Margate-based artist and producer Jaime Rosso will release a new EP soon, titled ‘Keep Stepping!’, from which ‘Walk’ is lifted.
“I started ‘Keep Stepping!’ spurred on by the simple tonics of everyday life: walking, talking, dancing and dreaming. Over time the EP became an ode to these daily rituals, the sources of optimism that keep us moving through turbulent times.”
There’s not much known about Cora Flux (the musical project of Danish artist Jonathan Schultz), but from what we’ve heard so far, this talent will go far.
Melancholic single ‘haunted’ showcases a slowcore-inspired sound, with its stripped-back production blending indie, rock and pop. The song is minimal and raw, but moody and emotionally impactful.
Cora Flux has only released a handful of songs to date and has already gained traction through prominent Spotify playlists like Indie Nights and No More Good Girls.
Hailing from Teesside in north-eastern England is James Witham, who is already building significant momentum across the region.
This artist has the rare ability to completely expose his feelings in his songs. New single ‘George III’ is a perfect example of this singer-songwriter’s work and speaks of toxicity that arises from going out too much.
“‘George III’ is a track I wrote about how the going out culture has ruined people around me. It depicts the feeling of drug induced highs and their crashes, leaving friends in f***** up states. The repetitive chorus aims to portray how the action is habitual for many people despite the negative consequences. Being surrounded by this culture I find it hard to express the way I feel and I think this song does that for me. I just think people destroy themselves all for a night out and it seems really sad to me. Maybe this song is a way of getting this whole feeling out there.”
Witham sites artists like Sam Fender as his inspiration, and if he carries on releasing songs like ‘George III’, then he might well become one of the UK’s new solo stars.
We rarely come across songs these days that stop us in our tracks from the first few seconds of pressing play. ‘Surely They Won’t’ by London newcomer patch_t41b is very much one of those pieces, though.
This is a beautifully captivating track that doesn’t fit into any one particular genre. It’s sonic artistry at its most exciting, showcasing this promising pianist, producer and vocalist’s potential.
Impressively, the song was improvised during a studio session, starting with a piano sequence and then adding layers of instrumentation from the rest of the band.
“This tune was made spontaneously. We’d hit a bit of a wall in the studio and things had slowed down. On the seventh morning I was on my own at the piano, just playing this short, irregular chord sequence. I suggested we record a jam, didn’t give the band any instructions, and just started playing the sequence. They took it in their own direction from there.”
SOLEYA is a new artist emerging from California’s Bay Area who is rapidly gaining traction with her finessed approach to alternative R&B.
New single ‘west coast’ was written as a dedication to the cultures around her that helped shape the person who she has become and treats listeners to a melodic production that is dreamy and charming. And there’s a surprise around the two-minute mark, which we absolutely adored.
“Lyrically, the track celebrates ownership – of space, energy, and identity. The West Coast isn’t sold as a fantasy – it’s lived in. There’s luxury here, but it’s understated. Aspirational, but grounded.”
Despite still being only 22 years old, we see a tonne of potential from this singer, songwriter and producer. One to watch!
Vera Kay is an artist who has caught our attention lately with her distinctive take on electronic pop.
This rising starlet creates sounds that are unexpected and highly unique, without being too abstract or alienating. Kay’s new single, ‘Rude’, is a perfect introduction to anyone who’s yet to come across her work.
The track seamlessly blends dark pop with trap, resulting in an atmospheric sound that is seductive and intriguing.
“The track captures the rush of giving in to temptation and wanting someone who knows exactly the effect they have on you. ‘Rude’ explores the thrill of chasing chemistry with someone who’s a little trouble – and loving every second of it.”
Canadian outfit A Days Wait are an interesting musical project that release music for a good cause. All proceeds from the songs go to charity, which is quite a beautiful commitment to make.
‘First Time’ is a synth-pop song that feels nostalgic in tone but still has a sense of modernity to it. Produced by Mitch Bowden, the track offers listeners a glimpse of a new album, scheduled for a release later in the summer.
Be sure to check out A Day’s Wait’s back catalogue until then – stream previous songs over on their Spotify here.
Despite Tiger Bear Wolf only coming across our radars just this last week, we were surprised to learn that this American indie outfit has been going since 2002.
Hailing from Greensboro, NC, this four-piece (consisting of Jonathan Moore, Noah Howard, Matt Bostick, and Lawrence Holdsworth) crafts a refreshingly authentic style of garage rock that is full of sonic texture and character.
