Press play on the latest edition of NOTION NOW, the playlist featuring the freshest tracks you need to hear.

'Leave Me Alone' by Reneé Rapp

Reneé Rapp kicks off her Bite Me era with ‘Leave Me Alone’, a fiery, no-holds-barred anthem that fuses chaos, confidence, and cutting pop brilliance. Backed by a wild, doppelgänger-filled video, the single marks a bold evolution in Rapp’s sound and attitude—raw, theatrical, and defiantly authentic. With Bite Me dropping 1st August, Renee proves she's not just reclaiming her story—she’s rewriting the rules of pop stardom on her own terms.

'A-Lister' by Romy Mars

Call Romy Mars a nepo baby if you like, but everyone's going mad for her at the moment, and rightly so. ‘A-Lister’ is exactly what you’d expect from Sofia Coppola’s daughter – a vivid recount of life as a teenage girl, injected with sex, drugs, and hazy melodies. We can’t wait to see what else she has to offer next.

'On Me' by LeoStayTrill

There’s no rest for NOTION The Artists Vol. 2 cover star LeoStayTrill, who has just released his debut EP, HOME ALONE. ‘On Me’ might be our favourite track, as the rapper ventures into Afroswing, with a sing-a-long flow and earworm-worthy beat. This one will be on repeat all bank holiday weekend.

‘Closer To Me’ by KOKOROKO

KOKOROKO have just released your new anthem for breezy summer days. Setting the tone for their upcoming album Tuff Times Never Last, the song showcases their signature blend of lush horns and rhythmic grooves. With a major headline show at London's O2 Academy Brixton on 25 September, KOKOROKO continue to solidify their place in the contemporary jazz and Afrobeat scene.

‘Hairclips’ by Niko B

Niko B turns up the charm on ‘Hairclips’, a sun-soaked, synth-heavy love song that’s equal parts rave-ready and romantic. With breezy vibes, funky beats, and his signature tongue-in-cheek lyricism, it’s tailor-made for festival highs this summer. Fresh off a sold-out EU tour, Niko continues to capture the chaos and joy of modern British life - one brilliantly weird banger at a time.

‘Carmen’ by Joy Crookes

Joy Crookes returns with Juniper, her long-awaited second album out 26 September, led by the bold and brilliant single ‘Carmen’ and its striking video. Crafted during a period of personal turmoil, the album dives deep into themes of love, identity, and resilience, showcasing Joy’s fearless voice and artistic evolution. With a major UK/EU tour announced , ‘Carmen’ marks a powerful new chapter for one of the UK’s most revered storytellers.

‘About To Begin’ by Barry Can’t Swim

Barry Can’t Swim kicks off his Loner rollout with ‘About to Begin’, a high-energy track built for live stages, packed with surging drops and relentless momentum. The single, released alongside the dreamy ‘Cars Pass By Like Childhood Sweethearts’, highlights Barry’s range - balancing euphoric club rhythms with delicate soundscapes. Following critical acclaim and major festival slots, the track cements Barry’s status as one of global electronic music's most rapidly rising stars.

'LOOK OUT FOR ME' by Turnstile

Turnstile's latest single, ‘Look Out For Me’, offers a captivating blend of post-punk energy and melodic depth, marking a significant evolution in their sound. The accompanying music video, directed by band members Brendan Yates and Pat McCrory, features Yates navigating the streets of Baltimore in a cinematic style, with dynamic visuals including slow-motion scenes .

‘TATATA’ by Burna Boy & Travis Scott

Global icon Burna Boy is back with a bang, dropping the heat on his latest collaborative record with Travis Scott. This explosive track is our new summer soundtrack. It’s genre-blending, channelling deep bass, Afrofusion grooves and trap-infused sounds into a mix that cranks up the energy even higher than before, and we’re turning the volume all the way up.

‘guilty’ by Kamal.

‘guilty’, the latest single from north west London’s own Kamal, is checking all the boxes. With silky vocals, emotional authenticity, and driving instrumentals, it's a coming of age record about the highs and lows of adolescence and intoxicated euphoria. Fresh off joining Central Cee on his UK arena tour, Kamal. is showing no signs of slowing down soon.