With a refreshingly original approach to indie-pop, Dutch duo ROWANN craft an ambient style of music that blends elements of harp with electric guitar to form a sound like none other.
Full of texture, character and personality, ‘Behind the Borders’ is a song that explores the depths of one’s imagination.
Truly one of the most exciting talents to emerge from the US over the last year, every song that Emmit Fenn has released to date has had me hooked.
‘Moving On’ is a song that feels almost like a journey, starting off with a sparse and melancholic tone that softly builds momentum, culminating into a beautifully euphoric conclusion.
Taken from the forthcoming debut album ‘Far From Here’ which is out soon.
LA-based artist, vocalist and songwriter Lianna Vanicelli (who goes by the alias of Xelli Island) is an independent talent who creates some of the most charming bedroom dream-pop you could imagine.
This is a sound that feels emotive and honest, yet still carries a warm and playful essence which is sure to win you over the moment you press play on ‘FLUTTER’.
“This is a song about our strengths and our weaknesses, and realising what parts of yourself need to heal and evolve. I was in a super vulnerable place when writing this. The relationship I was in was falling apart and at this specific point in time, I believed it was entirely my fault so I was frustrated with myself. I wrote the lyrics one night as a way to self-soothe.”
Norwegian indie kid Ruben Dawnson returns with a song that will stay in your head all week. This is an infectiously feel-good track that seems perfect for the weeks and months that lie ahead of us.
A wildly catchy and summery vibe from Arizonian talents Good Boy Daisy. This is American indie-pop at it’s finest; full of personality and charisma!
This British duo consistently deliver some sensational pop gems. The release of ‘Supreme Ultimate Woman’ is a playful take on the concept of completeness through partnership.
“A song for the one who keeps you balanced between the big sky and the Earth below. For the one who keeps moving through the night, fluid and warm like the wax in a lava-lamp, floating and dancing, soaking up the light.” – Charlie Pelling, Dirty Nice
An exceptionally intense approach to alt-pop from London-based rising talent Issermann. This is a dark and richly textured sound that immediately draws you into a world that is completely entrancing.
I’m quite excited to share this new American talent with you all. joe rico brings an understated approach to indie-pop that feels subdued and stripped back, yet full of personality and character. ‘Stoked’ is a steady rocker tune that reflects a day in the life of this emerging artist.
“I would say what mainly inspires me to write would be my desire to create. Whether it’s a story or something I show depth in, the writing process is usually the same. This new music is proof to myself that you can have a vision from day one and through that growth and development you can produce something great.”
Impactful punk pop with a strong 90’s flair, by a duo hailing out of LA. It’s loud, bold and completely engrossing.
LA-based talent SEB’s style of music-making showcases some of the finest lo-fi indie pop to emerge out of California at the moment. A true multi-disciplinarian, he’s not only a performer but also writes, produces and engineers everything himself.
“I used ‘Coney Island’ as a way to disguise some of my darkest truths. Sonically it gives off a summery nostalgic sound but that’s used to mask my lyrics where I’m exploring my mental health struggles and everything that comes with that.”
British talent Darla Jade returns with a stunning slice of dark electro-pop, complimented with airy vocals and a beautiful melody.
The Japanese outfit return with an understated, sensual and very cheeky blend of disco-pop and electronica.
Taken from the upcoming album ‘WINK’ which is out on 21st May 2021.
With a fantastic blend of indie, disco, soul and funk, EASHA brings a refreshingly original style of music-making that’s sure to garner this talent a whole load of traction.
A tremendously exciting new talent hailing from Manchester, Lacuna J is an independent, self-published artist and songwriter. Distinctive vocals compliment a subdued yet powerful pop sound that is both alluring and evocative.
‘Fool (for loving you)’ narrates her perspective as a spectator who is attempting to crack the rose-tinted glasses of a loved one, seemingly too blinded by love to see the danger signs ahead.
“I guess it’s a silent plea for them to figure it out on their own without my interfering but the frustration of also sitting back not wanting to be officious.”
One of South London’s finest talents to emerge of late, Odeal returns with the sensational ‘Passenger’. This is a finessed fusion of neo-soul and alt-RnB, with a deeply emotive melody and sleek vocals.
One of those rare songs that flows so beautifully, and with such ease. Sleek and finessed, Jesse Gold has crafted one of the finest fusions of soul and pop that you’re likely to hear all week.
Ace Hashimoto’s new single ‘Girls’ has that distinctively recognisable jazzy hip-hop vibe that reminds you of Pharrell Williams and Frank Ocean – which is never a bad thing!
Taken from his forthcoming debut album ‘Play.Make.Believe.’ – released on 21st May 2021 via NBN Records.
