While there are many bands that have exploded within the post-punk scene over recent years time, Berlin-based group Kamoos are totally paving a road of otherness that defies any one particular sound. Combining not only post-punk, but new wave, dance and even rich, Arabic stylings, the band have fostered something so engaging, refreshing and utterly entertaining, that it can only, truly be dubbed well, simply...Kamoos.
The music of Belarus trio Dlina Volny is truly something magical. It's seducing, atmospheric, at times haunting, and ultimately the perfect mood controlling vehicle. Creating a perfect stir of post-punk, synthpop, coldwave, dance and more, their songs are crafted with poetic lyricism and entrancing instrumentation that is thoroughly transportive.
Sophia Amato is an artist who can not only sing multiple styles of music, but she can do it extremely well. Whether R&B, jazz or pop, the Sicily-born, London-based singer/musician delivers with a fierceness that drips over each song wrapped in a hefty bundle of soul.
Oh Baby is the duo consisting of distant cousins Rick Hornby and Jen Devereux. Based between London and Manchester, their sound is inspired by 70s and 80s synth-pop, new wave, disco, German electronica and more, yet blended in an alchemic way, fostering something that is quite distinct and interestingly unique to them.
London-based singer Maryon is an artist who by many standards would be considered a destined star. Blessed with an amazing voice, incredible songwriting skills, showmanship and marketability, her will and drive is unstoppable, making her surely one of the emerging acts of 2021 poised for musical domination.
While the saying "a star is born" is surely not a new one, singer and songwriter Riva Taylor is the embodiment of just that...literally. Singing and performing since the age of of child, she has not only left a mark on the UK scene but conquered the global landscape. Performing in some of the world's most prestigous establishments, Riva Taylor has graced television and theatre, a representation of her overall powerhouse package as a well-rounded artist.
Whilst 2020 was a bleak and impacting year for many people around the globe, especially for musicians, there were bands who continued to push forward, recording incredible songs to release to the world. London's deep tan are one of those groups whose tracks not only provide that desperately needed groove, but also cover a variety of topics touching on current sociological issues.
Eva Shaw is the very embodiment of the word multifaceted. A producer, songwriter, DJ and label boss, her ear for crafting hit records without compromising her creativity or integrity has allowed her to not only churn out massive songs as a solo artist, but has also given her the opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in music...period. Although storming the dance and electronica circuits with 'Charizma' and 'Space Jungle', Eva Shaw demonstrated that she was equally as fierce when it came to Hip-Hop production, crafting pure, unadulterated bangers.
As a creative Petite Meller's arms extend to the mediums of singing, songwriting, composing and modelling, not to mention the intellectual world of philosphy, all playing an important part of her complete package of artistry. Born Syvan Meller in Paris, the French beauty brings a visual and musical timelessness that is nostalgic in one sense and incredibly refreshing in another during this current era of quick fix entertainment. Known for her signature cheek blush, a representation of past trauma in which her face and body were brutally sunburned, Meller has gone on to become one of the most unique pop stars of today.
For those who appreciate music with true heart and soul, The Indien deliver both to the fullest. Based in The Hague, the band's lucious marriage of styles including 60s pop, 70s soul and more are nothing short of phenomenal. Comprised of singer / musician Rianne Walther and guitarist Casper Talsma along with bassist Janneke Nijhuijs and drummer Yori Olijslagers, sonically their pristine music jumps through the speakers with their live shows being just a incredible.
