Your next favourite bop is out now, and it’s all thanks to American starlet chloe moriondo with her fabulous new single, ‘hate it’.
As we’ve come to expect from this emerging star, this is a perfected pop sound that effortlessly fuses essences of indie and electronica in a balanced and utterly captivating way.
The track is lifted from moriondo’s highly anticipated forthcoming album, ‘oyster’, which is due on the 28th March (pre-order here). Elaborating on the inspiration behind the song, she says:
“‘hate it’ is the classic ‘chloe wants to kill someone’ song of the album. it’s my fun fun song about having so much envy for someone that it turns into a crush/murderous hatred ♡ i LOVE it and i hope everyone who listens also does!!!”
moriondo will embark on a North American tour soon, starting in Detroit on the 25th April before landing across several cities in the US and Canada over the span of a month – get your tickets here.
UK talent (and Alfitude favourite) Kai Bosch returns with a sparkling new single that is guaranteed to banish any midweek blues you might have.
‘Angel’ treats us to a dancefloor-ready fusion of indie and disco-pop, while its lyrics tell of the complexities of pining for someone you can no longer be with.
‘Angel’ is my crack at a disco-heartbreak anthem—I wanted to make a song that required a glitter ball and some flared trousers. And not to toot my own horn, but mission success in my opinion! To be blunt, ‘Angel’ is about thinking of someone else when you’re having sex. Shortly after my first breakup, I found myself in the thick of a rebound relationship. He was a lovely guy, and there was objectively nothing wrong with him, but I couldn’t help secretly yearning for the past. It’s about being with someone so kind, gentle, and perfect (an angel, if you will) yet still pining for something painful and ugly.”
The track is lifted from Kai’s forthcoming ‘Popstar Of Your Dreams’ EP, which is scheduled for release on the 16th of April 2025. Elaborating further, the artist says:
“When it came to finishing the EP with my friend Duncan Mills last summer, the rebound was long gone, and so were the lingering feelings I’d been having. It felt so freeing to finally let go, so much so that I wrote a last-minute middle eight letting it all go and not looking back. I’m happy to say we set a record for the highest note in Kai Bosch history—whether I am brave enough to recreate it live is another story…”
If you’re in the UK, then you can watch Kai performing live later this evening in Manchester, followed by some London dates later in the month… Be sure to catch this rising talent before he explodes into the mainstream and finally becomes ‘the biggest gay pop star in the universe’ that he aspires to be! Dates and venues are listed below.
Hailing from the English town of Northampton is a brand new, super exciting outfit going by the name of Balter.
Consisting of band members Tom Drury, Jake Lewis, Liam Kay, and Jack Cox, Balter is creating considerable momentum within the UK indie-pop scene thanks to their distinctive approach to the genre.
Debut single ‘someone new’ is a captivating track that is not only melodically catchy but is also sonically interesting as it contrasts a playful production with melancholic lyrics.
“This is about the aftermath of a relationship and the overwhelming feelings of loneliness and regret. I wrote this song after a particularly painful breakup, and it’s based around the idea of wanting to change myself in order to be better for them. I wanted to be the ‘someone new’ rather than her finding that in someone else.” – Tom Drury, Balter
The band has already been praised by outlets like CLOUT and BBC Introducing. If you’re based in the UK, then you can catch them performing live in April, with dates listed below.
“’Silver’ is more than just a song. I wrote it for my best friend during one of the hardest times in her life. Through the lyrics, I tried to capture her essence and our journey together. Lines like ‘Pretty girl in the mirror, black lace and silver’ capture how I see her—elegant, resilient, and always adorned with her silver jewelry, a contrast to my gold. To me, she is like silver: luminous, strong, and precious.’
SUHAIB is the stage name of a fabulous new singer, songwriter, producer, and all-round entertainer called Suhaib Qasim.
We came across this artist’s music a short while ago and have been itching to share their new single with you because it’s so great. ‘All It Was‘ is out today, and we’re excited for you to hear it!
The track’s production evolves from a stripped-back, lo-fi sound to something more complex and upbeat, mirroring the song’s lyrical concept. SUHAIB elaborates:
“This song reflects on themes of nostalgia, ageing, and lost love. It is about the way time has changed, or not changed, my emotional state in the way we generally hope it would. It goes through my life starting at 17 and ending at 83, as I reflect on the way things have passed.”
Overall, this is a unique and original sound that is both refreshing and exciting. We’ll look forward to more music from this talented artist soon!
