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The Welcome Addition make a triumphant return with new EP 'Many Moons'
Liverpool indie-folk favourites The Welcome Addition have made a welcome return with 'Many Moons', their first commercial release in three years and a beautifully crafted collection that showcases the band’s rich musicianship and storytelling prowess. Spanning four tracks, the EP is packed with lush vocal arrangements, elegant string flourishes and memorable songwriting, reaffirming why the group have become such a beloved presence on the UK’s folk and indie scene. Opening wi

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Jun 31 min read


Sebastian Rydgren ignites the dancefloor with the electrifying new single 'night hours'
Swedish pop talent Sebastian Rydgren returns in spectacular fashion with ‘night hours’, a euphoric new single that transforms heartbreak into a soaring late-night anthem. Packed with pulsating rhythms, shimmering synths and an undeniable sense of emotional urgency, ‘night hours’ captures the rush of holding onto a love that was never quite what it seemed. Balancing vulnerability with pure pop exhilaration, the track finds Sebastian delivering one of his most powerful performa

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Jun 31 min read


Eljé delivers the ultimate summer anthem with new single 'Do You Want Me'
UK rising star Eljé is ready to soundtrack the summer with the release of her infectious new single ‘Do You Want Me’, a radiant Afro house anthem packed with irresistible grooves, emotional honesty and undeniable feel-good energy. The new track finds Eljé embracing an exciting new chapter in her ever-evolving sound. What began as a raw acapella exploring the confusion of mixed signals and unanswered feelings has been transformed by South West London producer Kojodidit into a

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Jun 21 min read


Ezra Collective announce new album 'Here Because Of Hope'
Fresh from a triumphant headline appearance on the New Music Stage at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, London jazz innovators Ezra Collective have announced their fourth studio album 'Here Because of Hope', arriving on the 18th September via Partisan Records. The announcement arrives alongside the release of the album’s uplifting lead single ‘Only Love’, a vibrant collaboration with Pa Salieu. Built around infectious West African-inspired rhythms, soaring brass arrangements and dee

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Jun 21 min read


The Tallest Man On Earth returns with new single 'Colors'
Acclaimed Swedish songwriter The Tallest Man On Earth returns with the beautifully restless new single ‘Colors’, marking Kristian Matsson’s first new music in nearly three years. Recorded entirely in his home studio, the track sees Matsson reconnecting with the intimate and emotionally rich songwriting that has made him such a beloved figure within modern folk music. Built around swirling violin arrangements, intricate acoustic guitar work and his instantly recognisable vocal

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Jun 11 min read


Eric Hirshberg Keeps the Sentiment in Check on the Empty-Nest Ballad “Less Important Things”
A song about the empty nest comes with obvious risks. It can easily drift into nostalgia, overstatement, or a kind of soft-focus sentiment that smooths out the complexity of the experience. Eric Hirshberg’s “Less Important Things” largely avoids those traps by keeping its emotional focus narrow and its language grounded. The new single follows “For Real feat. Aloe Blacc,” “We’re All In This Alone,” and “More Is Not The Answer,” all leading toward Hirshberg’s forthcoming album

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May 303 min read


James Bambu brings Atlanta energy and Brooklyn nightlife together on new single 'Bossa Nova'
Brooklyn-based artist James Bambu is heating up 2026 with the release of ‘Bossa Nova’, a vibrant new single that seamlessly blends Southern bass culture with New York’s thriving club scene. Produced by Hensley.Sg and written and recorded by Bambu himself, the track pairs infectious Jersey Club rhythms with playful, bass-heavy influences drawn from Atlanta and Miami’s rich musical heritage. The result is an irresistible dancefloor anthem packed with personality, swagger and su

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May 291 min read


Night Walks release stunning debut album 'Remember The Dawn'
Baltimore indie-rock quartet Night Walks have officially released their debut album 'Remember The Dawn', a richly layered nine-track record that marks a major milestone for the fast-rising band. Available to stream now, 'Remember The Dawn' showcases the group at their most confident and fully realised, blending soaring heartland-rock influences with shimmering indie textures, expansive production and deeply emotional songwriting. Across the album, Night Walks move effortlessl

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May 291 min read


Sam Foster Smith delivers his latest indie-rock anthem 'Runaways'
Fresh from a sold-out headline performance at The Stag’s Head in Hoxton and a run of dates supporting The Lilacs, Sam Foster Smith returns with the uplifting new single 'Runaways'. Bursting with shimmering guitars, sparkling keys and irresistible melodic hooks, the track further showcases the songwriter’s talent for crafting anthemic indie-rock that feels tailor-made for festival crowds and late-night singalongs. Driven by infectious rhythms and rich storytelling, ‘Runaways’

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May 291 min read


Msb Mario set to ignite Newcastle and Brighton with electrifying UK shows
Barcelona spoken-word sensation Msb Mario is bringing his fearless and emotionally explosive live performances to the UK this summer with two highly anticipated shows in Newcastle and Brighton. Known as ‘El Niño de la Pili’, the genre-defying artist will perform at The Cluny on 4th June before heading to Folklore Rooms on 27th June. Blending poetry, flamenco, reggaeton, rock and electronic sounds into something completely his own, Msb Mario delivers performances that feel raw

