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Bree Runway – Be The One (with Khalid)
Pop sensation Bree Runway has been teasing her collaboration with Khalid on social media for over a week, and the new track does not disappoint. A modern love song, fusing acoustic guitar chords with an R&B infused instrumental, the track is another example of Bree’s exciting genre-defying nature.
George FitzGerald – Mother (feat. SYML)
George Fitzgerald continues his form as one of the UK’s most dynamic electronic acts. His new release, with SYML, takes listeners on a melodic journey. His combination of lo-fi house production and ethereal synths are enough to make you want to dance and relax simultaneously.
Ed Sheeran – Boat
Ed Sheeran releases the second single from his highly anticipated Subtract (-) album, and the singer pours his emotions into the largely acoustic ballad – pulling at guitar strings and heart strings with equal measure. His track battles themes of depression, and Sheeran creates a bright performance out of what must have been a dark moment, that will resonate deeply with listeners.
NOISY – DESIRE
Worthing-based trio NOISY play with their heavy drum ‘n’ bass and jungle inspiration in this new release, evoking sweat-drenched nightclubs. Their track manages to put a mainstream appeal on the underground sounds, with catchy and radio-friendly results.
Foo Fighters – Rescued
Just over a year after the death of the band’s long term drummer Taylor Hawkins, Foo Fighters mark their return with an album announcement (But Here We Are, out June 2). Their first single, a hint of what’s to come, is one of their most emotional yet, offering rage, sorrow and acceptance.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Lost In The Sunshine
Pop legend Sophie Ellis-Bextor gears up for the summer with this euphoric new record, with her unique vocals paired with a dreamy bass and piano-laced instrumental that will have you longing to get lost in the sunshine as the warmer weather starts to slowly thaw us out.
Rita Ora – Praising You (feat. Fatboy Slim)
Rita Ora makes a sensational return, announcing a follow up to her 2018 Phoenix LP. The first single of her new album campaign is an upbeat house inspired anthem, heavily sampling Fatboy Slim’s Praise You, and adding a fresh perspective to a dance masterpiece.
Aitch – Round 2
Fresh from a BRIT award-winning start to the year, Manchester rapper Aitch returns to the scene with his first track of the year. With his ever punchy lines, this year’s Parklife headliner showcases his signature tongue-in-cheek personality with a gritty delivery, laying out his ambitions over a nostalgic noughties hip-hop beat.
Lewis Capaldi – Wish You The Best
Lewis Capaldi drops his latest single from upcoming album Broken by Desire to be Heavenly Sent due May 19. In true Capaldi style, the Glasgow singer bares all in this post breakup piano ballad, airing out his heartbreak while showcasing his uniquely powerful vocals.
Nemzzz – Nemzzz Type Beat
Manchester rapper Nemzzz has built an aura of hype since his 2021 breakthrough Elevate, and his 2MS freestyle, which dropped last year, solidified his position as one of the UK’s brightest young talents. With his new track, Nemzzz continues his form, with cleverly formed one liners over a drill-infused trap beat.
Jorja Smith – Try Me
Jorja Smith returns with her first track of the year, with the Walsall-born singer veering away from her signature R&B sounds steering into a deeper, drum heavy sound, complimenting her smooth and raspy vocal performance. The orchestral instrumental breaks add to the tracks mystique – with Jorja Smith at her experimental best.
LAUREL – Change
Singer-songwriter LAUREL taps into the sounds of summer with her latest release, a euphoric indie-pop record, with the Southampton natives light and airy vocals complimented with the sounds of sweet flute playing
DEJA – ONE
Deja showcases her multitude of talents, both singing and rapping in this afrobeats inspired pop record. Deja oozes her self-confidence and assuredness in the track, with an explosive instrumental that makes you want to move.
Cub Sport – Hold
Australia’s Cub Sport are geared up to release their album Jesus At The Gay Bar on April 7, and within the 10-track LP, their track Hold marks one of the highlights. On a bass-heavy garage influenced instrumental, the group create a euphoric pop record that Olly Alexander’s Years and Years would be proud of.
