Red Hot Chili Peppers have never done anything in moderation. From their earliest albums as a throw-it-all-in-there band to their marathon multiplatinum records with Rick Rubin to the piling on of songs and ideas on their most recent LPs, weeding out the good from the bad has been part of the challenge with the Los Angeles "Can't Stop" hitmakers. They're still pushing against boundaries on their 12th album, "Unlimited Love," loading it with 17 songs that clock in at more than 70 minutes. The Red Hot Chili Peppers still exist on a '90s timeline where CD limits are grazed, and their brand of genre-swapping alt-rock has a place. Fitting then, that golden-era guitarist John Frusciante is back for his third tour of duty with the band and his first album since 2006's chart-topping "Stadium Arcadium." "Unlimited Love" also marks the group's first record with producer Rubin in a decade. (Their last album, 2016's "The Getaway," was produced by Danger Mouse.) So the feeling of nostalgia is strong here: a concerted and deliberate attempt at reclaiming the "Blood Sugar Sex Magik" and "Californication" glory days. At times they get there – this is their best album since "Stadium Arcadium" – but there's no getting around the unmistakable bloat. From the start, it's familiar-sounding music: Opener "Black Summer" recalls much of the band's catalogue after it got severe and scored an unlikely hit with "Under the Bridge" in 1991. With "Unlimited Love," Frusciante brings intensity and excitement to his solos, lifting even indifferent songs (like "The Great Apes" and "Let 'Em Cry") to greater heights, and the album's middle section is Chili Peppers' sturdiest set of songs in years.

Madonna continues to capitalize upon the recent viral success of a remix of “Frozen,” this time tapping New Jersey-based rapper 070 Shake for a haunting reimagination of the hit 1998 single. Built around the original Sickick remix of the track that became a TikTok hit last year, Shake’s ethereal take on “Frozen” evokes the laid-back flow of Houston’s chopped and screwed scene as she details the sensations of being under the influence during a night out. “Don’t blow my high, don’t calm me down/Don’t text me back, don’t call me now,” she says. “It’s something in the water; I just came by to wash it down.” In the accompanying music video, Madonna pulls up in her car wearing platform boots, a black leather outfit and black shades as she discovers the "Honey" singer, 24, from behind a wired fence. 070 Shake and Madonna are then shot in various dark, hypnotic angles — singing along to the vibey tune before driving away together. The track follows the release of another enhanced version of the remix featuring Nigerian singer Fireboy DML, which dropped earlier this month. Shake first gained attention on SoundCloud, which led to her signing with Kanye West’s GOOD Music label in 2016. She rose to prominence with guest appearances on West’s 2018 album Ye, appearing on standout tracks “Ghost Town” and “Violent Crimes.” In a 2020 interview, Shake detailed her approach to crafting her unique sound, stating she draws inspiration from all genres.

Back in 2018, English R&B singer Ella Mai scored one of the year's defining hits in "Boo'd Up," a cozy ballad inflected with the swing and percussions of West Coast rap that was followed by "Trip," another smash ("Boo'd Up" would go on to win a Best R&B Song Grammy). The singer has now announced her new single, "Leave You Alone," from her forthcoming album, "Heart on My Sleeve," via Mustard's label 10 Summers. Ella shared the inspiration behind her new album title, saying, "the title came towards the end of the process before the tracklist was complete, but it just felt right, felt like it best described the music I was making and me very well,” she tweeted. The album will consist of 15 tracks and Latto, Roddy Ricch, and Lucky Daye contributions. Following the previously released drops “DFMU” and “Not Another Love Song.” The new single “Leave You Alone” is a Mustard, JV, Harmony Samuels, and Meko Yohannes-produced cut that sees her having regrets about engaging with a certain love interest. Upon its eventual arrival, "Heart On My Sleeve" will follow her self-titled debut, released back in 2018 and saw collaborations alongside Chris Brown, John Legend, and H.E.R. across 15 tracks. The project was a massive success for the British songstress, landing in the top five of the Billboard 200 thanks to 69,000 first-week album-equivalent units — "Ella Mai" also crossed the double Platinum mark. In addition, said debut also contained the breakout hit “Boo’d Up,” which has gone seven times Platinum since its initial liberation.

