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Bianca James – “Monaco”

Born in Montreal to an Italian father and a British mother, this Canadian singer and songwriter grew up dreaming about the wild and free lifestyle of the French Riviera and the swinging rock ‘n’ roll scene of 60s London. Singing along to her parents’ vintage records, she’s honed her voice. Inspired by Motown and Stax and classic Britpop as well as Amy Winehouse, she’s ready to take on the world.

Combining her most vivid dreams with her own travel experiences, her debut single transports the listener to the glitz and glamour of the Riviera of the swinging 60s. Taken from her upcoming, self-titled album, expected on August 4th, the invigorating track opens with a wild go-go rhythm. And with the retro organ tones, warm sax and her sparkling vocals, this tune is a sunlit buoyant banger.

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Joseph – “Fireworks”

Named after the small town in Oregon where they spent their summers, this pop-folk trio of siblings were born to a jazz musician dad and a theater teacher mom. The three sisters, Natalie, Meegan and Allison Closner, have graced several festival stages, such as Coachella and Lollapalooza, as well as going on tour supporting James Bay. They self-released their debut album “Native Dreamer Kin” in 2014.

Singing about refusing to compromise on a romantic ideal, their new effervescent single is searching for that one person that sparks fireworks. Taken from their latest album “The Sun”, it’s the melodic explosion from the driving rhythm, joyous guitars and their perfectly tuned harmonies that makes this high-spirited pop, folk and country mix erupt in a vibrant stadium-ready sonic blast.

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Ryan Mack – “I Should Have Stayed At Home”

Grown up in Newbridge, County Kildare, this Irish singer and songwriter studied songwriting at the BIMM Institute in Dublin. He went on to audition for renowned manager Louis Walsh, which earned him a place in the then newly-formed boy band HomeTown. After the band disbanded in 2016, he embarked on a solo career. Inspired by Counting Crows and Joni Mitchell, he debuted with “Sofa” in 2018.

Lyrically catching the moment when you have outgrown the wild, carefree parties of your youth, his new single navigates the changes which growing up inevitably bring with it. Starting slow with some bass plucks and his storytelling vocals, the track comes alive in the bouncy chorus. With a sunlit vibe from the added rhythm and fresh keys, this catchy tune is worth staying at home for.

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AISTÈ – “What’s Going On”

Originally hailing from Lithuania, this fiery London-based singer and songwriter lived all over Europe before calling the UK home. Initially studying for a different career path, she graduated from the London School of Economics, before fully committing to music. Drawing wide-ranging inspiration from Stax Records’ soul, Jimi Hendrix and The Beatles, she released her debut single “Say When” in 2018.

Attempting to vocalize the social, economic and cultural entropy we’re currently in, her new single is a 70s-infused psychedelic sonic kaleidoscope. Taken from her upcoming album “The Theory Of Everything”, expected on May 19th, it’s the flower-powered anthemic feel of the stalwart tune, the spiritual harmonies and her powerful vocals, that make this rich, prismatic groove a celestial retro trip.

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The Lost Hours – “Miss America”

Born and raised in Leeds as Callum James Hamilton, this British singer and songwriter found his passion after discovering his father’s record collection. He moved to London in 2017 and started honing his craft by gigging every night. Having created an unique sound by blending eclectic musical influences and inspired by Joni Mitchell and Nick Drake, he debuted with “To Be Alone” in 2019.

Paying tribute to the countless young lives lost in America due to gun violence and making a poignant commentary about the prevention of these tragedies, his new single makes a lyrical stand. Recorded live and in one take, he envelops his meaningful words with a shimmering folk-pop melody. With a driving beat, colorful guitars and his touching vocals, this tune is a profound sonic statement.

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Lisa Crawley – “Without You”

Born in New Zealand and now L.A.-based, this award-winning singer/songwriter has loved music since the age of 4. Also an actress she played ‘GIRL’ in the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Her original music has been featured in TV-shows like Nancy Drew and Stumptown. She has also opened for Suzanne Vega, John Mayer and Simply Red. She debuted with her EP “Shoot The Night” in 2007.

Translating the struggles of making decisions guided by your heart, rather than your head into relatable lyrics, her new single is an intricate blend of retro pop, classic soul and R&B. Taking us on a sonic journey through a breezy soundscape, it’s the soothing guitars, bouncy rhythm and vintage organ gracing her enchantingly warm vocals that make this spellbinding tune sound authentic and stylish.

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