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Goodbye Cody Scarp by ONCE GREAT ESTATE is an alt-country album with a beautiful, emotional ebb and flow that’s connected to its Americana and Folk roots while feeling modern and flexible enough to innovate with an alternative edge. This mix of old and new, along with the vocalist’s ease and charisma, sold me on this…

Sun Song by Monotronic taps into a sense of escapism in a way that feels lighthearted and emotionally connected at the same time. Many people can relate to the feeling of life speeding up. Hence, this fantasy of escape from responsibilities and doubt into freedom feels more relevant than ever. The vocal performance was the…

The Crime of Silence by AMARU is an inspirational album tackling personal yet universal themes in a pop-funk package that is fun to listen to, even when dealing with these heavy and complex topics. This direction gives you a vulnerable perspective on AMARU’s experience of moving to Europe from South America, documenting the emotions associated…

Papo de Profissional by SAAD.BEAT is a Lofi hip-hop collection of tracks, taking inspiration from nostalgic rap that a generation grew up on. With excellent use of samples throughout, especially on tracks like Repressão Policial, this EP stands out amongst contemporaries in its genre. Its smooth and confident production is matched by comfortable and charismatic…

Mountains of the Moon by CASSAVA GROOVE TEMPLE is an eclectic, exciting, and charming mix of electronic music, afro beats, and elements of jazz. It swerves in different directions from track to track but never feels out of place or disconnected from the tonal thread uniting the EP. Part of what makes the Mountains of…

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…

Heartbreak 2020 by KAMAKSHI KHANNA is a dream pop EP united through the theme of modern loneliness and the struggle to find the right person for you in the current age. The EP begins on a downward note with a sense of desperation waning into acceptance that there will never be the right love for…

Half Bad by SAINT CLARE is an alt-rock, eighties-inspired ballad about the challenges that came from living through the early pandemic as well as, more broadly, how difficult mental health problems can make day-to-day life. The track has a subtle, sinister tone from beginning to end that ebbs and flows in energy through the verses…

LIFE by PROKLAIM mixes several different genres in a way that feels authentic to each of them but also unique in its styling. From bossa nova to neo-soul to Boom Bap, there is a sense of respect for each genre PROKLAIM has utilised to build their sound. That respect translates into a unique sonic landscape…

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…