With a sound that is at times minimal, yet always accessible and suitably intense, the London-based Balamii resident refuses to be pigeonholed, pushing the boundaries of track selection beyond the realms of experimentation. From layering notes of ambient krautrock with acid jazz, to slamming 4/4 techno; her mixes are sonic
Abandon Ship! Release Their Sparkling Latest Instalment ‘Get Blazed’
The Basingstoke-based four piece have set sail on a journey of gratitude, championing the here and now in a dazzling spectacle of sonic cohesion. The evolution of musical impression exists within every band and artist, whether it be a purposeful shift in order to diversify with the changing landscape, or
One To Watch: Elijah Miller
The Bedford-born singer-songwriter possesses an assiduous collection of endlessly playable anthems; dishing out an introspective serving of delicious indie rock. Citing the likes of Kings of Leon, Little Comets, Cassia, Peace and The Cure as his greatest influences, woozy meets grandiose in what is a deep-seated sonic collision of alternative
One To Watch: The Pylons
Dealing with an honest portrayal of the human psyche, the London-based quintet stylishly narrate the trivial elements of life from their own melting pot of alternative rock and indie-pop. For any artist to represent a miscellany styles there must be a clear and obvious meld of influences, a deviation from
One To Watch: JJ Draper
Inspired by the likes of Big Thief, Elliot Smith and Neil Young, the singer-songwriter offers a fresh taste of alternative rock, drenched in a melancholy that placates as it beguiles. Venturing into songwriting with an unflinching approach, Draper’s flair combines the sentimentality of personal tribulations with a homespun ambience, embroiled
One To Watch: Sila Lua
Born in the Spanish capital, the singer-songwriter embellishes her latin roots into more exotic urban textures, exploring an eclectic blend of contemporary electronica with a colourful edge. Citing some of her inspirations as Flying Lotus, La Chica, Juan Molina and Sevdaliza, Sila continues a meteoric rise into the industry spotlight,
One To Watch: Sunflower Thieves
Pop-Folk. Two genres that on their own carry a startling juxtaposition, the first being a sign of sonic progression and ostentation, whereas the latter embodies a sense of tradition that proudly excludes the use of any mechanical control. Comprised of Amy Illingworth and Lily Sturt-Bolshaw, the Leeds-based duo are pop-folk
One To Watch: Toby Johnson
Wind back a few years to 2015. BBC Introducing Lincolnshire have just received a breathtaking EP from a relatively unknown source: cue the dramatic entrance of a young Toby Johnson. The history of the singer-songwriter has a rich and fruitful lineage, from the dusky folk-driven tones of Nick Drake to
One To Watch: Duccbod
Through time our memories become bound to nostalgia, thoughts that are often stimulated by our senses; Duccbod is an embodiment of that statement. Offering a melodically cordial insight into the fragmented mind, his colourful concoction of cloud-rap, soul and indie rock is a wholly unique sonic experience. Indicative of his
One To Watch: Yaz Aiyla
Citing some of her influences as Amy Winehouse & The Internet, the London-based songstress mixes tones of melodic neo-soul with more contemporary textures in an ultimately captivating display of artistic finesse. Born Yasmin Taylor-Gencer to English and Turkish parents, Aiyla’s sound grapples with interpretation, on occasions leaning towards the more