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…
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.
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…
Alicia Witt announces David Lynch-inspired album Between Heaven and Earth
Singer-songwriter and actor Alicia Witt returns with Between Heaven and Earth, a new album inspired by David Lynch and introduced…
fiig turns queer longing into dream-lit indie folk on ‘Mother’
A tender new chapter from fiig, where layered violin, dreamy vocals and queer longing turn heartbreak into something quietly luminous.
Austel turns inward on Mirror To Mine
Devon-born artist and producer Austel shares Mirror To Mine, a reflective second album built from nylon-string guitar, field recordings and…
annie on the run releases futuristic pride anthem ‘Space Ibiza’.
Built around the fantasy of Ibiza on another planet, ‘Space Ibiza’ turns queer freedom, loneliness and self-discovery into bright, danceable…
Bronnie welcomes a new chapter on ‘Sedona Sunrise’
With ‘Sedona Sunrise’, Bronnie leans into growth, patience and presence, turning a season of change into something warm, reflective and…
Natalie McCool Coming Of Age: 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.
Jess Stewart gets swept up in the rush on ‘Heartbeat’
Cambridgeshire pop artist Jess Stewart leans into catchy hooks, playful lyrics and a bright rush of emotion on ‘Heartbeat’, a…
Poesie steps into indie-rock revolt on ‘Curious Eve’
London-based artist Poesie follows her earlier releases with ‘Curious Eve’, a crunchy, theatrical and confidently rebellious new single that pushes…
Freya Ridings Mother of Pearl Review: A Voice That Still Floors Me
The Freya Ridings album I have been waiting for since Blood Orange, full of huge vocals, fresh colour and a…
Skye Newman Builds Her Story On SE9 Part 2
The South London singer-songwriter expands the autobiographical world of SE9 with a new project and a focused review of its…
George Bone releases cinematic new single ‘Floating Away’
The Essex-based artist follows early BBC Introducing support with an indie pop single shaped by distance and breakup clarity.
Klaudia doubles down on feeling with alt-pop single ‘X2’
London-based artist Klaudia blends polished pop hooks, rock-rooted energy and emotional honesty on ‘X2’, a new single about finally giving…
Night Swimming open the floodgates on Melting, Sometimes Bleeding
Night Swimming have released their second EP Melting, Sometimes Bleeding, and it feels like the...
Sienna Spiro announces debut album Visitor
London-born singer-songwriter Sienna Spiro shares details of her debut album Visitor, a high-concept and emotionally candid full-length release following the…
The Band Lucille introduce themselves with ‘I Just Want To (Love You)’
Known for powerful live performances and a rich blend of soul and Americana, The Band Lucille make their recorded introduction…
Nicole Allan reflects on who she’s left behind with ‘Used To Be’
Following chart success with her recent releases, Nicole Allan shares ‘Used To Be’, a stripped-back and emotionally direct country track…
Angel Wong chases the afterglow of obsession on ‘Hide n Seek’
London-based artist Angel Wong makes a striking first impression with ‘Hide n Seek’, blending confessional writing, euphoric production and a…
Etaoin breaks your heart beautifully on ‘What Did You Want From Me?’
Irish-British songwriter Etaoin delivers a bruised, intimate and beautifully written new single in ‘What Did You Want From Me?’, capturing…