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Forming in 2020, and taking plenty of time to forge their sound before emerging with debut single ‘Calling Time’, Arkayla immediately gained traction in their Manchester home-town. Since then, they’ve gone from strength to strength, chart success, record of the week, radio play and press acclaim all accolades given to the four-piece. Reinvigorated once again …
After early features on Blow Blood Records and earning album of the week honours, Melbourne rockers Coolabah Kings have steadily grown throughout the 2020s, their tracks reflecting the tumultuous times the world finds itself in. Their discography reflects themes of modern disconnection and toxic masculinity and has also captured COVID lockdown freeze frames. The latest …
Jay Moussa-Mann’s recent success has seen her singles decorate music publications and receive airwaves on BBC Introducing. Since her debut in 2018, Jay has consistently grown and evolved, selected for mentorship, gracing stages all around her home town and supporting fellow rising stars, putting herself in the perfect position for this wave of achievement. Jay’s …
Bristol four-piece Chandra roots their themes in the human condition, struggles of self-belief, building confidence and riding the daily see-saw of mental health. By taking on the less glamorous parts of what it means to be human, they can authentically craft emotional affirmations of joy and contentment. Cementing their lineup as Chandra Nair, Keith Jones, …
Mali Hâf is an artist known for combining Welsh folk influences with contemporary, fiery, electronic beats. Live, the artist takes notes from icons with theatrical flair, adorned in Celtic war paint and commanding the stage with a ritualistic sensibility. In her records, Mali adds fierceness, she brings together ethereality and self-expression. Mali Hâf recently unveiled …
Performing for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, releasing multiple acclaimed EPs and working with industry figures such as Thomas Harvey and Gianpaolo Pasquile, London-based indie-pop artist Max Sarre creates a constant stream of hits. Released through Just Play Records, Max Sarre’s new single ‘Brother’ is the kind of genuine appreciation that would strike at the heart …
Raised in India’s cultural capital Kolkata, Aruna’s musical roots rise from a passion for championing diversity, creating a space that gives people representation. Aruna pushes the boundaries of what it means to be a woman of colour in pop, an attitude that has led to widespread acclaim and success in performances alongside X-Factor U.K. finalist …
Forming in South East London, Contemporary Club are a four-piece whose love for Shoegaze, Britpop and Indie ties their sound together. With a vintage twang but youthful exuberance, the lads are on a quest to find catchy melodies and energising riffs. Contemporary Club’s second single and latest release lies in the magic of ‘Plastic Dream’. …
Unveiling a new single ahead of U.S. Independence Day, Lesser Jay’s intricate, alternative pop sound arises once again, using his talents for composing and arranging contemporary classical music to present deep underlying emotion. Lesser Jay’s latest track comes in the form of ‘King Of Empathy’ a satirical, parody take on the American governing class, opening …
Taking influence from his South Carolinian roots, hailing from the city of Columbia in that state, Casey Carmichael’s folk sound comes at the end of a years-long journey of musical and self-discovery. As a Berklee College of Music graduate, Casey’s training has taken him across genres, including R&B, jazz and classic rock. Continuing to grow …