British electronic music duo Disclosure premiered a new song, “Waterfall,” and this time, the duo teamed up with British singer-songwriter Raye. The track was written by Guy Lawrence, Howard Lawrence, Rachel Keen and Jimmy Napes. Produced by Guy Lawrence and marks the first collaboration between Disclosure and Raye. Disclosure told Sian Eleri of the song, “Well, weird story actually. So like a long time ago, probably like nine years ago. I came down to my kitchen, and she was just there. To explain that my best friend, who I lived with at the time, is a producer, and she was doing a session with him, but he wasn't there. So to me, it was just a stranger in my kitchen. So we just started chatting. I made a cup of tea. And then nine years later, we made.” The new song follows from Disclosure’s January team up with Zedd, "You’ve Got to Let Go If You Want To Be Free," and comes as the duo prepares to continue their live run stateside, including an appearance at April’s Coachella festival. They’re also set to headline both Boardmasters and All Points East in the UK later this summer. "Waterfall" was initially teased by RAYE last week. “We’ve made something special,” she wrote on social media. “I’ll be staying quiet for a little bit longer, but I promise you it will be worth it.”

Lorde has released a new music video for her track "Secrets from a Girl (Who's Seen it All)." which is from her recent third studio album, "Solar Power." The new visual was directed by Joel Kefali and Ella Yelich-O'Connor. Lorde will soon embark on her Solar Power tour, coming to the Boch Center in Boston. Since its debut, the song has garnered stellar reviews from places like NME and Pitchfork, has trended #1 worldwide across social media, raked in over 30 million streams in its first five days, and was #1 on Spotify's Global and US Song Debut. The song is the first single from Lorde's forthcoming third studio album, released via Universal Music New Zealand on August 20th. The album includes 12 tracks and is produced by Jack Antonoff, who she collaborated with her chart-topping last album, Melodrama. In 2013, a 16-year-old Lorde quietly yet confidently asserted herself as the voice of a generation with her full-length debut, Pure Heroine. The album would go triple-platinum, win two GRAMMY Awards, and spawn the certified Diamond, record-breaking, international juggernaut single, "Royals," and quadruple-platinum follow up "Team."

Bülow is flipping the script on her latest single, “Playing Me Back,” a dynamic takedown executed in under two minutes via Republic Records. “This song is for anybody who’s ever been played or played somebody,” the singer wrote on social media. “Let the games begin.” On “Playing Me Back,” Bülow is in control, at least at first. “Oh, you fell in my trap / Just swimming upstream / Cause we’re moving too fast / Can’t stand on your feet / If I pulled you under, you got too weak,” she sings in the opening verse. But by the time the second verse arrives after a beaming chorus, her arsenal of tricks has run dry: “I’m all out of moves, and it’s makin’ you laugh / Man, where’d you learn so fast? / Hate to give it to you, but I met my match.” “Playing Me Back” follows Bülow’s first release of the year, the self-confronting “Don’t Break His Heart,” shared in January. The track connects to the same conceptual theme of playing someone and being played and the distrust that lingers. “Message in a bottle / Keep it cryptic, my bravado,” she sings. “When you kiss me, I kiss back / You tell a joke, I fake a laugh.” “I let my curiosity lead me and ended up getting way too deep with somebody I didn’t have business going deep with,” Bülow said of the song in a statement. “I tend to go with the flow if it feels good, and sometimes it gets me in trouble. It’s weird sometimes I don’t understand my emotions entirely, but that’s why I wrote this song.” The singer is currently on the road, performing her collection of emotion-reflecting songs throughout North America on tour with Conan Gray.

