U.S. producers Randy Perez and Not Yurs team up on 'Get Down' a no-nonsense club weapon built for dark rooms, late hours, and dancefloors that don’t come up for air. Out now via Direct Action Records, the track leans into a stripped-back house and techno framework, all steady-rolling percussion, low-slung bass movement, and the kind of hypnotic groove that locks bodies into motion until well past sunrise. 'Get Down' feels tailor-made for after-hours culture, tapping into that

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

Emerging indie five-piece Isla Rico have announced their highly anticipated new single, Smell The Roses , out now via Regent Street Records. Arriving this Autumn, the track signals a bold new chapter for the band, blending 90s-inspired anthemic energy with heartfelt, modern storytelling to create an evocative yet irresistibly catchy indie sound. Born out of late-night writing sessions in Brighton university flats, Isla Rico first took shape as the creative project of Callum R

On the back of his mesmerising synthwave single 'Schism', Rogue VHS has quintessentially built a sonic world that is entirely is own, blending electronica with synth nostalgia and building a huge audience in the meantime. We sat down with him to learn the 5 songs he loves right now, here at FLEX! -- 1. Love Me In Silence - Gown I review music over at submithub.com , and this was sent to me a week or so ago. Haven’t been able to stop thinking about it since. Darkwave/coldwave

Roxy Rawson has always been one conjuring small, shimmering worlds. And with 'I found a place in the woods', she invites us into one of her most spellbinding creations yet: a woodland sanctuary where grief dissolves into renewal, and the ghosts of the past finally loosen their grip. The track arrives as the first glimpse of her upcoming full-length 'Bright Star', and it couldn’t be a more fitting reintroduction to an artist whose work feels carved from starlight and soil. Pro

Multi-platinum producer and instrumentalist Kaelin Ellis returns with a triumphant collaboration, joining forces with Chicago heavyweights Saba and Mick Jenkins on the genre-blurring single “Come and Go.” Serving as the first glimpse of Kaelin’s highly anticipated 2026 album, the track is a masterclass in modern hip-hop fusion, seamlessly merging groove, jazz, and reflective lyricism into a cohesive, forward-thinking sound. From the opening bars, Ellis’ signature production s

With his latest effort 'Kids', D3LTA drops a mirror at our feet and forces us to look at what’s staring back. It’s a blistering, clear-eyed snapshot of what it means to grow up right now: overstimulated, overloaded, and quietly eroding under the weight of things we were never meant to process so young. And in a musical landscape where escapism often wins, D3LTA chooses truth instead. From the first seconds, the track hits with a restless urgency. Guitars flare like warning si

Toronto-based indie artist Echo the Screen steps into the spotlight with 'Frankenstein'. A cinematic surf-pop confessional, the track blends sun-soaked guitars and nostalgic textures to reflect on burnout, heartbreak, and emotional distance. Inspired by the hazy dreamscapes of Beach House and the twang of Dick Dale, 'Frankenstein' finds beauty in exhaustion; a raw, melodic reflection on giving too much and being noticed too late. Vocals by Ethan Conway (The Voice Australia),

TaniA Kyllikki has never been a surface-level storyteller. She’s one of those rare songwriters who writes from marrow, and 'I Promise I’ll Wait For You' is perhaps the clearest distillation yet of what makes her such a singular voice in modern emotional pop. After a year marked by physical hardship and enforced quiet, she returns with a vow wrapped in tenderness, patience, and a kind of unwavering devotion that feels almost mythic. From the very first piano notes, the track w

There are comebacks, and then there are resurrections. With 'The Reckoning', Cindy Lawson charges back with the force of someone who’s spent decades gathering thunder in her chest. What emerges is a blistering rallying cry from a Minneapolis icon who refuses to stay quiet any longer. In the ‘80s, Lawson was a fixture of the Twin Cities’ most feral rock rooms, a peer among scene-shapers and outsiders who rewrote what American punk could look like. Then came the betrayal that c

Duanna’s new EP open tabs  feels like a quiet shift in the room, the kind you notice only after you settle into it. The Bay Area-raised and New York-based artist has been carving out her own space in electronic music, and this six-track project shows just how confidently she is moving into her vision. Ambient tones, soft dance rhythms, and a patient sense of pacing guide the entire record, making it feel less like a playlist and more like a lived-in environment. The EP’s magi

Liz Lavly returns with 'Chess Mate', a track that wields metaphor as a weapon. In a landscape overflowing with generic breakup anthems and self-help platitudes, Lavly turns inward and confronts the version of yourself you can’t bluff, outrun, or silence. From the opening pulse, 'Chess Mate' announces itself as a psychological thriller disguised as a song. Tense percussion sets the stage like footsteps echoing down an empty corridor, while mood-drenched guitar lines coil aroun

Following on from the release of 'idk' earlier in the summer, Sofia Gobbi is back as she announces her latest single, 'With Gold'. Taking a step back from the indie-rock soundscapes of the summer, she turns her hand to a more folk-pop oriented sound. Coupling charmed melodies with a heartfelt story, the release offers comfort and truth in the face of personal pain, whilst delivering a performance that is both authentic and remarkable. She dives in, “'With Gold’ is about findi

Following up his peace-loving anthem 'My Free Heart' earlier in the year, Shervin Boloorian is back as he looks to release his new single, 'One More Day'. A single bestowed in grief, Shervin's artistry shines through tenfold as he uses his music to explore human nature and emotion. Though offering lyrics that ring true, and cut deep - longing out for a world where he could spend one more day with those he's lost - the single offers an upbeat soundscape. Mirroring the energy f

Mat Hook is back as he looks to end the year on a high, pulling back the curtain on his emphatic new single, 'This Feeling'. An anthem tinged with colour, cinematic and that gripping jangle that makes indie music so special, the release sees Mat Hook take to the airwaves with confidence and finesse, emerging as a unique talent. Speaking about the release, he explains, “This is a very feel-good song; it has a Stone Roses vibe to it, and it's almost dancey. A lot of people cons

DownTown Mystic’s 'Somebody’s Always Doin’ Something 2 Somebody' is the kind of single that sparks to life the moment it hits your speakers. It’s a reminder of what rock once was and what it can still be: unvarnished, purposeful, and uninterested in playing by anyone else’s rules. Robert Allen, the architect of DownTown Mystic’s world, drags the spirit of the past into the present with wild-eyed clarity. From the opening seconds, the track strides in with the confidence of a

Rising indie artist DLG. (David De La Garza) makes a striking entrance into the music world with his debut 11-track album, I Learned It the Hard Way. The record is a bold, emotionally charged journey that showcases DLG.’s ability to blend introspective lyricism with expansive, genre-defying production, establishing him as one of indie music’s most compelling new voices. From the opening notes of 'The Trade', the album strikes a balance between nostalgia and modernity, creatin

Looking to make his debut under a new moniker, J Saint James shines on his new single, 'The Running Man'. Having previously caused a buzz early in his career, with a charting rendition of 'Livin' On A Prayer', the new release sees the UK-based artist highlight a new side of his artistry. Coupling cinematic soundscapes and soul-soaked melodies, 'The Running Man' stands its ground as the work of a bold creative talent. Diving into the single, he explains, “‘The Running Man’ cam

In a world where AI seems to lurk in every corner of creativity, Sfork’s latest single, The World We Once Knew (ft. Fatboi), lands like a neon-lit existential wake-up call. This isn’t just another electronic track—it’s a heady, dancefloor-ready meditation on what it means to create when machines are always watching. Fans of Sfork’s viral remixes will recognize the duo’s signature energy, but this time, the concept hits harder, the production feels sharper, and the emotional