There’s a palpable shift in atmosphere as The New Citizen Kane moves away from sunlit escapism and into something far more nocturnal. His new remix collection 'LIQUID. LATEX. DISCO. DADDY.' redraws the entire space, emerging as a record that trades open-air warmth for tightly coiled tension and a sense of late-night immersion. This isn’t a conventional remix project. Instead of lightly revisiting earlier material, the artist dismantles and reconstructs it, reshaping familiar

London-based artist Antoin Gibson returns with 'Diss Tribute', a pointed and deliberate new release marking one year since her breakout debut 'FlexAble'. Out now via her own Circum-Sŏnus imprint, the track arrives as a strategic statement that questions the structures shaping modern music visibility. Rather than relying on traditional rollout methods, 'Diss Tribute' enters the landscape through synchronisation, securing placements via Tinderbox Music across major platforms in

Photo Credit: Dan Donovan Following the release of his official music video for 'No Fear', taken from his solo debut album 'Art', Flex caught up with Northern Irish singer-songwriter Paul Archer to find out what influences his blend of indie and alternative rock sound. If you like Paul's picks, be sure to check out 'No Fear' at the end of the article. 1. The Verve - So It Goes I love the early Verve work (Storm In Heaven and A Northern Soul). Vast echoic beauty and powerful s

London-based artist Frank Joshua returns with his quietly immersive new single 'Glass'. Known for his expressive vocal delivery and finely detailed acoustic work, the artist continues to evolve his sound here, collaborating with producer Tony White to craft something both restrained and emotionally resonant. 'Glass' operates in a reflective space, shaped less by a singular moment and more by gradual realisation. The song considers the structures we build around identity and g

Gabriela Bee steps into a more introspective space with '17', a self-crafted release that signals a shift toward deeper creative control and personal storytelling. Written, produced and mixed entirely by Bee, the track captures the emotional intensity of adolescence, a time shaped by self-awareness, isolation and the quiet overwhelm of figuring things out in real time. Rather than dwelling in negativity, though, '17' reframes those experiences through a softer lens, offering

At just 16, Ava Valianti is already carving out a space for emotionally direct, quietly devastating songwriting. Her latest single 'The Conversation' leans into the moments most artists shy away from, the ones that never quite make it out loud. Blending indie-pop textures with a soft rock edge, the track circles around the tension of knowing a relationship can’t be sustained, even when the feelings are still there. It lingers in hesitation, capturing the internal back-and-for

Joe Doonan leans fully into emotional honesty on ''til we find love', a deeply personal release that captures the unravelling of a relationship in real time. Built around raw storytelling, the track follows the final stages of something once vital, where questions outweigh answers and self-reflection becomes unavoidable. Rather than offering easy resolution, he sits in the discomfort, confronting mistakes and longing with unfiltered clarity. The song’s impact is heightened by

Rising alt-pop force Chloe Star continues her upward streak with 'you say', a punchy, guitar-driven release that leans into frustration before landing on hard-won clarity. Following recent drops like 'emergency contact' and 'call you back', the new track sharpens her edge, pairing high-energy production with lyrics that cut straight to the disconnect between words and actions. It’s a theme that feels instantly familiar: missed messages, broken plans, and the slow realisation

There’s nothing predictable about NESYA, and her latest release 'Put The Fries In The Bag' proves it. Blending darkwave textures with trap-pop punch, the track arrives as the first glimpse into her next chapter, one shaped by upheaval, reinvention and hard-earned autonomy. Produced by Kill Dave, it’s a disorienting, high-contrast listen that pairs heavy subject matter with a strangely playful, almost absurd hook. NESYA’s story feeds directly into the music. From a strict upbr

There’s a quiet intensity to DBsock’s latest release, “worse,” that speaks volumes without ever raising its voice. Rooted in alt-R&B but stretching beyond its boundaries, the track unfolds with a measured confidence, allowing emotion to simmer rather than spill over. It’s a subtle yet powerful statement from an artist honing their identity. The production leans into minimalism, favouring texture over density. Soft, ambient layers create a sense of suspended time, giving DBsoc