Following Kendra’s five Top 10 dance hits, including “Self Control,” Kendra Erika is a force to be reckoned with in the pop/dance space. We now have the privilege to share her latest release, "Rapture" The new track is co-written by Ronnie “CHICO” DiCicco (JLo, Kristine W, Rihanna, Britney Spears) and produced by DiCicco, sets the bar even higher for the dance-pop singer-songwriter. We are proud to share this powerful track with her growing and developing a portfolio. Expect emotional building vocals, driving basslines and catchy instant-classic melodies. We are excited to share this impressive addition to her developing music catalogue. Kendra Erika is a spicy, bold artist with a touch of vintage Hollywood complemented by the desire to help others. Kendra has worked with a bevy of Grammy-winning producers such as Charlie Midnight; Jan Fairchild (Elton John, Mary J Blige); John DeNicola ("Hungry Eyes" and "Time of my Life" from Dirty Dancing); Damon Sharpe (Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez); Ned Cameron (Kid Ink, Lil Wayne); Mark Mangold (Cher, Michael Bolton); Luigie "LUGO" Gonzalez (Janet Jackson, Madonna, Barbra Streisand); and Ronnie "CHICO" DiCicco (JLo, Kistine W, Rihanna, Britney Spears). Fans will get the opportunity to hear more of these collaborations with these fantastic producers when Kendra releases her forthcoming album on her label Oystershell Music via a new distribution deal with industry leader Symphonic distribution. Stay tuned to Kendra's socials (below) for more information on Kendra and a plethora of other singles Kendra has ready to go for 2022 in the build to the release of her debut album.

BANKS returns with her new single, "I Still Love You,' a brand-new song from her upcoming fourth studio album, "Serpentina," set for global release April 8 via AWAL. "I Still Love You" is undoubtedly her most personal song yet, and marks an exciting new shift in her sound that shares a vulnerability never before seen from the critically acclaimed artist. Written by and co-produced by BANKS alongside Orlando Higginbottom and Shlohmo, "I Still Love You" comes with a beautiful video, co-directed, and edited by BANKS and James Mountford. Speaking about the new song, BANKS reveals, "I've held this song tight for over six years. It felt like a secret I wanted to keep just for myself. But I finally feel not only ready but so excited to share this with the world," she explains. "It's about loving someone you don't talk to anymore, missing the little things about them. Even the things you thought you hated. I hope you feel like you are sitting next to me when you listen. And I hope it's as special to those who hear it as it is to me." 'I Still Love You' is the latest track to be lifted off BANKS' forthcoming new album "Serpentina." The 13-track full-length was written and co-produced by BANKS, features previously released-fan favourites such as "Skinnydipped" and "The Devil," as well as her latest single, the rousing, anthemic "Holding Back," which she performed live on ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" "Serpentina" sees BANKS enter uncharted territory in every sense- from sound to lyrics to visuals and everything in-between.

