Montréal artist Musroe has released “Left2Rot/Now”, a two-track project that introduces her forthcoming EP 'EPHEMERA'. The release pairs two contrasting pieces designed to flow directly into one another. “Left2Rot” builds from a reworked guitar demo into a more urgent alternative-rock arrangement, while “Now” moves in the opposite direction with slower, more ambient textures. Together, the songs examine the movement between emotional overload and a return to the present momen

Radiola’s Version of Life is the kind of debut that refuses to reveal all its cards at once. The Paisley outfit move through indie rock, Americana, post-punk and experimental guitar music with an instinct for contrast, creating an album that feels exploratory without becoming unfocused. Following their sold-out BBC Introducing showcase at King Tut’s, it’s a strong introduction to a band clearly intent on carving out their own space within Scotland’s guitar scene. The album’s

"A raised eyebrow across a dancefloor." That's how I'm Not From London summed up Daniela's new single 'Dance Alone', and it's hard to find a better shorthand for what the track actually does. SPOTIFY | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE Built around Spanish verses that open out into an English hook, 'Dance Alone' folds in Middle Eastern instrumentation that gives it a texture most pop singles don't bother reaching for. The result feels less like a song asking to be liked and more like one t

There is an important distinction between translating a song and rebuilding it so that it can travel across cultures. Ute Lemper's new project MOTHERS leans toward the latter approach, taking one composition through 17 languages while also exploring different musical traditions around the world. Released September 21 for the International Day of Peace, the project contains versions in English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, Hebrew, Arabic, Ukrainian, Russian, Turkish,

Atticus Roness makes a spirited case for the enduring power of rock ‘n’ roll on Rock ‘N’ Roll Hit Parade, a 13-track album that embraces the melodic invention of The Beatles, the swagger of The Rolling Stones and the youthful exuberance of The Lemon Twigs without becoming trapped in the past. Years in the making, the record feels less like an exercise in retro revivalism and more like a celebration of everything that makes great rock music so infectious. Roness has a clear af

Some songs have a short life. They are written, recorded, released, and eventually replaced by the next idea. “Streets of Love, Pt. 1” took a very different route. Nearly eight years after Calcutta-born artist weyvir first wrote the song as a high school student, it has finally arrived as a fully realised piece of indie rock songwriting. The track began with its chorus, which came from the emotional confusion of heartbreak and the frustration of feelings that could not quite

Brussels-based independent artist Tom Ymani has released ‘Amorium’, a new double single featuring the tracks “I Want You Way” and “Encore Plus”. The two songs are linked by a shared focus on attraction, unrequited feelings and the uncertainty that can come with developing a crush on someone who may not feel the same way. The 23-year-old artist wrote the lyrics and vocal melodies himself, while also directing the wider creative development of the project. Initial vocals were r

There’s something immediately familiar about Sanjay Michael’s ‘Baby Baby’. The Singapore-based singer-songwriter and guitarist taps into the swagger, groove and sheer fun of classic rock, bringing plenty of big riffs and bluesy attitude without making the track feel like a simple trip down memory lane. Drawing on the spirit of ’70s and ’80s rock, the track carries echoes of Hendrix, AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses and Van Halen, but Sanjay gives those influences plenty of room to breath

“Can’t Keep a Good Man Down For Long” already had a substantial history before TRIPI recorded it. Danny Brooks placed the song at the opening of Rock This House, an album produced by Richard Bell, who also played keyboards on the release. The record earned a 2006 CMA Canada nomination for Best Blues/Jazz Album and won the corresponding Shai Award the following year. Now the composition has entered a different chapter. TRIPI’s version of “Can’t Keep a Good Man Down For Long” i

Photo credit: Enrique Levya For most of their career, Rodrigo y Gabriela have shown how much two musicians can communicate without saying anything. Their guitars have carried rhythm, conflict, release, humor, and tenderness across records that freely borrow from metal, classical music, Latin traditions, and rock. On OurHome, the GRAMMY-winning duo preserve that instrumental fluency while making one consequential change: they sing. That first vocal performance comes on “Somos

