Deluge by JAMES KING is a raw and honest acoustic indie folk track that stands out because of its directness. It utilises an acoustic guitar, piano, and layers of vocals. Deluge’s building blocks are simple and easy to understand as a listener, which makes the impact of the piece emotionally resonant. It shows King’s maturity […]
Mermaid Cafe by Douglas Savage is an Indie Folk Soft Rock track infused with the sleepy British seaside town and all the charm that comes with it. I’m sure people can relate to exploring these quiet, peaceful towns and fantasising about a different pace of life, wondering what it is like to live there. Savage […]
Remnants by the Neuromaniacs is an avant-garde instrumental piece that feels like a trip from beginning to end. Distancing themselves from their previous darker material, The Neuromaniacs tap into a euphoric high with this track, utilising a shiny synth to guide you through the composition from beginning to end. This element feels like it leads […]
Breath by Bodeba is a disco track with a distinct and charismatic vibe that allows for excellent evolution and a fluid instrumental that never strays from its core identity. Breath establishes a rhythm from the very start with the breath samples. Not only does this anchor the song to the themes it’s communicating, but it […]
It’s Time by FRANCK RAPP is the perfect summer acid jazz anthem, injecting the listener with excitement about the future of love. The ‘time’ in the title refers to the right moment to find love. The track’s foundations are that tentative emotional rise. There is a sense of excited waiting drawn out of the track […]
A View From The End of A Dream is one of the best-named tracks I’ve listened to. The mix of the psychedelic instrumental and esoteric lyrics, created by In Plain Air, feels exactly like the moment a dream fades. You can feel the track drifting in and out of reality, fusing this complex dreamscape with […]
I Wish I Could Fly by LA NEED MACHINE mixes its light and breezy atmosphere, created by layers of guitars and beautiful drumming, with a passionate message about nature and the future of our world. The track opens with these passionate runs on the electric guitar, bolstered by other strings, which almost work as harmonies, […]
Stifled by OLLIE TWOHILL is a beautiful piece that tackles the complex subject of mental issues. Returning readers will know how I feel about tracks like this, but I think it is always important to state how crucial songs about trauma and growing from it are. These tracks are cathartic for the writer to create […]
Redeemz’ Mylo Forever is a dream pop album showcasing his deep passion and understanding of the genre and the creation of music. It exudes charisma from start to finish. Through the album’s highs and lows, Redeemz’s personality comes through in the subtleties of the instrumentation, as well as the vocal performance. So much is said […]
Horizon by 59 PERLEN is a dynamic take on minimalist EDM tracks. It utilises intertwining layers of synths to build this psychedelic and obscure sound with mechanical energy. The track has a long introduction, allowing the layers to come in gradually. The first musical device is this pulsating, bouncy synth that takes hold of the […]
