Summer is upon us! From chilled moments lazing around in the sun to late-night partying, here are the essential sounds for keeping it lit. Spicy – Herve Pagez, Diplo, Charli XCX Proof that adding Spanish guitar is always a good shout, The Spice Girls classic ‘Wannabe’ has had a millennial makeover and is sounding 100% spicy. Now you can celebrate the girl power group’s reunion … Continue reading Summer songs of the moment
This, ladies and gentlemen, is the one and only Jimothy Lacoste: a chino-wearing, self-confessed London Underground fan, whose signature dance moves and quirky wit have got the Internet buzzing. Lacoste, real name Timothy Gonzales, hails from North London and has become something of a legend in the DIY bedroom-music scene. So far, his back catalogue comprises of five singles, each accompanied with humorous videos featuring … Continue reading The Joys of Jimothy Lacoste
What could be better than a new Tom Misch track? A Tom Misch track with added Loyle Carner, that’s what. South London beat-maker, Misch, gifted us with ‘Water Baby’ yesterday – the latest release following romantic single ‘Movie’, both from forthcoming album ‘Geography’. Showcasing Misch’s classic hip-hop meets jazz production and Loyle Carner’s natural wordsmith skills, it’s an upbeat number about keeping positive despite mortgage … Continue reading New single alert: Tom Misch ft. Loyle Carner
Mabel and Not3s are bringing the 90s R&B duet back in full-force. After collaborating on Not3s’s summery hit, ‘My Lover’, the two UK talents have joined forces on Mabel’s new single, ‘Fine Line’ – the latest in a string of excellent releases from the part-Sweden, part-London raised singer-songwriter. The daughter of singer Neneh Cherry and Massive Attack producer Cameron McVey, Mabel has steadily been cementing her … Continue reading New single alert: Mabel and Not3s
Jorja Smith ft. Stormzy – Let Me Down This year’s winner of the Brit’s critics’ choice award, Jorja Smith, has teamed up with the UK’s favourite MC, Stormzy, on this downbeat, sultry number. Hailing from Walsall, Smith’s soulful vocals and songwriting ability have earned her a prodigious rise to success, including a feature on Drake’s ‘One Life’ mixtape. Her latest single explores the the painful … Continue reading Songs of the moment: 17th of January
Gorillaz feat. D.R.A.M. – Andromeda Damon Albarn’s post-Blur project, renowned for hits like ‘Feel Good Inc’, have been missed for quite some time. Now they’re back with new music and it’s as original as ever, jumping from collaborations with rising Jamaican star Popcaan on ‘Saturnz Bar’ to this synth-lead, futuristic beauty, ‘Andromeda’, featuring American artist D.R.A.M. Mr Jukes, BJ The Chicago Kid – Angels/Your Love Bombay … Continue reading Songs of the moment: 4th of April
Martin Solveig feat. Ina Wroldsen – Places Electronic music maestro Martin Solveig has teamed up with Norwegian singer Ina Wroldsen on his latest hit. Wroldsen obviously has a knack for recording soulful vocals for big dance numbers – this is almost as addictive as her collaboration with Calvin Harris and Disciples on ‘How Deep Is Your Love’. Lorde – Green Light Lorde fans rejoice, the queen of moody … Continue reading Songs of the moment: 15th March
Alma – Dye My Hair Yellow-haired Alma is the latest Scandi-pop sensation to know about. Hailing from Finland, this former talent contest finalist makes feisty and fun pop music, performed live with a trio of very cute drummers. Check out her single ‘Karma’ and the irresistible ‘Dye My Hair Blonde’. Ironically, the singer claims the song’s a lie – Alma’s florescent locks were entirely her idea. Circa Waves – … Continue reading Songs of the moment: February 9th
Zara Larsson & MNEK – Never Forget You If you haven’t heard this yet, you soon will. Co-written with UK song-writer/producer Astronomyy, it features the powerful vocals of both Swedish pop-star Zara Larsson and the hit-making prodigy that is MNEK. It’s a big modern-day romantic ballad that will no doubt be a radio favourite for some time. Lapsley – Hurt Me I’ve been following Lapsley … Continue reading Songs of the moment: 7th October
Spanning all musical genres, these are the best new releases from the past few weeks that I can’t get enough of. Give them a listen and you’ll probably soon feel the same too. Love Ssega – Minds I was so excited to hear this track. Ever since Love Ssega featured on Clean Bandit’s excellent ‘New Eyes’ album, I have been trying to get my hands on … Continue reading Songs of the moment: 27th September
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