Los Angeles funk collective Brassroots District have dropped their new single 'Aim High' via For The People Records, setting the stage for their long-awaited debut album, arriving January 29. The release comes as the band prepares for an extended residency at Jewel’s Catch One in Koreatown, taking place February 7, 13, 20, 28 and March 7, 14, 20, 28. Featuring vibrant horn sections and a bassline built for packed dance floors, the track showcases co-leads Ursa Major and Coppe

Burlington’s genre-melting quartet Robber Robber have signed to Fire Talk Records, kicking off the next chapter with new single 'Talkback', their first release since 2024’s acclaimed debut 'Wild Guess'. The track bristles with tension and wit, pairing Nina Cates’ biting delivery with Zack James’ razor-sharp percussion and a barrage of fuzz-soaked riffs. The band also shares a self-directed video for 'Talkback', stitching together infrared nightcam footage and animated overlay

Rising alt-pop artist Ocean Tisdall returns with 'Jealous', the third and most emotionally raw chapter of his breakup series. Written with longtime collaborator Prentice in Edinburgh, the track explores the gut-punch feeling of watching someone move on while you’re still paralysed by pain. Channelling the timeless ache of 'Someone Like You' and the emotional clarity of 'Someone You Loved', 'Jealous' finds Ocean at his most stripped-back and vulnerable. Inspired by the story o

Introducing themselves with a bold dose of emotional nuance and sonic shimmer, new indie-pop duo Soma Please unveil their debut single 'Pockets On My Sleeves'. Built on pulsing rhythms and glowing synth textures, the track explores escapism and emotional weight through poetic, surreal imagery. Blending introspective songwriting with luminous production, 'Pockets On My Sleeves' carves out Soma Please’s identity as one foot in emotional depth, and the other in contemporary indi

Experimental duo Allegories return with 'Mid Century Nothing', a spacey, shoegaze-laced electronic track that fuses quiet defiance with cinematic depth. Rooted in a ukulele demo and reshaped through rare live rehearsals, the song captures a tension between introspection and confrontation. Marking one of Allegories’ most band-oriented recordings in two decades, 'Mid Century Nothing' is deliberate and insurgent, built from layers of texture and friction. The single feels like a

London-born singer-songwriter Alexander Wolfe returns with the soaring new single 'To Feel Love', the latest offering from his upcoming album 'Everythinglessness'. Opening with gentle intimacy before swelling into euphoric layers of guitar and drums, 'To Feel Love' captures the chaos of searching for meaning in all the wrong places. The track follows a string of emotionally raw releases, including 'Talk', 'The Toughening', and 'The Softening', songs that mark Wolfe’s most per

Phoenix-based DJ and producer Shadez (Zack Rubalcava) shifts gears on his latest single “Beggin”. the second chapter of his Let It Go EP. Following the Latin-inspired energy of his debut single “Es Para Ti,” “Beggin” leans into a darker, late-night vibe, pairing deep basslines, rolling percussion, and a soulful vocal hook to showcase the underground side of Shadez’s production style. Where “Es Para Ti” emphasised rhythm and melody, “Beggin” focuses on space, groove, and mood,

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

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

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

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),

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

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

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

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

Newbury, MA’s rising pop force Ava Valianti returns with a punchy, unapologetic anthem in 'Hot Mess'. At just 16, Ava channels her raw honesty and indie-pop edge into a track that’s chaotic, cathartic, and totally self-aware. Known for singles like 'Middle Ground' and 'Buttercups', Ava continues carving out a space where imperfection is power. Playful yet poignant, 'Hot Mess' is a bold reminder to embrace your chaos and own your story.