We run down the colossal and breathtaking works by the genuinely excellent artist Elton John as he is our Artist Of The Month. Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967, John is one of the most successful artists of all time, having sold over 300 million records in a six-decade career in music. We will run down four albums every post and go through his incredible catalogue. Enjoy! Empty Sky (1969) Many people forget that 1969's "Empty Sky" was Elton's actual debut album; like many major rock stars such as Bowie, Iggy or Lou; the debut album had to contend with the absence of a promotional campaign, the lack of funding for supporting tours, and not being brought to the attention of critics and listeners enough. Thus, "Empty Sky" was silently released and then swiftly fell off the radar in the rock world, and still in many ways remains so today, despite being re-released once Elton and Bernie became a hit. When listening to the album, it is clear that Elton and Bernie are still sharpening their tools and developing their sound. Yet, "Empty Sky" embodies the hard-edged rock and emotional ballads their eponymous follow-up would build on a year later. "Empty Sky" is perhaps one of the most ambitious albums Elton and Bernie ever released, and although there are not many forgotten gems on the album, it is still one of their strongest. The stand-out tracks would probably be "Lady Samantha" and "Skyline Pigeon." Elton John (1970) After the silent reception of 1969's "Empty Sky" and an unsuccessful attempt at joining King Crimson, Elton and Bernie followed with 1970's "Elton John," which was immediately a much more focused and realized record that deservedly became their first U.K. hit. With "Elton John," the change was straightforward and swift; the music had become sharper and more diverse. Bernie's lyrics had become more personal, relevant, and meaningful without losing any of their commercial appeals. Where "Empty Sky" faltered, Elton John makes up for everything and some. "Take Me to the Pilot" might not make much sense lyrically, but John had the good reason to ground its willfully cryptic words with a catchy blues-based melody. Next to the increased importance of songcraft, the most noticeable change on "Elton John" is the addition of Paul Buckmaster's grandiose string arrangements. Buckmaster's orchestrations are never subtle, but they never overwhelm the vocalist nor make the songs schmaltzy. Instead, they fit the ambitions of John and Taupin, as the instant standard "Your Song" illustrates. Other strong tracks, undeveloped yet underrated, would be "I Need You To Turn To" and the swaggering rocker "No Shoe Strings On Louise," making Elton's true debut shine even more with the charm of youthful enthusiasm and determination for success. Tumbleweed Connection (1970) With 1970's "Tumbleweed Connection," Elton and Bernie's third outing together; rather than repeating or following-closely the formula that made Elton an international star and musical sensation, the duo attempted their most ambitious record to date for the follow-up to their breakthrough. The loose concept album about the American West emphasized the pretensions that always lay beneath their songcraft; the poetic landscape and rustic aesthetic of that iconic cultural image had characterized Bernie's lyrics and Elton's vocal delivery. Over half of the album's tracks do not radiate the conventional pop song structures that were more predominant of the preceding self-titled album; instead, they flow between verse and vague choruses as if they were written and performed by rogues and vagabonds of the West. This experiments remarkably successful and results in what I perceive to be Elton's best album, primarily because Bernie's lyrics are so evocative, and Elton's melodic sense is at its best; a wave that they would ride throughout the decade, becoming immortalized as one of rock's most excellent, most influential songwriting partnership. As should be expected for a concept album about the Wild West, the music draws from country and blues in equal measures, ranging from the bluesy choruses of "Ballad of a Well-Known Gun" and the modified country of "Country Comfort" to the gospel-inflected "Burn Down the Mission" and the rolling, soulful "Amoreena." "Elton" is typically remembered for the perfect album, even though it is underrated for not featuring any of the hit singles. Madman Across the Water (1971) Elton and Bernie delivered another excellent collection of songs with 1971's "Madman Across the Water," adding more fuel to the intense fire that was their creative and commercial winning streak, blazing their way into the Top 10. The dynamic duo trade in the cinematic aspirations of predecessor "Tumbleweed Connection" for a tentative stab at prog-rock. Like its two predecessors, "Madman Across the Water" is driven by the sweeping string arrangements of Paul Buckmaster, who gives the songs here a richly dark and haunting edge. And these are songs that benefit from grandiose treatments. With most songs clocking in around five minutes, the record feels like a significant work, and in many ways, it is. There is no denying the high quality of "Madman Across the Water," which is evident on hard-hitting character sketches like "Levon" and "Razor Face," as well as the timeless melodramatic "Tiny Dancer," as well as the eerie title track that radiates paranoia. "Indian Sunset" deserves so much more recognition than what it is given; some of the best lyrics by Bernie put to the most soulful and introspective music in Elton's career. "Madman" is not without its faults, but the album remains an ambitious and rewarding work and perhaps the darkest album in Elton's repertoire.

You may not recognize her or her voice, but you know the work of Canadian singer/songwriter Anjulie. After growing up with a passion for music, Anjulie went on to record and release her debut self-titled album in 2009 before taking off on a full US tour with Jesse McCartney. Now she has released her new album entitled "Loveless Metropolis," about mental health, modern love, autonomy, addiction and independence. Sonically, the whole album has a vintage romance vibe, but the lyrics are playful, biting and tongue in cheek. The album was preceded by the single "FUYL," which tells a meaningful tale of meeting someone great after being in a string of horrible relationships. Shortly afterward, you realize that you’re no good for them and could seriously mess up their life. Furthermore, “FUYL” contains a relatable narrative, ear-welcoming vocals, and tuneful melodies. Also, the nice tune possesses vibrant instrumentation flavoured with neo-soul and urban pop elements. So far, Anjulie has penned songs for Kelly Clarkson and Nicki Minaj and collaborated with artists like KSHMR (“Alone“) and Natalia Lafourcade (“Holy Water”). She has written for VICE, the Canadian Women’s Foundation, and UN Women. Her cross-platform streams are in the hundreds of millions with collabs and the tens of millions for her independent singles. Furthermore, her music has been featured on HBO, ABC, NBC, and MTV. Also, she has received an MTV Video Music Award Nomination for “Best Breakout Video of the Year.”

