Consisting of poet, songwriter and vocalist Joshua Idehen, producer Andy Highmore, guitarist Martin 'Tino' Kolarides and singer Izzy Brooks, there is an emotive blanket that lays atop the music of Hugh, perfectly sewn together by each member's thread of eclecticism. Their current EP titled "I Can't Figure You Out" is an elegant intermix of electronica, soul, r&b, pop and alternative - all topped with an air of romanticism, easily making this record one of the highlights of the year. With the title track of the EP getting rave reviews including play from BBC Radio 6 presenter Tom Ravenscroft, this may only be the fine brush strokes leading to ultimately a debut full-length masterpiece.
London's East End has built a reputation of spawning limit-testing producers whose twisting and re-shaping of sound have at times, birthed an entire new genre on to itself. Maybe in a way it makes perfect sense for production duo Tommaso Wallwork and Ady Razor, known as Wallwork & RZR, to call East London their home. Based in Hackney Wick, the two who dub their sound as 'forward thinking bass music', actually made a name for themselves as ghost producers working on everything from Hip-Hop to rock. Eventually Wallwork & RZR decided to delve more into the edgier sounds of electronica, producing DnB, garage and experimental UK bass. With their EP "Mad Techno Invasion" released through the Canadian label Infinite Machine, the duo are expanding the possibilities of how far bass music can indeed stretch out sonically.
Kelsy Karter describes herself as a "weirdo", but to many she is the next talent kicking down the doors of stardom with a musical combination of soul, rock and pop, as well as an intriguingly distinct voice that demands your attention. The absolutely gorgeous Australia-raised singer and musician, whose facial features resemble a younger Angelina Jolie, approaches her craft like a seasoned performer whose presence one certainly won't forget.
We are living in a period of time where musical freedom is at an all time high, yet uniqueness seems to buried underneath a mountain of acts all trying to be the be the next 'it' artist by virtually replicating the current trendy star of the moment. Georgia Mason is unique in more ways than a few. The obvious one lies in her vocals. Organically warm, her falsetto voice is like an instrument in itself, played like a lofty jazz musician who well understands his tool. Mason's next form of uniqueness is situated in her journey. Instead of trying to become the next internet sensation, she made treks over to Paris to learn and play with musicians and artists on the street. Mind you, this is after going through formal training. Perhaps this is why her music is like an art piece, something has lasting value...something that is certainly intriguing and ravishing.
Sexy, sassy, stylish and more importantly, talented are truly only a few words to describe London-based singer Liza Owen. Born to a Cambodian mother and a British father, Owen’s fierceness is practically embedded in her music and undoubtedly in her fashion. It becomes evident why thousands and thousands of people follow the bombshell on Instagram. However, within her world of glamour is also a bursting pride about her Khmer heritage which she holds near and dear. In fact, Owen is a shining model for the Cambodian community in the UK and abroad. Yet while she effortlessly walks the line between both cultures, Liza Owen’s status should honestly be marked as 'global'. And one thing is certain, she knows that the world is soon to be in the palm of her hands.
London producer Applebottom adds his golden touch to the AlunaGeorge song "Bad Idea", taken from the "Body Music Remixed" album. Topping off with pumping house remake equipped with sharp keys and a throbbing bass line, Applebottom's rework is one out twelve on the remix album that features Kaytranada, Shadow Child, Duke Dumont and more.
Swedish trio NONONO have unleashed a new track tune from their forthcoming album "We Are Only What We Feel" titled "One Wish". The catchy and motivating track which transitions from an indie-folk sound to a piano driven, child-like yet monumental pop piece, is the type of song that will probably get placement in everything from adverts to movie soundtracks. You can stream "One Wish" below.
Nimmo and the Gauntletts are the London-based band consisting of Sarah Nimmo, Reva Gauntlett, Josh …
After achieving success with her single "Younger", Stockholm's Seinabo Sey turns up the fire with her latest work "Hard Time". Directed by Casper Balslev, the video is almost a challenge to perceived stereotypes and traditions. Women drink wine, as well as smoke cigars and pipes while dancing in front of pictures displaying the faces of the old establishment. This is the new face of Sweden. Seinabo Sey is the truth!
Jazz has been and continues to play an intricate part in today’s music culture. Whether cleverly being sampled by DJs and producers during Hip-Hop’s “golden years”, resurrected throughout the rare groove and acid jazz period of the UK or carefully twisted by acts in the broken beat and future jazz scene, the sound has served as a foundation to many of the modern grooves that resonate with audiences worldwide. Polish duo Skalpel, consisting of Marcin Cichy and Igor Pudlo, were among the top tier of nu jazz artists fostering a new wave of jazz to the masses while simultaneously reintroducing the 60s and 70s cool jazz sound of their home country.
