I have been listening to music since I can remember: every genre, every artist, every edgy and niche subculture.
I am a great listener: I take pride in discovering unheard gems, trying to connect with their authors.
It never gets old, really… somehow, music keeps hypnotising us, surprising us, always, always offering something new. Must be some sort of magic.
For the uninitiated, Annika Bellamy might not be a familiar name, yet chances are you have come across a very famous record also performed by his uncle, Tony Bellamy, from the notable American rock group Redbone. Dominating charts in the 70s with their hit ‘Come and Get Your Love’, the group has been a fixture […]
There’s a great deal of vulnerability and resilience in Jenna Kearns’ music. Hailing from Wales, the talented songstress provides striking evidence that a disability doesn’t mean one should suppress their creative spirit. In fact, Kearns seems to be greatly inspired by her songwriting allure, helping her express painful memories and relevant experiences with anyone willing […]
Incredibly elegant and luscious, ‘Spell On You’ wraps the listeners in a wealth of cinematic textures and Yeija’s evocative, epic vocals, sparking a listening experience that’s emotional and eye-opening. Partly inspired by what the German songstress describes as the ‘Disney’ sound, ‘Spell On You’ drives quite a personal storytelling, reflecting on a past relationship and […]
Following up on his debut release ‘RKR’, released back in June, Berlin-based Pakistani producer and creative Double Major seems to have struck gold once again, returning with a catchy and uplifting slice of electro-pop and nu-disco extravaganza. ‘KBN’ is exactly that. Perhaps less dancefloor-oriented than its predecessor, the track still finds luscious synths and hypnotic […]
Marking RAPHAEL’s return to the global music landscape after last year’s album ‘7 AM’, ‘CHAMPAGNE’ showcases the relentless artistic flair enjoyed by the London-based creative. Steeped in cinematic lusciousness and evocative elegance, the record is both melancholic and heartwarming, with RAPHAEL’s malleable vocals aiding a highly alluring listening experience. That’s part of his strengths; boasting […]
Hard-hitting and high-octane, ‘The Drop’ is a wonderful slice of tech house euphoria, delivered by a talented pair of DJs and producers, Birmingham’s own Tuff Rhythm and rising industry star dharkfunkh. Teaming up with Tuff’s newly launched record label, Tuff Grooves, the creative pair crafts an absolute belter, a dancefloor-driven cut that we are pretty […]
Jake Vera’s ‘Time’ is a particularly relevant and contemporary record, both from a sonic and lyrical standpoint. You see, being steeped in evocative alt-rock, the record fits the nostalgic resurgence of early ‘2000 alt influences perfectly, revealing an aural character that’s immensely emotional and expressive, while retaining its hard-hitting livery and fierce guitar tones. It […]
‘In The Valley Of The Cherry Trees’ marks our point of entry into Glass Rumours’ hypnotic, fierce sonic universe. The project has really bloomed this year; on their way to release a five-track EP, ‘waterfall’, the talented British duo has so far unveiled four singles showcasing the hard-hitting and nostalgic rock character they champion so […]
I return to writing after some tough days. Nothing mysterious, just life getting complicated. LunaRover are the ones welcoming me back in my music discovery mode. Hailing from Silver Spring, US, the group has delivered a single that’s partly bright, partly melancholic. ‘Fountains’. It’s quite bittersweet; at times it comes across as a neutral record; […]
Leicester-based creative outfit 9’ o’clock Nasty has been rather productive lately. Championing an artistic ethos that’s unapologetic, rupturous and bold, the British group navigates punk-rock territories with heightened eclecticism, ranging from all-out, anthemic cuts to more reflective, haunting tunes. The project’s latest effort, ‘Love In The Circle’, firmly commits to the latter category, engaging on […]
‘kiss’ marks our entry point into zekiizo’s boundary-pushing, leftfield artistic universe. Hailing from Boston, US, the talented creative has made a name for herself thanks to a hypnotic, inebriating blend of hyperpop euphoria, trio-hop elegance, and high-octane electronica, yet never understating the importance of relatable, pop-oriented melodies. That’s where zekiizo really shines: delivering records that […]
Returning after a four-year hiatus, thinking silly appears not to have lost his relatable lyrical flair and his creative charge. Yet, something has changed; moving on from the clean hip-hop character of previous releases, the British artist now delves into poppier territories, crafting a single that’s ever so meaningful and hard-hitting. ‘small town syndrome’ is […]