FRIDAY DINGERS - 08.08.25

Ben Hazlewood - ‘Spiral’

Alt-pop artist Ben Hazlewood returns with ‘Spiral’, an emotionally charged anthem of survival, self-acceptance, and hope, marking one of his most personal releases to date. Written in New York and released alongside a fundraising campaign for The Trevor Project, the single pairs raw vocals and cinematic production with a heartfelt message: healing is ongoing, and no one has to face it alone.

Energy Whores - ‘Hey Hey Hate’

Electro-punk provocateurs Energy Whores return with ‘Hey Hey Hate’, a politically charged dance anthem that fuses distorted synths, biting lyrics, and an urgent call to resist division. Helmed by Carrie Schoenfeld, the single is a bold taste of their forthcoming album ‘Arsenal of Democracy’, blending raw political commentary with club-ready beats to challenge and galvanize in equal measure.

Scrimshaw Porn - ‘Olivia’

Nick Helgesen, the creative mind behind Scrimshaw Porn, unveils his latest single ‘Olivia’, a tender yet cutting indie-pop track that navigates identity, heartbreak, and the aching sweetness of unspoken jealousy. Blending nostalgic pop-punk hues with shimmering modern textures, the song marks a vulnerable new chapter in Helgesen’s introspective and genre-blurring catalogue.

Noah & The Void - ‘Love Comes Free’

Berklee dropout turned rising alt-pop voice Noah Chartier unveils ‘Love Comes Free’, a luminous single blending folk warmth and pop euphoria. Born from a backyard jam and grounded in themes of healing and emotional honesty, the track captures Chartier’s signature mix of vulnerability, melody, and hope, proving that love, in its truest form, costs nothing and gives everything.

under:tones - ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’

International electronic trio under:tones kick off their debut album ‘Encounters’ with the euphoric and emotionally-charged single ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’, also marking the first release on new imprint Through The Void Records. Written between California, the UK, and Italy, the track merges analog warmth with digital finesse, pairing lush synthscapes and pulsing beats with Reeves’ airy vocals to deliver a golden-hour anthem steeped in longing, movement, and hope.