Irish singer/songwriter Robert Grace releases his new EP “XXVII” via Sony Music Germany/RCA Records. Known for wrapping deep topics into light-footed, happy-go-lucky sounding tracks, Robert also drops a new single, “Need You Back” When relationships end, we all love to blame other people for it. Robert Grace is no exception to the rule. But every now and then, we have to take a good hard look in the mirror and face the truth about our own fuck ups. That is what “Need You Back” is about. Even though lyrically, the song is about losing someone you should’ve fought a lot harder to keep, only realizing that when it’s too late, and the deep feelings of regret that come along with that, “Need You Back” boasts an uplifting beat, an optimistically catchy guitar line and an anthem-like refrain that leaves you feeling more encouraged than ever. On TikTok, Robert Grace has got an impressive following of more than 2 million people, which truly attests to his incredible level of craftsmanship, seeing as – unlike copying popular dance clips or participating in viral challenges, which often get the most views – his own music and the original musical mash-ups he creates are at the focus of his channel. Furthermore, his hit single “Fake Fine”, his joint track with Emma Steinbakken “Self”, as well as other songs like “The Hurt You Gave Me” and his most recent release “Break The Silence” and “Hate Me” have garnered him tens of millions of plays on Spotify.

In Arcade Fire's last release, they unveiled 2018’s "Everything Now" with a satirical ad campaign that confounded some fans (and perhaps that was the point). A subtler approach precluded the arrival of "The Lightning I, II," the first release from their sixth album, "WE," which is due May 6. For their first official single in almost five years, fans were sent cutesy postcards containing sheet notes to the song’s effervescent riff. They debuted the single at a low-key, exclusive small show in New Orleans on Monday evening (March 14). Even the title looked tantalizing – the band’s highest peaks have often been the creations that come in pairs ("Sprawl I, II" from 2010’s "The Suburbs") or sequenced (Neighbourhood #1, #2, #3, #4 from 2004 debut "Funeral"). Few acts could write a two-track release as ambitious as this – ‘The Lightning I, II’ is epic in its scope and objectives. The Lightning I, II’ will undoubtedly hit a chord with long-time band fans. It seems profoundly heartfelt and slightly frightening, humongous in its sound but familiar and intimate to those who’ve followed them for nearly two decades. It feels like we’ve been here before, but never quite this far into Arcade Fire’s modus operandi. Meanwhile, the album design — a photograph by the artist JR with airbrush colouring by Terry Pastor (David Bowie’s "Hunky Dory and Ziggy Stardust") — is meant to channel the supermassive black hole at the center of the galaxy, Sagittarius A.

The musical renaissance continues from across the pond with the 23-year-old singer and songwriter Sam Tompkins, the freshest of emerging acts. Tompkins was born and raised in Eastbourne, where he was influenced from an early age by artists ranging from Justin Timberlake to Ray Charles and even the man himself, Drake. Sam Tompkins has now dropped his new EP, "Who Do You Pray To?" The collection comes with a new track, "My Brother," Sam explains: “‘My Brother is really special to me. I love it so much. The origin of it is a sad but lovely story. When I was about 18, we lost our Nana, and at the funeral, we had to read the eulogy. I got about six words in before being in floods of tears; my brother read the rest and was so strong. Flash forward to last year when my Papa (Grandpa) passed away, and I decided to do the eulogy. Sadly because of covid, my brother couldn’t make it as he was working away in Canada. This time I got the whole way through it, and I remember getting the text from my brother who watched it through a live stream that I smashed it, and I felt so proud because the only way I was able to do it was knowing I was the exact age my brother had stepped up and been brave five years prior.” The young artist's musical journey began in 2017 when he picked up steam with a few covers that gained recognition. Eventually, it was his cover of Bebe Rexha's "I Got You" that won him an MTV contest for "Cover of the Month," thrusting him into a worldwide spotlight. Sam is set to hit the road with a whole gang of celebrity fans and a bit of a buzz on TikTok with a show at Kentish Town Forum on 8th April.

