A tender, evocative album, ‘Hawk in the Nest’ is a treasure-trove of soul and R&B-leaning material, a gentle slice of retro and organic goodness delivered by the luscious, hypnotic vocals of American troubadour Avi Jacob. Now operating under the guise of Hawk in the Nest – sharing its name with the album – Jacob has […]

‘Lantern’ marks our point of entry into Tomonori’s artistic universe. Based in Dublin and of Japanese descent, the talented artist has gradually developed a musical identity that’s incredibly eclectic and wondrous, a blend of pop, indie and electronica with a strong leftfield allure. Whichever way you look at it, it’s hard not to admire Tomonori […]

There’s a great deal of fierceness and charisma in Trashy Annie’s latest album, ‘Let it Kill You’. Embracing a wholesome and fuzzy traditional rock’n’roll ethos, the Austin-based outfit also enjoys a wide range of influences, with occasional hints of 80s-leaning glam-rock and old-school punk allure interlaced by playful folk fiddles. Whichever way you look at […]

A bold, gritty pop-punk anthem, ‘Dangerous Love’ marks our point of entry into James Laurent’s artistic universe. Now based in California, the American creative champions an energetic, explosive flair, crafting saturated, energetic pieces steeped in melancholic melodies and fearless lyricism. The project’s latest single is the perfect evidence of that, with ‘Dangerous Love’ finding fertile […]

We are excited to publish an extensive interview with London-based metalgaze outfit World Coda. A project born from the artistic ties between musician and psychoanalytic scholar Yao and musical and visual artist Jin, the group is one of the most interesting and unique bands we have discovered recently. Their sound could be described as expansive, […]

Entering Kim Vestin’s aural universe is akin to entering a blissful, transformative space, an angelic and cinematic dimension steeped in meaningful lyrical allure and bucolic production. Now based in Stockholm, the talented songstress draws from her Northern Sweden roots to deliver a rather expansive and elegant sonic palette, one that’s supercharged by Kim’s nuanced, luscious […]

Roxy Rawson’s story is rather unique and complex, and it certainly deserves your attention. Committed to honest, authentic expression and true introspection, the England-born, Berlin-based songstress has recently returned with a slice of soothing and meaningful folk goodness. Drawing from the anti-folk ethos of her youth, Rawson now moves towards more conventional folk material, yet […]

‘Moon’ is NOT Gabrielle Swanks’ debut single. Yet, it feels like one. Or better, it feels like the start of a new bold era for the Nigerian-American creative. A keen producer and songwriter, Swanks is seen embracing a sultry, evocative R&B flair, leaving behind – at least partially – the brighter and groovier cinematic pop […]