Canadian singer-songwriter Shaina Hayes has released her new single 'Flourish', marking the first preview of her upcoming third album. Blending soft folk-pop with subtle alt-country elements, the track is built around gentle acoustic arrangements, warm pedal steel, and Hayes’ intimate vocal style. Inspired by the idea of personal growth, the song reflects on love, change, and becoming the best version of oneself. Produced with longtime collaborators Francis Ledoux and David M

LA-based alt-pop artist Chloe Star returns with 'Emergency Contact', continuing a run of releases that has steadily expanded her sound and identity. Following recent tracks including 'call you back' and 'i didn’t wanna say goodbye', the new single leans into a more confrontational energy. Built around sharp lyricism, distorted textures, and a commanding vocal performance, 'Emergency Contact' channels frustration into a moment of clarity and self-assertion. Co-written with JP

Faroese-born, Los Angeles-based artist Marianna Winter has released her new single 'Feels Good To Be Needed', the latest preview of her upcoming debut album 'The More You Know', due May 29 via Tutl Records. Blending indie, folk, and alternative pop influences, the track pairs gritty, drum-led production with intimate vocals and unfiltered lyricism. It captures the emotional pull of being relied upon, exploring how devotion and validation can become both comforting and overwhe

Evan Fong returns with his latest release 'pesos', a high-intensity track that further cements his reputation as a fully independent creative force. Handling writing, production, performance, and visual direction himself, Fong continues to build a project defined by complete artistic control. 'pesos' reflects that vision, delivering a raw, unpredictable sound driven by distorted textures, sharp melodies, and an urgent, almost chaotic energy. At the centre of the track is his

16-year-old singer-songwriter Ava Valianti continues to make her mark with her latest single 'Birthday Cake', a striking indie-pop release that blends raw emotion with sharp, melodic hooks. Hailing from Newbury, Massachusetts, Valianti channels a mix of indie, pop, and pop-rock influences into a sound that feels both intimate and immediate. 'Birthday Cake' leans into that balance, pairing infectious instrumentation with deeply personal storytelling. At its core, the track exp

Photo Credit: Saskia Jo Price Transatlantic duo Outpost Drive return with “Broken Vein,” a strikingly intimate and cinematic release that captures a moment of emotional upheaval and transformation with rare clarity. Written in the aftermath of their wedding, the track trades the romance of a honeymoon for something far more raw, an isolated winter in the English countryside that ultimately shaped the song’s haunting emotional core. At the heart of “Broken Vein” lies a palpabl

Honey Motel are going from stength to strength. With the release of their new EP Motel FM, the quartet have pushed their indie tendencies to new terratories with moments of soulful emotion and others of explosive, distortion fueled energy. The releasse more than signals them as one to watch. We wanted to delve into what inspires the band, so caught up with Fred, Sam, Jack and Lew to hear about some of their favourite tunes of all time: Fred J&L by Medium Build, this guy is a

London’s ever-fertile independent scene continues to produce quietly distinctive voices, and few feel as fully formed on arrival as Birds Flying Backwards. The six-piece, bound by longstanding personal ties and a shared musical language, now step forward with their debut album  Lovebirds , out now via Real Love Recording Co. Having steadily built momentum through their live shows and 2024’s  Surrender to The Void  EP, the band have cultivated a sound that resists easy categor

Glasgow’s theatrical post-punk provocateurs San Jose are set to release their formidable new single 'The Bastards', a track that further cements their status as one of Scotland’s most vital and uncompromising underground acts. Emerging in recent years as a truly singular force, the six-piece have cultivated a reputation for explosive, unpredictable live performances and a sound that refuses to sit still. With 'The Bastards', San Jose channel that volatility into what is argua

Glasgow duo Saint Sappho have announced their debut album 'Between The Lines', set for release on May 1 via digital platforms and vinyl. The news arrives alongside their latest single 'Once Again'. The new track begins with shimmering instrumentation before expanding into a darker, guitar-led arrangement, exploring themes of love, loss, and renewal. It continues to showcase the band’s ability to blend expansive, atmospheric sounds with emotionally driven songwriting. Created

