Based in Portland, Oregon, this synth-pop duo consists of Harlee Case and Josh Smith, who initially met in church as teenagers. Although they followed separate musical paths after high school – Harlee as solo folk singer and Josh in several bands – they reunited in 2015 following an ad on Instagram. Since then they’ve played venues such as The Urban Lounge and festivals like West Seattle Summer Fest. Inspired by 80s pop, Sylvan Esso and Chromatics, they debuted with “Hot Blooded” in 2021.
Singing about the emotional hurdles that come with doubt, their new single tackles the complex issue of dealing with the fear of being hurt while desperately wanting to trust your partner. Taken from their upcoming album “It Comes In Waves”, expected on May 15th, this electrifying song is a dreamy, 80s-infused synth-pop treat. With a buoyant beat and sparkling synths painting the neon-dipped sound-scape, it’s her melancholic vocals that give this tune an intimate touch.
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Hailing from Nova Scotia, this Canadian singer/songwriter was raised on rock and roll by music-loving parents. She joined the school band aged 9 and got her first guitar aged 16. However she chose a degree and a career in Chemical Engineering first. In 2020 she quit her job to pursue music full-time. Since then she’s played festivals like 
Exploring themes of emotional vulnerability and a struggle with self-worth, her new single captures a complex internal conflict over feeling undeserving of love. Taken from her album “Everybody Loves You…”, the song is an intricate amalgam of roots-rock, blues and soul. Starting with doo-wop guitar plucks, she layers it with a soft piano and cheeky fingersnaps, before full-bodied drums and an electric guitar solo join. And with her mighty vocals, this boisterous tune is an emotive rocker.
Born in the Bay Area of California and raised in Oregon, this singer and songwriter grew up surrounded by old soul music thanks to his dad who was in a band. Although he attempted singing in a choir in school, his quickly drifted back to his soul roots. Since then he’s performed at famed festivals like 
Telling the heartbreaking tale of the selfless act of letting someone go you really want to hold on to, his new single captures acceptance and self-discovery. Taken from his upcoming album “Just Let It”, expected on May 1st, this enchanting neo-soul ballad is a velvety R&B-touched slow jam. With a laidback rhythm, warm bass line and easygoing piano forging the beguiling melodic flavors, it’s the melancholy in his wide-ranging vocals that give this captivating tune an extraordinary charm.
Hailing from Sheffield, this British singer and songwriter grew up in church due to her father being a pastor and started singing gospel in its choir aged 10. She wrote her first song aged 16 and dropped out of school to pursue music full-time. She’s since played various festivals like 
Lyrically following a reckless night when two ex-lovers reunite and start reminiscing and partying, her new single sees their car crash relationship shift from metaphor to reality. Taken from her upcoming EP “Rosey”, expected in April, the song has a melodic foundation of alt-pop and modern R&B. Initially driven by an imposing bass and punchy beat, the song ascends to a distorted rock bridge. And with her mighty vocals, this captivating groove is a passionate and atmospheric gem. 
Born in Gällivare as Martin Wirén, this Swedish singer, songwriter and composer was introduced to his signature instrument the saxophone at a young age. He later moved to Stockholm to attend 
Produced while he was hospitalized for a heart issue, his new single served as a tool to feel human amidst the loneliness and the beeping of the monitors. Slightly moody and slow-burning, this multi-layered song blends genres by giving indie-pop a jazzy edge. The sonic atmosphere is forged by driving drums with an electronic intensity. And keeping the mellifluous vocals understated to let the expressive saxophone take centre stage, this luscious, euphonic tune is a harmonic treasure.
Hailing from Hull, this British singer and songwriter grew up listening to 50s music, 
Capturing the initial crushing disappointment in a lover, the inability to forget that person and the subsequent acceptance of the new reality, her new single is a nostalgic breakup song. Taken from her recently released EP “A Modern Girl”, this song is a 60s-inspired, emotion-filled ballad. The delightful vintage sound of the rhythmic drums, mellotron and classic Casio keyboards create a dreamy, film-noir soundscape. And with a sultry melancholy in her vocals, this heavenly tune is magic.
