We’ve been following the work of US starlet B.Miles for quite some time now, and consistently found ourselves ever more impressed by this artist’s releases.
Today’s unveiling of new single ‘One Trick Pony’ continues to showcase B.Miles‘s musical versatility, and treats listeners to a mesmerising blend of dreamy indie and alt-pop. The sound feels playful and enchanting, yet still maintains a raw essence of emotion.
To date, B.Miles has acquired tens of millions of streams across all digital platforms, secured a sync deal with Netflix and received critical praise from the likes of Fader and Paper magazines.
Danish-Guatemalian pop artist Soluna Samay releases one of the grooviest cuts of the week with her new single ‘Make Them Stay’.
Through its sleek fusion of alternative pop and soft jazz, the track treats listeners to an upbeat sound that lyrically serves as a reflection on the perils of modern-day dating,
“About misfortune in love, feeling cursed – and with no other way out – finally making peace with ‘being on my lonely’”.
An established and well-loved name in Denmark, singer and songwriter Samay has garnered more than 500k catalogue streams to date on Spotify alone.
Another new name to add to Norway’s ever-growing roster of impressive pop vocalists, MAIH introduces herself to the world through single ‘Let Him Let Me Go’.
With its perfected style of melancholic dream-pop, the song presents itself as an anthem for the broken-hearted, and feels emotive and vulnerable in tone.
It’s a sound that is so typically Scandinavian in style, but never fails to win us over. Keep MAIH on your radars for the year ahead – this talent may well be one of Norway’s newest exports.
Hailing from Essex in England is promising artist DROZ. Today sees this multi-talented artist release his new single, entitled ‘back to me.’
With it’s infectious mix of nu-disco, electronica, indie and pop, the song’s lyrics look at the moment when you cross paths with your ex, and realise that you’ll never get back together again.
“Simply, it’s a song about seeing your ex at a party and knowing you’ve moved on, no matter what. Despite those good memories of the exciting times you had together, we move, and you know that’s what is best for you, and evidently for them too.”
Since his debut only last year, DROZ has gone on to acquire more than 140k career streams to date on Spotify alone.
Representing some of London’s newest and finest R&B-pop sounds is rising newcomer JVSMINE.
New single ‘forgive me’ was produced by Luke Osborne, and looks at the times in our lives when we fall into relationships without truly understanding what being love means.
“Being presented with love can really feel like holding a mirror up to yourself and to insecurities you didn’t even know you had. I wanted to write from a perspective of not knowing how to give and receive love. It’s something that everyone writes and dreams about in this society, however I’ve come to realise that I still have a lot to learn and this song is my personal reflection on that.”
JVSMINE will release more new music as well as a mixtape in 2023. With support from the likes of BBC Introducing already under her belt, this emerging artist looks set to take on her biggest year yet
Emerging from Sydney is promising singer, songwriter and producer jnr. (aka Ben Siva). While this talent is relatively new, it’s safe to say that his universally likeable style of pop will gain significant traction over the coming months.
Fans of The 1975 and LANY will delight in jnr.’s new single, ‘Say (Light Me Up)’, which treats listeners to an an anthemic sound that is both melodically catchy and lyrically captivating.
The track serves as jnr.’s third release to date, following on from his previous singles, ‘A Friend’and‘Remember’.
Critically-acclaimed Canadian songstress Ruby Waters returns today with an intensely beautiful new single that has to be heard.
Stripped-back and minimal in its production, the sparseness on ‘Heather’ allows for Waters’ distinctly raw and soulful vocals to shine through, resulting in a sound that is powerfully emotive and sincere.
The song closes an impressive year for Waters, who recently completed a series of sold-out shows in the US. Keep an eye on this artist in 2023 – she is most certainly one to watch.
Emerging Australian outfit Priscilla create a kind of pop sound that instinctively gives you itchy feet.
New single ‘Lose Control’ presents listeners with an energising fusion of synth, disco and power-pop that is sure to win this duo a whole new legion of fans.
Listeners in Australia can catch Priscilla supporting The Veronicas on 2nd December at the Ice Cream Factory, and at Sunday Music on 11th December at the Fremantle Arts Centre.
As the musical project of P Gardner and Luke Minness, these two musicians have already garnered praise from heavyweight tastemakers like Wonderland Magazine.
