Monica Velasquez writes with a bass in her hands. Her process for Rexxy starts with playing melodies on the bass, singing over them, and letting that combination capture whatever emotion she is chasing. Only once the basic structure is in place, verse, chorus, break and the rest, does she open Ableton. From there she searches for a tempo that feels right, brings in the rough bass and vocals, and builds MIDI drums around her idea. The bass is then re-recorded for a cleaner sou

What happens when you let the anger into 'It's My Party'? What happens when a pop anthem built on a cheerful surface is allowed to feel everything it was hiding? Berlin trio Swiss Pleasure set out to answer that question with their cover of 'It's My Party'. FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | WEBSITE | YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY The song needs little introduction. A classic pop anthem, it made the hits back then and remains universal in its theme, melody and arrangement. That staying power is part

Alternative rock artist MPTF returns with ‘Why Do We Fall Down’, a hard-hitting sophomore single that channels frustration, isolation and personal struggle into an emotionally charged rock statement. Combining the grit of classic alternative rock with a contemporary melodic sensibility, the track explores the pressures of societal expectation and the psychological weight of feeling constantly judged against someone else's idea of success. Driven by forceful instrumentation an

Atlanta-based artist Anabeth makes a striking statement with ‘Subtleties’, a fiercely expressive pop-rock release that tackles the everyday sexism and expectations placed on women. Drawing on her classical vocal training and theatrical instincts, she delivers a compelling mix of vulnerability, frustration and unapologetic intensity, building a sound that feels as emotionally charged as it is musically ambitious. Opening with delicate vocals and mesmerising harmonies, the trac

Debbie Ryvers brings a lifetime of musical influence to her latest single, ‘All My Love’, a vibrant, disco-infused release that effortlessly blends funk, soul, R&B and pop. Built around an infectious groove, rich vocal harmonies and a polished production from Ryvers and longtime collaborator Dean Richards AKA Joe 90, the track places her distinctive voice firmly in the spotlight. With roots in reggae, soul and jazz, Ryvers has spent decades developing a sound shaped by both h

There's a particular kind of electricity that comes with falling for someone, when every moment together feels extraordinary, even if you're not entirely sure they feel the same way. Liverpool blues-rock outfit The Heavy North capture that intoxicating uncertainty on their latest single, ‘Alive’. Blending gritty blues-rock with soulful melodies and infectious rock 'n' roll energy, ‘Alive’ is a passionate celebration of infatuation, vulnerability and the exhilarating feeling o

Photo Credit: Nguyễn Huynh Thai A fleeting conversation, an unexpected encounter and the simple pleasure of someone's company can sometimes leave a more lasting impression than the grandest romantic gesture. On ‘Men of Paris’, singer-songwriter Jesabel turns three chance meetings in the French capital into a dreamy celebration of spontaneity, connection and old-fashioned romance. Blending cinematic alternative pop with intimate storytelling and soulful influences, ‘Men of Par

In a world increasingly dominated by uncertainty, division and digital distractions, finding reasons to celebrate can sometimes feel like an act of rebellion. On their debut album Modern World, funk, soul and R&B trio Molly Gone Mad embrace that philosophy wholeheartedly, delivering a vibrant reminder that joy and human connection remain powerful antidotes to modern anxiety. Across 14 tracks, the trio blend infectious funk grooves, soulful melodies, jazz influences and psyche

Ever had a song you couldn't let go of? Matt and Andrew Como have a few, and 'Whisper in the Wind' is partly the story of them going back. 'I Don't Like You' dates to around 2010, when Matt was writing in his dorm room and working out what kind of songwriter he wanted to be. Re-recorded for the album, it's the track he says has grown up alongside them. 'Make My Heart Move' was first cut at the Hit Factory in New York with Steve Jordan on drums, and has since been given a new

Juliet Ariel teams up with French producer Karim Naas for 11:11, a sleek Afro House collaboration that brings together infectious rhythms, melodic appeal and an atmospheric late-night feel. Released via Paraíso Records, the track finds the pair exploring the pull of an unexpected connection, delivering a sound that feels equally at home on the dancefloor and in a more laid-back listening setting. Born in Kinshasa, raised in Paris and now based in Australia, Juliet has develop