R&B star Chris Brown has released his latest single, “Warm Embrace,” which comes two months after he dropped “Iffy” in January 2022. Both are part of the much anticipated tenth studio album Breezy, which will feature sixteen tracks. He had previously stated, “the number of songs on this one will be the same amount of songs as my first album. Keep it classic.” Even though he has been attempting to keep it all music-related, he suddenly found himself in the headlines because of the voicemail from a woman who accused him of rape and filed a $20 million lawsuit against him. However, as seen by her subsequent voicemails to Brown, it seems that the lady was not done reaching out to Brown even after the alleged rape had taken place. In January of this year, the unidentified lady filed a legal claim against Brown, accusing him of rape aboard a Miami boat in December of 2020. There has been no turning back for him since then. If the woman’s charges are accurate, Chris Brown wants to file a counter-suit against her for defamation, and the woman’s lawyer has also dropped out of the legal proceedings. A Virginia native, Brown signed with Jive Records in 2004 and released his self-titled debut album, which became certified triple platinum. His single “Run It” went straight to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making him the first male artist since 1995 to have his debut single top the chart. His second album “Exclusive” generated an even bigger commercial success and earned him his second Billboard Hot 100 number one.

Alfie Templeman has shared yet another new track entitled "Leaving Today," which is the latest taster from his debut album "Mellow Moon," set to arrive on 27th May. Speaking about the album, Alfie says: “Writing songs like ‘Broken,’ ‘Take Some Time Away,’ and ‘Mellow Moon’ were like therapy. It was me asking, ‘What’s wrong with me?’ and ‘How am I going to get better?’ Just figuring things out in real-time. I had therapy, but there were still things unresolved in my mind. So I turned to music for the answers.” When Templeman started to work on his long-awaited debut album in early 2020, he could never have predicted the turbulent path that lay ahead for him personally and the rest of the world. “It feels like I’m on a different planet. I’ve gone somewhere new, and I’m discovering fire for the first time,” he explained during the creation of his debut album. Templeman spent a lot of time shielding during the early days of the pandemic due to a respiratory issue first identified in childhood. Having found himself feeling “very low,” he sought help and began taking antidepressants as he attempted to deal with his anxiety. “I think people assume that I’m this easy, outgoing person, but there’s actually a lot more layers to me, and this record shows that,” he admits. "Mellow Moon’s" influences include Steve Lacy, Khruangbin and Leon Bridges, and Todd Rundgren. Templeman’s early success is very prevalent. So far, he’s already managed to claim a spot on the “ones to watch” posts by The Independent, The Sun, Huffington Post and a few other major news outlets.

Before kicking off their world tour, 5 Seconds of Summer has released a brand new single entitled "Take My Hand." The new track from the Australian outfit is from their upcoming fifth studio album, which will be released independently in partnership with BMG following the group’s departure from Interscope. What makes the forthcoming album even more special is that this is the first project from the Australian band that's fully written and produced by Luke, Calum, Ashton and Michael! "We probably would've made forty, fifty songs for this next album – and yeah – it's been such an incredible process," he told Marvin. He revealed that the four of them have figured out a new sound and have had the freedom to experiment with more unconventional methods. They recently announced they would be going on tour and was accompanied by the release of their single, “Complete Mess,” which dropped back in March. The anthemic single aptly balances an expansive, epic vibe with a contemporary pop sensibility. Its music video — directed by Lauren Dunn (Kali Uchis, 070 Shake, Jack White) and creative direction by Tyler Serebreni of Other Half Creative — acts as a visual extension of the song, characterized by sequences that take on an ethereal, dreamlike quality that perfectly reflect the nature of the track. The 64-date tour will kick off this April in Dublin and hit cities like Paris, New York, Los Angeles and London before wrapping in Sydney on Dec 10, 2022. However, there is still no information on possible opening acts. But even without an opening act, the "Take My Hand World Tour" is set to be a fun-filled time.

Canadian singer-songwriter Lights has released her highly-anticipated sixth studio album entitled "PEP." During the pandemic, she experienced darkness and making "PEP" provided the roadmap back. Lights have often reinvented herself in both image and sound throughout her catalogue, and her fifth studio effort is a complete portrait of the singer to date. These 13 tracks fill the spectrum from moody and introspective to sarcastic and fun and everywhere in between. Lights also got a little help from friends with a handful of well-placed cameos throughout the record. PEP excels in Lights’ vocal nuance, making effective use of both the quiet and the loud. Lights call on Kiesza for the electro-pop rhythms of “Money in the Bag.” Both singers’ voices compliment each other nicely on the dynamic heist-themed track. It rises and falls from pulsing verses to the floor-rumbling half-time chorus, and it’s one of the record's highlights. " Jaws " feels like a Siberia-era synth ballad as the singer bares her figurative teeth lyrically. The pace slows down for the spacious ballad “Rent” as the chorus hook is quick and smart. Things do turn on the bouncy “Sparky,” which bounces between a quiet and spacey verse and a strong chorus. Poxleitner-Bokan then plays it cool on rhythmic, synth-soaked romp “Easy Money,” with the singer’s vocals doing the bulk of the heavy lifting. “Okay Okay” taps into an indie rock identity with an upbeat guitar-based track that plays off synth accompaniment. "PEP" achieves its stated mission of “breaking the algorithm.” Lights Poxleitner-Bokan sounds more assured and confident in her songwriter abilities.

