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YOVA - Addictions

The new song “Addictions” by the London-based singer/songwriter duo YOVA has it all: energy, depth, an uplifting vibe, and a sing-along chorus. And on top of that, Jova Radevska’s vocals are irresistible once you get the hang of them. Nothing in this song feels coincidental, but it is

Aloysius Bell - Wreckage

There are many falling-in-love and breakup songs, but “Wreckage” is about a vital behavior to make a relationship last: fight out differences and then get together again. The Montreal-based singer/songwriter Annick Brémault, aka Aloysius Bell wraps her story in a chill, loungy track, so you can imagine that this

Mayuko - Human

The Canadian-Chinese singer Michelle Cheung, Polish drummer Kasia Kadłubowska, and German bass player Rebecca Mauch make music together as Mayuko. The trio released their debut album Songs To Whistle When Strolling Along The Abyss with 11 intriguing, restrained electronic tracks last Friday. The band says about the latest single, “Human:

Goda - The Unknown

“If tomorrow never comes, just trust the unknown.” The singer/songwriter GODA asks for a leap of faith but a reasonable one. After all, you may be surprised in a good way. Goda Kukucione has been doing music since she was five years old in Lithuania. Now based in London,

Mïrändä - Put Down Your Phone [Video]

Mïrändä - Put Down Your Phone [Video]

Leave it to NYC singer/producer Mïrändä to advocate for reduced screentime in a way that sounds neither righteous nor moralizing. “Put Down Your Phone,” she sings cheerfully over bubbling synths, chiming bells, and whatever other sounds she needs for her unimitable production style. Also, be prepared for a visual

Elea Calvet - In Sinuous Ways

“In Sinuous Ways” is a beautiful title for a reflection on life. The new song by Elea Calvet meanders along a path of sadness and struggle but also hope and joy. For that, she added a few sonic surprises that keep you drawn in for the track’s five minutes.

Millie Turner - Venus

It is so good to have Millie Turner back! The London-based has been releasing gorgeous, shimmering pop songs since she was a teenager, but for the last three years she took a break. “Venus,” out today, is her new offering about the beauty of the feminine divine. Millie gives us

Tusks - Adore

An intricate rhythm leads through “Adore” like a fractured heartbeat – the excitement of the moment is palpable. Can I or should I better not, asks singer/producer Emily Underhill, aka Tusks in her new song about finding new love. She explains: ‘Adore’ is about falling in love with someone at

Hothead Wave - Here

When a relationship gets out of balance, it is better to demand change than become sad and whiny. Better even, write a roaring rock song and say what you want. That is what Nashville via Lima musician Lizzy Cruz and her band Hothead Wave do with their debut single “Here,

Q&A with Shaina Hayes

With her new record, Kindergarten Heart, out on February 23, the Quebec singer/songwriter Shaina Hayes leads you out of winter with a collection of warm, lighthearted, and reflective songs. In our Q&A, Shaina gives us some insight about her work and the album in particular. But first,

Winter - The Lonely Girl [Video]

This song pulls you in from the first second. In “The Lonely Girl,” LA singer/songwriter Winter tells her story, first observant, then all-in when the song flips around and reveals the magnitude of her emotions. Samira Winter tells us how the track came together: “This was the first song

Agent blå - Discount

Agent blå - Discount

The Swedish post-punk six-piece Agent blå is back, and they are loud and intense. “Discount” is the first single off their third album STAB! , out on Kanine Records on April 17. The thick layers of guitars, keys, and Emelia Alatalo’s haunting vocals feel just right. Enjoy!

Shaina Hayes - Sun and Time [Video]

Shaina Hayes - Sun and Time [Video]

Many places are in the grip of winter’s cold and snow, so this song is a welcome reminder that a new summer will be around in a few months. In “Sun and Time,” Quebec singer/songwriter Shaina Hayes offers something to look forward to with a nostalgic look back

Lily Hain - Oh God

“Oh God,” the New York winter is upon us. For North Carolina transplant Lily Hain, this experience surely triggered second thoughts. The straight-shooting singer/songwriter embarks on a rant in her new song, and that is what we all sometimes need. But in the end, it is all a matter

Yodashe - MRKTPLC

The London-based futuristic synth maven Yodashe crafts her songs with intent: her message is layered through lyrics, sounds, and structure. Even the title of her latest single, “MRKTPLC,” drives her point home: what does art in music mean when it is analyzed by algorithms to fit the consumer’s taste?

Caravan Palace - Mirrors [Video]

By now, we have recovered from the New Year’s celebrations, so it is an excellent time to increase the energy level and start the party again. Cue in Parisian trio Caravan Palace and their irresistible dance track “Mirrors.” Despite its upbeat vibe, the song reflects rather dark emotions: singer

Abby Sage - Obstruction [Video]

Abby Sage - Obstruction [Video]

The conflict and discomfort are palpable in “Obstruction,” the new track by LA-based singer/songwriter Abby Sage, even as the song ebbs and swells gently. Carried by Abby’s dreamy vocals, the music seems to contrast with the lyrics, but then not, as she explains: “In ‘Obstruction,’ I wanted to

Lucy McWilliams

Lucy McWilliams - Follow Me

The Dublin-born, London-based singer/songwriter Lucy McWilliams kicks off the new year with a sweet, heartwarming love song, “Follow Me.” There is something quirky and exuberant in this track that reflects the unbelievable beauty of the feeling it describes. Lucy says: “Follow me at its core is just a straightforward

LaRegina - In Charge

While reggae music usually evokes images of a chill summer party at the beach, the genre also has a tradition of providing social commentary. That is what German musician LaRegina has in mind with her new song “In Charge”: while upbeat and sunny, the track addresses a ubiquitous question of

JES - Catch Me

This is when you decide to commit to going further together or part ways. In “Catch Me,” the Los Angeles singer/songwriter JES zeroes in on the emotions of the moment in a sweeping synth-pop track that has a broader meaning for her: “I feel like catch me comes from