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May 281 min read


Symeon embraces vulnerability and connection on glowing new single ‘Heroes’
London singer-songwriter Symeon returns with the heartfelt and beautifully atmospheric new single ‘Heroes’, a soaring indie-pop release that explores the humanity behind fame, admiration and emotional connection. Blending breezy acoustic guitars, swirling psychedelic textures and warm, nostalgic production, ‘Heroes’ sees Symeon stepping into a richer and more expansive sound while holding onto the raw honesty that has quickly made his music resonate with listeners. Written af

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May 281 min read


Hey Gorgeous ignites the dancefloor on the explosive new single 'Rocker on a Club Run'
Montreal artist Peet Massé aka Hey Gorgeous bursts back onto the scene with the wildly infectious new single ‘Rocker on a Club Run’, a bold genre-smashing anthem that crashes indie-rock attitude into neon-lit club energy with exhilarating results. The track is packed with pounding dance rhythms, shimmering synths and swaggering guitar hooks, creating a euphoric collision between underground rock culture and late-night electronic chaos. Energetic, unpredictable, and impossible

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May 271 min read


Drew Davies unleashes his cinematic new single 'La Revanche'
Drew Davies makes a thunderous return with ‘La Revanche’, his first single in over two years and easily one of his most ambitious releases to date. Dramatic, intense and dripping with gothic atmosphere, the track launches the South Yorkshire artist into a bold new era fuelled by revenge, obsession and towering alternative rock energy. Blending crashing guitars, pulsing synths and sweeping orchestral textures, ‘La Revanche’ channels the shadowy spirit of iconic 90s cult cinema

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May 271 min read


Gurriers announce new album 'Nobody's Coming To Save You'
Dublin post-punk force Gurriers have announced their highly anticipated second album 'Nobody’s Coming To Save You', arriving on the 25th September via Play It Again Sam, alongside the release of its explosive title-track. Premiered by BBC Radio 6 Music, the new single captures Gurriers at their most urgent and confrontational yet, combining pounding percussion, abrasive guitars and a rallying-cry vocal performance that transforms frustration into defiance. What begins as a bl

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May 251 min read


Cigarettes After Sex return with new single 'Twizzler'
Ambient pop favourites Cigarettes After Sex have unveiled their latest single ‘Twizzler’, arriving via Partisan Records as the band continue an extraordinary period of global success. The new release follows last year’s standalone track ‘Anna Karenina’ and arrives during a huge year for the group, with frontman Greg Gonzalez recently appearing alongside Latin superstar Karol G at Coachella to perform their collaborative track ‘Después de ti’. Over the past year, Cigarettes Af

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May 221 min read


Bloc Party announce new album 'Anatomy Of A Brief Romance'
British indie icons Bloc Party return with details of their seventh studio album 'Anatomy Of A Brief Romance', arriving on the 11th September via newly launched label cOnTAGIOUS LTD. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the record’s first single, 'Coming On Strong'. Produced by legendary studio figure Trevor Horn, the album is described as the most emotionally exposed work frontman Kele Okereke has ever written. Structured as a chronological portrait of a relation

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May 191 min read


The Last Dinner Party return with new single 'Big Dog'
The Last Dinner Party have officially unveiled long-awaited single 'Big Dog', a track that has already become a cult favourite through the band’s live performances long before receiving a studio release. Co-produced by the group alongside Animesh Raval, the song pushes further into the darker corners of the band’s theatrical art-pop world. Tense, dramatic and uncompromising, 'Big Dog' channels a raw intensity reminiscent of PJ Harvey, pairing forceful instrumentation with the

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May 181 min read


2ŁØT continue building toward 'RE/SOLVE' with atmospheric new release 'I Hurt Myself Again'
Electronic-rock collective 2ŁØT have shared a new single titled 'I Hurt Myself Again', offering another preview of their upcoming album RE/SOLVE. The track takes a notably restrained approach, unfolding gradually through repetitive instrumentation, layered textures, and understated emotional tension. Rather than building toward a dramatic climax, the song focuses on uncertainty and reflection, exploring how perspective can shift over time. The foundations of the track began d

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May 151 min read


Rose Wallace Goldaline returns with reflective new single 'Don’t Take All This For Granted'
Following support from RTÉ and an appearance at All Together Now 2025, Dublin songwriter Rose Wallace Goldaline returns with new single 'Don’t Take All This For Granted'. The project is one of several creative outlets from Conor Fagan, who also records under the name Isidore. Named after a recurring character referenced in songs by Neutral Milk Hotel, Rose Wallace Goldaline first emerged through songs centred on grief, memory and emotional fallout. This latest release moves i

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May 151 min read


'Fingers Entwined' highlights Young Allies' expanding collaborative sound
Young Allies have unveiled 'Fingers Entwined', the latest release from the New York-based indie project led by songwriter Fritz Michel. The track arrives with a new music video and further details surrounding the band’s forthcoming debut EP. While earlier material centred more closely on Michel’s solo writing, the new single reflects the wider ensemble dynamic that has emerged around the project in recent months. Rather than relying on large crescendos or overt theatricality,

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May 131 min read
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