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Thomas Azier – Room Of Love

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Over the span of a decade, Thomas Azier has grown to become one of the most acclaimed composers, producers and singers to emerge from the Netherlands.

The artist returns with a timeless new release called ‘Room Of Love’. The production presents listeners with a heady blend of indie, trip hop, and dream pop.

The sound is cinematic in tone and sets the scene for lyrics that speak of the tensions between our fragile human emotions and the struggle of living in modern life.

“‘Room Of Love’ is an exploration of softness and sensuality inside of a harsh reality. I tried to render the tension between trauma and tenderness, the ambiguity and contrast that co-exist but are rarely voiced in the same breath. I write about moments when the daily routine of life bleeds into something magical, something of splendor or grandeur. Moments when dream logic applies and earthly laws don’t seem to matter. I am walking across volcanic rock, taking in the view of lava spewing from a crater.”

Aside from his own releases, Azier is also a sought-after writer and producer who has worked with artists like Stromae, Faber, and Anouk.

Thomas Azier | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: Taylor Bleu

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“‘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.”

Taylor Bleu | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: Daniel Barrett

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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.

Daniel Barrett | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: Elena June

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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.

Elena June | Ones To Watch Playlist

Tre. Charles – Stay in the Light.

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American artist Tre. Charles is back with a beautifully dreamy new single called ‘Stay in the Light’.

The track showcases a heady blend of soul, indie, and psychedelia. The song’s production feels subdued and understated, but totally captivating at the same time. And the longer you listen, the more drawn you are into it’s soundscape.

Lyrically, the song ‘lives in the space between fear and hope – where doubt lingers, but the drive to push forward never fades’. We’ve always been impressed by Tre.’s work, and with this new release, it’s clear that this is one of North Carolina’s biggest musical prospects.

Tre. Charles | Ones To Watch Playlist

Offica – Life I Chose

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Offica is undeniably one of Ireland’s most prominent and gifted musical artists to have emerged from the Emerald Isle, currently attracting more than 250k monthly listeners on Spotify alone.

He returns with our favourite single of the week, ‘Life I Chose’. This is a finessed and finely constructed track that weaves a tonne of emotion into an Afro-House style of production. The result is a song that delivers sincerity and soulfulness in a thoughtful and expressive way.

Production comes courtesy of acclaimed producer New Machine, who has also worked with the likes of Aitch, Jorja Smith, and Plan B.

Offica | Ones To Watch Playlist

shinyhunt – city of no one

Photo / Jonas Villadsen

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Why the rest of the world hasn’t yet woken up to Danish outfit shinyhunt is really beyond us. This emerging Copenhagen-based band has been building steady momentum in Scandinavia with their captivating blend of shoegaze and 80s/90s-inspired grunge rock.

Songs like ‘city of no one’ are sonically textured in so many interesting ways that every time we play it, we discover something new. Lifted from their acclaimed – and frankly brilliant – 2024 album ‘sea-salt ice cream’ (listen here), the track really stands out live, which is why we’ve chosen to show their performance from SPOT Festival on this feature.

If you’re lucky enough to be in Copenhagen on the 2nd of October, then you can catch the band performing at VEGA’s Ideal Bar – grab a ticket here.

shinyhunt | Ones To Watch Playlist | Nordic Sound Playlist

New Music: dramaclub

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dramaclub is the most exciting discovery of the week, and once you press play on their new single ‘love in the darkness’, you’ll see why.

This Floridian quartet craft a style of indie pop that is refreshingly original. Their productions balance experimentation with playfulness and nostalgia, resulting in sounds that are unexpected and intriguing.

‘love in the darkness’ sonically carries hints of M83 and Capital Cities, while the lyrics speak of the metaphoric ‘tug of war’ that comes with caring for someone.

The track is lifted from the group’s forthcoming ‘for every room’ LP, which is out soon. In the meantime, you can explore more of their music right here.

dramaclub | Ones To Watch Playlist

Joe Jenneman – Throw Your Stones

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West Michigan’s Joe Jenneman only came across our radars earlier this week, but we’re already in love with his powerful style of sound. Now based in Nashville, this singer, songwriter and producer crafts songs that are not only sonically interesting but also lyrically captivating.

