Afternoon In The Park – Now Or Never
If you need a new anthem or mantra, Afternoon In The Park have created it and shared it with the world in the form of their new single ‘Now Or Never’. Its repetitive lyrics and pungent soundscape make for a mesmerising new alternative rock release with soaring vocals and heavy riffs and thunderous drum rolls. The Parisian four piece was created in 2022 and are inspired by bands such as Blur, The Hives, Arctic Monkeys, which is adamant on ‘Now Or Never’!
Andy Frasco & The U.N. – Try Not to Die
‘Try Not to Die’ is a song that instantly brings a smile to our face, its swaying alternative surf rock soundscape makes for a fantastic early spring anthem, Andy Frasco well and truly impressed with their latest release! The tongue-in-cheek and heartfelt anthem celebrates life’s messiness, at the same time showcasing Andy’s signature musical blend of kaleidoscopic musical fusion and irresistible energy. ‘Try Not to Die’ is addictive!
Ella Jinks – The In Between
Ella Jinks stuns again on new contemplative alternative folk release ‘The In Between’, highlighting her angelic voice and ability to create soft and dreamy soundscapes. Subtly thumping percussion dresses this bare soundscape, giving it a mesmerising touch, together with her sharp and completely captivating voice. ‘The In Between’ is the title track of her upcoming EP and we can’t wait to hear it in its entirety!
Gina Fritz – Chemicals
A soaring new heavy rock track was sent to us by Gina Fritz, ‘Chemicals’ highlights her powerful voice and a thundering soundscape that as heavy as addictive. We love distorted guitar sounds and thumping drums, which is exactly what ‘Chemicals’ gives us in addition to the lyrics that simply have to be screamed along to. Gina Fritz reclaims their voice in an industry that’s predominantly led by men, and shows us the courage and inspiration to follow our dreams!
LOU LIPSKER – Taxi
A soaring alternative pop sound came to us as in a dream, it was French artist LOU LIPSKER’s ‘Taxi’. The single is a charming and wandering composition of sounds that slowly builds towards a hazy dream pop chorus with her poignant vocals at its midst. She brings a soulful sound that with hints of commercial pop hooks but most of all ‘Taxi’ is a soft and comforting, easy listening release that is the perfect introduction to the French songstress’ sound!
REAVEN – Something To Remember
The French do it well, so proves REAVEN, ‘Something To Remember’ is a soaring pop rock release with almost whispering vocals and a shimmering synth-driven soundscape and hints of influences taken from rock. Its build up is an engaging one, working towards a powerful stadium rock chorus that gets pushed forward by great vocals and echoing drums. ‘Something To Remember’ was written while the band was traveling abroad, questioning our inner desires.
The Blue Stones – Come Apart
Canadian alternative rock outfit The Blue Stones just released rock anthem ‘Come Apart’, for fans of Royal Blood and Queens of the Stone Age. This soaring release is driven by vigorous vocals that sing lyrics we’ve already memorised. Combine raw distortion with groove laden heaviness and a devil-may-care energy and you’ve got the new and infectious The Blue Stones, or simply new single ‘Come Apart’!
The Hope, The Fear – Fall Right At The Start
New soaring indie release ‘Fall Right At The Start’ further cements The Hope, The Fear’s position within the modern musical indie landscape. Their wandering pop rock anthems are built around strong vocals and fanatic guitar lines, thundering drums and warm bass. This latest release combines cinematic sounds a la The War On Drugs with in-depth story telling, inspired and influences by artists such as Sam Fender. It’s fierce, nostalgic, and infectious!
ZZ Ward – Love Alive
This soaring and soulful new release steadily builds towards its crescendo with colourful instrumentation. ‘Love Alive’ is a bluesy anthem of resilience and hope, balancing life’s struggles with the fight to stay connected during tough times and while at it drive. Their powerful blues rock sound translates that struggle and makes their listeners feel comforted and connected, which is only one of the strengths of ZZ Ward.
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