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Scottish singer-songwriter Brooke Combe made a strong entrance into the music scene with her debut studio album Dancing at the Edge of the World, released on January 31, 2025. The album, released under Modern Sky UK, follows her 2023 EP Black Is the New Gold. The album stands out with its neo-soul style infused with Motown influences. Combe’s vocal style and musical approach have drawn comparisons to artists like Olivia Dean and Leon Bridges. Among the notable tracks on the album are “This Town,” which delivers an energetic opening, “Guilt,” known for its emotional depth, and “L.M.T.F.A.,” distinguished by its simple arrangement. Combe recorded most of the songs live, adding a natural feel to the works. Dancing at the Edge of the World emerges as an impressive debut showcasing Combe’s musical talent and emotional storytelling power. The album embraces elements of classic soul music while offering a modern touch. Spotify

California-based indie rock band Greer made a powerful return to the music scene with the release of their debut studio album Big Smile on March 21, 2025. Following a six-year journey and a one-year hiatus, this album reflects both the band's past and their creative rebirth. Big Smile was released via Epitaph Records . 🎸 The Making and Production Process After releasing their Happy People EP in 2021, Greer began to question their musical identity and took a one-year break. During this time, the band members experienced both personal and artistic growth. Reuniting in 2023, they started working again in the garage of drummer Lucas Ovalle ’s family home, writing over 200 songs. Thirteen of those tracks, recorded with producers Rob Schnapf and Matt Schuessler , would eventually form the album Big Smile . 🎶 Standout Tracks The album opens with the track " Omnibus ", which begins with a slow piano melody and gradually builds into a shoegaze-infused atmosphere with ...

Widely known as “Kombucha Girl” on TikTok, Brittany Broski has reached millions through her comedic content. Now, after signing with Atlantic Records , she’s stepping into the music world. Her debut singles, “ The Sun ” and “ Stained ”, both released in 2025, reveal a surprising emotional depth and showcase her powerful vocals. “The Sun” – Classic Tones of Modern Love Released in April 2025, “The Sun” marks Broski’s first original track, revealing her vocal talent with striking clarity. The song explores the complexities of modern relationships and has drawn comparisons to artists like Adele and Hozier . With sweeping emotion and rich instrumentation, it offers a heartfelt listening experience. “Stained” – The Lingering Marks of Love Her second single, “Stained,” arrived in May 2025 and was co-written with Annika Bennett and produced by Zhone . The track dives into the emotional aftermath of a relationship — the stains left behind — and the journey toward rediscovery. Through...

Haim – I Quit: A New Stance After Five Years The Haim sisters are set to release their fourth studio album, I Quit, after a five-year hiatus, hitting the airwaves on June 20, 2025, under Columbia Records. The album’s title draws inspiration from a scene in the 1996 film That Thing You Do!—where a character repeatedly says “I quit” into a microphone. This phrase became an inside joke for the sisters during microphone tests in their childhood. This playful anecdote perfectly mirrors the album’s themes of emotional release and moving forward. The production of the album is helmed by Danielle Haim and Rostam Batmanglij. Compared to their previous works, I Quit promises a more rock-oriented sound. The band members have expressed that this is the closest they’ve come to achieving the sound they’ve always wanted. Among the singles already released, “Relationships,” “Down to Be Wrong,” “Everybody’s Trying to Figure Me Out,” and “Take Me Back” stand out. Particularly, “Take Me Back” chan...

Shura had already carved out a firm place in the synth-pop scene with her 2016 debut Nothing’s Real and 2019’s forevher. However, her third album, I Got Too Sad For My Friends, released on May 30, 2025, marks a clear departure from that trajectory. Shaped by the personal challenges and emotional isolation she experienced during the pandemic, the album balances melancholic lyrics with rich and textured production. “World’s Worst Girlfriend" – A Self-Confession One of the standout tracks, "World’s Worst Girlfriend," reflects Shura's humorous yet critical view of herself. The song is infused with ’80s-inspired synths and backed by dramatic drum patterns. While preserving the synth-pop style of her earlier work, it also introduces a more profound and personal narrative. ”Recognise" – A Moment of Acceptance “Recognise" is another key track that showcases the emotional depth of the album. In this song, Shura shares her struggles and the awareness that came ...

