Back in 2018, Montreal-based producer Ouri released her EP 'We Share Our Blood' via Ghostly International. The record was an experimental ride down the lane of abstract electronica. She now ups the ante with a remix of the EP, calling on producers ranging from FJAAK to Biome. Musically the contributing acts transform the original recordings into Jersey Club, techno and even baile funky reworks.
Berlin-based, by way of Switzerland, trio Vsitor have released their debut full-length 'Keep On Running'. Having crafted the record over a span of two years, the band elegantly blends atmospheric electronica with haunting post-punk, dark pop and hazy jazz trimmings. Spearheaded by the seductive and smokey vocals of lead singer Lea Maria Fries, 'Keep On Running' is a nocturnal voyage of emotional depth with tracks swinging between heart-pulling at times and subtly jarring at others.
London-formed, Berlin-based band HAVVK has shared their new single 'The Factory'. A breath-taking offering of indie at its finest, sparkling guitar lines and light 4x4 kicks morph into a triumphant bridge, whilst front woman Julie Hawk provide lush vocal melodies that are utterly reeling. Produced by Matt Harris, 'The Factory' is a stellar recording from promising outfit. Have a listen.
Berlin artist Novaa keeps the songs coming, this time with her latest single 'White Silk & Black Gold'. The singer recently shared her tune 'HMLTM' a month ago. For this offering, Novaa delivers a tender and mellow pop piece with backed by blissful production that initially starts off quite sparse but transitions to an epic build-up.
Tessa Rose Jackson aka Someone will release her forthcoming EP 'Orbit' on May 1st. The record touches on the current impact of technology and social media on the modern generation. Jackson has also created a short film for each of the songs on the EP, allowing fans to enjoy a visual as well as audible experience.
Berlin-based post-punk band The Underground Youth have unveiled another single entitled 'I Can't Resist', which leads up to their new album 'Montage Images of Lust & Fear'. The slow-burning track begins with a minimal haunt before kicking into more of an upbeat call and response style chorus with fuller instrumentation helping to pump the BPMs.
Berlin by-way-of NYC producer and musician Curses has teamed up with duo Local Suicide to release new collaborative EP for the UK-based Tusk Wax imprint. Simply dubbing it 'Tusk Wax 28', the 4-track record finds the artists doing what they do best, which is pump out dark and husky disco, hedi EBM, acid and synth wave, all spawned with a post punk sensibility. A complete soundtrack to late hour clubbing in Berlin, the EP follows Tusk Wax's 'Tusk Wax 27', all the while bringing more bite and edge. Stream a preview below.
Berlin singer and producer Novaa has shared her latest track 'HMLTM'. Continuing to take her blended sound of soul, electronica and pop to further expansions, the tune is the best of all worlds, all the while incorporating a mainstream sensibility. Hitting many high points in the song with lush orchestrations, Novaa is definitely ready to reach new heights.
For ten years Berlin-based artist Tellavision has experimented with the sound of electronica and pop, releasing three albums within that span. Now with her new LP 'Add Land' arriving April 12th on the Bureau B label, Tellavision unveils the video for her latest single 'Salty Man'. Directed by ISLA3000, the well-shot visuals weave between a more natural surrounding and a studio environment, placing an emphasis on Tellavision's performance of the tune.
Alice Phoebe Lou's music is a diary of her life and journey, the ups, downs and everything in-between. The Cape Town-raised singer whose career kicked off from busking in the streets of Berlin, quickly caught the eyes of record labels after her 2014 TEDx performance. Opting for full creative freedom, Lou remained independent, releasing her 2014 EP 'Momentum', followed by acclaimed 2016 debut album 'Orbit'. Tender, organic and chopped with creative songwriting and ridiculously lush melodies, Alice Phoebe Lou's latest record 'Paper Castles' finds the singer truly at her best across the board.
