Some bands begin with grand declarations. The Ingrid began with a feeling - the kind you can’t quite name, but can’t ignore either. In a modest Chichester rehearsal room, three musicians found themselves orbiting the same intangible spark. There was no blueprint, no fixed sound in mind. Just Jess Charleslyn turning over a small, persistent idea, trying to work out why it wouldn’t leave her alone. That idea became “Limerence,” the band’s debut single, a track that seems to g

Photo credit: Lulu Shing With his rework of Phil Collins’ “Another Day in Paradise,” Ben Hazlewood dissolves nostalgia into a raw and cinematic dream tableau. The New Zealand-born, New York based artist approaches the 1989 classic as a quiet confrontation: bridging empathy and nostalgia into a timeless modern twist. Recorded in his apartment with a longtime collaborator, Hazlewood’s version feels both intimate and expansive, a world where tenderness hums beneath the noise.

Following the release of his latest album three stone fireside, vol. 1 , Flex caught up with Der Oscar Effekt to discover what influences his unique sound, blending Afrofusion, Makossa, Bikutsi, African folk, and hip-hop . If you enjoy Der Oscar Effekt's picks, be sure to check out three stone fireside, vol. 1 at the end of the article. Jovi – “Mboko God (Reality) feat Reniss” Jovi is, to me, one of the most influential and complete hip hop artists—not just in Cameroon, but a

On the back of their stunning and country rock-infused Americana single 'The Other Side', rising UK outfit Kay Iris are getting better with each release, and building a solid following whilst doing so. We sat down with them to learn the 5 songs they love right now, here at FLEX! -- 1. Laycee Kay Booth - Daddy's Mugshot Kay: I love the grittiness and honesty of this song. Laycee is so good at creating and  immersive, 3D world that pulls you into her songs. I've recently discov