New single ‘Wolf’ is lifted from their forthcoming self-titled third LP, which is scheduled for release on 17 July. On the song’s lyrics, vocalist Howard explains:
“The bad news is that you got bit by a robot werewolf, imperiling everyone you love. The good news is that for one night each month, you experience the perfect unification of your appetites and your higher purpose. It’s compelling to see which of our parents’ musical influences stick with us, and even more so, which of those influences end up rubbing off on our friends. When Jonathan and I were rooming together in college, it was a Mose Allison record, Wild Man On The Loose if memory serves correctly, via Jonathan’s father that had a lasting impact. Allison opened a door to the world of Jazz that continues to expand my sphere of musical influence. A few years later, Jonathan and I shared a house together. This time, it was Captain Beyond that found its way into the house record rotation via Noah’s father. That first, self-titled Captain Beyond record proved to have a heavy influence on the increasingly progressive song structures of Tiger Bear Wolf. We learned so much about the ride a song can take a listener on with that record. ‘Wolf’ dutifully salutes Captain Beyond, and marches on.” – Noah Howard, Tiger Bear Wolf
The new LP will mark the last chapter of a three-part trilogy that originally started 17 years ago. This is a classic example of good things coming to those who wait, because we’re looking forward to hearing more!
Silje Strange is a promising newcomer emerging from Denmark who crafts a gorgeous alt-pop style of sound that is deeply emotional, haunting, and raw.
New single ‘How Lucky You Are’ touches on themes of emotional manipulation and the mental anguish that comes with being in toxic relationships. The lyrics are honest, brave, and really quite powerful.
“This song is about a relationship where the narrator describes how they control their partner through manipulating threats, lies guilt tripping. The lyrics move between reassurance and menace, exposing how psychological abuse often hides behind ‘care,’ jealousy, and the fear of abandonment. The song was inspired by curiosity about how a manipulative partner thinks, showing why someone might keep hurting the person they claim to love.”
While we still don’t know much about this artist, something tells us that she’ll grow to become one of Denmark’s most interesting musical exports.
“‘Mad House’ had to be the first release, because it’s my foundations, it’s where I come from. No matter how hard I try to write about other things, the majority of my life has been devoted to caring for and battling with someone who is unwell. ‘Mad House’ is representative of my resilience. I kept my mum’s cries in at the end of the song because although it might not be palatable, it’s been my theme tune for years, and I haven’t ever been able to turn it off, this time I can.”
UK artist Tiger Adopt has been releasing songs from as early as 2021, but we’ve only just come across his work this week.
This talent crafts immersive electronic productions that build soundscapes which tell stories. His new single ‘MORTLAKE’ is an emotionally driven blend of electronica, indie and synth that touches on the topic of grief in a very unique and moving way.
“I made this song to document delayed grief, to escape the claustrophobic anxiety of being trapped in one time and place but wanting to go back to another. It’s 120bmp which matches the racing speed of thoughts replaying in my mind. The track moves through three sections, panic, reflection and recovery.”
A very unique artist, creating very unique pieces of sonic art. Make sure you check out his discography here.
Vau is an artist and producer emerging from Malmö in Sweden who recently caught our attention with a gorgeous song called ‘Bird You Want To Save’.
The track’s production is a masterclass in lo-fi pop. Despite its dreamy and enchanting soft style of sound, the track speaks of unrequited love, which offers an interesting juxtaposition between the music and the lyrics.
“A song about wanting to be held but not being able to receive it. About looking put-together on the outside while feeling like a broken mess on the inside. The song almost didn’t make the album – until I found a tiny frozen wren outside my studio and nursed it back to health overnight in a pot. The next morning it flew away.”
An upcoming album is scheduled for release later in the summer. Vau’s music has amassed over two million streams to date, which is an impressive feat for a relatively new talent.
First-generation Canadian-American Kojo Kay first started his journey as a music artist back in 2021 – but stopped a year later to focus on perfecting his sound and style of artistry.
A few years later and he’s now readying the release of his self-produced debut mixtape, titled ‘TONEBOW’, and with it, a taster for the record called ‘THE HUMMINGBIRD TOLD ME IT’S ALL GONNA BE ALRIGHT SO I GUESS IT REALLY WILL BE SO…’.
The song is refreshingly experimental and delivers an approach to hip hop that is alternative and highly unique in character. On its creation, the artist explains:
“My goal on this single was to experiment with the sonic boundaries of melodic hip hop, but also my boundaries as an artist as well to create a piece of work that was truly an accurate reflection of my thoughts in a very dark moment. This moment is one unfamiliar to nearly none, the feeling of the worlds problems combined with your own individual ones weighing on you to the point of near collapse.
“I conveyed this universal emotion with a chaotic yet fully controlled production scene with drums that intentionally sound like they have fallen from a universe we haven’t visited yet (far beyond the reach of Artemis), synths and vocal effects (the main synth is actually my voice) to further amplify this emotion and then finally the introspective/reflective lyrics that ground you back on earth allowing the whole piece to somehow feel like a memory that never occurred, future-nostalgia.”