Hot on the heels of last year’s stripped-back, organic-sounding "Country Again" project Thomas Rhett has released his new album, "Where We Started." Produced by Dann Huff and co-producers Jesse Frasure and Matt Dragstrem, "Where We Started" features 15 songs, all co-written by Thomas Rhett except for one, the opening track “The Hill,” penned by Lori McKenna, Jordan Reynolds, and Emily Weisband. “This album for me is one that I’ve had on repeat,” said Rhett in the trailer for Where We Started. “Some of my favourite songs I’ve ever got to be a part of are on this album.”The new album will position Rhett front and centre in the Country world as an artist of actual worth with its meaningful lyrics and catchy, infectious melodies. It’s his sixth album, and it really demonstrates an artist at the height of his creative peak. Although after Thomas Rhett released "Country Again: A" in the Spring of 2021, he had plans to take the next natural step by releasing "Country Again: Side B," however, things don’t always go as planned. Rhett found himself at a crossroads in late 2021, with between 150 and 200 songs under his belt for his next album. He had just co-written a special track called “Where We Started” and quickly realized his plans for "Country Again: Side B" would have to be sidelined. Rhett got with his team when he realized he was ultimately writing for an entirely separate album. They decided to release "Where We Started" and hold off on "Country Again: Side B." Ahead of the release of "Where We Started," Rhett shared a few new tracks, “Angels” and “Church Boots,” further amplifying the excitement for the record.

Rule-breaking and genre-bending artist Lauren Sanderson is coming in hot & better than ever with her dramatic new single “Tongue Tied.” “‘Tongue Tied’ is your smoke-a-joint-on-the-highway, make-out-at-a-red light, life’s-too-short-so-do-what-you-want anthem,” shares Sanderson on today’s release. The track is full of no-holds-barred honesty and the blend of rock, pop, hip hop and R&B that has become synonymous with the artist. “Tongue Tied” comes off the heels of her hard-hitting single “THERAPY!” in January and “Gay 4 Me”, a collaboration with Australian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer G Flip in February – both songs easily surpassing the million-stream mark almost immediately. Lauren Sanderson turned heads in the 2019 opening for FINNEAS and has steadily built a loyal cult following thanks to her no-holds-barred honesty, relentless DIY work ethic and electric persona. MTV, Billboard, Zane Lowe’s Beats 1, Alt Press, NPR, Cosmopolitan & Spotify’s New Music Friday have all signed on in support of her swirling, intoxicating blend of rock, pop, hip-hop and R&B, imbued with the same charisma & conviction that got her a TED Talk at the age of 19. Fans will get a chance to hear these new songs live for the first time this spring on the “Death Of A Fantasy” tour, featuring support from rising artists JORDY and Miki Ratsula. Kicking off April 26th in Seattle, WA, this month-long run will see Lauren taking the stage of iconic rock venues like Irving Plaza, El Rey & 9:30 Club.

Flume has gifted us with a new single entitled “Sirens,” featuring guest vocals by Caroline Polachek. The track was co-written and produced by Danny L HarleIt’s and is the latest single from the Australian musician’s forthcoming LP "Palaces." “Caroline and I had known each other for years, but she’d just moved to L.A., and we bumped into each other living down the street,” Flume explained in a statement. “We started playing weekly games of Magic The Gathering with A.G. Cook and a few friends. We started doing a session, and Danny L Harle showed me a voice note from Caroline with some very early stages of vocals. I loved it and went back in on it during the pandemic.” “Sirens” is the second track released from "Palaces" following last month’s “Say Nothing,” featuring MAY-A. The album will include several other collaborators, including Damon Albarn, Vergen Maria, Oklou and Kučka. The album follows the Australian producer's 2019 mixtape, "Hi This Is Flume," which earned him his second Grammy nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album. Polacheck recently shared a new single, “Billions,” a trip-hop-inspired, hallucinogenic epic that finds the songwriter expanding upon the inventive production style perfected on her critically acclaimed 2019 album, "Pang." The track was written and produced by Polachek alongside Harle and featured a children’s chorus performed by London’s renowned Trinity Choir. In recent news, Caroline Polachek recently pulled out of her opening slot on Dua Lipa’s tour after tearing her ankle last week.

