Essex trio Rayowa have released their new EP 'Keepin' Me Under'. Out via Mahogany Recordings, the four-track record revisits the sounds of 70s glam disco, previously laid down by giants such as Nile Rodgers. Splashed with grand vocals and even horn sections, the EP provides that nostalgic feeling for those who frequented clubs like New York City's Studio 54 during the genre's golden era. Rayowa may not have been born during those early periods when funk and disco dominated that dance floors but they've definitely done their homework. Stream 'Keepin' Me Under' below.
Manchester band PINS have released their third album 'Hot Slick'. Comprised of ten songs in total, the record finds the trio expanding their sound beyond their earlier post-punk roots, incorporating electro, dance and indie pop rhythms. The new work follows their 2015 album 'Wild Nights'. Although a 5 year gap, PINS dropped a slew of singles including 'Aggrophobe' featuring Iggy Pop, 'Bad Thing' and 'Serve The Rich'.
Manchester band PINS have unveiled the video to their single 'Hot Slick', the title track to their forthcoming LP, out May 29th via Haus of Pins. Filmed by Joe Sheridan, James Sutton and Leanda Heler, the trio are shown hanging out in a swimming pool in certain clips, whilst looking incredibly stylish at a club in others.
Having released her 'Glita' EP back in 2019, singer Izzy Bizu makes her return with her new single 'Faded'. For this offering the London artist delivers a shot of glam disco and dance. The driving rhythm rolls with a funky bass line, sparkling synths and of course Izzy Bizu's reeling vocals. An unstoppable groove, this is the perfect summertime song.
French producer, musician and vocalist Frédéric Rivière aka Anoraak has shared his single 'Body Language', which is out now via Partyfine. Enlisting singer Sarah Maison to provide vocals, the tune is a glistening nu-disco gem that is built on a funky bass line, shimmering keys and cosmic effects. Drawing musical influences from the 70s era of glam disco, 'Body Language' shines with sex appeal while overall being an enticing and fun ride.
Athens artist Sarah P. has released a double single pack titled 'Plotting Revelations II' which features the songs 'Athena' and 'The Poem of a Clean Conscience'. Both songs are taken from her forthcoming LP 'Plotting Revelations'. 'Athena' is an upbeat and dance-powered splash of cosmic disco stacked with luscious production whilst 'The Poem of a Clean Conscience' highlights Sarah P.'s vivid songwriting and storytelling ability painted over a shimmering pop palette.
Purple Disco Machine makes his return with his silky single 'In My Arms'. Crafting together a perfect blend of disco and soulful house, the production is stacked with gorgeous piano lines, Jocelyn Brown sampled vocals and a thick, funk-driven bass line that is utterly grooving. The track is a massive record, finding Purple Disco Machine setting off 2020 in a big way.
Berlin-based duo Local Suicide and producer Kalipo will release the collaborative single pack 'Dominator / Crocodile' on February 5th via the Hold Your Ground label. Weaving between new wave, electro, post-punk, dark dance and more, the pack will include remixes from Theus Mago, Bufi and Radial Gaze.
Danish rockers Nelson Can shift away from their original punk/alt-fused sound, driving down a 4x4 lane. With their latest single 'I Wanna Be with You', the trio have added a glam disco style to their palette. Using a thumping bass line and cosmic synths to coincide with sparkling and seductive vocals, the direction that Nelson Can has taken is definitely a good look for the band.
Danish band Nelson Can take their sound in a different direction with their latest single 'Limelight'. Adding a disco and dance element to their post-punk palette, the track is a pulsing 4x4 powered offering that is seducing and enchanting in the same breath.
