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by Ella McGivern Photo Credits: Jasmine Amber Photography I have a feeling the release of Oxygen’s debut single will be the beginning of something big for them. "Without A Trace" hit streaming platforms at the beginning of this month and it has beautifully established the band's sound. This debut was no quick decision for the band, as they have been playing festivals and gigs for almost a year around London and the South. Some notable venues include; most recently, The Victor

by Sophie Stratford After stepping into the spotlight this year Keo released their long-awaited debut album Put A Smile on For Me on September 25th. Album Artwork by Harry Morse Opening the album is ‘Be Happy’, a song which many fans heard live at festivals this summer and loved, even before its official release. This was showcased extraordinarily at the secret album release party on Friday at a skatepark in South East London, where the band played a free show to play the al

by Lauren Chenette photo by portraytheportrait Villanelle are back with “Some Chew Lip,” and if you were thinking the band might return quietly after a very busy year, well… think again. The new single sees the UK four-piece leaning further into the scrappy, high-energy, garage-rock side of their sound. It’s loud, bouncy, and gloriously restless, with a driving rhythm section, elastic bass, and guitars that seem determined to keep the whole thing moving at a slightly dangero

by Rebecca Tregaskis Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Alaina May returned today with her single ‘Tourniquet’, a soft tender track all about the art of letting go. Following the release of ‘The Dog’ and ‘Casual,’ which has accumulated over 500,000 streams between them, ‘Tourniquet’ keeps May’s delicate story-telling while dragging itself deeper into an emotional terrain. photo by Hannah Zimmerman Originally from a small, conservative suburb outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin, May sp

by Ruby Tavano artwork via Spotify Invert it all. Earlier this year, Slayyyter released her third studio album, WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA, a record that didn’t just turn heads—it positioned her as a definitive force in pop, taking the princess out of the genre and replacing her with something louder, messier and far more interesting. After years of making music, WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA felt like Slayyyter at her most fully realized. Ironically, it was almost her last. When the albu

by Norah Jerinic-Brodeur Photo via daundrylay.com The wait is officially over. New York based indie-pop band, Laundry Day, have just dropped their newest single following the release of their sixth record, EARWORM. Although the boys released three additional tracks (“HOMEGIRL”, “BROWN PAPER BAG”, and “NEVER MEET YOUR HEROES”) as a part of their EARWORM (Deluxe Edition) project back in May, us Laundry Day fans have been impatiently awaiting the arrival of their next single. L

by Alex Short photo by Frances Carter From the first few seconds of “gutspill,” Luna Shadows creates a song that's full of energy and easy to listen to. The electric guitar gives it a nostalgic early-2000s alternative feeling, while the dreamy production and lighter layered vocals keep it soft and atmospheric. It’s the kind of song that could easily find its way into a getting-ready or feel-good playlist, giving you something energetic without feeling overwhelming. Co-written

by Ruby Tavano single artwork via Spotify Olivia Rodrigo is pioneering a path in the fight for women’s rights. Ahead of her all-female-bill festival at Daisy Chain Fields, she released a new single, “serena joy.” The message Rodrigo conveys in this new single isn’t necessarily shocking; she has been an active voice in the fight for women’s rights throughout her career, and she isn’t stopping now. She started her global initiative, “Fund 4 Good,” which committed to building a

by Norah Jerinic-Brodeur Artwork via Spotify Nashville-based indie artist, Val Texas, is back at it again with the release of his newest single, “Spin the gun.” Val Texas officially joined the indie music scene back in the summer of 2024 with releases of his early singles, “CHERRYRUSHING (DEMO)” and “Paper Cars.” Val Texas’ discography is both diverse and engaging, as he experiments with a variety of sonically creative ideas within the indie genre. Some songs feature slower/m

by Lauren Chenette photo by Elizaveta Porodina Fontaines D.C. have never been particularly interested in standing still. Since arriving with 2019’s Dogrel, the Irish five-piece have steadily pushed beyond the post-punk label that first followed them around, moving from the raw guitar attack of their early records toward something bigger, stranger, and increasingly cinematic. “Marianne,” the first taste of their upcoming fifth album Dopamine Chamber, feels like another small b

