
If you combine a punk attitude with funk, disco and obscure pop sonics, you might …
London multi-instrumentalist and singer Darwish boasts a CV that includes playing for Sting, Imelda May and more. However, as a solo act, his music explodes with sheer vibrancy. Having presented his jazzy song 'No Intention To Fall' last year, Darwish has now shared his latest tune 'This City'. Whilst embedded with a heavy jazz backing, he pushes the sound into more experimental territory, fusing afro-beat guitar riffs, twisting synths and thick funk bass lines into the mix. The song will be featured on Darwish's upcoming EP, with his debut album 'Reclamation' following next year. You can stream 'This City' down at the bottom.
Detroit's Shigeto is set to release his new album 'The New Monday' on October 6th via Ghostly International. Inspired by his hometown of 'The D', the producer has unveiled a new single titled 'Don't Trip'. Fusing soulful and jazz-based keys with funk, all driven by hard-hitting tribal drums, this cut is definitely for those who want to zone out. Have a listen.

London-based band Bokito have shared their impactful single ‘Aloof’. High-spirited with an embedding of afro-beat, …

Manchester duo Shy Luv are aiming at making you dance for the summer with their …
Art Feynman continues his magical collage of worldy sounds with his new single 'Can't Stand It'. A percussive rumbling and lo-fi mixture of Highlife, funk and offbeat jazz, the tune is a cultural carnival on influences finely crafted into one brilliant package. The song is taken from Feynman's forthcoming album 'Blast Off Through The Wicker', out July 14 via Western Vinyl. Check it out.

Let’s call it what it is, the Parisians simply know how to make sexy synth-pop …
You know you're doing something right when music giants Daft Punk produce your next single. This would be the scenario with Parcels, whose 'Hideout' EP was a sexy deal of poolside pop that is the ultimate summer listen. Their latest track 'Overnight' is no exception to the rules. Delivering a golden touch of disco and funk, this Daft Punk/Parcels combo fit like a hand in glove with the tune being a season anthem. Check it out.

Park Hotel hit the mark with their debut single ‘Gone As A Friend’. Fusing together …
Following their 'Shock Horror' EP released earlier this year, Shy Luv make their return bringing a heavy dose of funk, electro and pop with their latest single 'Time'. Fun and vibrant, the synth-driven cut is the perfect introduction to the summer. Incorporating the flute to coincide with upbeat vocals, Shy Luv is spot on the mark with this utterly feel good recording. Have a listen.