In The Spotlight

Ventrelles – “It’s In The Papers”

Based in Manchester, this British band consists of Phil Knox, Connor Long, Paul Mawhinny and Gaykord Knott. Their name came to Phil in 2014 when living in Chicago and is derived from the local travelcard Ventra and the L-train. Since their inception they’ve played various venues like The Victoria Inn as well as festivals such as Glastonbury and the Confessional Festival. Inspired by Phil Spector, Pale Fountains and Echo & The Bunnymen, they debuted with “She’s Got It Down” in 2017.

Capturing a restless energy balancing reminiscing with progressing forward, their new single blends a touch of euphoria with a taste of psychedelia. Rooted in a 90s-dipped Mancunian Britpop sound, the song adds their own contemporary edge to it. With summery guitars, steady drums and Isabella Baker’s violin adding a multitude of sonic layers to the wistful melody, it’s the rich, emotion-filled vocals that make this laid-back indie-pop groove light up even the darkest of days.

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Music History

Gloria Gaynor – “Honey Bee”

From her album “Never Can Say Goodbye” (1975):

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New Music

Kensington – “Call You Home”

From their album “First Rodeo” (2025):

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Music History

John Mayer – “No Such Thing”

From his album “Room For Squares” (2001):

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New Music

Abbie Piper – “Better On My Own”

From her EP “Mirror Talk”, to be released on 5 December 2025:

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In The Spotlight

Philip La Rosa – “Zero Gravity”

Based in Fremantle, WA, this Australian singer and songwriter first discovered his passion for music at the age of 10. He grew up watching Rage, a music video TV show, and playing guitar with his brother. Since starting his career he’s collaborated with multi-platinum producer duo The Banton Brothers. After a hiatus from singing and performing, he returned working with producer Nic Rollo. Inspired by Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake and P!nk, he released his debut single “Pride” in 2016.

Using the metaphor of moving at the speed of light and feeling weightless at the same time, his new single describes how deep and intense a connection between two lovers can be. Intricately weaving a 90s electronic sound with a slight 80s pop aesthetic, the song is a nostalgic sonic trip. Melodically constructed from shimmering synths and a reverberating beat, it’s his exuberant vocals dipped in electronic wizardry, that make this bouncy groove sound both retro and modern.

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