In The Spotlight

Ray Bull – “All That You Are”

Brooklyn-based, this indie-pop duo was formed in 2019 by Tucker Elkins and Aaron Graham. They met studying visual arts at Cooper Union in New York, but it was after graduation that their musical journey began. They’ve played venues like The Troubadour in Los Angeles and The Atlantis in Washington DC, toured with Stephen Sanchez and played festivals like Osheaga and Shaky Knees. Inspired by Harry Nilsson, The Strokes and Frank Ocean, they released their debut “Mole Life” in 2021.

Narrated by an unreliable, indecisive and hypocritical narrator, their new single explores a conflicted romantic dynamic of wanting to be near without commitment. Taken from their upcoming album “Please Stop Laughing”, expected on May 8th, the song forges a multi-faceted melodic soundscape, ranging from soft synths and rousing drums to indie-pop guitars and sweet violins. And with a slight nonchalance in the stirring vocals, this polished tune captures both desire and duality.

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Music History

Ward Thomas – “Way Back When”

From their album “From Where We Stand” (2014):

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New Music

Michael Marcagi – “I Should Know Better”

From his album “Under The Streetlights” (2026):

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In The Spotlight

Elder Island – “Pink Lemon”

Hailing from Bristol, this British band was formed in 2014 and consists of Katy Sargent, Luke Thornton and David Havard. Originally named Trouvaille playing folk, they’re now named after a Canadian island and focus on electronica. They’ve played festivals like CRSSD Festival in the US and Stowaway Festival in the UK and venues like New York’s Bowery Ballroom and London’s Roundhouse. Inspired by Radiohead, Erykah Badu and Paul McCartney, they released their self-titled debut EP in 2014.

Championing the desire to be whisked away from the everyday, their new single celebrates the urge to escape monotony for a more adventurous life. Taken from their upcoming album “Hello Baby Okay”, expected on May 8th, this joyful soul-pop song uses classic 90s filters to give it a vintage feel. Wrapped in mellow nostalgia from the jangly guitars and retro beat, it’s filled with laid-back familiarity. And with her sun-drenched vocals, this hazy neo-disco groove sounds irresistible.

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Music History

The Christians – “I Found Out”

From their album “Colour” (1990):

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New Music

Freya Skye – “Golden Boy”

From her EP “Stardust” (2026):

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