‘X’ marks our point of entry into South Korean outfit SYOT’s peculiar artistic universe. It’s a deeply eclectic musical space, a timeless blend of traditional Korean allure and Western influences. Marking the Seoul-based trio’s latest double single, ‘X’ features ‘Hassla’ and ‘Velvet’, two diverse and vibrant pieces that operate at opposite ends, yet both serve […]

Steeped in retro-indie goodness, ‘Real Magic’ emerges from the heightened artistry and musical genius of Canadian troubadour Johnny Payne. Formerly known as a member of the esteemed indie ensemble The Shilohs, the B.C.-based producer and songwriter has long committed to a wonderful solo project, an endeavour that took him on a nostalgic journey through rock, […]

If the expression ‘Indie Belter’ were ever to be trademarked, Breeze’s latest single ‘Superheroes’ would probably be used as a fitting example. The British group has landed on a euphoric, fuzzy formula that completely takes them away from any alt-rock influences, instead embracing a nostalgic indie flair that’s anthemic and relatable. It’s also steeped in […]

Reiterating her energetic and introspective brand of eclectic pop, Australian songstress Mareya has recently unveiled a cathartic, vibrant EP, ‘Glitter Tears’, a record that takes a productive year to a close in grandiose fashion. You see, the project likes to oscillate between a variety of influences and genres, from the pop-rock of ‘I’m So Sorry’, […]

The keen reader will be plenty familiar with Brighton-based creative Luan Luan. Featuring ‘Would Be Better’ earlier this year, we celebrated the project as “approaching music and art-making with a highly meaningful allure, often channelling personal experience into material that’s vibrant and relatable”. Luan Luan’s latest effort, ‘Northern Lights’, follows the same script, perhaps with […]

On the search for elegant, meaningful and introspective pop music? You just found it. ‘Good Boy’ feels personal and intimate, a confessional piece that sees Australian troubadour Kaiwyn opening up about his own struggles with people-pleasing and the weight of expectations. Steeped in bright and uplifting mainstream pop goodness, ‘Good Boy’ chronicles the Aussie creative’s […]

A playful and nostalgic blend between indie influences and retro power-pop prowess, ‘Heartbreak (The One That You Need)’ sees talented American troubadour Clay Goodman indulging in catchy melodies and fuzzy guitars, all treated in a quirky and cool lo-fi goo that feels vibrant and timeless. Hailing from Virginia, Goodman could perhaps be described as an […]

The keen reader might remember The Zaramutas from a feature we published last year, praising ‘Censored’ as “high energy, passionate, and dare I say even a little angry, it’s a fuzzy and intense record that will have you mesmerised for a good half an hour”. Since then, the London-based eclectic alt-rock outfit has followed up […]

It’s been a quiet year for Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends. Hailing from Stockholm, the eclectic and partly mysterious project crowns 2025 with a last-minute release, ‘The Crow’, an elegant, nostalgic Americana and vintage pop piece steeped in lyrical tenderness and orchestral allure. It’s one of the most retro-flavoured offerings from the Swedish outfit […]

‘yours’ sounds like a faraway mirage, a slice of heaven fallen on earth by chance. Guided by the hypnotic and spacious vocals of New York-based creative Derin, the record unfolds a listening experience that’s dreamy and hazy, an aural carpet packed with ethereal textures and malleable electronica. Derin’s melodies are rather relatable and approachable, always […]

Embracing a slick new wave and darkwave ethos, ‘Everything Looks Strange On TV’ marks the second single by London-based creative ben clemo. On this occasion, he teams up with fellow talents Spiritparty and Blakey, here taking care of production duties. Before we dive into the lyrical content behind the song, we’d love to highlight the […]

There’s a great deal of grit and energy in ‘Animal’. Drenched in timeless allure and old-school charisma, the piece takes us back to the heyday of grunge, with lamentuous, bold vocals that remind us of a young Eddie Vedder, among others. Of course, there’s also a veil of stoner rock in the record, but still […]