Keith Urban is back with his new euphoric single "Nightfall," his first single since his mega-hit with Pink, "One Too Many," from the 2020 album "The Speed of Now Part 1." Keith co-wrote the new track with the man behind hits for the likes of Adele and Foo Fighters, Greg Kurstin, and Madonna collaborator Mozella. The track feature an insistent, driving beat, heavy layers of keyboards and a joyous feel that seems likely to find its way into Urban's summer shows. The song leans heavily on synths and very little on Urban's signature guitar playing, and the chorus is instantly catchy, making it a perfect summer concert song. The new track arrived just two days after Urban turned to social media to post a two-part video tease letting fans know that new music was coming. It's unclear if "Nightfalls" is from a new full-length project that Urban might be announcing soon. Speaking of the track, he said: "Writing 'Nightfalls' with Greg Kurstin and Mozella was pure joy. Two summers have gone by with no way to tour, and the desire to have that feeling again inspired every part of this song and recording. In a world so full of real struggles and fractures, I wanna try and bring something to help us exhale and be in the moment - if only for 3 mins and 41 seconds." The uplifting tune has been released ahead of Keith's UK leg of his 'Speed Of Now Tour,' which kicks off on April 28 at Birmingham's O2 Academy. The jaunt also sees Keith perform in North America and his native Australia. Meanwhile, the country-pop star recently recalled the "panicked" phone call he received asking him to replace Adele after postponing her Las Vegas residency.

Shawn Mendes has dropped his highly anticipated second single and video for “When You’re Gone.” This is the Canadian heartthrob’s first single of 2022, which he co-produced with Jonah Shy and co-wrote with Shy and Scott Harris earlier in the month at South By Southwest in Austin, Texas. Although Mendes hasn’t explicitly said the track about his recent ex Camila Cabello, that’s almost certainly who it’s about. The two artists announced their breakup last November after two years together. The Jay Martin-directed video, shot in Toronto and Austin, features black-and-white footage of the singer hitting the studio to record the track, rehearsing the song and meeting up with fans as the song builds from a contemplative reflection on a relationship gone awry to an anthemic sing-along, the video switches to full colour, culminating in Mendes’ first-ever live performance of the single at the packed Moody Amphitheater during SXSW. The video follows the release of Mendes’ visual for “It’ll Be Okay,” which also addresses the aftermath of a relationship that dropped shortly after the singer’s split with Camila Cabello, his girlfriend of over two years. Mendes will perform “When You’re Gone” and the bank of his hits when he hits the road this year on his Wonder: the World Tour, which kicks off its North American leg on June 27 at Moda Center in Portland, Oregon and wraps on October 26 in Newark, New Jersey at the Prudential Center before heading to Europe.

British singer-songwriter Emeli Sandé has shared her new track, "There Isn't Much," Alongside an uplifting official video for the single directed Mareike Macklon. The heartfelt, classic power ballad arrives as the latest offering from Emeli's forthcoming studio album "Let's Say For Instance," out May 6 via Chrysalis Records. "There Isn't Much" follows Emeli's performances at ITV's Concert for Ukraine, a televised fundraiser to support the ongoing DEC Ukraine Humanitarian appeal during the ongoing crisis, and the annual Commonwealth Day Service earlier this month, where she sang a beautiful rendition of recent single "Brighter Days" alongside the London African Gospel Choir. Speaking about the song, Emeli reveals, "'There Isn't Much' is one of my favourite songs on the album. I wrote it with Naughty Boy and Shaq, and I'm so happy that we managed to get the production, the drums, and the mix really on point for this album. I love the 80s vibe of it; it really reminds me of what my parents might have been listening to when they met." Her first release on an independent label, "Let's Say, For Instance," marks a new era of Emeli's expansive artistry after a decade on stage and the airwaves. Exploring new sonic territory through shades of classical, disco, nostalgic R&B and more, it sees Emeli freeing herself from the expectations of others, flexing her holistic skills as a songwriter, producer, and vocalist in new, versatile ways. In her words: "'an ode to resilience, rebirth, and renewal." The album features the current hit single "Brighter Days," alongside previous releases "Oxygen," "Look What You've Done," and "Family."

