With 'Bric-a-Brac attack', Plain Mister Smith continues to carve out a distinctive space where indie-folk, alternative songwriting and richly textured musicianship intersect. Released via Amelia Records, the sophomore album reflects the Vancouver- and London-based artist’s eclectic background, bringing together an instinct for melody and storytelling with the kind of considered musicianship that comes naturally to a multi-instrumentalist. A former guitarist for Canadian darkw

Mexican composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Oriana Gidi steps confidently into her own sonic universe with iloteca, a richly textured second album that sits somewhere between experimental pop, cinematic composition and adventurous songwriting. Entirely self-produced, the record feels less like a collection of conventional songs and more like a living soundscape, shaped by curiosity, instinct and a willingness to follow an idea wherever it leads. Gidi’s multidisciplin

Cece arrives with “One of One,” a vibrant and expressive release that showcases the creativity of an artist unafraid to embrace every part of her journey. As a producer, songwriter, and performer, she brings a rare understanding of music’s many layers, creating a track that feels carefully crafted while maintaining a natural sense of emotion. The song reflects Cece’s diverse background and artistic evolution. Born in Nigeria and raised in the Bronx, she carries a perspective

Brian Elodi has unveiled his debut album, a 13-track release developed over years of private songwriting and later shaped into a collaborative studio project with producer Ben. Originally intended as a personal collection for his daughter, the album has now been brought into the public sphere as a cohesive artistic statement. Spanning 49 minutes and 33 seconds, the record brings together songs written across multiple phases of Elodi’s life. Tracks such as “Honestly,” “Hurrica

RVRIE’s debut album 'Reverie' arrives as an ambitious introduction from Beijing-based producer, songwriter, and sound designer Zefan Gao, an artist whose multidisciplinary background gives the project a level of cinematic scope rarely found on first releases. Operating at the intersection of ambient pop, alternative rock, and immersive sound design, Gao positions himself less as a conventional singer-songwriter and more as a world-builder, crafting emotionally resonant compos

Alaskan Tapes and Blu Miles deliver a compelling study in connection and collaboration on 'Blank Slate, Open Space', a seven-track ambient album that transforms distance into something deeply personal. Created between Toronto and Portland before being completed together in person, the project feels remarkably cohesive, with its seamless interplay of piano, saxophone, and atmospheric textures creating an immersive listening experience. Lead single “In-Cloud,” featuring Ann Ann

Austin singer-songwriter Megan Lacy arrives with her debut album “That Feelin’”, a 12-track collection that feels both deeply personal and musically expansive. Rooted in alt-country but stretching comfortably into cosmic Americana and atmospheric folk, the record has a lived-in quality that comes from years of honing her craft in Austin’s songwriter circles, honky tonks, and intimate live rooms. What stands out straight away is how natural everything feels. Recorded live at K

Country Love Song feels like it exists slightly outside of time. Kevin Farge has built an album that moves like memory itself; fluid, non-linear, and illuminated by sudden flashes of clarity. From the opening stretch, there’s a sense of place that never fully leaves. The Costa Rican setting isn’t just backdrop; it’s embedded in the texture of the music. You hear humidity in the air between notes, and distance in the way melodies echo outward. Farge’s songwriting thrives in em

If you thought The Songs of Butler & Cupples were impressive with ‘Bad Habits’, their new single ‘What Use Is Peace Without Freedom’ proves they’re just getting started. This isn’t a band in the traditional sense - it’s a creative playground where the song itself is the star, and honestly, that focus really shows. Written by two seasoned songwriters, the project thrives on substance over flash. The new track leans into hypnotic electronic-pop, with bouncy synths, catchy melod

Alternative hip hop/rap artist Sú North (previously known as Sharif Hassan) has returned with his latest single, “Emotion Ocean (Ft....