Every week, we highlight the cream of the crop in music through our best music of the week column. Here's our round-up of the best tracks and music videos that came across our desks, This week we're bringing you the best new music that popular culture has to offer up. Genres mean nothing to us so be prepared to take a vision quest down a lot of different avenues. JEWEL | LONG WAY AROUND Four-time Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jewel shares her latest single, the Americana-tinged, lyrically uplifting “Long Way ‘Round,” from her forthcoming new studio album, "Freewheelin’ Woman," out April 15th via her own Words Matter Music. "Freewheelin’ Woman" is Jewel’s first new studio album in seven years and is her most adventurous collection yet. “'Long Way ‘Round" is a song about overcoming something difficult, even if it requires getting lost or taking the longer way around,” says Jewel. “I'm celebrating some of the things I've overcome and the choices I've made that have brought me to where I am today. The heart and mind are powerful muscles that are always willing to adapt and grow when you let them." This is the follow-up to Jewel’s self-produced and critically praised 2015 album "Picking Up the Pieces," "Freewheelin’ Woman" finds Jewel working with producer Butch Walker (Taylor Swift, P!nk, Avril Lavigne), dreaming up a soulful and groove-heavy sound partly inspired by the classic R&B records made at Muscle Shoals. ROSIE DARLING | ALWAYS ALMOST With a remarkable collection of intimately moving and beautifully empowering songs, Rosie Darling is making a name in the indie-pop scene. Following last year’s debut EP "Coping," Rosie returns with “Always Almost.” The first track from a forthcoming 2022 EP, “Always Almost,” is raw and radiant, transcending pain into song. “This song channels that frustration about being in a relationship where it’s almost working but isn’t – and how one person can put that blame on themselves,” she says. Rosie tells of well-worn emotions and the all-too-familiar story of love, loss, and renewal, but with a fresh coat of inspiring colour. Co-written with longtime collaborator Justin Gammella (FINNEAS, Ashe) & mixed by frequent partner Michael Brauer (Florence + the Machine, Coldplay), the track showcases her emotional prowess and clear vocals evoking some of her favourite contemporaries, including Chelsea Cutler, Julia Michaels, & Olivia Rodrigo. KID RAIN | HOPE YOU NEVER FALL IN LOVE AGAIN Rising pop star KiD RAiN is in the middle of a big inclusive, viral moment as he today shares his brand new single, ‘I Hope You Never Fall In Love Again.’ Released in three different versions (ex-girlfriend, ex-boyfriend and they/them), it’s an insanely catchy shout-it-out loud pop stomper and probably the most inclusive FU to an ex ever written. The three main videos that KiD RAiN has teased ahead of the track’s release have been greeted by a massive reaction by fans. They’ve been viewed over 3 million times, gained 300,000 likes, and generated over 35,000 pre-saves. What’s more, their response has been instrumental in helping KiD RAiN shape the song’s direction. Inspired by its killer hook, the song was first revealed as an antidote to Valentine’s Day with an original version that had more of an alt-pop production. But when KiD RAiN shared an acoustic performance of the track, its impact was so huge that he decided to use that as the style for the official studio version. HAIDEN | SORRY TO YOUR NEXT EX Rising pop singer-songwriter Haiden already commands a significant fan base across social media, so when he initially teased "Sorry to Your Next Ex," it was little surprise that the track picked up over 25,000 pre-saves. A gas-powered rage record, the song speaks directly to the ex that you were way too good for. With a liberal application of distortion and attitude, this track borrows rock elements to heighten the intensity of the pop sound that Haiden is becoming known for. Haiden to become one of pop music’s most intriguing up-and-comers. The USC student had his viral moment less than two months ago, teasing the infectiously catchy tune “Can’t Hurt Me." The then-unfinished song, now titled “Can’t Hurt Me,” caught fire on TikTok’s For You page, earning him over 2.7 million views and a newfound fanbase. The song, which showcases distinct lyrical ingenuity and perfect pop vocals, was released in full on January 21, 2022, celebrating a fantastic first week with over 60k streams on Spotify alone. DECLAN J DONOVAN | SMALL THINGS With an unmistakable voice that draws the listener in from the moment he opens his mouth, it's instantly apparent that 19-year-old Declan J Donovan was born to make music. The Essex-born singer dropped the new single "Small Things," and we’re sobbing because it’s too beautiful. His fanbase is growing a lot lately as people discover his talent, and Declan J Donovan is featured on many major playlists on Spotify. Compiling over 97 million combined views and having up to 28 million plays on Spotify on his track "Perfectly Imperfect," we know this new one will gain lots of love, being a new favourite on the music platforms. Declan J Donovan started his career because he listened to Ed Sheeran and Bon Iver. He wanted to create some pieces about his visions of love life and started to write. Let’s say that he did the right thing because his writing skills are brutally honest and charming at the same time. His vocals are magical and comforting. But we can’t help to shed some tears with all the emotions flowing from the story he tells. RAYE ROBINSON | PRINCE CHARMING Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Raye Robinson released her fourth single, “Prince Charming,” from her upcoming EP, "Crushes & Love Songs," set for release in 2022. The song glistens with punchy production and playful lyricism. Loosely disguised by a lighthearted, sugary soundscape, the track reaffirms self-trust and satisfaction, with the liberating theme inspiring independence and confidence in being alone. The bubbly new single “Prince Charming” glistens with punchy production and playful lyricism. Loosely disguised by a lighthearted, sugary soundscape, the track reaffirms self-trust and satisfaction, with the liberating theme inspiring independence and confidence in being alone. Showcasing her vibrant personality, the song is some of Robinson’s best work yet, drawing parallels to artists like Taylor Swift. Coming up with the concept for the song while going on a string of first dates, Robinson wrote the track about winding up in scenarios where someone wants more than you’re willing to give. The born and bred SoCal artist creates a fresh and intoxicating sound through honest songwriting and relatable themes, emitting innocence and dreaminess. 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Singer-songwriter Sasha Alex Sloan (previously Sasha Sloan) released a new song, “WTF,” alongside a music video. The song will appear on her upcoming sophomore album “I Blame The World,” which will be released on May 13, 2022. Sasha Alex Sloan shared on social media, “my 1st single "WTF" from my new album 'I blame the world' out now.” Sasha Alex Sloan and King Henry wrote it. The video was directed by Anderson Wright. The new album is her first LP in two years. She said of the album, “Welcome to 'I blame the world.' I've been calling it my coming of age album (because I'm a boomer now, lol), where I started looking more outward than inward. After being stuck in my house for 2+ years, I started to get really angry at everything and everyone around me. I also fell into quite the depression, which is where a lot of these songs stem from. I started asking 'why?' which led to songs like “WTF” and 'I blame the world.' I also moved to Nashville, and everywhere I turned saw 'live, laugh, love' signs during my peak depression, which inspired that lol. I hope you don't hate this album and maybe put it on some playlists or something for all the boomers out there. And even if you don't, it's all good because as this album suggests… nothing matters.” She got her start In 2015 when Sloan was featured in the song "Phoenix" by Kaskad and was credited for songwriting. Sloan continued her career by writing for artists including Idina Menzel, Maggie Lindemann and Camila Cabello. In 2017, Sloan was featured in the song "This Town" by Kygo.