Two-time Grammy nominee Kehlani and Justin Bieber have reunited for a new song entitled “Up All Night,” which will appear on Kehlani’s upcoming album, "Blue Water Road," set to drop on April 29. This isn't the first time Kehlani and Bieber worked together, as they collaborated a couple of years ago on Justin Beiber's 2020 "Changes" track, “Get Me.” “Up All Night” samples Soul II Soul’s 1989 classic, “Back To Life,” and opens with Kehlani crooning over an ethereal synth loop. Still, the song quickly shifts into a bouncing old-school dance groove as Kehlani and Bieber trade verses over a rich bassline and some slick disco-style guitar. In a statement, Kehlani said of the song, “It’s about having a healthily obsessed relationship. You’re telling someone, ‘I love you so much it keeps me awake at night.’ I love what Justin did, and it’s such a fun one to dance to.” “Up All Night” is the third offering from "Blue Water Road," following “Little Story” and “Altar.” The LP will mark Kehlani’s third full-length offering and follow her 2020 LP, "It Was Good Until It Wasn’t." “Blue Water Road" is a destination in my mind,” Kehlani previously said of the new album in a statement. “I’m giving everyone access. It’s an emotional journey, a sexual journey, and a spiritual journey. To me, the album is like a glasshouse. It’s light, transparent, and the sun is shining right through it.” Kehlani is originally from Oakland, California, and achieved initial fame as a member of the teen group Poplyfe and released her first commercial mixtape, "Cloud 19."

Tom Odell has released his stunning new single, "Best Day Of My Life," via independent label, Mtheory / UROK. An equally beautiful official music video accompanies the single. Having fulfilled his major label record deal in 2021, Tom began to look ahead to a new era, a new way of working and embarked on an independent new chapter of his acclaimed career that sees him reclaiming control and taking back the reins of his artistry. "Best Day Of My Life" marks the first single of that new chapter. Perhaps one of the most poignant songs he’s ever written, the single tackles the emotional peaks and troughs of being alive and experiencing moments of euphoria following bouts of sadness. The accompanying official music video is a hypnotic animation of a person cycling and is as beautiful and understated as the song itself. The single’s release follows an overwhelming response to Tom teasing the track to his ever-growing and dedicated legion of fans on social media, where he regularly tears down the artist-fan barrier to interact with his audience, host Zoom events, and TikTok duets where his single "Another Love" became a viral phenomenon years after its release. The next leg of his tour sees Tom performing across North America before heading to Europe. Alongside many headline shows worldwide, Tom is also due to appear at festivals in the summer, including A Day In The Park and Towersey Festival this Summer.

Jordan Smith took home "The Voice" season 9 win in 2015 as a member of Team Adam Levine. Now, he’s hoping to take home a second crown, repping his beloved home state of Kentucky, as the winner of NBC’s "American Song Contest." The pearly-voiced singer is much closer to becoming the American Song Contest champ after a soaring performance of his self-penned song, “Sparrow,” nabbed him the coveted Jury Selection. Jordan performed on Week 2 of the ASC qualifiers. Each week at the end of the five qualifying rounds, the 56 member Jury–one member representing each state and territory–will rank the night’s 11 performances. The act that comes out on top advances straight into the semi-finals without relying on viewer votes. “This is a song that I wrote by myself,” Jordan told reporters after the show. “I took it into the studio; we tracked vocals many different times to get it exactly right. I worked with different producers and songwriters to bring the song to life to get to where it needed to be for tonight's epic performance.” “The song meant so much to me, coming from my heart,” Jordan said. “But you never realize how it’s going to be received.” After "The Voice," Jordan released three albums on Republic Records. His debut album "Something Beautiful" came out in 2016, followed by the Christmas set "Tis the Season" later that year. Jordan dropped his third and final album for Republic, "Only Love," in 2018.