An Album That Shimmers from Within the Shadows Under the direction of Michelle Zauner, Japanese Breakfast reemerges in 2025 with For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women ) — a record that refracts light from a different angle. Gone are the sunny synth-pop textures; in their place, gothic hues, sharper guitars, and a time-defying melancholy. Zauner’s voice here is more of a whisper than a declaration: distant yet familiar, cold yet compassionate. “Orlando in Love” – A Synth Ballad Where Virginia Woolf Comes Alive One of the album’s standouts, “Orlando in Love,” evokes a kind of queer, time-traveling romance, just as the title suggests. Frosted synth layers mingle with minimalist drum patterns, while Zauner’s vocals recall a dream long forgotten: hazy, indistinct, but echoing. The lyrics aren’t raw — they’re polished — and in that polish lies a quiet intimacy. “Mega Circuit” – The Melancholy of the Digital In this track, Japanese Breakfast lays down an electronic foundation like...

Austin-born, now Los Angeles-based Mamalarky carves a new notch into the indie rock scene with Hex Key, their 2025 release. While the album borrows its title from a toolbox, nothing about it feels mechanical — each track is alive, restless, tangled in emotion. Balancing the chaotic blur of noise pop with the ease of soft rock, the band weaves together the elasticity of alt-R&B with indie rock’s sharp instinct. “Anhedonia” – A Melody Flowing from Numbness “Anhedonia” — that strange state of emotional flatline — is turned inside out here. Mamalarky narrates this paralysis with melodic rebellion, making you feel what it means to be both present and distant at the same time. Guitars slice yet slump, while vocals echo like your own interior monologue, circling back on itself. “Nothing Lasts Forever” – A Fleeting Note Scribbled to Infinity One of the album’s centerpiece tracks, “Nothing Lasts Forever” is rhythmically light but emotionally weighty. The vocal melodies avoid easy pat...

Emerging once more from the weary streets of New York, Sunflower Bean returns in 2025 with Mortal Primetime — but this time, there’s less glitter, more gravity. The album weaves together the introspective pulse of alternative rock, the storytelling bones of folk, and the hazy textures of dream pop. The result: not quite a nostalgia album, but a time album. “Champagne Taste” – After the Fizz of Desire One of the album’s standout singles, “ Champagne Taste ”, sounds fancy in name but bites harder in content. It plays like a melodic manifesto for a generation seduced by “too much,” yet forced to reckon with its own “not enough.” Julia Cumming’s vocals straddle cool detachment and quiet fracture — like a breakup line spoken without ever making eye contact. “Nothing Romantic” – Aftermath of a Feeling As its title suggests, “ Nothing Romantic ” offers no illusion. It neither glamorizes love nor tears it down — it simply lays it bare. The track’s echo-laced guitars and subtle synth und...

As fragile and resilient as its name: Oyster . Chloe Moriondo’s 2025 album is like an unexpected pearl emerging from a seashell — both delicate and dazzling. It’s a narrative that moves from the turbulent waves of love to the salt of heartbreak, before finding its own shores. “Hate It” – The Rhythm of Rebellion One of the album’s opening tracks, “ Hate It ” stands as one of Moriondo’s sharpest edges. The explosion of hyperpop beats merges with anger, transforming into a punk spirit through the riffs. It’s not just a rebellion, it’s also a confrontation. Here, there’s a voice unafraid of losing itself. “Shoreline” – Leaning into a Quiet Wave In stark contrast, “ Shoreline ” resonates on a different frequency — like a melancholy beach walk in the late afternoon. Simple vocals blend with delicate synth layers, delivering the emotion without exaggeration or omission. Chloe doesn’t shout here; she simply speaks. And sometimes, that resonates even louder. “Abyss” – An Echo from the D...

Like a morning painted in Los Angeles pastels… The Marías return with “ Back to Me ”, their new single released on April 4, 2025. But this time, they sound a little more alone, a little more bare. Following Submarine , this track drifts through the cooled ashes of a relationship like a melody tiptoeing across pages long turned. Back to Me – The Last Breath in a Cooling Room " Back to Me " captures that strange quiet after a breakup — not quite pain, not quite peace. Just… the beginning of getting used to it. María Zardoya’s voice hovers just above a whisper here: restrained, direct, and unexpectedly fragile. According to Zardoya, the song came together quickly, but its presence lingers — like the final line of a dream, still echoing into morning. An Echo from the Depths of Submarine Their previous album Submarine dove deep, with lush production and emotional gravity. Back to Me , by contrast, isn’t a continuation — it feels more like a shadow left behind. The instrument...

