In The Spotlight

Darcy Fox – “Lifting Weights”

Based in Melbourne, this Australian singer and songwriter grew up in a musical family and was always singing, partially thanks to her mum, who is a musician and singing teacher. She then taught herself to play the guitar. As a teenager she started taking any gig she could in order to hone her craft. She started her career with a country sound but later added folk-pop and indie-rock. Inspired by Taylor Swift, Maggie Rogers and Phoebe Bridgers, she released her debut “I’m Here” in 2010.

Lyrically conveying that someone who’s having a hard time does not have to carry the weight of the world on their shoulders alone, her new single shows that there are people to help you, support you and, if needed, be your strength. With her emotive lyrics wrapped in a warm, intimate soundscape, the comforting melody is created using a mellow guitar and an easy percussion. And with her soothing vocals reaching deep down to your soul, this vulnerable tune takes your breath away.

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Music History

John Hiatt – “Slow Turning”

From his album “Slow Turning” (1988):

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New Music

Betty Who – “RUN!”

Returning after a two year hiatus, this is the new single by Australian songstress Betty Who:

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In The Spotlight

JB Elwood – “Visiting Hours”

Based in Austin, Texas, this singer and songwriter grew up bouncing around the country from West Virginia to Nashville. Influenced by hearing Slash play guitar on “Appetite For Destruction” by Guns N’ Roses and the gift of a 1960s Gibson Dove guitar from his grandfather Eugene ‘Poppy’ Jackson, who was a self-taught musician in his own right, first set him on his musical path. Inspired by artists like Tom Petty, Michael Jackson and The Eagles, he released his debut single “Say Oh” in 2022.

Written while in hospital and conveying the devastating feeling of abandonment by the person you believed would always be there to support you, his new single takes that heartbreak and douses it in sheer positivity. Blending lively pop with rousing Americana, the song starts with a driving beat and an emotive electric guitar. Ascending to the rock-infused chorus adds another cinematic layer to the melody. And with the raw ache in his vocals, this is an anthemic experience.

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Music History

Kim Wilde – “Heart Over Mind”

From her album “Love Is” (1992):

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New Music

Pulp – “Spike Island”

From their upcoming album “More”, to be released on 6 June 2025:

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