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21/01/2022

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18/05/2021

In celebration of the United Kingdom emerging from lockdown, Nando's will be hosting a series of five parties across the UK that will see their restaurants turned into music venues

In celebration of the United Kingdom emerging from lockdown, Nando’s will be hosting a series of five parties across the UK that will see their restaurants turned into music venues. ‘Nando’s Yard Unlocked’ will take place on the 21st of June in Leeds, Birmingham, London, Bristol and Leiceste...

18/05/2021

The Boston-based artist is making her bid to become the next rising star in pop, and armed with a dazzling vocal tone and raw authenticity, she has all of the elements to successfully do so

17-year-old singer-songwriter Gillian Heidi has unveiled her stunning new pop ballad ‘waves’. Building to a climactic and catchy chorus, the song is beautifully simple yet undeniably powerful.

12/05/2021

Back with a bang, R&B’s newest power group BLK has returned with their sophomore single ‘FWM’. The Toronto-based trio offer up a fresh, exciting sound that is both perfectly nostalgic yet crisp and contemporary

Back with a bang, R&B’s newest power group BLK has returned with their sophomore single ‘FWM’. The Toronto-based trio offer up a fresh, exciting sound that is both perfectly nostalgic yet crisp and contemporary.

12/05/2021

The BRIT Awards provided attendees with a sense of normality, as the awards show was one of the UK government’s first live indoor pilot events

Finally, the biggest night in British music is back! Although the ceremony was postponed from February 2021, we can breathe a sigh of relief as the BRIT Awards returned. The event provided attendees with a sense of normality, as the awards show was one of the UK government's first live indoor pilot....

11/05/2021

Equipped with the slow jam of the year, Mighloe makes her return with her sultry new single ‘Rainy Days’. Bursting with passion and honesty, Mighloe’s warm words are enough to medicate the soul of anyone and everyone who listens.

Equipped with the slow jam of the year, Mighloe makes her return with her sultry new single ‘Rainy Days’. Produced by Late Night Drive and Dean Vision, ‘Rainy Days’ meanders through themes of love and desire, whilst displaying Mighloe’s irresistible voice to the best of its ability. Bursti...

11/05/2021

Conan Gray has returned with his latest single ‘Astronomy‘. This new track is rumoured to be the second single from his upcoming sophomore album ‘Worlds Apart*’.

Conan Gray has returned with his latest single 'Astronomy'. This new track is rumoured to be the second single from his upcoming sophomore album 'Worlds Apart*'.

08/05/2021

The glittering synth star is back with a brand new bop to get us ready for what will (hopefully) be a summer of pool parties, club nights and fun [Hockeysmith]

Duo-turned-solo-act Hockeysmith has come through with a third collab with Ed Banger producer Borussia. The two have recently worked together on a multitude of acclaimed tracks, including ‘Hyper Kobra’ and ‘Down Love. The glittering synth star is back with a brand new bop to get us ready for wh...

08/05/2021

Hyperpop star Slayyyter has released the final single from her upcoming album ‘Troubled Paradise‘, a track titled ‘Over This!‘

Hyperpop star Slayyyter has released the final single from her upcoming album 'Troubled Paradise', a track titled 'Over This!'

07/05/2021

Norwegian singe girl in red is back with her long-awaited album ‘if i could make it go quiet‘

Norwegian singer girl in red is back with her long-awaited album 'if i could make it go quiet'.

06/05/2021

Two months after the 63rd Grammys and the inevitable scandal that surrounded the Awards’ voting system, The Recording Academy has announced that they will be scrapping their secret voting committees to allow for fairness and transparency.

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06/05/2021

Here's a March review you might have missed

Scott Matthews steps into uncharted territory on his latest single, 'New Skin'. It is a thoughtful, understated reflection on life's transitions and a bold departure from his tried-and-tested acoustic sound.

06/05/2021

Nearly 18 months since their last studio release ‘0151’, The Night Café are back with their new EP ‘For Better Days.' They have blessed us with four new tracks ready for their 2022 UK tour.

Nearly 18 months since their last studio release ‘0151’, The Night Café are back with their new EP ‘For Better Days’, blessing us with four new tracks ready for their 2022 UK tour.

05/05/2021

THE GOA EXPRESS, a garage-rock five-piece named after a carton of soup, capture the wave of inevitable teenage mistakes in their third, sun-soaked single ‘Second Time‘.

The Goa Express, a garage-rock five-piece named after a carton of soup, capture the wave of inevitable teenage mistakes in their third, sun-soaked single 'Second Time'.

05/05/2021

Following two chart-topping, number one albums, Brighton rock duo Royal Blood is back with their latest album ‘Typhoons’

Following two chart-topping, number one albums, Brighton rock duo Royal Blood is back with their latest album ‘Typhoons’.

05/05/2021

Three years after her debut release, Nashville based singer-songwriter Savannah Conley returns with her sophomore EP ‘Surprise, Surprise’. It is a robust, vulnerable and intimate coming-of-age record that proves Conley’s writing and singing chops, and deserves a lot of attention.