Los Angeles-based pop artist and actor KENTON returns with the official video for his single 'Vaporize Me'. Directed by Matthew Law with choreography from Daisha Graf, the visual pairs the track’s dancefloor energy with a darker, late-night narrative, exploring themes of temptation, vulnerability, and release. The song itself reimagines a traditional Hakka melody passed down from KENTON’s father, transforming it into a sleek, club-ready pop track with a personal edge. Alongsi

Lois Powell and Night Wolf return with their fourth joint release 'The Laws Of Life', a track that deepens their evolving creative partnership. Blending soft, immersive textures with a subtle experimental edge, the song unfolds through layered harmonies, understated beats, and a rich mix of instrumentation. Gentle string elements, moody synth tones, and minimal guitar lines sit alongside a slow-building rhythm, creating a sound that feels both reflective and quietly intense.

London based alternative R&B pop artist Tala Yunis has announced her sophomore EP All IN TIME , arriving alongside the release of her new single 'God's Favourite'. The project marks a significant step forward for the rising artist, who continues to gain international attention following sync placements on shows including Love Is Blindand Ginny & Georgia. Yunis brings a distinct global perspective to her music. A Palestinian raised in Israel, and now based in London, her work

Dublin’s thriving alternative-folk scene welcomes a striking new voice this spring as Barnburner unveil their debut five-track EP Nothing to Hold , released on March 20. The duo, Pippa Molony and David Mac Dhubháin, arrive with a sound that feels both deeply rooted and quietly unmoored, blending traditional folk storytelling with contemporary, alternative textures. Across the EP, Barnburner weave confessional lyricism with inventive melodies and intricate guitar arrangements,

There are artists who make music, and then there are artists who mean it. iSandi, the South African singer, songwriter, composer and multi-instrumentalist, belongs firmly in the second camp. With ‘Joina’, her new single released today, she delivers something genuinely rare in the current landscape: a song with a soul, a purpose, and the craft to carry both. INSTAGRAM  | FACEBOOK  | TIKTOK  | YOUTUBE Rooted in the sweeping landscapes of the rural Eastern Cape where iSandi grew

Swedish artist Boy In Space has released his latest single 'The Man Who Lost It All', continuing the rollout of his forthcoming debut album. Led by Robin Lundbäck, the project delivers a cinematic pop sound on the new track, combining guitar, violin, and pedal steel to create a rich, atmospheric backdrop. The song focuses on reflection and the anxiety of missed opportunities, with Lundbäck confronting the idea of looking back on life with regret. The release follows recent si

Northeast rising star Tom A. Smith has released his latest single 'SFX' via Fiction Records, alongside confirmation of a major hometown performance at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland. Driven by upbeat indie-pop energy and sharp melodic hooks, 'SFX' presents a more assured and carefree side of Smith’s songwriting. The track explores themes of self-confidence and personal insecurity, offering a release through movement and music. The release follows a busy period for th

FAEDA’s ‘Look Me In The Eye’ arrives like a moment of clarity you didn’t realise you needed, direct, unvarnished, and impossible to ignore. Rather than leaning solely on volume or bravado, the Scottish indie outfit tap into something more compelling here: emotional honesty delivered with precision. It’s a track that feels purposeful from the outset, grounded in self-reflection but executed with a confident, forward-driving energy. Lyrically, the single navigates the difficult

Pittsburgh-based artist Tory Silver has announced her new album 'In Through the Front with Lasers', set for release on May 29 via Michi Tapes, alongside the unveiling of new single 'Microwave' and its accompanying video. Built around jangly electric guitars and understated melodies, 'Microwave' finds Silver reflecting on everyday routines and quiet frustrations, drawing emotion from the ordinary. The track captures a sense of wistfulness, turning small, familiar moments into

Rising artist Max Threat has released his new single 'Thrown', the latest preview from his forthcoming album 'When I Die, They Will Bloom'. Opening with a driving, post-punk bassline, the track quickly builds into a punchy, hook-led rock release, showcasing Max Threat’s ability to fuse moody atmosphere with high-impact energy. The song evolves with intensity, shifting from tension-filled grooves into a more expansive, melodic sound that lingers long after the first listen. Bl