Close to Monday return with a retro-futurist shimmer on “Breakdown Simulations,” a track that leans into analog grit while bathing everything in a dreamy, slow-burn glow. The production feels like a lost broadcast from the dawn of electro-pop—warm, grainy, and hypnotic—yet there’s this bold, modern edge cutting through the haze. Their vocalist floats just above the mix, a soft but steady guide through the collision of colours and textures, giving the whole piece a sort of int

Hamburg duo counterglow arrive with echoes of self sounding like they’ve stepped straight out of a neon-lit reverie and onto centre stage. It’s a debut soaked in dreamy synth haze and indie-soul warmth, but there’s a sharpness beneath the glow that gives the whole thing a quiet confidence. Lauren Goodley’s voice feels almost vaporous, drifting through Jonas Grell’s widescreen production with the poise of someone who knows exactly how much space to take up—and when to pull ba

If you’ve ever wanted to feel like you’re sipping a cocktail on the Riviera without leaving your living room, Painted Dunes’ new single “Monaco Affair” has got you covered. Atlanta’s lounge duo have perfected their blend of jazz house and downtempo grooves, and this track is pure escapism from start to finish. From lush piano chords to sultry sax and vibrant trumpet lines, every element feels deliberate but effortlessly smooth. It’s the kind of song that makes you want to clo

The UK acoustic folk duo Burr Island has officially launched their debut album, Days Dreamt, on July 5th under Left Foot Records. This...