by Ruby Tavano album artwork After the release of her sophomore album Punisher in 2020, Phoebe Bridgers is back with her long-awaited third album, Lost Weekend. If you are grappling with grief, falling deeply in or out of love, or simply gravitate toward the calming sound of Phoebe Bridgers, this one is for you. Essentially, throughout the album, she is telling us that love is pain, and loving someone can reveal the most vulnerable version of yourself. I immersed myself in th

by Rebecca Tregaskis Last month Transmission Suite made a comeback with their single ‘Same Glue.’ Originally debuted live at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the new track blends the band’s classic 80s synthwave with vivid 90s indie-dance energy. The four-piece from Stirling have built up a steady name for themselves over the last few years. The band supported Flock of Seagulls in Glasgow back in 2023 and also Man of Moon. Their breakout year in 2024 continued into 2025, with

by Alex Short Photo via Mia Van de Loo With her upcoming single, "upstream," set for release on August 5, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Mia Van de Loo reflects on a struggle many people can relate to– trying to figure out who they are in others. Rooted in indie folk-pop, the track strips away distractions to reveal its emotional honesty. Inspired by diary entries she wrote as a teenager, "upstream" explores the pressure of comparing yourself to people who seem to have alr

by Norah Jerinic-Brodeur Single artwork via Alaina May Brooklyn based up-and-coming singer and songwriter, Alaina May, is making waves in the indie-pop scene with the release of her second official single, “The Dog” on July 13th. Alaina has shared that her experiences growing up within the Christian church system in a small, conservative suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin play an influential role in her self perception. She spent the greater part of her early life trying to forc

by Lauren Chenette single artwork via LAIKK Brighton indie outfit LAIKK continue their upward momentum with “Soda,” their fourth single, arriving on July 31, and it’s another confident step forward for a band that’s clearly finding its stride. Blending the nostalgic warmth of classic indie rock with a fresh, modern edge, “Soda” feels both familiar and exciting - a track that settles in quickly but rewards repeat listens. From the opening moments, the song carries an easy-goi

by Norah Jerinic-Brodeur photo by Brandon Mosquera Montreal-based up and coming R&B artist, Myles Lloyd, perfectly captures the human emotions that accompany vulnerability through his infectiously relatable new single, “One Sided.” Over the past few years Lloyd has created a name for himself within the modern R&B scene. He has released multiple projects such as Forever Yours in 2022 and WHAT MORE CAN I SAY in 2024. More recently, Lloyd wrapped up 2025 with the drop of his al

by Lauren Chenette single artwork Nashville indie artist Val Texas captures the carefree spirit of summer on “Jean Shorts,” a bright, guitar-driven release that pairs infectious melodies with youthful honesty. From its opening moments, the track settles into a breezy, minimalist groove, letting shimmering guitars and understated production set the tone before Val’s energetic vocals burst into the mix. It’s listeners into a song that’s equal parts laid-back and emotionally cha

by Norah Jerinic-Brodeur image via Spotify New York’s up and coming five-piece hip-hop/R&B group, WHATMORE, just released their newest single “On Site” on July 6th. The single release follows their drop of two singles, “Still Loiteringgg" and “2000s Pop Punk R&B”, on March 13th. The two singles, as a part of their “A-side/A-side” feature, have helped the band gain some serious traction. Both singles very quickly climbed their way to the top three of their most popular songs o

by Lauren Chenette Artwork by Jayne Slater Burning Bouquet continue to establish themselves as one of the UK’s most promising alternative bands with their latest EP, The Rain. Expanding on the emotional honesty and melodic intensity that have become central to their sound, the Sheffield quartet deliver a collection of songs that feel deeply personal while remaining instantly relatable. The EP’s emotional centerpiece, “The Cycle,” is a standout moment. Tackling the difficult

by Andrea Garcia album artwork Some breakup songs begin with screaming, but Olivia Rodrigo’s “cigarette smoke” begins with a smell. Everyone is familiar with the smell of cigarettes, right? You could be walking, running, turning a corner, and all of a sudden it just hits you, there is no one around, yet there is this lingering sensation around you. Olivia Rodrigo explores this phenomenon and sensation as a metaphor for heartbreak: “cigarette smoke” does not begin with a big s