Photo credit: Jo Chattman Summer always begins disappearing before anyone is ready to admit it. On “Plants (Still Grow)”, Western Massachusetts songwriter Kimaya Diggs captures that quiet turn, when a season still feels vivid even as it starts becoming a memory. The latest single from her forthcoming album, Green, arrives with an Eli Howe-directed video filmed largely in Diggs’ own backyard. The song reflects on a relationship through the experiences that will eventually defi

The musical relationship between Alex Kilroy and his father, Iulian, began with a challenge. Before the young musician could abandon classical piano for guitar, he had to learn three Stevie Ray Vaughan songs note-for-note in a single summer. Kilroy met the condition, but his father’s more difficult instruction came later: studying a hero was valuable, while becoming an imitation was not. That lesson sits behind Kilroy’s newly announced EP, New Shade of Blue, arriving October

Most hero narratives end when the central conflict has been overcome. 2ŁØT is concerned with the part that comes afterward. The five-piece explores that uncertain territory across RE/SOLVE, a 16-track album arriving September 25th, and its final single, “I Want It All,” brings the project’s central question into focus. The band refers to the album’s structure as the “Second Hero’s Journey.” Its songs trace a recurring process of reflection, transformation, and self-actualizat

There is something quietly rebellious about making people dance to the soundtrack of your lowest point. On ‘Salvation’, Michelle Kash takes the uncertainty of not knowing whether you're about to collapse or emerge stronger and gives it a pulse. The result is dark dance-pop that acknowledges despair without allowing itself to become consumed by it. The New York-born, Los Angeles-based artist has long operated comfortably in the shadows, describing her musical world as a “dimly

Wardrobe Malfunction aren’t particularly interested in staying in one lane, and ‘Made 2’ is a pretty good demonstration of that. The latest single from the five-piece jumps between psychedelic rock, funk-jazz and indie pop, throwing plenty of ideas into the mix without ever losing its grip on melody. It’s adventurous and slightly unpredictable, but there’s a playful quality running through it that keeps everything feeling natural rather than overly technical. The band’s story

With debut album Helpless, Danish singer-songwriter Frederik Damhus introduces the wider world of Torrent Sound, a dreamy folk-pop project that finds plenty of room between intimate songwriting and atmospheric production. Across the record, acoustic guitar, harmonica and Damhus’ warm, textured vocals sit alongside synths, saxophone and organic instrumentation, creating a sound that can feel both close and expansive. There’s a thoughtful, understated quality to the album, with

Bristol four-piece Spin Class come roaring back with ‘Rip ‘N’ Dip’, a hefty, groove-led rocker that wastes no time getting under your skin. Fuzzed-up guitars, pounding drums and soaring vocals give the track plenty of weight, but there’s also a strong sense of melody running through the noise. Recorded live with producer Josh Gallop at Stage 2 Studios in Bath, the track is all about building tension. It starts relatively restrained, gradually locks into its central groove and

Kieran McKenna’s “TOO MUCH TO ASK FOR” delivers a confident blend of indie rock, alternative pop and punk, built around gritty guitars, punchy drums and a driving bassline. Produced alongside Max Topelson, Sighmon and Berlo, the track retains an organic, live feel, with deliberately unpolished textures adding character to its energetic arrangement. McKenna’s vocal performance moves effectively between restraint and intensity, complementing the track’s dynamic production while

Sighmon’s REPTILE marks a confident step forward for the Los Angeles-based artist, bringing together his Florida roots with a fluid blend of indie, R&B, alt-pop and hip-hop. Developed through years of DIY experience and collaboration with producers Charlie Hartwell and Jack Pavlina, the album balances organic instrumentation, atmospheric production and contemporary rhythmic elements with a clear sense of artistic identity. “Soldier” establishes the record’s reflective tone, w

London singer-songwriter Tom McQ has released 'Lonely Revolution', a new album that broadens his acoustic songwriting into a fuller band setting. Out now, the record combines guitar-led folk writing with bass, drums, keyboards, electric guitars and strings, giving McQ’s songs a larger scale without moving away from their lyrical focus. The album follows a period of growing attention for the London musician, who has built much of his audience through busking, grassroots shows