Sometimes, the purest of songs make for the best kind of pop. Case in point, Nashville based singer and songwriter Skylar Lee.
This talent has perfected the art of forming melodies that carry unforgettable hooks, while adding extra character to the sound with an old-time twist.
The result is a style of pop that is instantly loveable and completely memorable. Playing ‘Whoopsie Daisy’ will undoubtedly bring a smile to your faces… So go ahead and press play!
Masterfully crafted indie-pop from the multi-talented 17 year-old singer and songwriter Cam M.
This artist summarises the essence of youth perfectly with the release of ‘all my friends are faded‘ – a song which carries a sense of teen anxiety that could either feel like a relatable experience to you now, or nostalgic one to oldies like me!
There’s really not much to say about emawk’s new release other than to sit back and listen to the beauty of ‘ACOUSCOUS’.
From the gentle sway of the melody to the heart-warming lyrics, this is one of the finest songs I have had the joy of listening to so far this month.
here’s a free pass, just sit back
close your eyes and just
be
A dreamy and understated approach to alt-pop from Portland’s finest, Genevieve Stokes.
Do you remember that drive together?
The seats were hot, black leather
The summer felt so much better when I was with you
And though I never knew you deeply, I thought someday I could
There was something so familiar about you in the dark where we stood
A refreshingly original approach to indie-pop by Spanish talent Samuel Petra. This is a track that feels emotive in a very raw and passionate way, without feeling too heavy or dark.
Taken from the EP ‘Floodlight Fever’ which is out now.
Pop music in it’s most finessed form, by 19-year old talent Eddie Benjamin. This is the kind of song that takes a little while to warm up to, but once you feel that chorus kick in you’ll be completely mesmerised.
And with over 100k monthly listeners on Spotify alone, it’s only a matter of time before the rest of the world wakes up to this hugely exciting artist.
In a relatively short space of time, British talent Benny Atlas has seen his work recognised by some of the biggest names in music discovery – from BBC Radio 1 to Highsnobiety and GQ.
And there’s good reason for it. Atlas brings a refined and finessed approach to RnB that blends itself with elements of soul and pop, to create a sound that is nothing short of pure perfection.
Taken from the debut EP ‘Honey Rum’ which is out now.
Norwegian wonder kid Ola Village returns today with a song that’s mesmerisingly beautiful in it’s own uniquely charming way.
‘Love To Cry’ is a poignant and heartfelt study of emotions, sketched over a canvas of joyous indie-pop balladry.
It’s really no wonder that this talent has already garnered recognition from the likes of The Line Of Best Fit, EARMILK and Clash Magazine since his debut last year.
“I generally don’t like sharing too much about my songs, which I think becomes obvious if you listen to the lyrics. So by saying that I guess you can imagine what this song is about. You might think: me, an emotional being with the lack of will to show those emotions to others, would be a bad fit. But I have to say that I like it that way. In a time where all of our lives are so public, it’s nice to have something that is just mine.”
A debut EP is due for release in Autumn 2021.
Canadian talent Kayla Diamond brings a refreshingly anthemic approach to music making. Her new single ’50/50′ is a bold, rousing and captivating slice of pop – with hints of soul and gospel added in for good measure.
“Lots of people will hear this song and think it’s just about a spoiled relationship, but to me it’s so much more than that. It’s about recognising that you deserve better than what you’re being given. It’s about removing unwanted toxicity from your life.”
A beautifully luxurious blend of indie and RnB from London-based musician Tamaraebi. This is a finessed sound which is too gorgeous not to experience.
“‘Brown Angel’ is a modern-day psychedelic blues song with hip hop and RnB undertones. It’s been described as a stoner’s love song.”
Taken from the forthcoming EP ‘Spectrum’, which will be released on 19th May via Believe.
With a bold collection of beats that invoke feelings of melancholy, South London producer Sour Sync crafts a cinematic sound that is dark and intense in essence, yet intimate and emotive.
In a bid to distract himself from wisdom teeth pains (hence the title of the song), Sour Sync inadvertently penned the lyrics to this piece and realised their potential for a greater meaning…
“Sometimes minimalistic lyrics can evoke the deepest feelings. I think there’s beauty in leaving room to connect your own dots.”
I’ve had ‘Real Life’ on loop for most of the day (literally, no exaggeration). This is a beautifully delicate blend of emotive indie and pop that feels captivating in a very subtle yet moving way.
A beautifully melancholy blend of indie and pop, with some of the deepest, most introspective and moving lyrics that I think I’ve heard so far this year. A genuinely emotive song that reminds you of just how powerful music can be.
Sometimes an artist creates a piece of dream pop that is just so beautifully emotive that it genuinely moves me in an unexpected way. Drew Elliott’s new release, ‘Missing You Now’ is exactly that.
A song that looks at the awkward small talk when you run into an old ex, this song is delicate piece of music that feels delightfully relatable.
“Last summer, I attempted to rekindle a friendship that ended after a breakup a few years ago. I tend to go silent immediately after a relationship ends, to allow space for healing and create a chance to move on, but even after years passed, it felt like a piece of my life was always missing. Not to sound pessimistic, but usually that process of rediscovering a friendship fails, because things can get complicated so easily, so you end up missing your best friend and wondering if they’re missing you. In this case, I’m happy to say she’s a part of my life again. But ‘Missing You Now’ was a result of a first attempt at trying to rekindle that friendship on what felt like a lurking possibility of slipping back into something reminiscent of the past.”
Listening to ‘Petrified’ gets my heart racing for one reason alone: this song carries all the hallmarks of a megastar in the making.
I won’t be surprised to see Mette evolve into a fully-fledged global pop icon soon if her releases continue to be this outstanding.
Hailing from the West Midlands, British bedroom-funk newcomers Akande have managed to create a track that feels both melancholy and quirky at the same time.
‘Pink Grapefruit’ is charmingly loveable yet refreshingly original. Be warned that you’ll probably have this song on loop for a good while…
“This song is inspired by a Golden Grapefruit which tasted really bad, at that point I realised it was Pink Grapefruit I was looking for. This relates to a relationship where she realises that I was Golden Grapefruit.”
With features from Complex UK and GRM Daily, South-London grime artist, MC and producer Crafty 893 is steadily making a big impact on the UK grime scene.
Crafting his sound through clever lyricism, distinctive vocals and catchy beat work, this talent brings a new level of finesse to the genre; one that feels polished and future-forward. On the video, Crafty says:
“I wanted the visuals to be something completely different to what I’ve seen before. It’s based on a mission brief in Grand Theft Auto, where I’m in the office teaching people how to make money.”
One of indie-pop’s most promising starlets from this last year, ella jane returns with a charming release that will stay with you for a good while.
Sharp lyricism glides over a catchy melody that winds up straight to your heart.
As far as British talent goes, Chloe Rodgers is one of the most promising new starlets of the moment. With recognition from tastemakers like Notion, The Line of Best Fit and Refinery 29, Rodgers is set on making a big impact in 2021.
The release of ‘Coins For Charon’ is alt-pop at it’s finest. Subtly emotive yet powerfully captivating, this is a beautifully melodic piece of music that is sure to make Rodgers your new obsession.
“‘Coins for Charon’ was written by Anders Källmark and Nick van Hofwegan, AKA Young & Sick.. It’s about losing someone you love. I do like the track. The dynamic change and percussion in the chorus was a good call, and the drummer (Giovanni Velez), is a genius.”
An exciting talent to look out for, London born/ LA-based artist and songwriter Sophia Gripari crafts some of the freshest pop out there right now.
Listening to ‘DLS’ instantly sets you in a good mood, and feels perfect for the summer months ahead.