While Varas may be a name new to many of you, this emerging 25-year old talent has been gaining momentum across the Nordic region since the release of his 2020 debut EP,‘Set One’.
Hailing from Sweden, Varas is the musical moniker for self-taught Chilean producer, singer and songwriter Benjamin Muñoz Varas.
Signed to the legendary TEN Music Group,Varas constructs a style of alternative indie-pop that feels understated yet melancholic, sincere and emotive in tone.
Elaborating on the inspiration behind his latest release, Varas explains:
“‘New Light’ got created out of surprise and by getting to know new sides of myself. It was equally scary and relieving when I realised I’d always replace me with another me. I was convinced the person I identified as was a constant thing, a solid rock. I change each year and each day.”
“It doesn’t matter if I’ve convinced myself into a certain direction, all it takes is romances, friendships, losing and getting jobs, letting go of dreams or creating new ones to lose the sense of it. It’s dumb. But don’t get me wrong, it’s a positive and vital ability. Although when I think about it, scratch what I said. It could also just be a song about falling in love at the wrong time. Ask me again tomorrow!”
The track serves a taster to Varas’ forthcoming EP, which is set for release early next year.
One of the most exciting newcomers to have emerged from Ireland over the last year has been alt-R&B artist Monjola.
Melodic new single ‘Big Fat Liar’ was produced by Monjola’s very own brother Moyo, and is inspired by issues of distrust in relationships.
Currently on the road supporting Kid Cudion his ‘To The Moon’ tour, this Dublin-raised artist continues to build momentum globally – and has garnered more than four million catalogue streams to date on Spotify alone.
Teon Gibbs is an emerging hip hop artist and producer currently based in the Canadian city of Vancouver, having previously lived in the UK, South Africa and Angola.
Inspired by a new love that grew from friendship, ‘Easy’ showcases to listeners Gibbs’ unique approach to music-making. This is a sound that is experimental and future-forward, yet somehow also feels timeless and nostalgic in character.
“‘Easy’ is meant to feel like floating, kind of embodying the joy of a new relationship with someone and trying to hold on to those moments of new love.”
With support from heavyweight tastemakers as influential as Complex, Earmilk and KEXP, Gibbs is marking himself as an artist to watch in 2023.
Washington D.C. pop outfit GLOSSER are back with a beautifully atmospheric fusion of indie and electronica on their new single, ‘Movies’.
Marking the group’s return since autumn’s release of‘Disco Girls’,the shimmering new single treats listeners to an emotive sound that feels dreamy and transcendental in tone.
GLOSSER is the musical project of musicians Riley Fanning and Corbin Sheehan. Debut album ‘DOWNER’ is scheduled for release on 27th January 2023.
At this point, Dylan Conrique is probably too established to be featured on the site but ‘ugly’ has to be one of the best pop break-up anthems we’ve heard in some time.
The track concludes a trilogy of releases from Conrique that were inspired by ‘coming-of-age heartbreak’, and continues to propel this new superstar further into the mainstream.
To date, Conrique has acquired over 180 million catalogue streams and commands more than 2.4 million monthly Spotify listeners. ‘ugly’ was produced by Luka Kloser and co-written by Conrique herself alongside Kloser, Dalton Diehl and Cici Ward.
Track of the week. While we don’t know exactly who j maw is (yet), this emerging outfit is one of the most exciting finds we have come across recently. By being intentionally mysterious, j maw aims to encourage listeners to focus on the music above anything else.
Ambient yet captivating in tone, new single ‘Day Ones’ presents listeners with a perfected blend of lo-fi alternative R&B and hip hop. The resulting sound is nothing short of spectacular. Elaborating further on the song’s concept, j maw explains:
“’Day Ones’ is about friendship, Sangha, community – the people that were with you from the beginning and the ones that need to see you get back up after you’ve been hurt. It’s like UFO music because it comes from that other place, the kind of place you can only get to in your dreams.”
With such a unique approach to music-making, there’s no doubt in our minds that j maw will garner significant traction over the next year.
Hailing from the British city of Birmingham is rising talent SIPHO. With a style of sound that incorporates elements of soul with R&B, gospel and electronic pop, this artist is rapidly marking his name as an artist to watch.
Powerful new single ‘ARMS’ is not only flawlessly produced, but also serves as a platform for SIPHO.’s sensational vocals to shine through.