Three years after her debut release, Nashville based singer-songwriter Savannah Conley returns with her sophomore EP ‘Surprise, Surprise’. It is a robust, vulnerable and intimate coming-of-age record that proves Conley's writing and singing chops, and deserves a lot of attention.

05/05/2021

The new EP from alt-pop singer-songwriter Becky CJ is a wandering journey into young romance and self-love. Her animated vocal play, layering and soaring melodies create a sound very similar to that of WILLOW.

The new EP from alt-pop singer-songwriter Becky CJ is a wandering journey into young romance and self-love. Her animated vocal play, layering and soaring melodies create a sound very similar to that of WILLOW.

04/05/2021

Every month, we receive hundreds of press submissions from artists and their teams. Since we don't have time to review every track that comes through to our inbox, here is a weekly list of some of the releases you might have missed.

Every month, we receive hundreds of press submissions from artists and their teams. Since we don't have time to review every track that comes through to our inbox, here is a weekly list of some of the releases you might have missed. If you want to skip to the good bit, then follow our weekly playlis...

03/05/2021

It’s a whole decade since Birdy first burst onto the music scene with her immensely popular cover of Bon Iver’s ‘Skinny Love’. Since then, she has developed into a clever, sensitive lyricist, with her latest album ‘Young Heart‘ beautifully showcasing her evolution, not just as a musician, but as a human.

It has been a whole decade since Birdy first burst onto the music scene with her immensely popular cover of Bon Iver’s ‘Skinny Love’. Since then, she has developed into a clever, sensitive lyricist, with her latest album 'Young Heart' beautifully showcasing her evolution, not just as a musicia...

03/05/2021

Two years after the release of their third studio album ‘The Ceiling,’ JAWS have returned with an announcement of a UK tour and limited-edition photo book

Two years after the release of their third studio album ‘The Ceiling,' JAWS have returned with an announcement of a UK tour and limited edition photo book.

02/05/2021

If you are wanting to listen to exhilarating alternative rock/indie music to get you pumped up this Bank Holiday weekend, then look no further. Leeds band Eades have just released their new EP ‘Abstract Education’, perfectly timed for your Monday barbeque.

If you are wanting to listen to exhilarating alternative rock/indie music to get you pumped up this Bank Holiday weekend, then look no further. Leeds band Eades have just released their new EP ‘Abstract Education’, perfectly timed for your Monday barbeque.

02/05/2021

Delve into the new sad-country universe created by Billie Eilish in her third single ‘Your Power’, taken from her upcoming studio album 'Happier Than Ever'.

Delve into the new sad-country universe created by Billie Eilish in her third single ‘Your Power’, taken from her upcoming studio album 'Happier Than Ever'.

30/04/2021

‘noman‘ is a truly outstanding debut single from an exciting new artist. Emie Nathan’s unconventional alt-pop is a sublime blend of Maggie Rogers and The Japanese House [Emie Nathan]

'noman' is a truly outstanding debut single from an exciting new artist. Emie Nathan’s unconventional alt-pop is a sublime blend of Maggie Rogers and The Japanese House.

28/04/2021

Singer Luna Morgenstern has released her debut single ‘In My Head‘, and it is a powerful track to begin her career in the music industry.

Singer Luna Morgenstern has released her debut single 'In My Head', and it is a powerful track to begin her career in the music industry.

27/04/2021

New York prodigy Maisie May has unveiled her new bubblegum pop single ‘Face It’, featuring feel-good synth-pop melodies and an angelic vocal performance.

New York prodigy Maisie May has unveiled her new bubblegum pop single ‘Face It’, featuring feel-good synth-pop melodies and an angelic vocal performance.

24/04/2021

Being able to see the value in your vulnerability is challenging enough without being at the scrutinous hands of your audience [Little Simz]

“I’m a black woman and I’m a proud one,” expresses self-described introvert Little Simz. Her latest single 'Introvert' serves as a reclamation of her introversion, an honouring of her introspection and a call to arms to social justice.

23/04/2021

Comparable to the sounds of Sinead Harnett and Raveena, the upcoming duo are making a serious impression with their newest offering [Silk Cinema]

Back with their first record of the year, alt-R&B duo Silk Cinema showcase why they’re a glowing addition to the UK neo-soul scene with ‘How To Find Perfection’. Comparable to the sounds of Sinead Harnett and Raveena, the upcoming duo are making a serious impression with their newest offering.

22/04/2021

‘Peace and Quiet’ is energetic and invigorating, feeling like the first cold glass of water you drink after brushing your teeth [FEET]

Feet are well and truly back, with their new single ‘Peace and Quiet’. The single comes alongside the announcement of a UK tour and an upcoming EP.

22/04/2021

After uploading acoustic covers on Instagram and YouTube, Ugandan-born singer-songwriter Leo Jai has released his first official single, titled ‘Come Over’

After uploading acoustic covers on Instagram and YouTube, Ugandan-born singer-songwriter Leo Jai has released his first official single, titled ‘Come Over’.

22/04/2021

Featuring a thumping bassline and autotuned vocals, the track is their first release since 2019’s ‘Death Stranding‘ [CHVRCHES]

Scottish electro-pop trio CHVRCHES have stormed back into the music world with their new single 'He Said She Said'.