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Niamh Regan - Nice

“I’m too nice,” states the Irish singer/songwriter Niamh Regan. Because if she were not, she would finally win. The song sonically captures a dramatic on-the-edge moment when Niamh finally wants in on the perceived success of others. She explains: “Nice is a song inspired by the idea the

Winter - Sallow [Video]

“Sallow” is savored best by letting yourself fall into the world of Samira Winter and follow along the intriguing mix of heavy drums, fuzzy guitars and seductive vocals. Her latest series of singles lead up to an EP …and she’s still listening, out on May 24 on her own

Rose Brokenshire with flower

Rose Brokenshire - Type Two

Don’t get fooled by this song’s Sunday afternoon beach vibe because it is about skiing – the kind where you hike up a mountain for hours to slide down untouched slopes. The Canadian singer/songwriter Rose Brokenshire does this sport, among other pretty incredible things, and her new song

Victoria Bigelow

Victoria Bigelow - The Kids

“Mother by day, songwriter by night,” says the Instagram bio of Nashville singer/songwriter Victoria Bigelow. Her new song “The Kids” is about what can keep a mother awake at night: helping your child to navigate our quickly changing world. She explains: “Kids have it really, really hard right now

Songs of Llore - This Time

“This Time,” she cuts short the agony and ends a relationship that does not work. The song is the latest single off the debut EP Late Bloomer by Songs of Llore, the Nashville-based project of Amanda Collins. The four-track record (plus one instrumental) leads through difficult experiences in Amanda’s

Shalli - Freezing

Shalli is from Toronto, her new song is called “Freezing,” and in the video, she dances through snowy landscapes. But the music brings all the heat from Africa and the Caribbean when she confronts a lover for not giving his everything. Shalli says: “I am at a place in my

Sarah Grace White

Sarah Grace White - Sinkhole

“‘Sinkhole’ is a story of falling in love fast with a dead end train,” says LA-based singer/songwriter Sarah Grace White. But she did not simply want to tell the story over a melody but craft a soundscape that reflects the emotional depth of looking at a heartbreak of the

Little Monarch - Sheesh

“Sheesh” is a song like the sun breaking through the clouds, and the world just looks much better. LA artist Casey Kalmenson, aka Little Monarch, developed the song out of one of the little clips she published as “lofi affirmations” to spread positive vibes. Casey says: “It’s just about

Jenny Newman - Mother’s Porcelain

In the fall of 2022, Jenny Newman delighted us with her lighthearted summer fling “Danish Boy.” Her new song, “Mother’s Porcelain,” shows us the other side of love: when certain traits of a partner make it hard to stay together. Jenny goes for a 90s grunge vibe with the

Jessiqa Jones - it’s milk, DON’T CRY!

“Don’t cry over spilled milk” is a common saying that reminds you to save your tears for the real dramas in life. This has become a mantra for Jessiqa Jones, a singer/songwriter who grew up in Washington state. Her new single, “it’s milk, DON’T CRY!” is

Kaleah Lee - Birdwatcher

“Birdwatcher” is the title track of the beautiful, self-produced debut EP by Kaleha Lee, out now. The Vancouver singer/songwriter does not need much to make the seven songs of the EP a contemplative, enlightening experience: her voice, acoustic guitar, plus subtle melodic and rhythm elements will make you want

Yodashe - Easter

Four years ago, the Easter holiday fell into the early stages of the pandemic, when the abrupt changes to our lives still inspired creative solutions and, in some ways, maybe even improved our day-to-day activities. But it also became increasingly clear that we are into this for the long run.

Anna Prior, dancing

Anna Prior - Fall Back [Video]

As a drummer, singer, producer, and DJ, Anna Prior is destined to give us danceable, get-the-party-started pop songs like “Fall Back.” Despite the upbeat vibes, the track is about a sad turn in Anna’s life – one we hope she has overcome since then. She explains: “The song is about

mui zyu - sparky (ft. lei, e)

mui zyu - sparky (ft. lei, e)

Eva Liu, aka mui zyu is a London via Hong Kong artist who makes music at the edge of one’s comfort zone. Case in point: “Sparky,” the third single off her upcoming album nothing or something to die for. The song explores the pursuit of happiness, albeit in a

Holly Blair - Slow

“Slow,” the new song by LA singer/songwriter Holly Blair, captures the moment when her life takes a turn for the better when she feels she can leave behind all the trying and really do what is good for her. Alternating between restrained verses and a kathartic chorus, the song

Mary Middlefield

Mary Middlefield - Young and Dumb

Mary Middlefield from Lausanne, Switzerland, dips into Radiohead-esque indie rock territory with her new track “Young and Dumb.” The song is the fourth single off her new EP Poetry (for the scorned and lonely) out on April 28. Listen to our Song Pick of the Day, “Young and Dumb,” on

Ayleen Valentine

Ayleen Valentine - sex symbol

“sex symbol” is about going all out on pleasing somebody else. There is a dark, obsessive side to the song, but also the hope to turn infatuation into a sustainable, loving relationship. The LA-via-Miami musician Ayleen Valentine adds a moody, serenading violin to the contemporary, loop-based production, which gives the

Millie Turner - Starfish

With her last single, “Venus,” London artist Millie Turner left earth in pursuit of the goddess of love. In “Starfish,” she returns to the planed with an earthy guitar and heavy drums. Millie is up to something with her new batch of songs, but for now, we only have vague

Reyna Tropical - Conexión Ancestral

Previously a duo, Reyna Tropical is now the solo project of singer, producer, and guitarist Fabi Reyna. Her new song, “Connexión Ancestral,” comes with late-night club vibes while celebrating the connection with the earth and those who lived there before. Fabi explains: “I’ve always wanted to have a home—

Mina - Isn’t All I Wanted For

The Brooklyn-based singer & producer Mina goes for 90s trip hop aesthetics in her new song “Isn’t All I Wanted For.” The track comes with the echo of a Massive Attack-style bass line and beat that contrasts with the ethereal, mesmerizing soundscapes. Listen to our Song Pick of the