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Singer and instrumentalist George Croucher released his seminal album ‘Notes About You’ in 2022, the project coming after he returned to his Bournemouth home town after completing his Hertfordshire songwriting degree. Now, after laying the foundations for his melodic stories of love and loss, George returns with a new single ‘Never Really Gone’. The artist …
Thomas Heppell has returned with his next major release after his debut EP ‘Be My Home’. The self-titled album sets out to continue to capture the heart of blues, whilst mixing in sensibilities of jazz and rock & roll. Across the 11 tracks, Thomas takes us on an autobiographical journey, bringing in vulnerabilities and life …
Montreal alt-pop one-to-watch Lauria first emerged in 2018, showcasing influenced not only by the vibrance of her home city, but an eclectic mix of genre-defying pioneers including the likes of Destiny’s Child, Rihanna, The Weeknd, Jhene Aiko, and Stromae. Since them, Lauria has performed for SHEIN at Paris Fashion Week and and left a mark …
With his latest single ‘Like That’, Ryan Doyle is continuing to push the boundaries of the disco-house genre, bringing more of his personality into the music. Glittering electric guitar, twinkling synth bands and a bouncy synth bass come together to raise the glitterball, whilst pumping kick drums and crisp clap hits bring the energy. These …
Emerging Cork-based artist Sarah Buckley debuted in 2019 with the radio hit ‘You’ve Got Me’, but has come into her own in 2023. The ‘Magic Powers’ EP released earlier this year, which, alongside relentlessly gigging across Ireland and competing in International songwriting competitions, has shown her as a star on the rise. Now, Sarah returns …
Leicester-based four piece Sorrell have taken what started as a uni band, and formed it into one of the most reputable groups in the area. Blending the abrasive and the dreamy, their performances are energetic and creative. Debut EP ‘Wait For Bliss’ was released into the world in 2022, garnering praise from BBC Introducing. They …
Comprised of vocalist and guitarist Dylan Lee, fellow guitarist Sebastian Zamfirescu, bassist Noel Walker-O’Down and drummer Robin Smith, Leicester-based band Sorrell combine psychedelic pop and post-punk grit for a unique and bewitching sound. Energetic D.I.Y live shows, praise from BBC Introducing and a spot at Leicester’s Handmade Festival has shown their ability to make waves …
21-year-old singer and multi-instrumentalist Phoebe Willo has taken her personal feelings and put them to song, realising an ability to connect to her audience in a deep way, whilst still delivering melodious and infectious music. With floating melodies and gorgeous harmony, Phoebe Willo is once again showing off her ability to creating infectious moments wrapped …
Dance and reggaeton singer-songwriter Spencer Flay first saw attention in 2018, with the BBC becoming fascinated with his routine of writing songs in his crane cab. The tracks made high above the Bristol Docks feature flay on his ukulele, guitar, keys and loop station and have allowed him to entice an audience with the unique …
Orange County-based rapper and singer Devin Sunshine has developed a unique sound that is helping her carve a path in the industry. The artist is technically classed as alternative pop-rap, but her eclectic, genre blending approach to music expands far beyond this as she takes influence from hip-hop and pop-punk Devin Sunshines new album ‘Everything …