From the red sands of Arizona to the neon glow of TikTok, Madilyn Mei emerges like a sorcerer’s apprentice for the digital age — whimsical, otherworldly, yet strikingly real. Her 2025 single “Poppin Skittles” feels like the brightest, most disorienting chapter of her dreamy universe. Poppin Skittles – Candy-Coated with a Cracked Core At first listen, “Poppin Skittles” sounds like child’s play: vibrant, frenetic, and dizzyingly sweet. But there’s a tremble of melancholy just beneath the glitter. Mei’s voice — as buoyant as a cartoon character — carries a hint of irony with every syllable. The song shines not only with its bouncy beat but through its storytelling: a bit Alice in Wonderland, a bit Gen-Z coming-of-age in a hyper-digital mirror. From TikTok to Tour Bus Madilyn first reached thousands with her animated YouTube videos and bite-sized TikTok performances. Now, she’s preparing to open for AJR on their U.S. tour — stepping into the spotlight without stepping out of her ow...

A voice echoing from Mexico, an artist who carries fragility in her chest: Silvana Estrada. When she stepped onto the stage at the 2025 Pitchfork Music Festival CDMX, she brought with her a white puppet held by delicate rods — and in that moment, the stage became more than a stage; it transformed into a story, a ritual, a soulful unraveling. From Marchita to New Tales Silvana opened with songs from her breakthrough album Marchita , gently weaving new material into the audience’s heartbeat. Each note, each word, blended with the trembling of violin and chimes, echoing under the city lights. She closed with a haunting rendition of “Glory Box,” saluting Portishead — but it wasn’t a cover; it was a rebirth. A Collective Soul Behind the Curtain Sharing the stage with names like Rodrigo Amarante, Tim Bernardes, and Bedouine, Silvana invited the crowd not into a mere concert, but into a tapestry of emotion. As one of the rising indie voices not only of Mexico but of Latin America, sh...

At the 2025 Clotilde Fest in Barcelona, Suu and Juls captivated young audiences, marking the beginning of an era where their music resonates deeply. Suu’s elegant melodies blended with electronic tones meet Juls’ energetic pop influences, which feel like they’ve jumped straight from TikTok. One’s voice pulls your soul from the depths and brings it to the surface, while the other’s rhythm quickens your heartbeat. Suu – Depth Within the Melodies Suu’s music is like a mystery that wraps the night. With electronic backgrounds, her songs intricately weave emotions and stories. Every melody carries a bit of darkness and a touch of light. The lyrics are sometimes calm, sometimes filled with restless emotions, but in every note, you can find the small yet significant moments of life. Suu’s music pulls you in while pushing you away; it’s like a conversation, but one that echoes from a world everyone inhabits. Juls – From TikTok to the Stage, A Reflection of Youth Juls is more than a sta...

Picture a stage: the lights hit, but at the center, there isn’t a star — there’s an explosion. That explosion is Madelline. Montréal-born but no longer bound by borders. Think Lily Allen’s snarky honesty, Marina’s theatrical melodrama, Taylor Swift’s storytelling power… all present in her sound, but still, she sounds like none of them. Because in her first U.S. tour in 2025, Madelline isn’t just a singer — she becomes a character, an event, a memory. Dazzling Chaos: Madelline On Stage Madelline’s performance isn’t complete through headphones — it comes alive through sweat, lights, and a pulsing crowd. Each song starts like a wink, then detonates across the dance floor. Her lyrics don’t lie — half-written text messages, revenge never taken, hearts too big for the night to hold. From Chicago to Austin, she didn’t just wink at her audience — she pulled them into the heat of the dance with an electric charisma. The clothes are neon, the beats are electro, and the lyrics feel like gra...

In the lost melodies beneath London’s dark streets, Bug-eyed creates their own universe with We Talk Thunderstorms Not Showers (Part 1). The EP blends indie pop and electronic sounds, capturing the chaos of youth, broken hearts, and the essence of the night. Blue O’Grady and Charlie Sale, when they take the stage, offer more than just music — they present a universe. Their unique stage aesthetics pull the audience right into it. [The lights are on, but the emotions shine brighter.] Ten to Twelve – Between Love and Reality The opening track, Ten to Twelve, tells the story of two souls lost in a room. The lyrics reflect all the contradictions of a moment, the times when darkness and light intertwine. Two young people vanish with a glance, but are found again with every melody. Ten to Twelve blends traces of the past with the passions of the present. Every note, every rhythm, echoes the feelings lost in the hum of a city. A Rated Horror Movies – Cinematic Heartbreak A Rated Horror ...