Rising singer-songwriter Ben Dolic from Slovenia has released a heartfelt pop tune entitled “Kissing Her, Missing You,” produced and co-written by Gethin Llwyd Williams (Vance Joy, Clide, Picture This, Bow Anderson). The song was mixed and mastered by Jordan Timms of Numen Studios, who has worked with Dua Lipa, Dermot Kennedy, and You Me At Six. ‘Kissing Her, Missing You’ tells an intriguing tale about a young guy who finds himself dating an amazing person. He’s happy but feels guilty because he misses his ex-partner. The new song sounds significantly different than the two predecessors, "Violent Thing" and "Stuck In My Mind." Instead of modern electro-pop, there are more real instruments to be heard this time - accordingly; Ben can sometimes be seen on stage with the band in the video, where he himself plays the electric guitar. The bittersweet tune possesses guitar and drum-laden instrumentation flavoured with contemporary and alternative-pop elements similar to “Mood” by 24kGoldn. Furthermore, the vocals for “Kissing Her, Missing You” were recorded in Ben Dolic’s bedroom, and the song was worked on in four countries. Ben Dolic is known for his emotional, stripped-back vocals, limitless atmosphere, and powerful falsettos. He creates what he describes as good vibes you can cry to. With lyrics about love, relationships, and mental health, Ben echoes the sounds of genre-blending artists.

Dorset-raised singer/songwriter Valencia Grace officially released her debut single, "It Was You," a striking ballad written at her grandmother's piano. Having recently taken the plunge and moved to London, singer/songwriter Valencia Grace spent most of her formative years in Poole, Dorset. The scenic tourist trap is excellent for a coastal caper or two, but as Grace tells us, it's a place where "everything starts looking the same," on the contrary, in London, "there's never a silent night." "I've had more opportunities to go out and explore," she explains, "living somewhere where every time you turn the corner, you see a new face and a new little shop you must’ve missed is inspiring." Her debut single began to take life back at home, a tentative voice memo recorded almost a year ago. Written as a response to a dark moment earlier in her teens, Grace explains there's a message she hopes listeners take from it. "There will be people in your life who hurt you, whether they mean to or not, and it's up to you to be able to hold yourself together and be resilient through it," she reveals, "what's waiting on the other side of recovery is a stronger and more grounded version of you because of that situation." "It Was You" emerges into the world; there's more music coming soon; At the same time, she describes this limbo period anticipating the release as both "the scariest and best feeling ever, like a massive drum roll," she's set to do it all over again as she puts the finishing touches on her debut EP.

Keeping up the momentum from last month’s “Pressure,” Hackney-born pop powerhouse Bree Runway is back with a heart-tugging ballad called “Somebody Like You.” Known for her party-starting pop anthems, Bree diverts from that completely on “Somebody Like You,” using her flawless vocal range to reminisce on the one that got away. This track peels back another layer of the East London native, showing glimpses of heartbreak and vulnerability and letting us know that there’s a lot more beneath the shiny surface. This track is a glorious dedication to a love that even features some surprisingly great 80s production. Visually, the Claire Arnold-directed movie-like clip is nothing short of what we’ve come to expect from a Bree music video: high production value, complete with fire and impressive choreography throughout. Speaking about the track, Bree says: “An ode to my future lover, in a generation where love and relationships have become so transactional, I’m still preserving myself for the real thing. ‘Somebody like you’ he is also like me; he will see value in a love that can’t be bought; it simply just is. It can be such an empty, soulless generation, but in all of that, I am still sure there is a precious diamond in all the dirt for me.” The synths and loud drums are blended incredibly well, and as always, Runway drops off a fantastic vocal performance that will undoubtedly wow first-time listeners. Overall, it is yet another great effort from her, and we cannot wait to hear more.

Australian singer/songwriter Benji Lewis dwells in the aching depths of new love in his new single “Head Rush.” It's a beautiful, intimate, and vulnerable outpouring of raw emotion and slick, chilled pop passion. There’s nothing as exciting, sweet, or scary as new love: That period of budding romance where anything is possible, and anything could happen. This is Benji Lewis’ first solo release of the year following February’s hypnotic “Ingrained In Wood,” a collaboration with Los Angeles duo Meridian. The lead single off the Melbourne-based artist’s forthcoming EP "Floating," which is set for release this June.“ Head Rush,” finds Lewis dwelling in the throes of his own vibrant and fragile emotions, with tempered, immediate sonics and a touchingly poignant narrative serving as his song’s guiding lights. Cool, percussive guitars make for a powerful backdrop while “Head Rush” gets underway; as ethereal vocal oohs and ahhs fill in some empty space, Lewis sings hot on the mic, his tender, golden voice getting up close and personal with listeners. Lewis worked with MTNS frontman Tom Eggert as his producing engineer; together, they brought “Head Rush” and his whole EP to life with vivid sounds to match the dynamic emotions and experiences at his music’s core. Lewis doesn’t find catharsis or get closure in “Head Rush,” but he does show himself to be more open and vulnerable than ever before, and the result is as enchanting as it is emotional.