cling to the things we are close to even when we can see the flaws and shortcomings staring right back at us. ‘Take It That Way’ is about trying to hold on to that person despite seeing all the cracks in the foundation. It can be so easy to ignore all of the downsides and just latch on to the familiarity and comfort of someone you care about, even when it may not be working.”

A self-taught musician who ended up at the world-renowned Juilliard School, Baretz has also collaborated with acclaimed producers like Lars Stalfors and Swagg R’Celius.

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New Music: Natalie Carr

If you’re on the hunt for some new electro-pop talent today, you won’t find anyone much better than North Carolina-based artist Natalie Carr.

Inspired by the likes of Tove Lo, Dua Lipa, Lauv and Rihanna, Carr fuses R&B with pop to create songs which are not only infectiously catchy, but also carry meaningful lyrics.

“I wrote ‘Wasted Potential’ about no longer caring about living up to society’s expectations through the lens of a dysfunctional relationship. In the hook I write, ‘we’ll always be broke and we’ll always be late, I’m a piece of s*** without a 401k.’ It’s a playful take on making people upset whose opinions probably shouldn’t matter in the first place (i.e. people you knew ten years ago, your ex-boyfriend’s mom, etc.). I’ve had an unconventional life and path and one of the things I’ve always believed is that you’ll never have the time back to take risks and chances. This song is my ‘don’t play it safe’ anthem. I want people in their twenties to hear this song and feel validated if they don’t have their s*** together.”

Supported by industry heavyweights including MTV, Spotify and Billboard, Carr looks set to become one of the most promising rising starlets from the US this year.

Natalie Carr

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New Music: Pace

Hailing from Chicago comes promising new talent Pace. Not defined by any single genre, this artist creates songs that carry a distinctly unique character.

New single ‘Concrete Walls’ presents listeners with a playful yet understated mix of indie and funk – resulting in a sound that feels current and fresh while also maintaining a tastefully nostalgic essence.

Pace has already been picking up traction over this last year, with songs like ‘Living Backwards’ achieving almost 400k streams to date.

Pace

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New Music: Forest Claudette

One of the most impressive debuts this month has been from American-Australian talent Forest Claudette – and when you press play on ‘Creaming Soda’ you’ll understand why.

Stylistically, the track showcases a sound that perfectly blends elements of R&B with indie, soul and hip hop.

Lyrically, the song was inspired by the self-inflicted pressures that come with setting up personal goals, and reminds us to not get stuck in our own heads.

“Simply repeat the phrase ‘f*ck it, I’m 19’ and proceed to walk away from whatever you can’t be bothered dealing with.”

Forest Claudette

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New Music: Mad Kelly

Hailing from South Florida comes rising artist and producer Mad Kelly. Through a perfectly balanced fusion of rock and emo-pop, this talent creates sounds that feel nostalgic yet raw and future-forward in equal measures.

Anthemic new single ‘Stuck’ addresses the monotony of life, and the lack of motivation we sometimes encounter – even when we need to change things for the better.

“This song is about being stuck in a cycle of everyday human events, we just sit around and waste our time on bullshit. If we are unhappy with ourselves and the world around us, we do nothing about it. Most my songs have been pretty clear on feeling trapped and feeling like I’m a hostage, but this song is about having enough and finally breaking away from everything holding you in your comfortable, boring, lazy state of not giving a f*ck.”

With over a million catalogue streams to date and praise from the likes of Flaunt, Spindle and NYOTA Magazine, Mad Kelly is well on his way to becoming one of Florida’s most interesting newcomers.

Mad Kelly

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New Music: Wax

Lifted from his freshly-released debut EP ‘Hunger or Greed’, ‘True Talk Melodies’ solidifies London artist Wax as one of the most promising new creatives to emerge from the Capital.

With a highly skilled approach to music-making that applies intelligent lyricism over a polished fusion of UK hip hop and drill, Wax has already garnered praise from the likes of Dummy Mag, BBC Radio 1 and Capital Xtra.

Showcasing a multi-faceted approach to his art, Wax has also unveiled a short film inspired by the EP that tells of an eventful night in London.

Wax

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New Music: THILO

One of the most exciting discoveries of the week has been Berlin newcomer THILO. A performer since the age of six, this promising talent carries a soulful voice that glides perfectly over songs which seamlessly fuse elements of pop with R&B, indie and dance.

Infectious new single ‘FLIGHT RISK’ is all about those moments in life when we ignore our problems instead of tackling them. Concurrently, the song also serves as somewhat of a self-empowerment anthem that dismisses the people in our lives who think they know best.

‘FLIGHT RISK’ is taken from THILO’s forthcoming EP, entitled ‘RUN RUN’ (out 12th August 2022).

THILO

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New Music: Davey Legend

Hailing from Redding in California is promising artist Davey Legend. With a refreshingly eccentric approach to music-making, this talent is constructing some of the most original new sounds to emerge from the US.

‘GOLIATH’ is a song that is full of unexpected twists and turns. This captivating and unique track radiates with a tense and raw energy, while also featuring elements of dreamy, alternative pop.

While still a relative newcomer, Legend has already showcased his potential for creating songs that feel relatable to listeners while also pushing the boundaries of the pop genre.

