Inventor of the avant-garde hip-hop subgenre ‘chap-hop’, Jim Burke, known professionally as Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer, has released his latest studio album, ‘B-Curious’, in May 2025. Quintessential of the chap-hop genre, which fuses hip-hop elements with stereotypical English obsessions like tea and the weather, ‘B-Curious’ explores themes such as British mannerisms and old English language through a humorous interpretation

Baltimore based and German born artist Sophia Kennedy released her newest single ‘Imaginary Friend’ on May 7th leading up to the release of her new album “Squeeze Me”, set to release on May 23rd and if the album is anything like the song, it is certain to be your new favorite hit.

Up-and-coming star Malcolm Todd released his newest project, a self-titled album that explores a more mature sound, in addition to addressing his newfound fame with his audience.

Alternative R&B artist Malcolm Todd released his newest single ‘Bleed (feat. Omar Apollo)’, on February 28th, leading up to the release of his self-titled album set to drop on April 4th.  And if it’s anything like this song, it is set to be a certified banger.

Australian alt-rock band Rum Jungle kicked off 2025 with their debut album Recency Bias, following their successful UK tour in September 2024. The four piece band, Josh Giles, Frazer McDonald, Benny McIntyre, Michael Kolmajer, infused their raw, energetic live performances into Recency Bias.

Penny Beverly dropped their first single in over a year titled ‘Laugh at You’ on January 24th, and it is certain to get stuck in your head.

Nashville-based band Calico Mantra released their first album, self-titled “Calico Mantra,” on December 21st to finish out 2024, and it certainly rocks its way into the new year.

Hailing from Tunbridge Wells, Kent, with a catalogue of gigs already in their back pocket, Another Day are to release their debut single ‘Doghouse Roses’ on January 24th, 2025. The track has already been featured on BBC Introducing Kent,  with radio DJ Abbie J McCarthy describing Another Day as her  ‘new favourite band.’ 

Former American Idol contestant Jonny West released a new EP on November 19th, “Meantime…” which shows listeners why this insanely talented artist made it to the top three on the show. 

Every once in a while, there’s a tune that comes along that easily sweeps you off your feet, and gives you that warm fuzzy feeling inside you didn’t even know you needed. As we are smack dab right in the middle of the season of all things cosy, merry and bright, this song is all of that and a pinch more. 

Indie-turned-rock artist Jordan Dean released a new two-song EP titled “Attention” on October 23rd. It features two re-released songs and is berserk!

Orkid is an artist from Sweden's far north who currently resides in the vibrant city of Stockholm. She recently made a remarkable comeback with her single ''Proud,'' which pays tribute to her late mother. Following this, Orkid released her new EP, ''Where Flowers Grow'' featuring five tracks, including the captivating single ''Bed of Roses''. 

Sometimes in the wake of discovery, you discover you’ve found something better than what you’d set out to look for in the first place. Not even necessarily better, but a more than suitable alternative, something different. The perpetual hunt for new music led me to Straylings one afternoon through the very happy medium of Spotify. Starting with some PJ Harvey, I let smart shuffle begin its industrious process.

Our Noise has teamed up with Ride’s Mark Gardener to remix their beloved hit ‘FLA’. This new version of the song features a compelling guitar hook that truly captivates the essence of the newly renovated song.

The sound of the Sixties is widely recognised as being the music that broke ways with the formulaic songs of the 1950s, and had musicians articulating their personal and political beliefs in a way only jazz greats could convey. There was as much optimism and anticipation of what the future might bring (sadly, not much). Many, would definitely say, instead, that musicians nowadays –or since then- have been trying to recapture that feeling into their own music.

Indie rock band, Lunar Vacation dropped their newest album “Everything Matters, Everything’s Fire” on September 13th, and the nine-song release is a must-have for any indie music fan. The group dropped the first single for the album titled ‘Set the Stage’ in mid-July and it is the most popular song off the album so far.

The music is a reflection of Alex’s experiences. Originally from East Windsor, NJ, at just 21, Alex Kolo had a chance to travel all over the world and study in Germany. Exploring different cultures and languages, Alex carries them through her life and pours them down into her music. Although the blend of cultural experiences might not be straightforwardly evident at first sight, they have contributed to the general layout of how Alex sees the world.

A modern take on classic R&B mixed with soul, Thee Sacred Souls have managed to release two new singles displaying their incredible talent for reviving 70s music that will rock anyone’s soul. The singles ‘Live For You’ and ‘Lucid Girl’ were dropped together on July 31st, although ‘Lucid Girl’ originally released earlier in June

Axel Flovent’s music has continued to grow alongside his artistry. His brand new album ‘Away from this dream’ is no different. Flovent is an Icelandic singer-songwriter who first burst onto the scene back in 2015 when he debuted his highly successful track ‘Forest Fires’. The track went on to exceed almost 80 million streams on spotify and get his face out on the music scene.

ORKID’s effervescent ode to death is just over three minutes of good ol’-fashioned alt-pop pining. Both cutting-edge-current and also reminiscent of the dirty pop-synth-disco days of 2009 indie sleaze. It’s not hard to imagine Kate Moss smoking a cigarette out a Paris window to its charmingly laid-back beat.