Isla Mae turns an on-off romance into genre-blurring pop on ‘Round and Round’
Attraction, resentment and broken promises collide as Isla Mae follows a fictional couple who cannot quite leave each other alone.
Pop
TuneFountain covers new pop music from independent artists, emerging talent and established names exploring fresh creative territory. Our pop coverage spans polished chart-ready releases, intimate bedroom pop, alternative pop, synth-pop, indie-pop and genre-blurring songs that refuse to stay in one lane.
Rather than treating pop as a single sound, we focus on the songwriting, production choices and personality that make each release stand out. You will find reviews, news, profiles and interviews featuring artists working across bold electronic production, stripped-back confessionals, guitar-led hooks and ambitious crossover pop.
This archive brings together TuneFountain’s latest pop coverage, from debut singles and rising artists to major creative reinventions. New stories are added regularly as we continue discovering and supporting the musicians shaping tomorrow’s pop scene.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
Put the record on: why physical music still feels magical
Physical releases turn listening into something more deliberate: a sleeve on a shelf, a memory in your hands, and a…
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.
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
White Ash Announce Second Single ‘Blue Skies’
The Liverpool five-piece follow their early momentum with a new single that leans into pace, colour, and band chemistry.
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...
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…
PINLIGHT bottles the rush of romance on ‘FIZZY!’
Edinburgh artist PINLIGHT leans into the playful side of romance on ‘FIZZY!’, a bright, groove-led single from her new album…
CATTY spirals through heartbreak on ‘Pavlov’s Dog’
Welsh pop songwriter CATTY shares ‘Pavlov’s Dog’ and announces her debut UK headline tour, bringing her gothic, emotionally charged pop…
Gabriella Cilmi begins a new chapter with ‘Pure Love’
The ‘Sweet About Me’ hitmaker steps into a fresh era with ‘Pure Love’, a grounded, soulful return shaped by self-possession,…
Zoe Unsworth returns with new single, ‘Daisy’, set for May release
Manchester-based singer-songwriter Zoe Unsworth leans into intimate country-pop on 'Daisy', a soft and atmospheric single arriving ahead of her forthcoming…