Birmingham-based outfit Solar Eyes is a group that absolutely needs to be on your radar. Having released incredible tracks such as 'Acid Test', 'Alcatraz', and the more recent 'Save my Soul', just to name a few, their blend of psychedelic rock and trippy pop is nothing short of entrancing and dynamic.
Birmingham-raised, London-based singer DEJA steps up with her latest single 'Mulan'. The track follows her 2021 tune 'Like That'. A sexy and saucy R&B tune with pop undertones, the production is built on bopping drum programming, a sinister synth bass line topped with DEJA delivering creamy vocals that are packed with seduction and an uncanny fierceness.
Birmingham-based Phil Madeley has unveiled his latest tune dubbed 'In Dreams'. Musically the track is a nostalgic blend of modern indie, 60s psych, and 80s pop melodies that is whipped into one sonic concoction that not only defies time but is highly refreshing in this modern copy, paste and release climate of music.
Previously releasing singles such as 'Running' and 'Not Your Boyfriend', Birmingham's Gaby K has dropped her new EP 'The Good, The Bad & The Boring'. The 6-track record fuses the sounds of R&B, pop, trap and more. Delivering nothing short of soulful vocals, the EP also follows her support from BBC Introducing WM 'Track of the Week'.
Birmingham grime emcee Jaykae has dropped the video for his latest track 'On Top'. The song is produced by A Class. In terms of the visuals, Jaykae troops around the ends with his crew whilst definitely going in with the bars. It should be noted that he is also being responsible by wearing a mask and gloves to protect himself against the threat of the coronavirus. As a matter of fact, almost everyone in the vid are wearing masks. Remember, safety over everything first! Have a look.
Sometimes thinking about the golden era of UK grime feels like going deep into the history books and reading about an era that, while not SO long ago, seems centuries old. Pirate radio, clashes and tape packs of raves were all apart of the foundation of the scene, that in all fairness actually had a number of resuscitating moments since the early 2000s. So when artists like Birmingham vet Slick Don release core grime singles, it's a reminder that the sound is still kicking and not waiting to implode on itself with Hip-Hop meets pop aspirations.
Known for his work as one-half of the house group Free School, Birmingham DJ and producer Rocky Steps has released his new solo LP 'End Zone'. Comprised of eight tracks in total, the album leans more on the piano-driven ambient side of the spectrum. The record features numerous appearances by guest Lucy Graham. Co-produced by Simon Weaver, 'End Zone' is released via the Static Caravan imprint. You can stream the album down at the bottom.
Birmingham punk band Youth Man have unveiled info regarding their new EP titled 'Five Songs'. Scheduled to land June 29th on Alcopop! Records, the band will release limited edition yellow and orange marble 12" vinyl records, as well as via standard digital download.
Birmingham group SHE have unveiled their latest cut 'Lay Low', which has already been spotlighted on BBC Introducing. Lyrically tapping into the subject of personal faith, the song is an ethereal sensation of indie pop, glistening uncontrollably and also continuing to reflect the rapid maturity of the band since their initial impressive debut. For fans of groups like London Grammar and The xx, SHE will definitely please the ears.
Birmingham's YOUTH MAN have been shaking things up around the Midlands for a few years, dropping their 'Bad Weather' EP back in 2013. Freshly signed to Alcopop! Records, the energetic punk band are now working on a new EP which is coming down the pipeline this year. YOUTH MAN have also shared a new track titled 'I Don't Know', which will be featured on the forthcoming record. Sinister and raw in sound, fuzz-drilling guitar riffs and thundering drumming run parallel to Kyila Whyte's in your face vocal delivery.
