X-Ray Love – ‘Another Time’
London-based, female-led rock band X-Ray Love return with ‘Another Time’, a raw, post-punk track exploring themes of resilience, upheaval, and hope. Written and recorded in London, the song blends gritty New York edge with UK influences, featuring Ella Day’s evocative vocals and co-production by Andy Macpherson, delivering a sound that balances raw energy with polished elegance.
Ripsime – ‘Paradise’
British-Armenian artist Ripsime closes 2024 with ‘Paradise’, a bold, experimental pop track blending nostalgic 80s vibes with modern alt-pop influences and introspective lyricism. Marking an evolution in her sound, the song’s lush guitars, synths, and punk-inspired energy explore themes of eternal connection and loss, guided by Ripsime’s empowering vocals.
BOYSCRY2 – ‘GO’
South London-born artist BOYSCRY2 redefines his sound with ‘GO’, a genre-blending track fusing folk, trap, and country undertones to explore the emotional turbulence of modern relationships. Centring his artistry on male mental health and vulnerability, BOYSCRY2 uses introspective lyricism and dynamic experimentation to challenge societal stigmas and reflect his journey of identity and self-expression.
Laura Jadi – ‘don’t get too close’
Laura Jadi’s latest single ‘don’t get too close’ blends alternative pop with haunting melodies and raw, personal lyrics, exploring themes of trauma, abusive relationships, and healing. Inspired by artists like Raye and Sevdaliza, the track’s atmospheric verses and explosive choruses reflect Laura’s journey of survival and dissociation, making it her most vulnerable and cathartic release to date.
Joey LaBeija – ‘less than three’
Renowned producer, vocalist, and DJ Joey LaBeija returns with ‘less than three’, a boundary-pushing blend of experimental R&B and hypnotic downtempo beats. Known for his work with Mowalola and Frank Ocean, LaBeija crafted the track organically by looping guitar pedals, resulting in a mesmerising sonic journey that solidifies his place as a visionary in contemporary music.
