Canadian artist maxime. has released some superb indie gems recently, but new single ‘can’t u tell ?’ is probably the favourite that we’ve come across so far.
Playful yet emotive in it’s eccentric style of production, the song serves as the third taster for upcoming EP ‘rubber checks’.
‘rubber checks’ is released on 21st July 2022. maxime. also debuts his new live show on 27th June in Montreal.
Los Angeles-based Saticöy is a promising collective of musicians, writers and producers who are currently creating some of most exciting blends of indie, soul, pop and funk to emerge from California.
With contributions from Jay Ham and Tre Wright, ‘On My Way’ utilises live drums, lush guitars, groovy bass and synths to form a sound that is impossible not to fall in love with.
Rising Canadian duo Chrome Daphne return with another perfected fusion of ambient dance and dreamy R&B through the release of new single ‘Enough’.
Unusual in it’s construction, the song was written in 6/4 (rarely heard in dance music), and was inspired by the inner conflicts that one can experience when straddling the line between deeper commitment and shallow desires.
Having picked up early praise from the likes of BBC Radio 1, Clash, Dork and The Line Of Best Fit, London four-piece Sad Boys Club are already making a mark on the UK indie scene.
With a nod to the 90’s-00’s emo and alternative sounds, new single ‘Ignorance Is Bliss (Haven’t You Heard)’ is a track that stands as a rousing scrutiny of cynicism in all its varying guises.
“It was a song that had a re-birth. There’s a sweetness about the track that for a while made us all a bit uneasy, it was a bit saccharine and it nearly found itself into Tom’s ‘SBC graveyard’ iTunes folder but I wanted to find a way to contextualise that sweetness to make it a little eerie and fucked up. I like it when ear-worms unknowingly carry a bit of malice in them, I guess it’s our Pumped Up Kicks.” – Jacob Wheldon, Sad Boys Club
The group are currently preparing to embark on a June tour, culminating in their biggest headline show to date at London’s PowerHaus.
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Philadelphia-based talent Suzanne Sheer has already worked with globally recognised names like Taylor Gang and Wiz Khalifa.
This powerhouse artist creates a dark, bold, confident and refreshingly experimental take on R&B that incorporates elements of electronic music, along with soulful, sexual and surreal tones.
Debut LP ‘The Blue Hour’ is out 10th June 2022 | Suzanne Sheer
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Nieri is a Milan raised and LA-based singer, songwriter and artist who creates shimmering fusions of electronica, pop and indie.
New single ‘In Our Eyes’ is an ethereal piece of lo-fi bliss that explores the emotional struggle of ‘making it’.
“We live in a society that values money and fame more than almost anything else. Whether you’re passionate, ambitious or just trying to figure it out, life can test you in very interesting ways. We’ve all found ourselves overwhelmed, vulnerable to external forces and eventually losing track of what’s really important. ‘In Our Eyes’ is my personal reminder that conquering the struggles of ambition starts with living in the present moment and cherishing the people I love. Youth, money and fame are fleeting, but true love lasts forever. The song is dedicated to my partner.”
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Emerging from Los Angeles is recording artist REYSHA RAMI. With a finessed approach to music construction, this singer songwriter takes elements of the classical Carnatic music she grew up listening to, and blends it with elements of pop, R&B, hip hop and soul.
The result is a smooth, cinematic and luxurious sound that is utterly bewitching to experience.
“When I first heard Ariana Grande’s song ‘Safety Net,’ I wanted to create something in a similar vein both sound and writing-wise, and brought the song in as a reference to my session. When I’m inspired by a lyric or concept, I like to try and write about the opposite situation in order to make it feel more original. ‘Fallback’ felt like the way to portray the flip-side scenario of ‘Safety Net,’ by telling someone that you’re neither going to be a second choice to someone nor stop them from being with who they want to be.”
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Since her debut just last year, rising Canadian punk-pop starlet Sophie Powers has gone on to garner over 2.5 million streams, while also picking up praise from the likes of FADER, American Songwriter, Alternative Press and The Noise.
Anthemic new single ‘Breakup On The Weekend’ is lifted from debut EP ‘Red in Revenge’, of which Powers says:
“After turning 16, I quickly realised the world was not the place I was told would be. It’s not easy to make your dreams come true – it’s not even easy to dream – which made me angry. ‘Red In Revenge’ represents the angry, depressive and anxious state I was in while realising this, as well as the state I was in while struggling to find confidence and place in society as a teenage girl, pursuing my dream, living alone in another country, far from home/ the norm.”
Taking inspiration from the likes of Kaytranada, Disclosure and Daft Punk, emerging DIY artist HAiiNES creates sleek fusions of melodic pop and classic house.
New single ‘No Strings’ is all about passion and connection – with no strings attached. It’s about maintaining control when you feel the temptation to fall with another person.
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Hailing from New England is hugely exciting new seven-member creative collective CLUB INDGO.
Old-school soul and hip hop is thoughtfully crafted into a more modern and edgy sound, giving melodic songs like ‘Are You In The Room’ a sense of timelessness that is nothing short of perfection.
The collective consists of Ill Addicts (band), Sança (songwriter), Juelz (songwriter), Proswervez (songwriter/producer), ALI (songwriter), Dochee (songwriter), Buu (producer), and Dalvin Lopes (photographer).
