Tag: New Music

New Music: brooke

NY-based Bostonian artist brooke might just be one of our favourite newcomers. At only 20-years of age, this promising musician is already impressing us with her bold and punchy style of alt-pop.

Energising new single ‘All I Ever Wanted’ serves as a taster to the singer’s upcoming debut ‘Away Today’ EP, which is out later in the summer. Elaborating on the song’s message, brooke says:

“This single is for artists that don’t fit the mold of industry expectations, but knowing that we never wanted what they did in the first place. We were never them. That’s a scary realization at first, going against the grain and charting your own path, but this single tackles that in a really playful way. It makes me realize a lot of the ‘career advice’ I’ve been given isn’t relevant to my goals as an artist at all. So I’m like, why tf am I even listening to you right now? And so making this single was about toying with that. Knowing that you have something really valuable, acknowledging that other people don’t see it yet, but not waiting for them to catch up. And that’s something I think a lot of Gen-Z artists can relate to.”

In a testament to her talents, the song was written, arranged and produced entirely by brook herself. Listeners can enjoy more releases from the artist on Spotify here.

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New Music: BOKO

BOKO might be a new name for most, but this artist is already a seasoned musician who has been practicing the drums from the age of 9.

Inspired by the likes of Bob Dylan, Jack Johnson and Ed Sheeran, the singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has an ability to create songs that have mainstream appeal while also maintaining a sincere and soulful essence.

Inspiring new single ‘HUH?’ centres around BOKO’s views on his artistry, and encourages fellow musicians to follow their true creative visions.

“This new single not only symbolizes the necessity of staying true to your art but also the importance of allowing it to lead the way and not the other way around.”

To date, BOKO’s music has garnered more than 500k cumulative streams, while also landing features on prominent platforms like Cloudkid’s YouTube channel.

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New Music: June

The first thing that caught our attention when we played June’s ‘Not The Guy Of My Dreams’ was the sheer elegance of the artist’s vocal.

Hailing from Houston in Texas, this rising starlet’s distinctive style sound has already seen her amass a committed and ever-growing fanbase across Spotify and social media.

The music is heartfelt, pure and sincere in tone, allowing for the artist’s beautiful vocals and lyrics to shine through. On her new single, June says:

“‘Not The Guy Of My Dreams’ crafts a hazy, dreamy atmosphere that can really transport listeners on a journey. That was my goal creating this record, to showcase my vulnerability through my lyrics/ vocals.”

June

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New Music: john hugo

We’re very excited to be sharing with you a bright new indie talent from Sweden called john hugo.

This promising singer and songwriter creates an impressive pop-rock sound that feels classic yet fresh in style – which makes sense when we learn that his work is influenced by the likes of The 1975 and Alexander 23, as well as Fleetwood Mac and even Prince.

Anthemic new single ‘Friends’ has just been released, and showcases the artist’s brilliant potential. Speaking on the track, hugo explains:

‘Friends’ is a deeply personal song about the uncertainty and confusion that develops when a relationship ends and you lie to yourself and to the other person that ‘we can still be friends’.

While still early in his career (hugo has only released two other singles on Spotify), we think this is a talent to watch for. More music can be found here.

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New Music: Jessiqa Jones

With praise from the likes of Conan Gray already under her belt, it’s safe to assume that American singer-songwriter Jessiqa Jones will become a household name in the near future.

Haunting new single ‘it’s milk, DON’T CRY!’ showcases a style of alternative pop that is bold and confident in tone, while still maintaining an essence of vulnerability. Explaining the song’s meaning, Jones says:

“The track ‘it’s milk, DON’T CRY!’ emphasizes on the feeling of adolescence and consoling oneself by minimizing and downplaying the conflicts one faces in life. This song was one of the most meaningful songs I’ve ever written and most seemingly effortless to write. Going through so many changes in the time I wrote this, switching jobs, moving, and leaving everything that felt comfortable to me, I ended up writing a song in a genre I had grown up loving, but always felt dismissive of creating in. It wasn’t ‘comfortable’ for me. Always hearing the phrase ‘Don’t cry over spilt milk.’ has made it a super interesting quote to me just because I cry over everything, but also the Importance of turning your cheek to things that aren’t worth your time. But on the other side of things, it’s incredibly easy to do the same and substitute or push past roadblocks in life to keep moving forward. This song helped me learn a lot about myself and deal with things of the past, head on. To also make a song that I feel represents so much insecurity, it’s just brought a lot of sense of self.”