“‘ARMS’ is a continued exploration of the complicated relationships we create as a generation – there for the sensation, not the responsibility. It’s something we’re gonna have to face up to or drown in the problems of the next decade ahead of us.”
Garnering support from the likes of DIY Magazine, Dummy, BBC Introducing, NME, COLORS and Complex UK amongst others, SIPHO. is undoubtedly one of the biggest UK newcomers to keep on your radars in 2023.
Hailing from the city of Montreal, singer and songwriter Chloe Florence is steadily building momentum as one of Canada’s most exciting newcomers.
Featuring the talents of fellow artist Myles Lloyd, new single ‘Synergy‘ presents listeners with a sleek fusion of sultry alt-R&B and dark pop. Elaborating further on the song’s lyrics, Florence explains:
“Sonically, ‘Synergy’ embodies the tipping point, right before one confesses their feelings for the other. They’re addicted to playing with fire as they haven’t been burned (yet). There are feelings hidden under covers and subliminal messages found between the lines of their late-night conversations – in bed and during late-night drives. The lyrics depict the situationship as lustful, mysterious, dangerous, and intense.”
While still early in her career, Florence has already impressively garnered more than 500k career streams to date.
London-born and Melbourne-raised breakout star Thomas Headon returns with one of the most infectious bops of the week.
New single ‘Georgia’ is the kind of song that will most certainly bring a smile to your face, and showcases Headon’s remarkable talents as a songwriter.
“We’ve actually been sitting on this song for over a year now. I wrote it by myself with my little acoustic guitar in London, then finally produced it up into 100 different versions with my friend Stephen months later, finally landing on this one. It’s actually not even about someone called Georgia, it’s more pointed towards the US state… also which I have nothing to do with, but it’s a metaphor. Anyway it’s my favourite song of mine to date, I hope people like it.”
Having recently supported global icons like Sigrid and Elton John (not to mention selling out his own solo shows), Headon joins Alfie Templeman on tour across North America from this month.
London-based, Leeds-born artist Eden Rain returns with a superb piece of indie-pop through her new single, ‘Oh God’.
Created alongside emerging producer Josef Page, the song presents listeners with an honest insight into the life of someone who suffers from overthinking and anxiety. Elaborating further on the lyricism, Rain explains:
“At the very best of times, the thoughts in my brain are random, chaotic and spontaneous. I am, by my own definition, pretty unhinged . Therefore when I found a doodle in my notebook during my session with Josef that said ‘Oh god maybe i should take more drugs’. I thought.. maybe I should write a song about that. The song is sort of about navigating life and relationships as a chronic over-thinker/ anxious girly who is easily overwhelmed. I think the lyrics kind of reflect the darting random thoughts that I have a lot.”
The track serves as a taster to Rain’s forthcoming debut EP, ‘Gutter Vision’, which is out soon.
You can’t ever go wrong with a little soul music, and fortunately The Jack Moves have ensured that you get your dose for the weekend.
Melodic new single ‘Lionel Richie’ showcases a finessed sound that blends nostalgic funk with future-forward R&B tones.
Fans in the East Coast will be delighted to know that the acclaimed duo are about to go on tour – starting in New York this coming Monday. Full dates listed below.
Those of you seeking an anthem for the weekend need look no further thanks to American singer, songwriter and producer Skylar Lee.
New single ‘Too Good To Be You’ serves listeners with an energising electro-pop production, while the lyrics tell of the moments when we build an image of a lover in our minds that isn’t quite as it seems in reality.
“I feel as though as a hopeless romantic, it is so easy to fall into fantasy whenever we really like somebody. We build our standards super high of what that person could be, and often, the idea of them is actually better than the real thing. Maybe they’re all talk, but never follow through with the things they say. Maybe the things that they promise never come into full fruition. The things that you wish and dream they’d do, they just don’t! But the truth is, perhaps there IS someone out there who is exactly what we imagine, it’s just not the original person we hoped it would be. It’s not that the standards we set for ourselves are too good to be true… sometimes, it’s simply too good to be — them!”
The track continues to prove that this Nashville-based artist is one of America’s most promising new starlets. To date, Lee has picked up attention from the likes of Rolling Stone India, YoCo Nashville on 96.7FM and ASCAP.