‘Throw Your Stones’ is a song that packs a punch. It has elements of ’90s Britpop blended with indie and alternative rock, resulting in a production that is immediately arresting. The lyrics use the story of a toxic relationship to serve as a metaphor for vices that do us more harm than good. Jenneman elaborates:

“On the surface ‘Throw Your Stones’ is about being in a toxic, possibly even abusive relationship. While that’s definitely one accurate interpretation, I believe the concept also applies to any sort of vice. What I’m personally singing about varies from a partner, a substance, or any other range of addictions which could be haunting me at that moment. I hope whatever the cloud a listener may have over them, that they’ll find comfort in knowing they aren’t alone in their struggles to overcome dependency.”

Jenneman is already an accomplished musician who was a finalist in the American Songwriter’s Road Ready Contest and was also hailed as one of 2025’s ‘Artists to Watch’ by iconic tastemaker EARMILK.

Joe Jenneman | Ones To Watch Playlist

Ella More – Sweet Rose

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“My parents showed me that love is something you work at and grow within. It is steady. It is chosen. ‘Sweet Rose’ came from realising I was in something that did not feel like that. There is a moment when you look at your life from the outside,” You see the person you love, you see yourself, and something shifts. ‘Sweet Rose’ is that mirror moment. It is uncomfortable, but it is also freeing.”

Ella More | Ones To Watch Playlist

Isak Danielson – Always You

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We’ve long believed that Isak Danielson is one of Sweden’s best songwriting talents, and his new single, ‘Always You’, only makes us affirm this even more.

This is a classic heartbreak song that reminisces on the ‘what ifs’ of a failed relationship. It’s a deeply moving track that could relate to anyone healing from a wounded heart.

“The guy I wrote this song about was not the one I was supposed to end up with, and I’m so glad I didn’t, but it’s interesting to look back and reminisce on the what ifs. What if I had stayed with this person? Could it have turned into something amazing? Has the love of my life passed me by? And of course, I don’t feel that all, but thinking about that sort of Sliding Doors scenario got my imagination going. I remember I had taken this video of the guy dancing to ‘Bette Davis Eyes’. The sun was coming into the room and he looked so happy. It was good times. ‘Always You” reminds me of one of those romantic movies where two people who’ve broken up do come back around to find each other in the end, like The Notebook or One Day… only nobody dies.”

The song features acclaimed pianist Litens Anton Nilsson, as well as the Stockholm Studio Orchestra.

Isak Danielson | Ones To Watch Playlist | Nordic Sound Playlist

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  • 10th May – Amsterdam – Bonneehuis
  • 12th May – London – The Tabernacle

New Music: OXFLOYD

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Born in Greece and based in Brooklyn, OXFLOYD is an artist who is gaining momentum with his emotionally charged style of alternative pop.

‘oxygen’ is a haunting, raw, and powerful statement that details the devastation of suffering from heartbreak. A sharp kind of pain that is so intense that simply surviving feels heavy.

The song was created alongside acclaimed executive producer Brent Kolatalo, who has also worked with the likes of Lana Del Rey and Bruno Mars. It’s rare to come across an artist so comfortable with exposing their true emotions, and we’re excited to see what comes next for OXFLOYD.

OXFLOYD | Ones To Watch Playlist

FLOSS – Wasteland

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With her unique and unashamedly bold approach to electronic pop, Berlin’s FLOSS has become a name to watch. This rising talent recently gained a tonne of traction after releasing an EP called ‘ANGRY B!TCH RAVE’ and continues to build momentum with her new single, ‘Wasteland’.

The song treats us to an energising and hypnotic mix of hyperpop and techno-pop. It’s a fearless and experimental production that commands you to listen, and frankly, we’re obsessed.

FLOSS’s music has gained support from outlets as respected as Vogue and Berliner Zeitung. She’s also played the iconic stages of the Reeperbahn and Lollapalooza festivals and supported Sophie Ellis-Bextor on tour.

FLOSS | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: MEEK

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It’s been a while since we’ve seen a track go viral as quickly as ‘Fabulous’ by MEEK. The song is winning a huge legion of listeners, and we’re not surprised; it’s bold, brash, arresting, a little bit bonkers, a little bit naughty… and absolutely infectious.

