Reviews
‘Distracted’- Brandon Frizzell, confronting the modern mind
In a world increasingly tethered to screens, Brandon Frizzell emerges as a voice of clarity and introspection with his latest single ‘Distracted’. Arriving in the wake of a vibrant array of releases, the track is a sobering meditation on the effects of constant connectivity and the erosion of genuine human interaction, a theme amplified by Frizzell’s […]
‘Canadian Whiskey’- Wattmore, unleashing mischief and melody
If there’s one thing Wattmore have perfected over the past few releases, it’s defying expectation, and their latest single ‘Canadian Whiskey’ doesn’t just bend the rules, it punches them in the ribs. Following a flurry of loveable gems, this track is a masterclass in irreverence wrapped in impeccable songwriting, blending the warmth of classic country with […]
‘Great Pretender’- Fore Fader, a luminous journey between shadow and revelation
Los Angeles duo Fore Fader (Stephanie Carlin and Carey Clayton) arrive with their eagerly-awaited debut album ‘Great Pretender’, a work that feels both expansive and intimate that unveils a meditation set against the stark deserts and verdant forests of California. From the opening notes of ‘Let The Light In’, the album unfolds like a ritualistic walk […]
‘My Only Fear Remains Unseen’- Letters From A Dead Man, a haunting journey through memory and melancholy
With their latest album ‘My Only Fear Remains Unseen’, Hugo Piquer Branco and Ricardo Filipe Bóia return under the evocative moniker Letters From a Dead Man, crafting an album that feels like a life fully, and often painfully, felt. Following years of conceptual exploration, the duo now offer a collection that is both cinematic and confessional, […]
‘Softly Spoken’- Jodie Langford, turning chaos into catharsis
In her eagerly-awaited debut album ‘Softly Spoken’, Hull’s Jodie Langford does what few artists dare: she weaponises vulnerability into sound. Teaming up once again with her sonic partner Endoflevelbaddie, she crafts an LP that refuses to whisper, despite its title. The result is a brash, pulsating body of work that swings between post-punk rebellion and club-floor […]
‘Sweetmouth’- KENTON, A brave journey through identity, family, and self-love
With his eagerly-awaited debut album ‘Sweetmouth’, LA-based singer-songwriter and multi-hyphenate KENTON stakes a compelling claim in the alt-pop landscape, delivering a release that is as emotionally potent as it is musically adventurous. Across fifteen tracks, he navigates the tangled terrain of queerness, immigrant identity, and familial expectations, offering a collection that is both intensely personal and […]
‘Dream Cycle: Conspiracies’- Shadeh Rose, transforming nightmares into an alt-jazz reverie
UK songwriter Shadeh Rose emerges as a singular voice in contemporary music, crafting a sound that resists conventional labels while evoking a deeply human emotional landscape. Her new single ‘Dream Cycle: Conspiracies, released as part of her forthcoming album exploring growth and healing, is a masterclass in marrying atmosphere with narrative. From the first moments, […]
‘Levitate’- The Trusted, elevating indie-pop to sky-high euphoria
Southend-on-Sea quartet The Trusted have outdone themselves with their latest single ‘Levitate’, a song that soars with an intoxicating blend of romance, urgency, and unrestrained joy. From the first notes, the track propels us into a whirlwind of shimmering synths, crisp percussion, and lush guitar and keyboard layers that culminate in a chorus made for festival […]
‘Vienna’- Andreas Gavlén, returning with a timeless reverie
With his latest outing ‘Vienna’, Sweden’s Andreas Gavlén delivers a track that is both delicate and profoundly evocative, all while carrying the weight of nostalgia and breathing new life into memories long shelved. Built around gently swelling strings and understated guitar lines, the song captures the bittersweet tension between what might have been and the world […]
