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Lucy Wroe – “Want You Back”

Born in Winchester and now based in London, this authentic singer and songwriter had music in her life since birth. After playing cello in school, her grandfather taught her to play the guitar aged 10. She spent a decade writing songs and honing an indie-folk sound, inspired by icons such as Kate Bush and Joni Mitchell. This led to the release of her debut EP “Thoughts On A Dream” in 2020.

Having enriched her lush sound with jazz-infused hues, inspired by Liannne La Havas and Jessie Ware, her new single offers a rich palette of colorful sonic influences. Keeping an easy-going vibe throughout, she injects a lively rhythm, enchanting keys and crisp guitars for her warm and soothing vocals to play with. And with a rousing saxophone solo, you’ll have this sumptuous jam on repeat.

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Alexa Villa – “Not Your Fool”

Growing up in San Diego in a musical family, this talented singer/songwriter started classical piano training aged 7. Always honing her skills, she began playing clubs with her parent’s band and performed on The Warped Tour. Now Los Angeles-based, she’s opened for Ryan Cabrera and The Darkness. Influenced by Miley Cyrus, Alanis Morissette and Led Zeppelin, she released her debut EP “Act 1” in 2017.

Written a few months after her toxic relationship ended, her new single tells the story about how to reclaim power after a break up. Taken from her latest album “Good Girl”, she wraps the empowering lyrics in an 80s-touched rock tune. From the retro-sounding rhythm and vivid guitars to her contemporary bubbly vocals, this infectious groove is bursting with new-found sonic freedom and fierceness.

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Tor Miller – “Focus”

Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, this passionate singer and songwriter got interested in music aged 12 after his mom gave him albums of 70s and 80s artists like Elton John, David Bowie and Billy Joel to listen to on his daily commute. He started taking piano lessons and attended NYU’s Clive Davis School Of Music by day and performing by night. He released his debut EP “Headlights” in 2015.

Starting with mellow, 80s-infused synths and a crisp retro rhythm, his new single has a velvety, Phil Collins-like vibe. Sounding like the sleek, heartfelt ballads from the neon decade, he added a few contemporary electronic effects to bring it up to date. And with his hypnotic, silken vocals conveying every lyrical emotion with zeal, this delicious, vintage-dipped smooth groove is well worth focusing on.

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Daisy Briggs – “All That I Wanted”

Born in Rhode Island surrounded by a wild menagerie of rescued animals, this singer and songwriter felt like her life was a country song. She started taking guitar lessons and vocal coaching aged 13 and performed an original song at an open mic night in Nashville at 14. Inspired by Miranda Lambert, Sheryl Crow and Sam Hunt, she released her debut  “Once Upon A Time In A Small Town” in 2021.

Chronicling the pain felt when someone you trusted ends up hurting you, her new single is meant to offer solace in the knowledge that you’re not alone. Wrapping her story in colorful sonic hues, she blends contemporary pop with abundant country warmth. With an avid rhythm and rich, stirring guitars giving the melody a polished finish, it’s her passionate vocals that make this the tune you wanted.

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Cristóvam – “Golden Days”

Born in warm sunlight of the Azores Islands of Portugal, this authentic singer and songwriter grew up surrounded by music. His grandfather was a true radio pioneer, who left a massive record collection. Immersed in the music by Dire Straits, Pink Floyd and Supertramp, his passion grew. Inspired by organic songwriters like Ray Lamontagne and Bob Dylan, he debuted with “Walk In The Rain” in 2016.

Recollecting an easy-going, youthful spontaneity, his new single is emitting airy, sunlit hues. Proving that you don’t need much to create something of pure beauty, at first it’s just fresh, acoustic guitars and his comforting vocals that relay the nostalgic story. They’re later joined by a slightly more upbeat vibe from the mellow drums, encapsulating both yore and the springtime promise of things to come.

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Franki August – “Kinda Sorta Maybe”

Born in South Africa and raised in New Zealand, this emerging singer and songwriter grew up surrounded by music. Listening to a wide range of artists like Bob Dylan, Tracy Chapman and The Rolling Stones opened up her musical world. She spent time as a drummer in her school band, but found her love of storytelling and the guitar. She released her debut “Wouldn’t Change A Thing” in 2021.

Narrating an emotional story about the jittery feeling when you fall in love and have to let fate take over, her new single gives an easy-going melody a little bit of grit. Blending a classic folk-pop ballad with a touch of country, this full-bodied tune effortlessly fuses with her emotive, gravelly vocals. Taking the listener on a sonic journey, you’re kinda, sorta, definitely going to love this lush jam.

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