Theme II – Tilda Allie
‘Theme II’ by music producer, vocalist and visual artist Tilda Allie has a melody all listeners can endorse themselves in. An angelic instrumental provides a calming quality to the music as Allie sings passionately ‘I am perfect as I am’.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/5yKISkkNJCb
Billie Holiday – I Nu
‘Billie Holiday’ is the first reggae song I have featured on my music discoveries, and it does not disappoint. I Nu produce an array of convivial sounds, resulting in a smooth sailing instrumental and replayable melody.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/MDqFCwmNJCb
Try to Reach Me – Hjerteild
Danish artist Hjerteild hooks us right at the very beginning of ‘Try to Reach Me’, but the song only gets better. It’s hard to pin a genre to it – but there’s many elements of funk, indie pop and electronica – and together these make the melody a dreamlike listen.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/Khn7eJoNJCb
CHEMICAL – 7KY
Electronic pop artist 7KY releases his brilliantly produced single ‘CHEMICAL’ this month. It has a great upbeat melody, with an instrumental that allows us to delve into fascinating refreshing sounds.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/1xsU4lrNJCb
THEO – Jack Panther
Jack Panther releases his first single of 2023 ‘THEO’, showcasing lyrics that follow a story and are relatable to a modern audience; ‘You’re leaning on the table, I’m feeling kinda unstable’. And it’s not just the words themselves that capture the attention of listeners, but the way that Panther sings them in a multitude of charming tones.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/tFoalBtNJCb
But Why? – Melrose
Polish production duo Melrose reveal a robotic, computerised sound on ‘But Why?’ that dominates the beginning of the tune. Then we explore a more traditional instrumental, and both of these opposing sounds take us on a thought-provoking journey asking the world’s big questions.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/QW4CrRvNJCb
chewing gum – LANI
Opening with an acoustic intro, LANI introduces us to her soul soothing tune ‘chewing gum’. The chorus especially spotlights her wondrous and emotionally driven vocals, enhancing the already addictive melody.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/Jdk9lqyNJCb
One & Only – Jeannie Arnott
The dainty tune of ‘One & Only’ by South African artist Jeannie Arnott is an irresistible one. It’s got sorrowful undertones throughout, but also this glimmer of hope in the vocals that makes it so special.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/AiJJyxBNJCb
I Wonder – Jen Island
Contributing to the ever-growing dream pop scene, London musician Jen Island releases her enchanting melody ‘I Wonder’. The vocals feel intimate, almost breathy as the instrumental adheres to each mood they portray.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/htLSLHDNJCb
Mononofu Nippon – Momoiro Clover Z and HOTEI
Momoiro Clover Z and Hotei initiate this infectious intensity right at the start of ‘Mononofu Nippon’. The vocals are fiery, the instrumental unleashes a powerful energy and the melody is engaging throughout.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/auS1lpGNJCb
By the Sea – Ella Fall
With such beautiful melancholic sounds from start to finish, ‘By the Sea’ stays true to its title, conjuring aquatic images in the listener’s mind. Ella Fall is a project based on a character of this name, and through her story we can hear the gorgeous soundscapes she paints with her experiences.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/fxGZuMJNJCb
Summer went and came around – Kaz Moon
Kaz Moon’s (multimedia artist and project created by 22-year-old Cody Yao) latest release ‘Summer went and came around’ has this soothing mellow atmosphere you just can’t get enough of. Such soft vocal tones blended with shiny modern production.
You can listen to the song here:
https://spotify.link/mBgZFLMNJCb