AuthorHalina Rifai

Montreal-based singer-songwriter Devon Welsh gives a memorable vocal performance on his latest release, ‘I’ll Be Your Ladder’.

The Swede moves from his native tongue and delivers a faultless Italian vocal performance with a plush instrumental backing.

The Swedish duo reveal ‘Joanna’ from their debut EP, In Search Of Us.

Matilda Mård’s vocal is exquisite and it elevates the latest release as Many Voices Speak to a place of complete solace.

Montreal quartet, Louize have delivered one of the more enigmatic songs of 2018.

Newcastle’s music community reminds me a lot of Glasgow sometimes, the abundance of talent and the regular connection between musicians and bands helps keep faith especially when it comes to DIY.

Shoegaze has had an encouraging resurgence of late and there have been certain notables that have helped bring it back to the forefront of modern music.

Cautious Clay’s Blood Type EP was something of a revelation for us. His instantly recognisable rich vocal combined with rudimental production put him on the map.

The 4th single to be taken from the band’s debut EP, Long Distance Celebration sees the Brighton 4-piece create a punk chorale saturated in atmospheric iridescence.

Melbourne surf-punk outfit Hobson Bay Coast Guard give the first taster from their forthcoming long player. ‘Dolphin Racer’, is a glorious, gleeful and high-power introduction to the quartet. Glued together with sugar-pop melodies and lush harmonies, this recaptures a preteen joy where there are no cares in the world, just you and the music.