Random Acts of Kindness has seen its social-impact single “I Wish” gain international momentum after the version featuring the African Children’s Choir surpassed 33 million YouTube views. Written by songwriter and philanthropist Ken Freirich, the song focuses on peace, belonging, equality and compassion. The African Children’s Choir recording was made in Uganda and forms part of a wider project using children’s voices to carry the song’s message. Further versions are already

Montréal-based synthwave producer Das Mörtal returns with DECVY I, a seven-track mini-album that pushes his dystopian electronic sound into darker, more psychologically demanding territory. Released on 30 October 2026 via Lisbon Lux Records, the project marks the opening chapter of an ambitious trilogy exploring physical and mental deterioration through darkwave, dark techno, witch house and trance. Written during a period of personal health struggles, the record channels ill

Belgian electronic producer and DJ Ghost Jr. continues to build momentum with ‘Back To You’, a high-energy new single released on 30 October 2026 via Steve Aoki’s Dim Mak Records. Blending electro-house and dance-pop with elements of his wider Trance, Techno and Eurodance influences, the release highlights an increasingly refined production identity, balancing immediate dancefloor appeal with a polished, contemporary electronic sound. Running just under three minutes, ‘Back T

jaqueline's “Come to Regret”, out now via Now Listen, puts her rock influences in the spotlight, bringing a more forceful musical backdrop to her emotionally driven songwriting. The Romanian-born singer-songwriter has explored several musical styles in her work, but this track gives her alternative pop-rock interests a particularly prominent role. The appeal lies in the contrast between the song's themes and its musical treatment. The lyrics deal with uncertainty, disappointm

A trumpet is required, but a jazz recording is not. Beyond Music’s fifth album project is accepting work across pop, classical, folk, electronic music, hip-hop, jazz and other traditions, with singers, songwriters, composers and producers invited to collaborate alongside instrumentalists. The international open call, which is welcoming professional musicians from the United States, places the trumpet at the center of a broad creative brief. Each song must include the instrume

A Halloween novelty song isn't the most obvious introduction to an ambitious live electronic music project. But Soul in the Machine aren't approaching electronic music in a particularly conventional way. The duo, Georg Bissen and Henry Chang, have spent years developing instruments and technical systems intended to make complex electronic dance music performable live, rather than relying on the playback-heavy formats commonly associated with DJ performances. Their work involv

There is a difference between writing songs about heartbreak and understanding what heartbreak can reveal. On her new album, The Trouble With Love, British blues-rock guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor seems particularly interested in the latter. Across 10 tracks, she examines the complications of relationships, the difficult process of accepting people as they are, and the freedom that comes from recognizing when something has run its course. Released October 23 via Joe Bonamassa'

Alex Kilroy's new EP, New Shade of Blue, arrives at an interesting point in his recording career. His debut album, Break My Chains, was released in May, giving listeners an introduction to a guitarist comfortable moving between blues-rock, Southern grooves, gospel, and melodic songwriting. Five months later, Kilroy has followed it with a record that takes a more concentrated look at the traditional blues music behind those influences. Released October 23, the seven-song colle

Ask anyone what they’re looking for in love and the answer now arrives pre-hedged. Nothing serious. No labels. OLYMPIA has no use for the hedge. Her debut EP, Have You Ever Been In Love?, is five tracks of the opposite: wanting too much, saying so, and staying with it until something holds. The London-based singer-songwriter and producer draws on timeless songwriting and Greek poetry, and she has said plainly that she wants to bring romance back into a world of casual love. T

The creative partnership behind Leanne Binder's forthcoming album began with a Christmas song. Binder had traveled to Nashville to record a piece written for her late father when she connected with producer Lee J. Turner, a Grammy-winning musician whose understanding of rock, blues, and soul closely matched her own interests. What began as a single recording session developed into an ongoing collaboration. The pair went on to make Binder's 2025 independent album, I Got Someth