The JUNO Award-winning Canadian indie-pop band Walk off the Earth has recruited two-time Grammy-nominated rapper, philanthropist, and entrepreneur D Smoke - who gained global notoriety in 2019 as champion and undisputed breakout star of Netflix's Rhythm + Flow and has since worked with SiR, Snoop Dogg, John Legend, and Ty Dolla $ign - for their latest anthem, "Bet On Me," available to stream now on all digital platforms via The Orchard. Listen to the undeniably catchy anthem from the unlikely pair who sound perfectly at home on the upbeat track co-produced by the Toronto-based band and the 2022 "Album of the Year" Grammy Award nominee producing duo The Futuristics (Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, Selena Gomez). Speaking on their new single, Walk off the Earth, shares, "This song is all about believing in yourself and encouraging others to do the same. Sometimes you have to pursue your goals by any means necessary, even when people are betting against you. No one knows better than you how much passion and determination you possess; if no one else is willing to bet on you, Bet On Yourself!" Walk off the Earth has sold-out world-renowned venues across the globe, from Red Rocks to Sydney Opera House to Wembley Arena. This summer, the band will be making their long-awaited debut at Carnegie Hall's iconic Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage in New York City on June 23, presented by True North.

Zoe Wees’ latest pop perfection comes in the shape of her new single “Lonely,” where she continues to speak up about the weaker moments in her mental health. The song follows from her debut EP, “Golden Wings,” which garnered over 1.2 billion streams globally. Wees is about to start her European tour in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria and will headline in the UK at London’s Lafayette. Speaking about the song, Zoe explained, "Releasing music has created so many new, great friendships and given me so many opportunities; however, I've often found myself in a lonely place, even in a crowded room. And many of my friends felt the same way. I realized that you could have great people around you but still feel lonely. I also realized that your feelings are more important than anything physical and that I want to be loved for being me and not for anything else. I'm growing day-by-day and feel hopeful even though sometimes it makes me sad. I hope this song helps anyone notice they're not alone in thinking the same." "I started writing the song around Christmas, which was a tough time for me and can be a lonely time for so many. At first, I was not fond of the song at all, and I stopped the session and went home. But a few weeks later, I couldn’t get it out of my head and started working on it again. It took me a while to be comfortable with it, but now I love the song and its honesty.” Zoe is currently preparing for her first-ever tour. She’ll play London on November 21st in Lafayette and then in Manchester the day after at the Club Academy. She also just announced her first festival of the year that will take place in the Summer.

Becky Hill released the deluxe version of the album “Only Honest On The Weekend” and announced a residency in Ibiza. Ibiza Rocks posted the news on Instagram: “BRIT Award Winner and Queen of Dance, Becky Hill makes her Ibiza Rocks debut this summer with a massive 6-week residency.” The singer explained, also on Instagram, that she is very excited and that she will be performing at the YOU/ME/US event between July and August. On the album “Only Honest On The Weekend (Deluxe)” were added the tracks “Run,” a partnership with Galantis released in February, “Personally,” “Here For You” with Wilkinson, “Hold On” with Netsky, “Space” and an acoustic version of “Remember,” a song released in 2021 in collaboration with DJ David Guetta. Nação da Música interviewed Becky Hill in June, and the British spoke about her partnership with Brazilian Bruno Martini, her desire to record with Alok, some singles and commented on the album, which at that moment was a few months away from being released: “I've been working on my debut album for almost ten years. I've been experimenting with different sounds and finally found myself with dance music. I wanted to make a record that reflected my love of dance music and my love of songwriting and pop. It's been an interesting journey building an album. I didn't know how stressful it could be.”

Following the massive success of their top 3 debut album in 2020, one of the UK’s finest bands, Sea Girls, has released the deluxe edition of their album "Homesick." A band well and truly into their stride, Homesick sees Sea Girls, Henry Camamile, Rory Young, Andrew Dawson, and Oli Khan deliver thirteen measures of guitar-driven pop brilliance, including 2 deluxe bonus tracks. A deeply personal record, lead singer Henry Camamile returned to his childhood home in Lincolnshire in the wake of the pandemic, finding himself having to address and reflect on events from his past, both good and bad. A cathartic process, Henry leaves nothing to the imagination with his brilliant storytelling and candid lyrics. Delving into some of his darkest moments, the uplifting album comes as a sense of relief gratefulness for survival. Lyrically raw and packed to the brim with hooks, the band step into new realms with an added sense of maturity and a more many ambitious sounding record. They have teamed up with long-term producer Larry Hibbitt with Grammy Award-winning Producers Jackknife Lee, Jonny Coffer and Cass Lowe to co-produce the record. Sea Girls, one of the most exciting guitar bands to have emerged in recent times, are the torchbearers for the next wave. Delivering sing-along anthems for the masses, the band’s journey is well and truly on its way.

Australian Icon Vanessa Amorosi shares her self-produced masterpiece, "City Of Angels," a cinematic artwork 20 years in the making. The inimitable vocalist and cultural icon has sold millions of albums, topped national and international charts, and toured the globe many times. A household name at 17 years old, her songs have been the soundtrack for a generation. Vanessa Amorosi presents "City of Angels," the kind of musical masterpiece that can only come from a lifetime of striving for excellence and wrestling with the depths of what it is to be human. Her songs are soul-wrenching. Her voice is limitless. Focus track 'Crash Now Burn' is characteristic of the record; dark and cinematic with its haunting lush harmonies and soul and gospel influences. American gospel stars Lena Byrd Miles and Anthony Evans are two featured guests on the record. “Music transports us from our present lives,” Vanessa shares. “It summons memories and conjures new worlds and times.” To fans who have been by her side for two decades, she says, “Thank you for travelling with me." Since first launching on the Australian music charts in 1999 with hits songs such as "Absolutely Everybody" and "Shine" at just 19 years old, Vanessa Amorosi has established herself as a powerhouse performer both here and overseas. Now based in Los Angeles, Amorosi is back in Australia to promote her latest soul-infused album, "City of Angels," as she will be embarking on a new national tour.