Rising artist Truman returns with the quietly powerful new single 'Tell Him', a stripped-back collaboration with Isabel that drips with vulnerability. Built on airy percussion and ambient textures, the track thrives in its restraint, letting emotion breathe between the lines. Directed by Oscar®-qualifying filmmaker Saul Abraham (ENJOY), the music video deepens the emotional weight. Adolescent boys mouth the lyrics directly to camera, intercut with touching footage of Truman a

Hackney-born artist J Appiah steps into his own light with the release of his debut album 'That’s the Thing About Time'. The record blends soul, R&B, and cinematic textures shaped by personal growth, world travels, and Appiah’s Ghanaian heritage. Alongside the album comes powerful lead single 'Father', a raw and reflective piece inspired by the passing of Appiah’s estranged dad, released just days after Appiah became a father himself. Having toured the globe as a vocalist for

Kansas City rock outfit The Whips return with 'Together in Agony', their first release since frontman Max Cooper’s four-chair audition on The Voice earlier this year. The single, out now via Midtopia, marks a deliberate shift away from TV spectacle toward the band’s roots as a self-contained creative unit. Written by Max Indiveri and recorded in the group’s 10x10 bedroom studio, the track unfolds like a slow emotional burn, unveiling a portrait of two people staying in someth

Cork’s own Jason Busteed returns in triumphant form with “Paradise,” a radiant slice of dance-pop euphoria that reaffirms why he remains one of Ireland’s most quietly influential producers. Released through his label Lefty Shades Records, the track captures the emotional uplift and rhythmic finesse that have defined Busteed’s two-decade career behind the decks. “Paradise” wastes no time establishing its intentions. Bold, insistent drums propel the track forward before opening

Gold Coast pop artist Chloe Styler strips back the gloss and dives deep into raw emotion on her new single 'Placeholder'. Known for her shimmering melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Styler trades bright energy for quiet reflection, delivering a song that aches with honesty. Built on warm acoustic guitar, subtle mandolin, and gliding electric textures, 'Placeholder' captures the heartbreak of realising you were never truly chosen, only kept around. Following the momentum of 'Push

UK singer-songwriter Joshua Hawkes returns with his most personal offering to date, 'Carry It All', an emotionally charged indie-rock anthem that explores the quiet burdens of growing up in a turbulent home. Drawing inspiration from the widescreen guitars of Sam Fender and the expansive textures of The War on Drugs, Hawkes balances vulnerability with soaring, cinematic soundscapes. With shimmering guitars, cathartic drums, and lyrics that cut to the bone, 'Carry It All' is a

Rising alt-pop artist avalon continues her ascent with the release of 'how to lie', a searingly intimate track that captures the ache of giving your all and getting crumbs in return. Known for her diary-like honesty, the 20-year-old singer/songwriter pours every ounce of heartbreak into this latest release, and you can hear it in every breath. Written during a real-time emotional collapse, 'how to lie' was born from a phone call where avalon realised, mid-conversation, she wa

Brooklyn-based collective Every Us return with 'The Motions', a reflective, slow-burning indie-soul anthem about breaking out of life’s endless loop. Blending hazy guitars, layered vocals, and propulsive rhythms, the track captures the tension between emotional detachment and the quiet urge to reclaim your spark. “It started with a chant, a half-melody looping like a thought you can’t kill,” says founder Ryan Jones, who wrote and produced the song alongside Ian Kimmel (mixin

Torch singer and Soho storyteller Madeleine Rose Witney today releases her debut EP 'From Now On', a bold and emotionally rich introduction to her world. The project arrives alongside lead single 'Shut Up & Kiss Me', a slow-grooving, poetic meditation on love’s contradictions. Anchored in themes of transformation and release, 'From Now On' captures the bittersweet moment of shedding an old self to step into something new. Witney describes the EP as “a full stop and an open do

Belgian outfit momoyo return with 'When the Morning Comes', a heartfelt new single and the third track to be released from their upcoming album 'Home Is Just a State of Mind', due January 30th, 2026. Soft-spoken yet emotionally heavy, the single explores grief in adolescence, and how young people navigate loss when they lack the words to articulate it. It reflects on those strange moments of closeness and avoidance, of finding comfort in shared silence when honesty feels too

Hot on the heels of their debut single 'Animal', Black Prussia are back as they look to continue their emphatic creative momentum. Releasing their second single, 'Delightfully Spiteful', the band show no signs of slowing down. As the track enters the limelight with its swagger and electrifying energy, the Berkshire-based outfit immediately make themselves known. Taking cues from Sex Pistols and AC/DC, they show no signs of slowing down. Diving into the track, the band explain

