AudioGust wastes little time showing what he’s about on ‘This Time Or Any Other’. The songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist has a clear knack for big melodies and equally big arrangements, bringing indie rock, new wave and post-grunge influences together without letting any one of them take over. Lead single ‘Something in the Water’ is a strong entry point, building from a more reflective opening into an expansive chorus that gives the track plenty of lift. Lyrically

There is a particular kind of music fan who cannot just name a favourite song. They need to explain it. They need to tell you about the specific version, the moment it arrived in their life, what they were going through at the time. AudioGust, the Seattle-based songwriter and producer releasing one of this year's more quietly affecting singles in 'Amaze You', is exactly that kind of music fan. And honestly, it makes his answers worth reading. Released 5th June, 'Amaze You' is