To date, this rising starlet has amassed more than 8 million TikTok views, and also landed placements on prestigious playlists as noted as Spotify’s ‘Young and Free’ and Apple Music’s ‘New In Pop’.

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New Music: Holly Wild

Australian newcomer Holly Wild is a name to watch for in 2024. With a natural flair for crafting supreme alt-pop songs, this artist has already proven herself as one of the nation’s most promising starlets.

New single ‘Cuts Me Up’ is taken from the musician’s debut ‘Fire’ album (listen here). The song seamlessly fuses pop and rock with electronica, and tells of the inner conflicts we experience when we are ‘cut up’ over a situation, even when it’s the result of our own actions.

The track showcases Wild’s ability to craft sounds that are not only melodically memorable, but also lyrically intelligent. On her songwriting process, she explains:

“I’ve been into personal growth for as long as I can remember. I want to be the best version of myself, and I want to inspire people around me to be the best versions of themselves, too.” 

Holly Wild

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New Music: Kristo

Kristo (aka Kristiaan Deruytter) is an up and coming singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist emerging from Belgium.

Born into a musical family (he is the son of famed saxophonist Frank Deruytter, while his mother is a musical teacher), this talent has a gift for songwriting which shines through on songs like ‘Morning Blues’.

The track is lifted from the artist’s freshly-released ‘Childhood’ EP, and delivers an emotive piece of music that is beautifully stripped-back and melodic in character.

Other songs on the EP include ‘Do I Miss You More’, which explores his vulnerabilities in having a long-distance relationship, and ‘I Am Not Enough’, which centres around his father.

“Although my father wishes for my freedom above all else, my deep admiration for him unintentionally adds to the sense of expectation.”

Kristo

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New Music: Cmplxtra

Melbourne’s Cmplxtra (pronounced complextra) is one of the most interesting artists to come across our radars this week.

At only 21-years of age, this musician creates a distinctive style of alt-pop that somehow feels cutting edge yet also timeless in style.

The music is refreshingly raw and heartfelt, which comes down to the fact that this talent writes, records and produces all of their work.

Cmplxtra succinctly describes their new single ‘inertia’ as a ‘melancholy ballad that builds to an explosive break’. The song is bold, intense, and utterly gripping. You can follow the artist on Spotify here.

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New Music: club hearts

If you’re in the mood for some fresh indie-pop then we’ve got a fantastic talent to introduce you to.

Created during quarantine and debuting in 2021, club hearts (aka Barrett Bleeden) has been steadily gaining momentum in recent times.

In fact, the artist sold out iconic American venue El Cid after releasing just one single – a feat never accomplished by anyone before.

As a musician who writes, records and produces all of his songs, it’s no surprise that his new single ‘sweet things’ carries with it a special meaning:

“This song is for your drive home at the end of the night, where the whispers of what could have been are the only thing on your mind. Imagine that first look at your significant other: the warmth, the butterflies, the hope. You envision countless futures in your mind. Years after splitting up, you cross paths again and familiar feelings return.”

If you enjoy clubs hearts as much as we do then you’ll be pleased to learn that the artist has eight songs scheduled for release this year.

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New Music: Nellie Charles

Manchester has a new R&B starlet and her name is Nellie Charles. If ‘Boss’ is anything to go by, then we anticipate that this artist will hit the mainstream before the end of the year.

