Universe – Issara
From the beginning of ‘Universe’ by Thai born and Washington raised multi-genre artist Issara, you can feel the anticipation of a big brilliant melody. And this exceeds such expectations with a timeless sound that stands out in the current music scene. Issara celebrates vibrance not just with her image, but also with each element of her music.
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Something About You – stella.
It’s easy to sink into the soothing atmosphere in ‘Something About You’ by singer-songwriter stella., hailing from New York. Delving into painful feelings of self-doubt, inadequacy and unlovability in relationships, stella. knows how to navigate a tune in such a way that we can’t help but wonder about the deeper meaning.
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Close Enough – ADENIAL
‘Close Enough’ shows to be a strong song in its production, with effects in all the right places to create an intriguing tension and lasting energy. At 22 years old, French producer Nicolas has demonstrated in the debut for his ADENIAL project that he has major radio commerciality and melodic charm.
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I Like Mondays – Taylor Bickett
Folk singer Taylor Bickett, known for singles such as ‘QUARTER LIFE CRISIS’ and ‘Just My Type’, has released her new single ‘I Like Mondays’ on the 1st of March, in accordance with its theme. The song embraces the fresh quality of the likes of mondays and new years, and is packed with many thought-provoking lyrics (I am wrestling with the presence of an all-knowing God) alongside the catchy melody.
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88 – Conscious Kid
With sparkling and sophisticated production, Jeremy Mondel from independent music project Conscious Kid releases his second single ’88’. In the midst of the engaging indie electronica, the song represents strength and courage in times of suffering. The vocals encapsulate this also through passion and great feeling.
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Porcelain Doll – MICALL
MICALL speaks up loud and clear on ‘Porcelain Doll’, mixing relatable lyrics for listeners (I’m gonna show you what it feels like from the other side) with a captivating tune to create something powerful. She unveils her fearless nature with each line, and stimulates the power of the tune with her strong vocals she has great control over.
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(I Didn’t Walk This) Road For Nothing – FLYN
There’s a fine line between familiarity and authenticity, and on that line is ‘(I Didn’t Walk This) Road For Nothing’ by Flyn, a new singer-songwriter in the music scene, but an experienced songwriter. The warm tones of the melody interact so satisfyingly with the techniques that make it stand out. But most importantly, the tune is irresistibly catchy.
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Bang Ur Drummer – Miss Michigan
Not only do Miami-based Miss Michigan have the perfect rock star look, but they also have the sound. They have a striving ambition to bring back rock n roll, and their latest single ‘Bang Ur Drummer’ is a brilliant way to go about it. The way the vocals and instrumental interact with such blazing thrill will grab and uphold your attention.
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Violet – Olario
Award winning Austrian violinist and composer Yury Revich has released ‘Violet’ as part of his EP ‘Olario’, which is also the name of his innovative music project. There’s an untouchable air to the music here composed by the beautiful flow of elegant notes. The violin sustains the depth, exquisitely representing the meaning of the piece, inspired by the evanescence of a flower and the tender breeze of fresh love.
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You Don’t Know Me – Cat Serrano
Up and coming musician Cat Serrano begins her debut single ‘You Don’t Know Me’ with a rich instrumental. This develops strongly alongside the vocals, in which Serrano executes beautifully throughout, adapting her tone to fit the levels of emotion and intensity. The chorus is where the melody truly blossoms, and we are left torn over singing along to match the passion or appreciate the euphonious bliss.
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I, Machine – Ecllyps
‘I, Machine’ – the song of a classical trained pianist belonging to the project of Ecllyps – is a heavy metal release that is encapsulated by the topic of overthinking and obsessive thoughts. There’s a heavy and subtle contrast that correspond with each other continuously, perhaps a reference to the deeper meaning. The instrumental and vocals are admirably fitting in each component of the melody.
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Cloud 9 – Cabal Central
Pressing play on ‘Cloud 9’ is like entering a new realm of music altogether. Cabal Central, a band formed in Liverpool during 2021, know how to work music with atmospheres that draw listeners in. For example, the lyrics work so smoothly with the pace and feeling of the instrumental; ‘feel your troubles slip away‘ as the techniques subtly shift.
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