Making their debut back in 2019 with the single 'We’ve Discontinued', Brighton band China Bamboo make their return with a sparkling, new cut entitled 'Ambivalence (For You)'. Drawing influence from 80s pop, the content of the single, whilst on the surface could be interpreted as a wooing love track, was actually spawned from the the darker times of singer Ruby Waltham's teenage years. Musically the tune is stacked with lush keys, glistening guitar riffs and up-bopping bass line.
Brighton band Nature TV are set to release their forthcoming EP 'Lady Luck' on September 18th via Heist or Hit. Having already shared their track 'Homecoming' a month ago, the outfit now unveil their second single entitled 'The Whole World Drifts Away'. A lush and breezy dream-pop handing with an 80s layering, the easing production is accompanied by the melodic vocals of front man Guy Bangham.
Brighton band HANYA have unveiled their new single 'Texas'. An airy and utterly luscious slice of indie layered with a glaze of dream pop, the song is launched with tender guitar strums followed by subtle drums and the airy vocals of front woman Heather Sheret. The content touches on the mental wandering of possibilities after the initial meeting of someone of interest.
Brighton-based Max McLellan aka Psychic Shakes have shared his new single 'Wage Slave', taken from his forthcoming EP 'Unsaid', landing this year on Good Eye Records. Pretty much echoing the sentiments of probably 85 percent of day to day workers, the dream pop meets jangle rock handing is an anthem for those who crave to break free from the 9 to 5 grind.
Aside from having one of the top EPs of 2019 with 'Town Centre', in 2020 Brighton band Squid released their grooving single 'Sludge'. Refusing to slow down the momentum, they now bring forth their latest track titled 'Broadcaster'. Once again proving that musically they are one of the most diverse bands out today, Squid delve into the realms of psychedelic and synthwave, as a sequenced synth line lay atop spacey layers. There is also an element of drone incorporated into the production which flows without drums. Another killer offering, the track is taken from their 'Sludge/Broadcaster' pack, which will also land on vinyl via Warp Records on June 26th.
Brighton's Elli Ingram kicked off 2020 with her stomping single 'Bad Behaviour'. She now returns with her latest track 'Flowers'. No less packed with attitude and a whole heap of fierceness, the song is a brilliant combination of soul and beat-knocking Hip-Hop sprinkled with a gracious dose of jazz in top. Ingram's powerhouse voice is packed with poise and confidence, making 'Flowers' incredibly dynamic and exciting.
Brighton-based trio CIEL have released their debut EP 'Movement', which comes at the heels of their recently dropped single 'Same Old Times With U'. Consisting of three tracks, the record is a combination of breezy dream pop and lush indie with subtle hints of creeping post-punk. Produced by Jack Wolter, the songs are composed with gentle instrumentation topped with the breezy vocal work of singer Michelle Hindriks.
Having already gained previous support by the likes of BBC Radio 1's Huw Stephens, Brighton band Zooni have now shared their new single 'Dissolve'. A dreamy blend of indie and art pop, the song is constructed with lush keys, upbeat drum kicks and plucky guitar riffs, making for an atmospheric listening experience.
Brighton band Thyla have been making waves over the past few years, making them one of the premiere groups coming out of the city. The four piece have now released their new EP 'Everything At Once'. Comprised of four tracks, Thyla effortlessly blend fiery alternative and indie with lush pop melodies. The EP features the previously released singles 'Lennox Hill' and 'December'.
Last month Brighton band HANYA shared their song 'Dream Wife', the lead single taken from their forthcoming EP 'Seas Shoes'. The group now delivers a second track titled 'I'll Do It Tomorrow'. Musically the tune is a dreamy taste of indie pop. With the hypnotic vocals of Heather Sheret backed by woozy guitar play and tender drums, 'I'll Do It Tomorrow' is a blissful delight.
