Oh Canada, you seem to have this gene pool of artists that surprise and delight. Toronto’s The Savilles continue a roster of impresarios from across the Atlantic. ‘Amber Lamps’, is a song which injects fresh life into a saturated genre while maintaining blazing spirit. This is surprising, hugely satisfying and helps showcase a vocalist with…
Mandy Sloan: ‘Let’s Go For Broke’
Pop-folk singer/songwriter Mandy Sloan creates a cinematic, naive and coy landscape with her latest release, ‘Let’s Go For Broke’. The Austin, Texas artist uses her vocals in a way that they become as animated as the rich, syncopation created instrumentally. It’s the attitude and idiosyncrasies that make this refreshing, notable and exhilarating.
STEELE: ‘Follow’
Directed by Kristoffer “KIGGS” Carlsson, Swedish chanteuse STEELE has revealed the intoxicating video for her latest single, ‘Follow’. Perfectly marrying understated electronica to euphoric vocals and melodies, this captures so much heartfelt emotion in the chorus that you feel the passion build up within you. Exhilaration and melancholy never sounded so good.
Rag’n’Bone Man: ‘Human’
Rag’n’Bone Man, AKA Rory Graham has been touring the circuit relentlessly and praised for his hard work, it seems his big break is just about to happen. With quite the buzz, ‘Human’ has an emotional depth that gets right beneath the skin. Even without an orchestra, Graham’s vocal has enough power and passion to resonate with…
Law Holt: ‘Summer’s Coming’
Having followed Law Holt for some time now, it’s become apparent there is no way to categorise or pigeonhole her as an artist. Something I am sure she would be happy about and something that is remarkably refreshing when describing her music. ‘Summer’s Coming’ is the latest release from the Edinburgh-based artist. Championed by her…
FEWS: ’10 Things’
Whilst I don’t like to deliver too many comparisons between bands, however, when Bloc Party departed from their angular, addictive guitar-driven anthem, it was a very sad day. London’s FEWS have helped cure a craving and thankfully, they do so in their own tantalising way. Produced by Dan Carey, ’10 Things’ is the band’s latest triumphant stamp…
Young Summer: ‘Paused Parade’
Washington, DC’s Young Summer lives up to her name with a song awash with warmth and depth of illuminating grace. Injected with syncopated percussion and punctuated by a nectarous vocal, ‘Paused Parade’ is a jazz lullaby of stunning proportions. Lay back with your headphones on and absorb every nuance that this has to offer.
Bad Tropes: ‘Liberties’
Dreamy Berlin duo Bad Tropes have released the second stunning single from their forthcoming self-titled long player. Both transparent and heartfelt, ‘Liberties’ creates an intimacy that is very special. With its heartrending melodies, this is a genre-defying sonnet that evokes a visionary psyche. Bad Tropes have discovered their springboard to a wider audience. Liberties by Bad Tropes
Lucia Fontaine: ‘Lose My Mind’
The chattering has started behind the scenes regarding Glasgow’s Lucia Fontaine. Having just played the BBC Introducing stage at this year’s T In The Park and gained notable London-based press, it’s an exciting time for the young musician. Fontaine releases her debut EP Best Boy on 10″ vinyl via Dead Beet Records this Autumn and it’s…
Franco Franco: ‘By The Lake’
Latvian indie pop band Franco Franco have emerged with a stunning video for their latest single, ‘By The Lake’. Electro quips work alongside their folk sensibilities, both are perfectly scaled to make something cohesive and entirely inviting.
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