Davey Legend

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New Music: Klaverson

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Another hugely exciting British debut today comes courtesy of 25-year old Kent-based artist Jack Lintorn, who goes by the alias of Klaverson.

A master of many talents, Lintorn is not only a singer, songwriter and producer, but also a visual artist who developed the Klaverson project while working at the legendary Abbey Road Studios.

Dreamy new single ‘I’m Coming Home’ incorporates elements of alternative R&B with downtempo, creating a sound that feels hazy, soulful, and almost ethereal in tone.

Through the release of this single, Klaverson has managed to present himself as one of the most interesting new alternative artists to emerge from Southern England so far this year.

Klaverson

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New Music: Third Party Incidents

East London’s Third Party Incidents introduce themselves to the world today with the release of their first ever single, entitled ‘Chair’.

Showcasing some of the finest alt-rock to emerge from the Capital in some time, this four-piece create sounds that are vivid, invigorating and unashamedly bold in tone.

Songs like ‘Chair’ remind listeners of the unparalleled joy and energy that comes from experiencing rock music live, so if you’re in London on the 23rd July 2022 be sure to catch the group performing at the Fiddler’s Elbow.

Third Party Incidents

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New Music: Maddie Park

If you’re a fan of stripped-back R&B then Korean-American songstress Maddie Park might well be your new favourite artist.

Inspired by the works of modern-day icons like Jhené Aiko, SZA and Ariana Grande, this rising talent constructs sleek fusions of alternative R&B and pop that feel minimal and understated, allowing for her beautifully honest lyrics to shine through.

“‘i’ll call you back’ was born from the lyric ‘I don’t think you understand me anymore.” The song embodies nostalgia for a relationship that hasn’t yet ended, reminiscence amid a personal struggle for clarity in the midst of change.”

With a natural flair for creating songs that focus on human’s hopes, desires, vulnerabilities and fears, Park’s work is sure to resonate with a large audience.

Maddie Park

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New Music: PENNY X

Hailing from the cultural hive that is Berlin comes independent singer and songwriter PENNY X.

Inspired by genres as diverse as alt-pop, rock and indie, this promising newcomer creates songs that carry a unique edge while still maintaining mainstream appeal.

Debut single ‘faster’ is a classic breakup song that covers all the raw feelings we experience when a romance fails, as she explains:

“It’s a story about a breakup (with some juicy details), jealousy, hurt egos and how who moves on faster can feel like a race sometimes. To me this song feels like driving through an empty city at night when you can’t wait to finally get home.”

PENNY X

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New Music: Jay Guernon

Hailing from LA is rising newcomer Jay Guernon, who creates a style of R&B-pop that harks back to the classic 2000’s era while still sounding fresh and current.

Summery new single ‘Go Baby’ is inspired by the joyful moments that Guernon shares in his relationships, and also celebrates the women he loves in his life.

“Keepin me floatin, keeping my head over waters, love and devotion, holding me down cuz you wanna” ~ Go Baby

Reminiscent of other feel-good pop artists like Justin Bieber and Bruno Mars, it seems almost inevitable that Guernon will achieve mainstream success in the near future.

Jay Guernon

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New Music: Highline

Hailing from Sydney comes rising quartet Highline, who unveil their stunning new single ‘Overrun’ today.

Initially formed while performing in their school’s jazz band, this outfit construct melodic sounds that blend genres seamlessly – incorporating elements of dreamy indie with classic rock and pop.

With praise from the likes of MTV and triple j, as well as placements on flagship Spotify playlists such as New Music Friday AU/NZ and Fresh Finds, this is one Australian group to keep on your radars.

Highline

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New Music: Hohnen Ford

London-born singer-songwriter Hohnen Ford’s work initially picked up attention on social platform Reddit, where she frequently garners close to a million viewers on her live streams.

Inspired by musical idols like Joni Mitchell, Bjork, Fiona Apple and Sarah Vaughan, Ford constructs gorgeously simple blends of folk, indie and jazz.

Debut single ‘Infinity’ focuses on Ford’s journey of self-discovery, with the lyrics described as:

“A stream of consciousness in a quiet moment when the world felt overwhelming. A note to myself as I was reflecting on what was bubbling around in my brain at a time of crossroads in my life.” – Hohnen Ford

Hohnen Ford

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New Music: Causier

Hailing from the Midlands in England is singer-songwriter Causier, who’s unique style of melancholic pop is rapidly gaining this Leicester-born artist significant momentum.

Inspired by feelings of nostalgia and loneliness, his introspective new single ‘Brick Phone’ addresses the way that technology has marked the decline of meaningful human connections being made between one another.

“’Brick Phone’ is a song about wishing to disconnect. To disconnect from the world and be with oneself again. It’s a reflection on the difficulties of being present in relationships and being emotionally available. It’s also a song about nostalgia. As one looks to a digital future, it is comforting to remember our beginnings typing texts, missing calls and choosing ringtones.”

Citing inspirations as varied as The Beatles, Prince, Jeff Buckley and Brent Faiyaz, this rising artist looks set to become one of the UK’s most interesting new talents.

Causier

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