Bubbles float across the stage, inflatable sea creatures bounce around, boxers dance on one side while a vocalist in neon sunglasses takes the spotlight… Welcome to the “Gelliverse.” And at the heart of this universe is Gelli Haha. Real name Angel Abaya, she emerges from the quiet of Idaho and steps into the wild rhythm of Los Angeles. Her debut album Switcheroo, arriving June 27, 2025, doesn’t just make you dance — it peels off a mask with every beat. “Piss Artist” – Out of a Colorful Mess One of the album’s standout tracks, “Piss Artist,” sprays fluorescent paint over traditional pop structures. It fuses the anarchic energy of Devo, the funky chaos of Remi Wolf, and the playful spirit of Chai into one melting pot. But make no mistake — this isn’t imitation. This is the doorway into Gelli’s own universe. Is it fun? Absolutely. Is it chaotic? Entirely. But this chaos doesn’t empty your head — it pulls you in. Gelliverse – Not Just a Stage, But a Storytelling Medium When Gelli H...

Tony and Grammy Award-winning artist Renée Elise Goldsberry is making her mark on music with her debut solo album Who I Really Am, set to release on June 6, 2025. Seamlessly blending various genres, Goldsberry uses this album to tell the story of a star who has shone on stage for years, embarking on a journey to discover her own identity and voice. With a mix of blues, funk, soul, pop, and gospel, this album offers more than just a music record. Staring – The Moment Where Love and Light Meet The first single from Who I Really Am, “Staring,” reflects Goldsberry’s deep love and admiration for her partner. She describes the song as “a meal I’m making for my man,” saying, “His beauty stops me, but it’s the light inside him that dazzles me.” This track captures the grace and depth of a relationship, translating it into music. Goldsberry’s voice doesn’t just narrate the song; it adds an emotional depth to it. A Production Woven with Vulnerability The album's production is handled...

If there's someone walking under streetlights with eyes always searching elsewhere, it's Samia. Bloodless sounds like her voice cutting through the night: quiet but burning from within, delicate yet sharp enough to slice through anything it touches. This isn’t just an indie-pop album. It’s a world where sentences fall like blades, and synths spread like the night. Each track feels like a line hastily scribbled in the corner of a diary—memorized before it could be erased. “Sea Lions” – For Those Who Scream in Silence With a track like “Sea Lions” opening the album, there’s no need to speak. Samia embraces loneliness like a dance partner in this song. The melody begins gently, then suddenly surges with emotion—not piercing your eardrums, but cracking through your chest. She doesn’t explain; she makes you feel. The Silence Between the Words Bloodless turns heartbreaks, late-night walks, and 4 a.m. “How are you?” texts into melody. There are no screams in this album—but...

Irish artist Maria Somerville brings a fresh perspective to the shoegaze world with her album Luster. The album transcends ordinary melodies, offering an atmosphere that highlights experimentation and originality. This sound, blended with folk influences, takes listeners into a deep, dream-like realm. A Dream-Like Journey: Mayfly and Violet Luster invites listeners into a sensory experience rather than an internal journey. The standout tracks “Mayfly” and “Violet” seem to dance within an atmospheric space, evoking the vastness of the universe. The sounds mix with a gradually evolving sadness, while simultaneously taking on a magical mood. The strange harmony of these sounds lifts the listener from suffocating melancholy to another realm. Local Texture: A Sound Born in the Arms of Connemara Somerville recorded the album in Connemara, on the west coast of Ireland. The rural texture and unique nature of the region are some of the key elements that add depth to the album’s atmosph...

From the back streets of Brooklyn rises a sound that stretches from the depths of indie folk to the pure tones of lo-fi pop: Avery Friedman. Released on April 18, 2025, his debut album New Thing pours his inner journey, quest for identity, and emotional transformation into music. With every note, a piece of the past, with every melody, a step into a new future. New Thing is undoubtedly more than just a personal discovery. "New Thing" – The Sound of Rebirth New Thing is truly an awakening. The album tells the story of a lost and then rediscovered identity on the journey of life. Avery's vocals echo with a voice that sometimes carries the weight of the past, yet is full of hope. Particularly songs like "Gone" and "Falling Stars" take the listener on an inner journey with their emotional intensity. In these tracks, it’s possible to explore a lost love, a dream, or perhaps a moment of self-discovery. "Gone" – A Light Behind Closed Doors ...