We got lost in the dreamy vibe presented at the onset of in the dark, the new single from pleaselevitate. The singer adds to the intoxicating appeal, blending into the musical atmosphere like melodic serotonin. It’s a comforting seduction, one that provides respite from the worry and strife of every day life. It’s only there, in the dark, that we truly find escape.
Like tantric love-making the ecstasy escalates in the songs outro crescendo. Stylistically it blends an indie pop reverence of Christine and the Queens with the dream pop vibe of Beach House and the sultry nature known to Rhye. We find it irresistible.
Hear in the dark now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
Spirits within our unconscious nostalgia were awakened within Ocean In Me, the new single from sixten. The construct is eerily familiar but reimagined with new poetic prowess. It mirrors the growing legacies of Brandi Carlisle and Kacey Musgroves, channelling how they sneakily cite stalwarts Fleetwood Mac. This is undeniable indie pop gold from this convincing Swedish export.
Hear Ocean In Me now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
We can’t deny the infectious catchy essence of Blame, the new single from Great Good Fine Ok. The synth pop buzz project proves worth the hype. Blame is an immediate radio crossover hit, appealing to mainstream and underground fans alike. It’s a testament to its clever melodic nature and elite musicianship.
Blame is a killer throwback too, residing somewhere between Chromeo and Silk Sonic. The duo has enjoyed notable success with writing credits that include mega artists The Chainsmokers, Blame might in fact be their autonomous claim to fame.
Hear Blame now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
There’s a haunting that permeates over The petals and sand, the new EP from Carla Malrowe. It’s suits her dark pop essence and compositional prowess. It’s heard on the opening In Rome, where an influence of classical collides with a modern experimental electro intrusion. Stylistically Carla Malrowe connects with the expanded works of Bjork and St Vincent. She brings her own trademark scorn and tortured delivery, reflecting some traits known to Alanis Morissette. It’s heard on the subsequent Dear Host.
The mid EP Interlude amplifies her non format ambient inspired instincts. True to her dark nature, citing its conceptual significance feels unfair. The petals and sand is very much a collective aura that tells a story. Some of the revelations are laid bare in the poetic rhetoric of Missing Circus Freak. Her self described Leonard Cohen fandom shines through, as she ruthlessly navigates her perceived imperfections. With the closing The Spin Astride she gives fully to her brooding eclecticism, a facet that for us connects well with the broad Trip Hop scene. It’s a solid collective EP and deserves a straight up approach.
You can hear the opener In Rome now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
The Wild Is Calling 