Louis Dunford – Lucy
North London’s answer to Jamie T, Louis Dunford has been a force to be reckoned within the capitals indie scene, selling out his Kentish Town Forum show on April 14 with impressive speed. With the singer-songwriter releasing his most ambitious record yet, Lucy, Dunford continues his form of turning his personal anecdotes into catchy and infectious material.
Henry Moodie – eighteen
Supporting breakthrough act Mimi Webb on her UK tour, Henry Moodie is having a moment of his own, releasing a track that vents his new experiences as an adult and his fears of adulthood changing him as a person. With a chorus built for a stadium-sized singalong, Moodie, who is currently on tour, picked the perfect time to release this catchy pop-rock anthem.
Camden Cox – Gold
Camden Cox’s new track is a hypnotic dance track, with her distorted vocals matched with her downtempo house instrumental which draws favourable echoes to the work of Fred again.. and Jamie XX. Keeping her lyrical content minimal, she enables her stunning production skill to shine.
French The Kid – Quiet Kid
Essex bi-lingual rapper French The Kid releases his latest single ahead of his mixtape, dropping April 14. French pours emotion into bar after bar of his new track, giving his fans a frank insight into his past, paired with his consistently strong vocal delivery
Kiimi – Earth
Kiimi’s bass-driven ethereal new release showcasing a cutting-edge sound that sums up her unique production. With part of the audio from the track recorded during a cab journey through Rotherhithe Tunnel, Kiimi captures the sound of London’s buzzy late-night scene in true form.
Olivia Dean – Dive
Olivia Dean returns with an upbeat soul tinged new release, a far cry from her stripped back acoustic ballad UFO earlier in the year. As the title suggests, the tracks lyrics are centred on diving into love, and her silky vocals laced with dreamy harmonies makes this the sweetest of love songs.
Ed Sheeran – Eyes Closed
Ed Sheeran returns with the first single from his from his Subtract (-) album, a pop ballad tinged with the acoustic feel of his earlier work, a fitting emotional tribute to his close friend Jamal Edwards, who died in February 2022.
Surya Sen & Mafro – Care Less
Pioneering London producer, rapper and DJ Surya Sen returns with a rap laden floor-filler packed with catchy lines rooted in protecting your energy, laced over an infectious dance beat that is sure to start the party.
Paris Paloma – labour
Paris Paloma has already built a loyal following with her dark-pop folk sounds, and her new track follows suit, with her enchanting vocals and powerful lyrics, taking listeners through a journey of a toxic relationship.
Frankie Beetlestone – Slowly Break My Heart
Sheffield newcomer Frankie Beetlestone cleverly creates an upbeat energetic indie-pop stomper from lyrics that describe the complexities of loving someone who doesn’t love themselves. One to make you dance and cry at the same time.
Tora-i – Palace
East Londoner Tora-i returns with her soul-infused latest release, penned around self-discovery and building yourself up “brick by brick”, in her own words. The saxophone-laced instrumental will be stuck in your head after one listen.
Anish Kumar – Praise
Rising electronic artist Anish Kumar’s new release is aptly titled, considering it fuses jazz and gospel influences, and heavily features a choir sample. The track highlights Kumar’s ability to continue to push boundaries in his field.
Lewis Capaldi – How I’m Feeling Now
Lewis Capaldi continues to gear up for his new album with another track from Broken by Desire to Be Heavenly Sent, out. Capaldi showcases his raw and powerful vocals on this vulnerable uplifting acoustic ballad.
Hozier – Eat Your Young
Hozier returns with a three-track EP Eat Your Young, with the title track showing the Irish singers ever experimental nature, with his enchanting track fusing elements of rock and blues with orchestral instrumentals, for what is an edge your seat listening experience.
The Cheap Thrills – Reborn
Liverpool’s music scene has been producing exciting talent for years, and band The Cheap Thrills have built a loyal following in Merseyside – picking up a headline show at Liverpool’s O2 Academy. Their energetic indie-rock track, packed with searing guitars and an infectious chorus, shows the band is ready to reach new heights – just in time for festival season.
Sabrina Carpenter – Feather
Former Disney-star Sabrina Carpenter has been well established as an artist in the US for some years – but is still making ground in the UK. The American singer is set to pick up on her BBC Live Lounge momentum with her new track, a dreamy post break-up anthem, that’s showcases her smooth vocals and quirky personality.