A three-track EP is already out, which you can listen to right here.

MEEK | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: Florentenes

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Hailing from Bolton in northern England are Florentenes – a hugely exciting teenage rock outfit who are already well on their way to hitting the mainstream.

‘Madeline’ is a bold, confident, and anthemic indie bop that showcases this band’s full potential. It’s a classic British rock sound with a rebellious and playful edge, and is almost impossible not to be charmed by.

“‘Madeline’ is about those moments of chance, connection and letting yourself be swept up in life, the highs, the heartbreaks, and the energy that comes from just living in the moment.” – William Train Smith, Florentenes

Florentenes have gained support from the likes of BBC Radio 6 Music’s Chris Hawkins and amassed more than 500k career streams to date on Spotify. It feels like these kids are an unstoppable force, so be sure to keep them on your radars.

Florentenes | Ones To Watch Playlist

Kamal. – how the f*** does everybody else manage?

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“This song is a desperate plea for answers in a world that presents itself so enigmatically. It speaks about the daily struggle to exist under capitalism, about how easy it is to look at one’s peers in disbelief that they can navigate such terrain successfully. It touches on grief, ambition, heartbreak, anxiety and depression. It is essentially a synopsis of all of the themes in the music to come this year and is for everyone asking the same question – how the f*** does everybody else manage.”

Kamal. | Ones To Watch Playlist

Arlo Parks – 2SIDED

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“At its core ‘2SIDED’ is about yearning and tension. It’s about being struck by a bolt of desire and building up the courage to put language to that feeling, to make it real.”

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  • 6th April – Rough Trade Nottingham x Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
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brooke – LOVE AGAIN

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American starlet brooke continues to impress with the release of her latest masterpiece, ‘LOVE AGAIN’.

This is as ambitious as it gets for alternative pop. The track features three beat switches and three key changes, building a soundscape that is like none other. It’s cinematic and makes an instant impact and, impressively, was created by brooke entirely by herself.

“‘LOVE AGAIN’ is the centerpiece to my new project ‘CARDINAL’ [listen here]. Built around three beat switches that grow from dark harmonies with 070 Shake/Billie tension, to an exploding Igor and Brockhampton level finale. I built it alone at 2AM in my Brooklyn bedroom, stacking vocals and designing every synth.”

brooke has garnered more than 350k streams since 2024 and picked up attention from tastemakers like DMY, Fashionably Early, and Kings of A&R.

brooke | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: Dolder

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Dolder are a rising UK-based outfit consisting of identical twins Dani and Zara. We’re absolutely mesmerised with their new single, ‘The Motive’, which has just been released alongside their debut EP of the same name (listen here).

This Newcastle duo’s style of sound fuses indie and alternative pop and treats listeners to melodic songs that are easy to listen to while also being loaded with thoughtful lyrics.

Dolder have so far garnered praise from outlets as prominent as Rolling Stone, Wonderland, NME and Dork magazines. Not bad going for these two very gifted siblings!

Dolder | Ones To Watch Playlist

New Music: ALBA

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ALBA is the new musical project from Stockholm-based singer and songwriter Amanda Kongshaug.

Inspired by genres as diverse as electronica, alternative pop and indie, this musician crafts productions that feel unique in character while still maintaining a sense of sonic familiarity.

‘Runrunrunrun’ is a taster to the artist’s upcoming debut album and presents listeners with a melodic fusion of downtempo and dreamy pop. Speaking on the song’s lyrics, ALBA explains:

“The song is reflecting on commitment in relationships and the desire to feel free yet struggling with the guilt to not live up to expectations. It’s reflecting on the often times hard part of dating where people want to make sense out of things that are still very new and long before it’s yet ready to be put into a box. It’s written as a self reflective conversation to the other person admitting one’s own flaws while also asking for understanding that this might just be for the better.”

Aside from her solo work, Kongshaug has also written songs for the likes of Zara Larsson, Afrojack, Icona Pop andRudimental, so we’re very excited to see how 2026 shapes up for her ALBA project!

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