April is in full swing and so are new releases! Check out our best picks from this month so far…
Originally from Ipswich and the daughter of an artist, Hannah Scott draws much of the inspiration for her music from her affinity with Italy. A year living and working on an olive press in rural Tuscany in her late teens provided the backdrop to her early work and she has found her musical home with creative partner Stefano Della Casa. The result of their work is a new album, ‘Pieces Of The Night’, due for release later this year. The first outing from the set of tracks is the anthemic ‘Signs Of Life’ – An emotive, piano-led composition that climaxes with a life-affirming chorus. Follow @hannahscott
Binky – Jacky D
Following the success of her critically-acclaimed debut single ‘Fireflies’, which is now approaching 150,000 streams on Spotify, London-based country artist Binky is back with another powerful pop-infused anthem, ‘Jackie D’. Binky established herself as a presenter on Sky TV’s The Smith & Rogers Country show. With each show featuring a performance by its presenter, Binky’s strength as a performer was immediately evident to all viewers, while the diversity of material performed showed she was a talent on the brink of bigger successes. Follow @binkyofficial
Filo Vals – Just Guessin’
Songwriting has been a pillar in the life of Filo Vals since he first picked up a guitar, aged just six years old. Influenced by the likes of Paolo Nutini, Bob Dylan, Bob Marley and Jack Johnson, a love with music developed almost instantly, and a few years later he took the step to learn the piano. As soon as he turned eighteen, he moved straight to London to pursue a career in music. Follow @filovals
Malory – Rapture
Multicoloured pop artist MALORY is set to release her first full EP ‘Dystopia’ off the back of 2 lead tracks ‘Rapture’ and ‘Nuclear Brandy’. The EP co-written and produced by the much in demand studio wizard Jamie Evans, and the pair have delivered a treat for the ears, full of charm, wit and musical expression – juxtaposing dark chaos and joyous celebration within it. Her leftfield take on pop has already received plaudits and support from BBC Introducing, XFM (John Kennedy) and many more. Follow @maloryofficial
Kit Rice x DJ Fen – Dance All Night
Following the release of his new single ‘Dance All Night’, and the announcement of his debut album ‘Konfidence’, up and coming London-based BRIT School alumni KIT RICE links up with longtime collaborator and UK Garage/House veteran DJ FEN for the infectious dance floor ready UKG remix of ‘Dance All Night’. Speaking about collaborating with the UKG veteran DJ Fen once again, Kit Rice says, “I have worked with Fen for a good few singles and remixes now and I love his style and genre! His beats are so clean and every time, he delivers a groove to melt your soul! With every song on this album I’ve collaborated with a DJ/producer that I have worked with before, so why not start with a bang! DJ Fen! UK GARAGE! Let’s go!” Follow @kitriceuk
Loveday – Close
Loveday is a 17-year-old singer and producer from the Midlands, UK bringing with her a lo-fi, electro-pop sound that is influenced by the honest day-to-day life experiences of a girl her age—first love, friendships, adventure, and growing up in the world. Her debut single, ‘Close’ is a perfect encapsulation of this— straight-up lyrics coupled with an honest yet forward-thinking production. Loveday’s halcyon and smooth voice is clearly evident through the track – the final product is genuine and uncompromised both in its musical content and sonic quality. Follow @thisisloveday
Georgia Meek – Bare
Hailing from Surrey and now based in North West London, Georgia Meek beholds the wisdom and life experience of an artist far beyond her young age with an emotion fused alto voice range to suggest the same. Georgia’s forthcoming single release, the aptly named ‘Bare’, is a spiralling, rollercoaster-like ride of angst and emotions that comes barreling through a misty-eyed soundscape of orchestral driven melodies as honest, heart-wrenching vocals crash against a crescendo of piano, strings and vehement drum rolls. Follow @GeorgiaMeek
Alexander Vincent – I Won’t
Alexander Vincent has steadily been making a name for himself as a producer over the years, too—releasing four tracks with alternative R&B singer Sabrina Claudio, remixing the work of talented friends like Kan Wakan, and recording a new joint with the one and only JLO. From arena anthems to home studio bangers, working in a pop context has only deepened his relationship with the nuances of fly electronic music. Alexander Vincent’s debut single, ‘I Won’t’ is a part electro-pop ballad, part R&B-tinged mission statement. The artist works through feelings of being silenced using a pastoral, measured yet deliberate delivery. Follow @alexandervincentmusic
Stash Peso x L Martin – Crystal
This year has seen powerful visuals from London’s most anticipated collective Too Rare To Die members Stash Peso and L Martin already – but they are not stopping with releasing great content anytime soon.
Their latest collaboration is the dynamic track ‘Crystal’ which combines both Stash’s stunning vocals and L’s lyrically brilliant wordplay. Stay tuned for more to come! Follow @Stashpeso and @lmartintrtd
Eight9Fly – Best Life
‘Best Life’ in Eight9FLY’s own words: ‘Where I’m from, being born with a silver spoon was a rarity. I grew up in New Cross, which was labelled as ‘ghetto’ at the time and living in South East London exposes you to a certain way of life that involves violence and crime but despite that it was a valuable time where great moments and stories were created through music… and that’s what the song is about, living your best life regardless of your situation or environment.’ Expect a compelling track featuring both his effortless singing skills and cold rap flow. Follow @Eight9FLy_
MUNCH! – Different Kinda Vibe
Drawing influences from various corners of hip hop culture, MUNCH!’s latest single ‘Different Kinda Vibe’ manages to incorporate old school sentiments and sounds – evoking scenes of lazy summer nights on the block, alongside a fresh and cleverly constructed beat courtesy of fellow Detroit native Nuntheless. He now announces this official music video which accompanies the track with party scenes and a playful vibe throughout, something which is evident across all his output. Known for a strong DIY ethic and positive take on hip hop, MUNCH! delivers again, as ‘Different Kinda Vibe’ showcases his musicianship, versatile flow and trademark, personal and uplifting bars. Follow @munchmusic
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