Roxanne de Bastion kicks open a louder new chapter on ‘Simple Pleasures’
Roxanne de Bastion steps back into solo mode with ‘Simple Pleasures’, a distorted, hook-heavy burst of electro-rock that feels like release in motion.
Lauren Mikki is impossible not to fall for on ‘In Between’
A gorgeous vintage-soul groove draws you into ‘In Between’, but Lauren Mikki’s extraordinary vocals are what make falling for her…
Bandcamp Confirms Engineering Layoffs As Independent Artists Raise Concerns
Bandcamp has confirmed 10 engineering roles have been cut, intensifying concern among independent artists who rely on the platform.
Alex Amor follows salt air, summer freedom and old longing on ‘Aquamarine’
On ‘Aquamarine’, Alex Amor lets salt air, childhood memory and a soft Americana glow drift through a love song that…
Natalie McCool bottles the rush before real life catches up on ‘We’re The Ones’
On ‘We’re The Ones’, Natalie McCool turns youthful optimism into something bright, restless and knowingly temporary.
Lucy Tay turns heartbreak into country-pop backbone on ‘The Hell I Do’
There is no soft landing here. Lucy Tay’s ‘The Hell I Do’ takes the familiar return-of-the-ex story and gives it…
Ronan Fae turns masking into dark-pop horror on ‘Copycat’
Ronan Fae builds a glitchy, horror-tinged world around ‘Copycat’, using dark pop and alt-rock bite to explore masking, identity and…
Amber Jules Turns Old Patterns Into Bright Indie Pop On ‘Creature Of Habit’
With punchy synths and an easy conversational charm, Amber Jules turns the pull of familiar patterns into something bright and…
Zoe Unsworth gives country-pop heartbreak a sharp kick on ‘Tell Tale’
Wigan-born, Manchester-based artist Zoe Unsworth brings hooks, bite and bruised honesty to ‘Tell Tale’, the second single from her upcoming…
Poesie turns anti-tech protest into release on ‘Circuit Break’
London artist Poesie brings glitchy synths, anti-tech fury and dancefloor energy together on ‘Circuit Break’, a sharp new single that…
Natalie McCool Coming Of Age Video Brings Alt-Pop Joy With A Beating Heart
Natalie McCool’s Coming of Age finds lift, kindness and self-acceptance in the messy business of growing up.
Bea Elmy Martin deepens her emotional world on Under The Yew (Vol. 2)
London artist Bea Elmy Martin returns with Under The Yew (Vol. 2), a six-track release led by ‘High’ and shaped…
Maddie Grace finds empathy beneath the social tension of ‘Amelie’
Maddie Grace watches the room from the outside on ‘Amelie’, finding something tender beneath charm, cruelty and social power.
Liya Shapiro’s ‘Another Woman’ turns unrequited love into chamber-lit pop confession
The London singer-songwriter gathers years of longing, self-questioning and release into a debut EP that feels intimate without losing scale.
Yasmina Cherelle turns self-trust into motion on ‘Liberate Me’
The Irish singer, songwriter and actress brings rhythm and renewal to a song about moving back into confidence.
Dea Doyle returns with grief, grace and quiet strength on ‘Marina’
West London singer-songwriter Dea Doyle opens a new chapter with ‘Marina’, a tender return single that turns loss, love and…
StubHub Fine Shows Ticket Resale Has Failed Fans
The StubHub UK fine is more than a refund story. It is another sign that ticket resale still asks fans…
Iris Di Napoli makes escape and self-sabotage feel cinematic on Starring Iris Di Napoli
Based between Paris and London, Iris Di Napoli brings cinematic writing, restless emotion and sharp character detail to her debut…
Quiet Houses turn love, friendship and modern dating into a bright indie-pop debut
Edinburgh-raised, London-based duo Quiet Houses arrive with we're all in love, an endearing debut album that turns romance, friendship and…
Resa Saffa Park turns creative heartbreak into noir-pop on ‘Love Is a Lonely Feeling’
Oslo-based Resa Saffa Park turns artistic self-doubt into something intimate and atmospheric, blending picked guitar, jazzy keys and noir-pop tension.
Ryan Redwood finds open-road hope on ‘Look Up To The Sky’
Bright guitars and an anthemic chorus carry a candid coming-of-age song about self-doubt, pressure and trying to grow up without…
Trashcan Sinatras find creative resolve in ‘Games For The ZX Spectrum’
The Scotpop favourites look to retro game makers for a song about creativity, endurance and trusting your own route.
Klaudia finds clarity in the chaos on Renovations
London pop artist Klaudia shares Renovations, a six-track debut EP blending dreamy indie shimmer, polished pop production and emotionally open…
Rob Prince revisits young love on ‘Sunshine’
Built from a song first recorded at 17 during the height of Britpop, Rob Prince’s ‘Sunshine’ turns teenage hope, distance…
Why the under-16 social media ban could close doors for young musicians
Teenage musicians use TikTok, Instagram and YouTube to share songs, learn, collaborate and find audiences. A ban risks closing that…
Laura Jayne talks Front Row Festival, North East music and finding her own voice
Laura Jayne has become one of those people who makes independent music feel more connected. Ahead of Front Row Festival,…
Natalie McCool Announces New Album Good For The Soul And A Huge New Pop Chapter
Liverpool strings, bold guest spots and self-produced pop details point toward Natalie’s biggest album chapter yet.
Daniel Maple looks back to move forward on Little Me
North East songwriter Daniel Maple shares Little Me, a debut album of short-form songs that reconnect with youth, place and…
Mabes leans into restless hope on ‘Ready To Go’
Atmospheric, moving and carried by a gorgeous vocal performance, Mabes’ new single ‘Ready To Go’ turns modern restlessness into something…