With Let’s Try Again, Will Foulke proves he is an artist committed to growth and evolution. The 13-track album seamlessly blends rock, pop, and blues influences into a record that is both musically ambitious and emotionally resonant. Over the course of 40 minutes, Foulke’s expressive vocals and intricate guitar work guide listeners through stories of love, loss, and resilience. The album’s production leans into a modern rock-pop aesthetic, with clean, layered instrumentation

There’s an expansive, almost cinematic quality to 'Unbreakable'. Here, HJ Soul offers a track that reaches beyond conventional R&B structures to explore something more introspective and purpose-driven. From the outset, the production leans into atmosphere, as soft, textured instrumentation creates a sense of space, gradually building into something more layered and immersive. There’s a careful pacing at work here as the song unfolds with intention, allowing each moment to set

The beauty of 'Live from the Attic' lies in its imperfections. This is music that breathes, shifts, and occasionally stumbles, and that’s exactly why it works, adding yet another innovative addition to The Wheel Workers ever-evolving catalogue. Opening number 'Fine Time' sets the stage with a sense of controlled chaos. The guitars feel restless, pushing against the structure rather than settling into it. It’s an opening that demands attention and emotional connection in equal

Photo: Elsa Jessica There’s a distinct sense of intention running through 'Born To Stand Out', the reissued debut from Cosmic Songbird. Rather than positioning itself within traditional song structures, the EP operates in a more fluid space, where sound is less about form and more about experience. At its core, the project is built around voice and resonance. Natalie Farrell’s vocal approach draws from classical training, yet it rarely adheres to conventional phrasing. Instea

There’s a quiet intensity at the heart of 'The Fans Applauded' that explores a moment most artists recognise but rarely articulate with this level of clarity. Rather than focusing on the spectacle of performance, the song begins its narrative in the seconds before it. The arrangement opens with a sense of restraint, allowing space for tension to build gradually, as soft piano tones and understated instrumentation create a fragile foundation, mirroring the uncertainty that sit

Photo Credit: Callum Connah Following the release of their latest single 'Got To Go', Flex caught up with UK band Molly Gone Mad to discover what influences their Funk and Soul sound. If you enjoy Molly Gone Mad's picks, be sure to check out 'Got To Go at the end of the article. 1. Use Me - Bill Withers A song steeped in soul and funk, it's one I will never forget. The character in every musicians playing, the groove, the vocal delivery, all of it I love and can't get enough

There’s a deliberate stillness at the core of 'Wide Open' that speaks volumes without ever raising its voice. Here, Manchester's Digging for Kanky lean into tension by letting it simmer, stretch, and quietly consume the space around it. Throughout, the track sits in a sparse, carefully constructed world. Low-end pulses and skeletal percussion form the backbone, while subtle electronic textures drift in and out, never fully resolving. The influence of artists like Massive Atta

On her hotly-tipped new EP 'Strangely Beautiful', LA-based artist Betty Moon returns with a collection that reflects both continuity and refinement. After several years without a full set of new material, the EP feels like a considered extension of her established approach, delivering something grounded in independence and shaped by a clear artistic perspective. Across its six tracks, the artist works within a blend of rock, pop, and electronic elements, allowing each influen

Thiago Trosso has returned with the single ‘Future’s Looking Bright’, an optimistic anthem released ahead of his upcoming album Magnet. The track offers a sense of solace, following our protagonist as he breaks free from a problematic relationship and finds his feet for dazzling new prospects ahead. Trickling acoustic guitars and soft vocals snowball first into shuffling percussion and bright rhythms, then into a punchy, uplifting mix of electric guitar, drums, bass and all o

On their long-awaited debut EP 'Pillars', San Diego's Signal-23 present a release that feels deliberate and carefully constructed. The EP moves within the darker edges of contemporary electronica, drawing on the influence of artists like Moderat and Jon Hopkins, while maintaining a distinct focus on subtle progression and tonal balance. The production is grounded in a hardware-led approach. Modular synthesisers, drum machines, and analogue equipment give the record a tangible