Das Beat is the duo comprised of actress/vocalist Eddie Rabenberger and Agor of Blue Hawaii. Formed in 2020, the pair have unveiled a video to the title track of their forthcoming EP 'Identität'.
Canadian band Slow Down Molasses step forth with their latest single 'Street Haunting'. The track marks their return since releasing their LP '100% Sunshine' back in 2016. For this offering, the band punch with a shot of edgy post-punk, 80s new wave and an element of noise all in one fine stir.
N0V3L's 2019 self-titled EP was high on our list of releases that year. Now the Canadian band have announced news regarding their forthcoming debut album 'NON-FICTION'. Landing May 28th, the 11-track record will span the sounds of post-punk, garage rock, new wave and even funk. Sonically the new LP will also be darker than the band's past work.
Having released her debut single 'Giving It Away' back in 2020, Danica Dares returns with her second offering titled 'Paranoia Party'. The track is taking from her forthcoming LP 'Curating The Lunatic'. A lush taste of art pop, the song touches on feelings of isolation and anxiety due to triggers of desires of belonging and interaction.
Newcastle band NOPRISM deliver a slice of new wave and pop with their track 'PANTHERBEAT'. Wrapped in a nostalgic 80s packaging, the song's explosive production jumps with cutting bass tones, shimmering synths and fiery guitar riffs, all topped with all topped with stadium vocals.
Norwich post-punk duo Sink Ya Teeth has released a new EP simply titled 'Remix'. The 4-track collection features remixes of songs from their first two albums. Reworks come courtesy of International Teachers of Pop, The Secret DJ, Sink Ya Teeth themselves, as well as a killer version of 'Freak 4 The Kick' by Alice Go of Dream Wife.
Newcastle duo NOPRISM have dropped a number of brilliant tunes over the year. Tapping into the sounds of new wave, 80s pop and more, their upbeat tracks have been the perfect remedy to these chaotic times.
French trio Keep Dancing Inc have released their new EP 'Silent & Satisfied'. Comprised of four tracks, the band have created a tasty blend of 80s synthpop, new wave, disco and more, fostering a sound packed with flair that is not only Parisian sexy but insanely grooving at the same time. The EP follows Keep Dancing Inc's previous release 'Long Enough', which they dropped back in June.
Denmark-based Nicolas Michaux steps up with a fantastic tune titled 'Parrot'. Driven by a funky bass line and upbeat drums, the track embodies the spirit of classic Talking Heads. Whilst the production is quite spacious, towards the end Michaux even adds a slight Nigerian Afrobeat tinge to the song.
Glasgows The Ninth Wave have released the video to their track 'I'm Only Going to Hurt You', which is taken from their upcoming EP 'Happy Days!', landing July 31st. What you have here is a tormented woman, forced to deal with pain whilst in an isolated room. With her surroundings consisting of only an old TV and a lamp, she goes from a manic state to finally a place of peace. 'I'm Only Going to Hurt You' is directed by Bryan M Ferguson.