The track was made alongside frequent collaborator and Juno Award-winning engineer Jamie Kuse. ‘TONEBOW’ is out soon, but in the meantime you can listen to more teasers here.
Fans of Daniel Caesar will have a new name to add to their playlists, and that man is Daniel Barrett. This Wilmington NC talent caught our attention with his sublime style of R&B, so much so that we’ve had his new single, ‘COOL,’ on rotation all day.
“This song is the quintessential coming of age love story. Inspired by ambiguity in my relationships, I felt compelled to make an R&B song that highlights the ‘talking’ phase.”
Barrett is already an accomplished producer who has worked with the likes of Chase Shakur, Joony, and ASTN, and you can hear the attention to detail come through on this new single. The sound flows like a dream – airy, light, melodic, and really quite stunning.
It’s always wonderful to see producers step out from the mixing desks and in front of a mic… it’s a brave move and one that is always so welcome.
For lovers of Amy Winehouse and Adele, Australian singer and songwriter jael (Jael Wena) will be a welcome newcomer.
New single ‘DUI’ was made alongside the legendary Eg White, and that in itself speaks volumes as to how talented this artist is. A global name in the making, no doubt about that.
Elena June is a name that we think you’ll start to hear a lot more of in the coming months. London-based with Scottish roots, this independent starlet has just released her debut, and it’s stunning.
Created with Louis Mattrs, ‘Alone Again’ is an immersive pop song that is beautifully minimal. With hints of folk, the track slowly evolves with more sonic layers, drawing the listener into an atmospheric soundscape that is utterly mesmerising.
“‘Alone Again’ was written at time when I was noticing a pattern where it felt like I had no control over my thoughts – spiralling became second nature to me. The song is a time stamp as it encapsulates that feeling of ruminating and how lonely life can actually be when you push people away.”
“Im really inspired by artists like Maro and Bon Iver as well as timeless singers like Julie London. I knew I wanted my first song to feel both cinematic and tender so we kept the structure simple but added lots of texture. I’m so excited to finally share it.”
Despite being a relative newcomer, June has already shared stages with the likes of Paloma Faith and also performed at London’s Futuretense series with BBC Introducing and Notion.
Joe Bray is an independent artist emerging from the UK who is not only a singer but also a songwriter and producer that has already caught the attention of BBC Introducing.
Bray’s music looks at the ‘quiet tension of life’, which is something that we can all find some kind of connection with these days. ‘Eternal’ is the new single and presents listeners with a melancholic fusion of lo-fi pop, trip hop, and alternative R&B.
A new album is on the way soon, but in the meantime you can explore more of his work on Spotify.
Andrew Bunsell is an interesting newcomer who recently came across our radars with his original single, ‘Out of Place’.
Sonically, the track reminds us of classic Soft Cell from the 80s. Minimal, electronic-driven beats set the tone of the production, while Bunsell’s vocals add a layer of richness to the track, making it a highly unique piece of music.
Bunsell is also a composer, performer and cultural producer who has had his work showcased in cultural hubs as iconic as the Barbican and MALBA. We can already tell that this is an artist unafraid to experiment with his creativity, and it’s refreshingly welcome.
Hailing from the UK, Moon Machine first came across our radars earlier this week, and we’ve been quite in love ever since.
This somewhat mysterious outfit craft a style of indie pop that feels eccentric and original while still maintaining a sense of charm and relatability. Dreamy new single ‘Bon Voyage’ is taken from the band’s debut record, ‘Who Feels It Knows It’, which is also out now.
“The first song from our debut album. We recorded this entire album with analogue 70’s equipment.”
Moon Machine emphasise that they want listeners to make their own interpretations when listening to their songs, which is a refreshing take from a group. We’re keen to see what they deliver next!
Filius is the stage name of promising singer and producer Erik Chen, who currently splits his time working between Vienna and London. This talent stood out to us this week for his bold style of electronic pop.
‘THINKIN BOUT YOU’ was created with Alex Aldi (who has also worked with the likes of Troye Sivan and Gryffin) and blends digital sounds with human emotions. The production is industrial, raw, and at times chaotic, but somehow it all comes together cohesively in the end. Explaining the inspiration behind the song, Filius says:
“Rather than writing about a crush, the track behaves like one: repetitive, avoidant, slightly unstable. The production seeks to reflect the way technology is reshaping modern connections, blending synthetic textures, digital artefacts, interrupted phrases, and heavily processed vocal moments juxtaposed with raw, exposed passages.”
Alongside his work as a musician, Filius is also a sought-after DJ who has played open-format sets in some of Europe’s most iconic clubs, including the O der Klub in Vienna and Dalston Superstore in London.