Hailing from Germany, Tim Kollberg is back as he looks to spotlight his latest single, 'Acid Break'. A pumping anthem, brimming with electronica and synthesis, it looks to push the boundaries of modern EDM with contemporary finesse and a cinematic swagger. Teaming up with Ziggy V’Niles, after discovering him on soundcloud, the single sports classic chord stabs and brooding, acid leads. Diving into the release, he explains, “This release actually came together through shared h

Hailing from Oslo, Norway, TULLE is back with her latest single 'Devour / The Performer', as she looks to bow out of 2025 on a high. A track of two halves, the release leans into her morbid curiosity of the world through the sonic lens of a reflective clown. The single stands somewhere between the likes of Lorde and Phoebe Bridgers, with its own whimsical flair. Diving into the release, she explains, “This is a really special song to me because it's sort of a 'two-in-one' rel

LA-based vocalist and songwriter Alana Hil has unveiled her latest single 'In Between', a raw and reflective moment taken from her newly released EP 'Diaries of a Common Woman'. Blending soulful melodies with sharp lyrical honesty, the track explores the emotional disconnect that often follows trauma, a theme woven throughout the EP. Accompanied by a striking new video, 'In Between' captures the quiet tension of feeling too much and too little all at once. The release follows

With her sold-out UK tour in full swing, Belfast-born singer-songwriter Bea Stewart unveils her striking new EP 'Wish It Was You', a candid, emotionally-charged indie-pop collection exploring the messy aftermath of heartbreak and the slow return to selfhood. Featuring previously released favourites like 'Out of My Hands', 'Still My Favourite', and 'Set On Loving You', the EP arrives with brand new single 'Chill Girl', a deceptively light-hearted track that captures the exhaus

With her latest single “u sure like to make me feel crazy,” rising Filipino-Australian artist ALEXIS explodes back onto the scene with a track that’s equal parts heartbreak and adrenaline. From the first shimmering synth line, it’s clear this isn’t just another breakup song—it’s a full-blown pop spectacle. ALEXIS has bottled the chaos of romantic confusion and turned it into something euphoric, glittering, and impossible to ignore. Written by Alexandra-Isabelle Barrientos (A

SUUNCAAT’s “Signs” is a genre-defying masterpiece that fuses hyperpop, ritualistic electronica, and emotional catharsis into one breathtaking experience. The production is alive—swelling, collapsing, and reemerging with the urgency of something sacred. It’s both futuristic and ancient, polished and raw, personal and universal. The track’s central motif—the violin—serves as both sonic weapon and emotional scar. As it cuts through the track’s electronic chaos, it feels like SU

There’s a certain freedom that comes from telling the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable. On her new single “Please Don’t Hate Me For This,” Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Jess Ball confronts that moment head-on, embracing the emotional tipping point where everything unsaid rushes out at once. The track is weighted with reflection, but maintains an upbeat and melodic synthesis. Ball’s voice moves with bright, clear intuition, circling the uneasy honesty of the song’s c

A spectral fusion of witch house and dark fairycore, the record captures the eerie allure of unseen worlds through immersive self-production and raw emotion. Out now on all streaming platforms On raven’s inferno, Atlanta-based producer, vocalist, and composer r4vn conjures a world that flickers between dream and decay — a witch house odyssey steeped in dark fairycore ambience and occult symbolism. It’s a record that sounds like it was pulled from another realm: eerie, immersi

Westchester native Gregory McLoughlin will headline Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre on December 13, marking a full-circle moment for the singer-songwriter who built his career one audience at a time. The show arrives a day after the release of his self-titled debut album, Gregory McLoughlin , out December 12. Known for his grassroots approach, from street performances to festival parking lots, McLoughlin has honed his storytelling through years of steady gigging. His lead sin

Singer-songwriter Eric Hirshberg has released his new single “For Real,” featuring acclaimed vocalist Aloe Blacc, marking the first glimpse of his upcoming album More Is Not The Answer , due in early 2026. The track blends warmth and restraint, pairing Hirshberg’s introspective writing with Blacc’s signature soulfulness. Its central theme of seeking authenticity in a hyper-digital world lands with quiet power. The accompanying video keeps things simple: two artists in a stud