With it’s finessed production, smooth vocals and empowering lyricism, the song showcases the very best in emerging British R&B. Speaking on the track, Nellie says:

“As an artist, ‘Boss’ is more than just a song to me – it’s a statement. It embodies my journey of self-discovery and self-respect. This song came from a place of realizing that in any relationship, my voice matters. It’s a celebration of knowing your value and not being afraid to demand the respect you deserve. ‘Boss’ was born out of a moment where I felt the need to express my strength, not just as a woman, but as a person who understands her worth. It’s a reminder to myself and to others that in love and life, we are our own bosses. The process of creating ‘Boss’ was deeply personal and liberating. It’s a blend of my experiences, dreams, and the musical influences that have shaped me as an artist.”

The track sets the tone for Nellie’s upcoming debut EP, which is scheduled for release in the summer. With support from the likes of Notion and WORDPLAY, we think this is one of the UK’s biggest music prospects for 2024.

Nellie Charles

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New Music: Jake Timeline

One of the most eccentric pop singles released this week comes courtesy of California-based artist Jake Timeline.

‘miss connection’ is a refreshingly unique song that is as intriguing as it is charming. Inspired by romantic mishaps, the track’s playful lyrics are not only relatable, but also entertaining.

“i struggled with only pursuing unavailable people when i first got single as an adult. awkward one night stands, brief intense flings, long-distance flameouts, jilting and getting jilted. on a memorable one my date learned she wasn’t straight mid-hookup 

self-destructive as those relationships may have been, i never found scolding myself to help as much as finding some humor and grace about it all. sure sometimes people find mr./mrs./mx. right, but a lot of life is getting comfortable with ‘miss connection’ 

let my new song ‘miss connection’ be the light and loving soundtrack to your next failed rendezvous”

Alongside his work as a musician, Jake Timeline is also a filmmaker, comedian, and adman. Despite only having four songs under his belt, we think this talent is likely to build up a lot of traction in the future.

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New Music: KITES

British newcomers KITES prove that Northern England is still one of the world’s most prominent pop-rock powerhouse regions.

Anthemic new single ‘Innocence & Gold’ showcases a style of sound that is bold, emotive and confident in tone. The song’s lyrics are inspired by themes of regret, as lead singer Kane Teal explains:

“‘Innocence & Gold’ is a song about longing – about wishing you had spoken to someone, but perhaps you missed the timing, or felt that the right moment never came. It is these fleeting moments of missed opportunity that we tend to regret the most, and can find ourselves haunted by them long after they have passed.”

Despite their relative newness, KITES have already picked up praise from the likes of BBC Introducing and Amazing Radio. Keep an eye out for these lads – they could quite possibly hit the mainstream soon!

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New Music: Stinkus

We don’t often get a chance to share slacker rock on Alfitude, so we’re very excited to introduce you to American outfit Stinkus.

Impressively, this talent manages to create a style of music that feels both nostalgic and current at the same time.

New single ‘Rodeo Mary’ is lifted from his upcoming debut album, which is scheduled for release this April. On the lyrics, he says:

“It’s about someone with undiagnosed BPD.”

While we still don’t know much about Stinkus, we can confirm that we’re already big fans. You can explore more of the artist’s music on his Spotify here.

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Sophie Sutton – Nurse

If you’re in the mood for some 90’s inspired alt-rock then we’ve got a fabulous new song to share with you, courtesy of acclaimed singer and songwriter Sophie Sutton.

‘Nurse’ is one of our favourite tracks of the week. With its catchy melody, heartbreaking lyrics, and beautifully textured production (by Brian Trahan), we’re quite certain you’ll fall in love with this song as much as we have.

Despite only releasing a handful of singles so far, Sutton has already amassed more than 350k streams on Spotify. The artist will release a new EP soon, called ‘My Worst & Best’. In the meantime, be sure to check out her other songs here.

Sophie Sutton

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New Music: LONA

Fans of UPSAHL and PVRIS will most likely enjoy German newcomer LONA. This promising artist has just unveiled her debut – and it’s a banger!

‘Crash’ is self-described by LONA as her ‘taking someone for granted anthem’. In terms of the sound, the track showcases an impressive production that treats us to a bold and energising fusion of pop and indie-rock.