Off the heels of her latest single, “Picture Myself,” Stephanie Poetri has dropped her new EP titled "oh to be in love" via 88rising. This is the follow-up project to her first EP, "AM: PM." The project tells the story of a wholehearted and vulnerable type of falling in love and the highs and lows that come with it. Creatively, she feels like she’s “found a sound that feels like home and will make people say, that sounds like Stephanie Poetri.” To listen is too awash oneself in serenity and to give in to emotions that we may all too often feel we’ve grown too jaded to engage with. The EP Ranges from the pure joy of “Honeymoon” to the poignant delicacy of “Please Don’t Die Before I Do,” Poetri explores a pure love from all angles. Prepare to be disarmed. The EP's focus single “Bad Haircut” features viral hit singer-songwriter and Grammy-nominated producer JVKE, where the two profess their devotion to their loved ones, not just accepting them with every bit of flaw but embracing and loving those flaws. On "Picture Myself," Stephanie weaves nostalgia and longing into every word as she contends with the tumult of emotions associated with being in a long-distance relationship. The song captures the vulnerability and uncertainty that comes with being away from the one you love and a sense of understanding through its intimate lyrics. In September, Stephanie Poetri released an acoustic version of her EP, "AM: PM," with an additional track, "Matamu (Acoustic)," which she originally debuted on YouTube last year. ‘Matamu’ was initially being recorded by her mother, Titi DJ. The original version of Poetri’s debut EP was released in March last year.

Little Boots, aka Victoria Hesketh, has been teasing great things with singles "Landline" and "Silver Balloons," and now she has released her fourth studio album, "Tomorrow’s Yesterdays." The majority of the album is solely written by the artist, who also produced the record herself, with fans on the membership platform Patreon funding the process. In "Tomorrow's Yesterdays," we are already on familiar ground. The musician returns to the roots, delivering pop in the broad sense of the term. Disco, house, the eighties, synthetic, Little Boots mixes many genres through its music, without remaining on its achievements. We never stop wiggling while listening to his compositions, starting with the singles "Silver Balloons" and "Landline," which are not necessarily the best of this Tomorrow's Yesterdays as we prefer the jazzy funk of Back To Mine or the catchy Heavenly. We then find in the second half of the album among the most diverse pieces by Victoria Hesketh, including an Out (Out) with bouncy synths, "Deborah and Want You Back?" and their catchy choruses and, above all, the title track "Tomorrow's Yesterdays," an epic and melancholy pop ballad that concludes the record perfectly. Little Boots still manages to convince us seven years later without renewing itself. It is certain that "Tomorrow's Yesterdays" is objectively not his most inspired album, but the fact remains that it remains constant and pleasant from start to finish.

James Blunt has released a special collaborative version of his song "Adrenaline," featuring Chinese superstar Jason Zhang. “This special version of Adrenaline is a true partnership between the artists and a musical meeting of minds,” Warner Music Asia said. “It is a blend of James and Jason’s styles which mixes perfectly as they sing alternating verses on this infectious track.” James Blunt has global sales of over 20 million albums and 20 million singles while touring to sold-out audiences worldwide. Jason Zhang is one of China’s most recognized recording artists and performers. He has released 15 albums and has held concerts at Beijing’s National Stadium for two years in a row. He has also held 65 concerts internationally in 34 different cities. Jason Zhang has appeared on reality television shows and has amassed a social media following of more than 90 million Chinese fans. Paul Samuels, VP A&R Atlantic Records UK, added: “Jason is an accomplished artist. This track allows him to build his presence across the globe, giving fans who might not have known about him the opportunity to discover his talent. For James, who has already established a strong presence in China, the track provides an exciting offering for his growing fan base in the region. Their voices blend so well on this memorable track; they both really hope the fans will love it.”