Suffolk Pop Riser Loome Returns With New Single ‘The Shakedown’

Suffolk alt-pop up-and-comer Loome steps confidently into his next chapter with the release of ‘The Shakedown’, the latest single taken from his highly anticipated sophomore album YOUFORIA, due May 22nd. Marking his first new material since a breakthrough year, the track sees Loome sharpening his sound while diving deeper into the emotional push-and-pull that has become central to his songwriting.

Following the release of his debut album ASTROHEARTS in 2025, Loome experienced a rapid ascent that cemented him as one of the UK’s most exciting emerging artists. He was named among BBC Introducing’s ‘Sound Of 2023’, earned his first national radio plays on BBC Radio 1 (Future Pop), and took to the stage at Latitude Festival, alongside packing out multiple headline shows across the year. The momentum was undeniable, and ‘The Shakedown’ arrives as a confident statement of intent rather than a cautious follow-up.

Staying true to his indie-meets-alternative-pop roots, ‘The Shakedown’ builds on the foundations Loome has already laid, but with a renewed sense of clarity and scale. Co-produced with Jason La Rocca—an engineer whose extensive résumé spans Venom, The Flash, and blockbuster games such as Cyberpunk 2077 and God Of War—the single stands as Loome’s most complete and radio-ready release to date. A distortion-tinged beat drives the track forward as pulsing synths ebb and flow beneath emotive, understated yet effortlessly charismatic vocals. As the song progresses, rising melodies open into an infectious chorus, where fuzzy guitars cut through the mix, injecting a fizzing indie edge that lingers long after the final note.

Lyrically, ‘The Shakedown’ turns inward, confronting the contradictions that come with ambition and self-doubt. Speaking about the track, Tomas explains: “The only rival I have is myself, the light versus the dark. My ambition versus my apathy. My confidence versus my self sabotage. The Shakedown is all about my battles with myself.”

Loome is the solo project of Suffolk-based Tomas Frankson, an artist who has built his success entirely on his own terms. Writing, playing, and engineering everything from a one-room home studio, Loome’s DIY approach has resonated far beyond the UK, helping him cultivate a fanbase that stretches across Europe and into Asia. His instantly recognisable sound and sharp songwriting have earned extensive Spotify Editorial support, including placements on Peach, Alt-Pop, New Music Friday, Fresh Finds: Pop, and Class of 2023 on Fresh Finds UK & IE.

Alongside streaming success, Loome has picked up award nominations and widespread radio and press support, solidifying his place as one to watch. With YOUFORIA on the horizon, ‘The Shakedown’ doesn’t just signal a return, it confirms Loome’s place as an artist hitting his stride, balancing introspection with ambition and crafting alt-pop that feels both deeply personal and built for the big speakers.

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