“As a hypersensitive person, I demand a lot from my partner and regularly rely on their support. Fully aware that our protective shield thins with each instance, I seek stability while inadvertently sabotaging myself.”

While this is the first time we feature LONA, we suspect it won’t be the last – she might just be one of Germany’s newest rock prospects!

LONA

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New Music: LXSTBØY

LXSTBØY has to be one of the UK’s most exciting music prospects right now. With support from heavyweight tastemakers like BBC Radio 1 already under his belt, it’s clear that this talent will hit the mainstream at some point in the near future.

Fusing alternative rock with punk, grime and hip hop, LXSTBØY’s sound certainly makes an impact from the moment you press play.

New single ‘JACKAL’ is refreshingly raw and unashamedly bold in tone. The track’s lyrics touch on themes of anxiety and mental health, as the artist explains:

“‘JACKAL’ explores the feeling of fear felt when being pursued by dark thoughts and anxiety.”

You can catch LXSTBØY performing live at London’s iconic Old Blue Last later this year – tickets can be found here.

LXSTBØY

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New Music: OWZA

We’re really excited to be sharing with you an emerging talent from Scandinavia called OWZA.

Born in Iceland and now based in Sweden, this gifted singer, songwriter and producer creates beautifully melodic pieces of alt-pop music that feel almost ethereal in tone.

Hypnotic new single single ‘hush hush’ thoughtfully presents listeners with melancholic sounds and vulnerable lyricism. Elaborating further, the artist explains:

“I wrote ‘hush hush’ alone in bed, and later co-produced it with a friend. It’s a sonic embrace with a melancholic blend of synths and drums, perfect for road trips or moments on a bus/ train. ‘hush hush’ is more than a melody; it’s my personal reassurance. The lyrics echo a conversation with myself during tough times, urging the strength to persevere.”

You can experience more of OWZA’s music on her Spotify here.

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New Music: GIRLBAND!

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Track of the week. We’ve got a very exciting group emerging from the UK to share with you today called GIRLBAND!

Hailing from the English city of Nottingham, this promising trio craft an energising style of music which seamlessly fuses punk-rock with alternative pop.

Anthemic new single ‘Not Like The Rest’ encapsulates the essence of youth through its lyricism and playful production. For anyone who feels like they’re growing up in a community that is too small for their dreams – this is the song for you.

The band will go on tour across the UK soon – dates and tickets can be found here.

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New Music: Cara Hart

You’ll realise something very special about LA-based newcomer Cara Hart from the moment you start to play ‘Hypelist’.

This is a loud, confident and utterly captivating piece of alt-pop that is lyrically inspired by our tendencies to obsess over the things we like.

The track was written and produced by the artist herself, and created in collaboration with a new app that shares the song’s name. Hart explains:

“In its essence, ‘Hypelist’ is a song about your obsessions, but not in a negative way. We all have obsessions, it’s a natural thing. We just treat it like something we are sometimes ashamed of. And I say ‘no’ to that. You should never be embarrassed of the things that make you quirky in your own unique way. That’s why when Alfonso (Cobo, the Creator of the Hypelist app and platform) told me about this idea and asked me to take part in it, I didn’t hesitate for a second.”

Having already garnered support from heavyweight tastemakers like Notion and Wonderland, it seems inevitable that Hart’s name will be propelled into the mainstream over the next year. And we’re here for it!

Cara Hart

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New Music: bikethrasher

For when life feels like it’s getting a bit too much, you can thank bands like Boston’s bikethrasher for their music.

On their energising alt-rock anthem ‘Hillside’, the group explain that it was written to ‘make you feel the joy of starting a new chapter, and the pain of closing a good one.’ Alongside its sincere vocal delivery, the track treats listeners to a style of sound that is bold, powerful and sonically daring.

There’s no doubt in our minds that this outfit are crafting some of the most genuine new rock music to come out of the US, and they are most certainly ones to watch in 2024. You can explore more of bikethrasher’s work on Spotify here.

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