Listen to this week’s edition of UNDISCOVERED, featuring our pick of the best new music from the world’s most exciting emerging musicians.

‘If You Want Me’ by Michi

Following in the footsteps of innovators like Cleo Sol and Erika de Casier, Michi is putting her uniquely soulful R&B on the map. Recently signing to Stones Throw Records, the Latinx artist based out in LA sends out a powerful message of love and lust on her new single, ‘If You Want Me’.

‘Diligence’ by A.I.M & Novelist

Features from Novelist, PREM and Benji Smalls are just the tip of the iceberg on A.I.M’s raucous new mixtape, Composure Lost, Composure Found. On lead single ‘Dilligence’, he raps in deep baritones, reminding himself of the end goal and the journey he’ll have to continue on to get there.  

‘More Heat!’ by Deadletter

The Steve Lamacq approved Deadletter are back with another punk-jazz concoction in the form of ‘More Heat!’. Sizzling riffs and sharp saxophone leads entwine to create a restless vibe, setting you off-kilter as we’re taken through voids of self-deception and denial.

Polymathic actor and artist Jordan Alexander is a pop icon in the making. Dissolving a dramatic summer of love into a tale of heartbreak, her new single, ‘Out Of Reach’ adds to her arsenal of hooky tracks. The single is taken from her forthcoming debut album, Now You’re Caught Up, which arrives at the beginning of next month.

‘Out Of Reach’ by Jordan Alexander

‘Double Love’ by Cairo

Rapidly rising Cairo simultaneously announced his debut EP, Double Love, and released its title track this week. Combining R&B, soul and jazz to create an infectious soundscape, the north London artist glides his intricate vocals wistfully over the instrumentation, as he mulls over the complexities of love and identity. 

‘Fluid’ by Fie Eike

Fie Eike’s new single ‘Fluid’ immerses listeners in an ethereal underwater world, exploring the concept of fluidity and the struggle to maintain a sense of self amidst the need for belonging. With its blend of delicate vocals, electronic elements, and field recordings, the track creates a haunting yet hopeful soundscape that captures both vulnerability and transformation.

‘Double Vision’ by Brodie and Skepsis

Now that festival season is in full swing, we all need an excuse to throw up some gunfingers. Brodie and Skepsis have pulled together to create the perfect weekend anthem; ‘Double Vision’ is an organ-driven roller brimming with breaks and bass, as the duo combine powerful vocals with the visceral essence of DnB to lock off any rave they might find themselves at. 

‘Forget It’ by Hippo Campus

US indie darlings Hippo Campus give us the latest taste of their forthcoming LP, Flood in the form of ‘Forget It’. Navigating success and imposter syndrome as the continue to grow in fame, the single follows recent standout sets at iconic festivals and venues like Lollapalooza, Hinterland and even a support slot for Killer Mike. 

‘First To Apologise’ by Ella McRobb

Tackling the emotional vulnerabilities that come with being in your twenties, Ella McRobb’s standout single, ‘First To Apologise’ analyses the complexities of communication in a deteriorating relationship. Equally cathartic to make as it is to listen, the song looks set to add to the attention the singer-songwriter has already received, as she builds on support from BBC 6 Music and other tastemakers. 

‘EASY’ by Montykeates

montykeates returns with 'EASY', a high-octane hyper-rock anthem that channels the energy of moving on. Blending DnB, electro, and rock, the track is an electrifying ode to letting go of past baggage and embracing new beginnings. With raw lyrics and a raucous beat, 'EASY' is a liberating soundtrack for wiping away what’s holding you back.