“I remember being in my room finding all these James-Bond-type chords and thinking about how I could something quite moody with them. The idiom ‘the ball is in your court’ drove the lyrical concept for this song with how the verses embody a back-and-forth, my-move-your-move motif. Only later did this inspire the title of the track to be dubbed the name of the fiery latin dance.”
Hand on heart, we haven’t heard something this sublime in a very long time. Today we introduce you to UK-based R&B talent Ebubé. A name on the rise, and one that will very likely become globally recognised very soon.
‘Where I Wanna Be’ showcases this rising singer and multi-instrumentalist’s artistry beautifully. Alongside the sincere vocals, the track’s flawless production (crafted by RELYT, who has also worked with the likes of FLO and Ayanna) treats listeners to a finessed and perfected R&B sound.
It’s quite an impressive piece of music, and really quite extraordinary that this musician is only 22 years of age. It’s looking bright for this kid… keep him on your radars.
We don’t feature k?d as much as we like, so when we do, it’s always a special time. This hugely popular Floridian talent has amassed a considerable fanbase in recent years and now reaches more than 200k listeners every month on Spotify.
His new single ‘s c a p e g o a t’ is a euphoric piece of breakbeat-infused drum & bass. It’s sonically sublime and will undoubtedly become one of our favourite releases this month.
The track is lifted from k?d’s latest EP, which is out now, called ‘LISTEN WHILE DRIVING LATE AT NIGHT’.
Speaking on the new collection of songs, the producer and DJ explains that it is ‘a 6-track EP about JDM nightlife culture… Something in me wanted to get this kind of music off my chest so this is more of a passion project for me than the usual k?d release.’
Two of the UK’s most hyped, rising starlets have teamed up to create a sensational R&B track that requires your immediate attention.
‘Give It Up’ is a collaboration between Nia Chennai and Ella More, and serves us with a finessed, perfected R&B sound that feels fresh and future-forward while also maintaining a sense of timelessness. On the song, the artists say:
“Me and Ella just bounced ideas off each other, and it flowed like we had been friends for years. It was both our first female collab, so the energy was already high, it was good vibes from the start. When we got in the studio, we were just talking about life — how sometimes you really gotta stand on business and walk away from stuff that’s not serving you. That vibe really shaped the whole track. I want people, especially women, to know that it’s more than okay to put yourself first. It’s about walking away from what doesn’t serve you without feeling bad about it. Know your worth and move with that confidence, but keep it real and true to who you are.” – Nia Chennai
“I’ve admired Nia’s artistry for a while, and collaborating with her firsthand has deepened my respect for her talent and vision. We made this song during our very first session together over a year ago. It felt so easy working with her and we creatively bounced off each other. I can’t wait for everyone to hear it and, hopefully, love it as much as we do!” – Ella More
If you’ve yet to come across these two talents, then now’s the time to go and check out their catalogues. Chennai has been featured by outlets as prominent as COLOURS, Earmilk, and Viper magazines, while More has received support from the likes of Spotify and Stereofox.
Public Order really are marking themselves as one of the UK’s most promising indie newcomers. Today’s release of ‘Joker’ only goes to further showcase their incredible talent, and we’re thrilled to be sharing it with you.
It’s a bold and energising indie-rock anthem that grips you from the moment you press play. Elaborating on the lyrics, Public Order say:
“‘Joker’ is a bittersweet snapshot of youth. It’s about living in the moment, embracing the chaos, the messiness, and the beautiful but fleeting moments. It’s the realisation that not everything is meant to last, and that’s okay.”
The track is taken from the group’s debut ‘HELLO’ EP, which is out on the 28th of March (pre-save here). Until then, you can catch the guys on a UK-wide tour with Alfitude favourites Everyone You Know, starting in Birmingham this Friday. Full dates and venues are below.
Californian artist Chris Youmans has to be one of the most promising pop newcomers to emerge from the US in recent times.
This talent is building traction globally thanks to his distinct take on music—which blends electronic pop with elements of funk, soul, and jazz.. Youmans cites his musical icons as Nile Rodgers, Quincy Jones, and Max Martin—and you’ll hear all of those inspirations come through when playing any one of his many brilliant songs.
‘Too Close’ is lifted from the album ‘Electric Love Connection,’ which is out now. You can also catch Youmans performing at LA’s iconic Viper Room on the 8th of March—tickets available here.
It’s almost impossible not to feel some kind of connection with this musician’s work, and for that, we think he’s a star in the making.
Hailing from Brussels in Belgium is an interesting composer, producer, and DJ called ZenToy.
We recently came across one of his latest releases, called ‘Your Eyes,’ and we think it’s pretty fab. The track showcases an electronic style of production that is fresh yet also carries a sense of retro nostalgia, which is really quite charming to experience.
