In The Spotlight

Scotch Mist – “Patterns In The Sky”

Based in New York and consisting of Venezuelan-born lead singer Eduardo Zighelboim, Brazilian-born bassist Gianluca Girard and guitarist Fern Souza, this band evolved from Ed’s solo DIY project. Guided by people like Matthew Lewin of Magdalena Bay, they created an eclectic sound blending 70s and 80s music and disco, psych rock and indie-pop. Inspired by a wide-range of artists like Bee Gees, The Police and Steely Dan, they debuted as a trio with the single “yeahyeahyeah” in 2020.

Reminiscing of a real experience where a band member saw beautiful, glass-like patterns in the clouds while high on mushrooms, their new single uses the happening as a metaphor for unpredictable emotions in a relationship. Initially starting with an 80s electric synth drone, the song evolves into a sophisticated, 70s AOR-inspired smooth groove. With a soft drum, mellow keys and vibrant guitars, it’s the chill vibe of the harmonic vocals that escorts us through their colorful, sonic world.

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Music History

Phyllis Hyman – “Don’t Wanna Change The World”

From her album “Prime Of My Life” (1991):

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New Music

Reverend & The Makers – “UFO”

From their upcoming album “Is This How Happiness Feels?”, to be released on 24 April 2026:

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In The Spotlight

Tessa Rose Jackson – “Fear Bangs The Drum”

Born in Amsterdam and based in London, this British-Dutch singer and songwriter started her musical journey studying piano at the Junior Jazz College. At 15 she moved to London to study at the renowned BRIT School. Back in Amsterdam she studied at the Conservatory. Now splitting her time between the UK and The Netherlands, she’s played festivals like ESNS and The Great Escape. Inspired by Carole King, Feist and Tame Impala, she debuted with “(Songs From) The Sandbox” in 2013.

Singing about acknowledging fear in a turbulent world and embracing it rather than suppress it, her single wraps her lyrical turmoil in a luminous melody. Taken from her upcoming album “The Lighthouse”, expected on January 23rd, 2026, the songs backbone is the titular drum, but is soon paired with a warm guitar. And with the addition of spectral atmospherics and sprightly brass completing the tune, it’s her authentic vocals that merge all elements together into a lavish whole.

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Music History

Asia – “Don’t Cry”

From their album “Alpha” (1983):

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New Music

Sigrid – “Hush Baby, Hurry Slowly”

From her album “There’s Always More That I Could Say” (2025):

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