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Consisting of three close friends, Australian trio PEPTALK create songs that carry a sense of comfort and confidence which only time and genuine friendship can bring.
As songwriters, these phenomenally talented artists have written for acclaimed performers and producers across the world, and today marks their introduction as a pop outfit in their own right.
“’White Sneakers’ is about being completely infatuated with someone. When we were writing the track, Phoebe [Sinclair – vocals/ production] mentioned a real-life experience where she was complimented on her fresh sneakers and they instantly became her most prized possession. We could all relate to that feeling of wanting to impress someone and holding onto compliments a little too hard.”
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Lithuanian teenage talent Lucid Kidd continues to build momentum with his unique blend of emo rap and urban pop.
Impressive new single ‘Nothing Back’ features sharp and relatable lyricism over a melancholic melody that is sure to garner this rising artist a whole new legion of fans.
“This is a song about the escape from betrayal. It depicts the vampires as these fake people that are always draining your energy and using you. The song expresses leaving all these vampires behind and finding your own path, because walking alone is better than being surrounded by fake people. The video contains lots of colours, which represent escaping from the greyness of fake people and becoming your own bright, colourful individual.”
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Already an accomplished name within the industry, Liverpool-based talent St. Louis is a writer and producer who has worked alongside the likes of Ava Max, David Guetta, Karen Harding, Stealth and K-pop boyband BtoB.
Today sees his introduction to the world as a solo artist through the release of genre-bending single ‘Debut’.
With a finessed concoction of jazz, R&B and dark edged pop, the song boasts the rhythmic modernity of a club banger whilst keeping the sophisticated influence of St. Louis’ musical mind at its core.
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Emerging from Belgium is rising artist Berre. With a beautifully distinctive soulful voice, this 21-year-old talent has already amassed a huge following online with his covers of well-known and lesser-known songs.
Now Berre unveils his own original work through the release of new single ‘Say My Name’, showcasing his extraordinary skill at crafting pop sounds that feel both intense and gripping.
“After a breakup, you have lots of questions left and you long for honest answers to each one. Despite all those difficulties, the only thing you want to hear from that one person is they love you, even if that’s a lie.”
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Track of the week. Ontario-based artist quami.xyz has been one of the most exciting discoveries so far this month.
With its thought-provoking and intelligent lyricism, new single ‘evolve’ is a beautifully dreamy and airy fusion of alternative R&B, soul and lo-fi pop.
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One of the first summer indie-pop anthems of the year comes courtesy of South Africa’s youngest hitmaker, Will Linley.
“‘i don’t wanna be yours’ is about not wanting to get into a relationship with someone because you know it just isn’t going to work out and ultimately wanting to save each other from any hurt that may come in the future.”
To date, Linley has earned over twelve million global streams since his November debut, and is quickly building a fanbase across the globe.
Sylo continues to impress with his distinct blend of R&B and indie-pop on new single ‘Bento Box’.
Subtly euphoric in its sound while carrying thought-provoking lyricism, this immensely catchy track serves as the perfect summer anthem for the months ahead.
Rising London-based singer-songwriter vi0let unveils her stunning new single ‘Over & Over’, featuring Brighton-based Serbian artist Jymenik.
Silky vocals glide over a production that effortlessly combines airy R&B with trap sonics, giving the song a sultry and dark essence.
“The intention behind writing the song originally came from a place of heartbreak. I was still processing an extremely toxic relationship I had left and reflected on how I feel they viewed me. I felt like an idiot for so long constantly going back to the relationship which is how the chorus came to be. When producing the track with Jomo Kru, it became less of a sad song and more of a dark and mysterious ballad. It gave me a feeling of confidence although it’s quite the intimate track. Once we had the song down, I instantly thought of Jymenik for this track. She radiates a dark and mysterious energy and I knew her voice would take this song to the next level.”
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Genre-defying artist Cannon was first featured here back in 2020, and has since gone on to garner over twelve million streams, alongside support from the likes of Earmilk and Fashionably Early.
New single ‘College Friends’ fuses elements of alternative rock with hip hop and garage pop for an enthralling sonic experience.
“When I graduated from college, I found myself worrying about whether I was sacrificing too much time chasing my goals to spend time with my friends or sacrificing too much time with my friends to chase my goals. I soon came to realise that in trying to be two places at once, I ended up nowhere. Part of the process of graduating and growing up for me has been learning how to decide where to allocate my time.”
FènixDion continue to showcase their extraordinary talent at crafting timelessly cool sounds. By confidently fusing elements of R&B with indie and rock, this outfit have mastered a style of music that is distinctly their own.
With a production that carries strong essences nostalgia, new single ‘Sugar’ is a guitar-driven piece of introspective perfection.
“‘Sugar’ reflects the aspiration to break the chain of violence and self destruction that permeates generations of my family tree. I grew up terrified of acquiring the traits of a man I never knew while simultaneously waiting for him to change for the better as if it were a reflection of the light I was seeking within myself. The song draws the line between the man I have envisioned and feared my whole life, and the man I am envisioning to be, one day.” – Keston Wright, FènixDion