Independent rapper, songwriter, and studio engineer J.R.Clark marks a decade in the game with his latest album, 10 Years Later, a project that balances reflection with forward momentum. Known for his sharp lyricism, meticulous production, and knack for turning personal moments into universally relatable stories, J.R.Clark delivers a record that feels both intimate and ambitious. Leading the charge is the standout single, “I Just Wanna Know”, a hypnotic, high-energy track that

Montreal’s rising R&B voice Myles Lloyd returns with 'Grapevine', a smooth and moody anthem that sets the tone for his upcoming album 'I’m Still Thinking', out November 21. Blending falsetto finesse, atmospheric 808s, and magnetic melodies, 'Grapevine' sees Lloyd tuning out the gossip and locking in on legacy. Known for his emotionally charged style and genre-fluid production, Lloyd continues to evolve with every release. With over 38 million streams between his breakout hit

On the back of his stunning debut single 'Live Without You', we sat down with Brighton's new star Niall O'Connor, to learn all about the 5 songs he loves, exclusively for FLEX! -- 1. Michael Jackson – Human Nature I love  ' Human Nature'   by Michael Jackson because it takes me back to being a kid, playing his songs over and over and dreaming of being like him one day. It’s always hard to pick just one Michael Jackson song, but this one feels timeless. He was an innovator an

South London R&B powerhouse Tamara Dos Santos caps off her breakout year with bold new single ‘I’m So Over You’, a soulful declaration of freedom and finality. Out now on all streaming platforms, the track follows fan favourites ‘Emotional’, ‘Do It’, and ‘Faded’, completing a four-part journey from heartbreak to self-worth. Built around commanding vocals, sharp lyricism, and Tamara’s signature blend of English and Portuguese soul, ‘I’m So Over You’ is the moment of cutting ti

'Bad Liar' is the latest release from Australian-born, London-based alt-pop artist Madison, a bold, cinematic takedown of dishonesty wrapped in empowering energy and dramatic flair. Co-produced with Swedish hitmaker Oliver Lundström, the track pulses with immersive textures, sharp pop hooks, and Madison’s signature theatrical vocals. Written between Canberra, London and Stockholm, 'Bad Liar' channels cheeky defiance and emotional clarity, offering us a fierce mirror-singing m

Norwegian pop artist MARI makes a striking entrance with her debut EP between the lines — a fearless and emotionally charged project that captures the turbulence of young love and the triumph of self-discovery. Across six tracks, MARI takes listeners on a journey from heartbreak to healing, pairing introspective lyricism with sleek pop production. The result is a record that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant, marking MARI as a powerful new voice in the pop

Toronto-based singer-songwriter Katie Dauson has released her seventh studio album, Dauson City Gold Rush , an eight-track collection that blends rock, folk, blues, and country influences. Produced and engineered by James Nickle, the album features all original songs written and performed by Dauson, who also played rhythm guitar on every track. The album’s sound ranges from heartfelt folk-rock storytelling to buoyant, nostalgia-tinged rock anthems. The title track, Gold Rush

Maria Rosa La Kakiee’s Trigger My Aria is a bold, unapologetic declaration of self-empowerment. The Boston-based artist delivers her lyrics with a mix of ferocity and melodic flair, transforming personal triggers into an anthem of resilience. From the opening beat, the song grips you, pulling listeners into Maria Rosa’s world of clarity, self-respect, and creative fire. The production by Mike Midura perfectly complements her vocal dynamism. Hip-hop rhythms intertwine with po

Cris Cap is back as he looks to round off the year with a bold new EP, 'Bring It Back'. The new EP, which features two previously released singles, highlights the focus 'Bring It Back', a luscious, slick R&B-tinged offering that sees Cap's soulful roots ooze out of him. Once again teaming up with Nashville-based singer Hudson Hayes, the EP looks to be a promising highlight in Cap's already established discography. Diving in, Cap explains, “This song is a love letter to my tee