The song reminds us a lot of the classic sounds by disco icons like Sylvester and Patrick Cowley, so if that’s your kind of flavour then be sure to check out ZenToy’s work!
Acclaimed London-based punk-rock outfit Healthy Junkies have released one of the catchiest songs that we’ve come across for a good while.
Despite its dark title, ‘Dead Souls‘ is an energising punk bop that not only showcases singer Nina Courson’s captivating vocals but also treats us to a melody that is sure to stick in your head all day.
Healthy Junkies are about to take part in a series of shows across the UK and in Paris—so if they’re in a town near you soon, be sure to check them out!
Herefordshire indie chaps Pentire kick off their year with not only a new single but also a UK-wide tour, which we highly recommend you try and catch.
‘Being Underwater’ serves as the group’s focus track on their new EP, titled ‘Love On TV’ (out now). The song itself is a sincere and mellow, yet emotive, piece of music that mirrors its lyrics beautifully.
“‘Being Underwater’ is about moving out to the city and finding life beyond your hometown. Growing up and succumbing to real life can feel isolating and often as if you’ve been ‘underwater’ all these years. This song was written during a visit back to my family home, in a break from the newfound city life.” – Jack Morgan, Pentire
Pentire’s momentum has continued to grow recently, with the band’s music gaining support from outlets like BBC Radio 1 and 6Music, and their headline concert shows selling out nationwide.
Your weekend indie-pop bop comes courtesy of Cooper Evello’s music collective bog berries.
New single ‘Overcommitted’ was inspired by the pressures that we put on ourselves to make the most of life, to the point where things become overwhelming and chaotic. Alongside its relatable lyrics, the song’s melody is sure to stay in your mind for a good while!
“I am deeply afraid of death and I think I battle that fear by trying to do as much as possible and live life to the fullest.” – Cooper Evello, bog berries
With support from the likes of Atwood Magazine under their belts, as well as thousands of streams amassed on Spotify, we think there’s an exciting future ahead for this Bostonian outfit.
US talent townsend is back again this week with a captivating new bop called ‘hard truth’.
As we’ve come to expect from this immensely gifted artist, the track serves us with a catchy melody and a pop production that is both experimental and alternative but still easy to listen to and connect with.
Dare we say, ‘hard truth’ is our favourite release from townsend so far. If this calibre of work continues, then we have no doubt that this talent will not only hit the mainstream in the US, but perhaps the rest of the world too.
Our first post this week is a brilliant collaboration between two very promising artists: US-based musician Ex Habit and rising Istanbul newcomer BURY.
‘let me fall’ delivers a beautiful mix of alternative pop, soul, and R&B. The sound is cinematic and dark, without coming across as too heavy or overwhelming.
Alongside the impressive production, these two artists’ vocals complement one another perfectly. Speaking on the track’s lyrics, Ex Habit says:
“This song encapsulates the feeling of deep all encompassing devotion and infatuation with a lover.”
Ex Habit has amassed more than 155 million streams on Spotify to date, while BURY has garnered 23 million streams herself on the platform. Two names to watch for in 2025—mark our words!
We’ve got a gorgeous newcomer to share with you today, going by the name of clovers daughter.
This American-Palestinian singer and songwriter is garnering traction thanks to her distinctive style of music, which infuses folk and pop elements into delicate indie productions.
The new single, ‘are you coming home’ is a perfect introduction to the artist’s work and touches on aspects of longing and self-discovery.
“it captures the bittersweet ache of trying to hold on to something fleeting.”
You can catch clovers daughter performing live in Las Vegas on the 15th of February—tickets are available here.
If you’re in the mood for some fresh new indie pop, then Housewife’s latest release should hit the spot nicely.
‘Work Song’ is the artist’s first single of the year and treats us to an energising sound that is not only melodically catchy but is also filled with captivating lyrics—focusing on the expectations that we set ourselves.
“‘Work Song’ is about feeling unsatisfied with yourself and where you’re going. I have really high expectations of myself but also have really unhealthy habits and so oscillate between being a workaholic and being burnt out. I wanted to poke fun at myself, while still processing it as a valid issue in my life. This song is for anyone else out there with executive functioning issues who sometimes feel like a hot mess.”
Housewife’s momentum has grown from strength to strength over the past year, rapidly becoming a critic’s favourite. She releases her next EP on the 7th of March, titled ‘Girl Of The Hour’. Until then, you can explore more of the highly praised Canadian artist’s work over on Spotify.
