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Listen to this week’s edition of UNDISCOVERED, featuring our pick of the best new music from the world’s most exciting emerging musicians.
‘’Til the Morning’ by Royel Otis
‘Till the Morning’ by Royel Otis is a hypnotic journey through love, longing and the uncertainty of relationships. The Australian duo’s warm lyricism, compelling vocals and woozy guitar led sound is a perfect blend. The track is the final song on their second album PRATTS & PAIN.
‘Faith’ by Nukuluk
‘Faith’ is a deeply introspective exploration of complex familial ties and inherited belief, merging agnostic reflections with an evocative, genre-blending soundscape, from rising south east London collective, Nukuluk. Anchored by a haunting Imogen Heap sample, the track showcases the collective's ability to seamlessly blend experimental hip-hop with raw emotional storytelling, solidifying their position as one of the UK's most inventive and underrated musical forces.
‘Sit Down’ by Konyikeh
‘Sit Down’ by Konyikeh is a mesmerising and soulful take on romantic comedies with hints of guitar and violin to add to the unique sound of the track. Konyikeh’s music is deeply influenced by her Cameroonian and Jamaican heritage as well as her diverse musical upbringing. ‘Sit Down’ marks the natural evolution and growth of her singer-songwriter journey from her earlier release ‘Sorrow’ to today.
‘The Recogniser’ by Terra Twin
‘The Recogniser’ by Terra Twin is a potent blend of warm fuzz tones and dreamy noise, anchored by Maxim Baldry's evocative vocals that navigate an emotional, post-apocalyptic landscape. With its cinematic feel and compelling storytelling, the track solidifies Terra Twin's place among the new wave of indie bands pushing the boundaries of sound and narrative.
‘12345’ by MEYY & Moon Sujin
MEYY's new single ‘12345’ featuring Moon Sujin is an infectious blend of upbeat electronic pop with a hopeful, melodic twist, showcasing her raw vocals and multicultural influences. The track serves as a vibrant preview of her upcoming immersive EP, promising a captivating audio-visual journey through the complexities of modern love.
‘FORÇA’ by Bikôko
Bikôkô’s new single ‘Força’ is a mesmerising journey through lush, textured soundscapes that seamlessly blend experimental beats with hints of R&B, jazz, and soul. Featuring the ethereal voices of AMORE and irenegarry, the track pulses with dynamic energy, perfectly capturing Bikôkô’s reflective musings on burnout and the yearning for simplicity, making it a deeply evocative preview of her upcoming EP, A 1 IS BETTER THAN A 0.
‘Clementine’ by Yannis & The Yaw
Yannis & The Yaw, led by Foals’ Yannis Philippakis, started in 2016 with drummer Tony Allen. After Allen’s death in 2020, Yannis completed the project in his memory with ‘Lagos Paris London’. The final track, ‘Clementine’, stands out with its upbeat, melodic vocals and vibrant jazz influences, underscored throughout by its distinctive drumbeat and bassline.
‘Guess It’s Wrecked’ by Moin
Featuring Olan Monk, ‘Guess It’s Wrecked’ is an earthy single from the London-based post-punk collective. Boasting the ethereal vocals of James K, undercut by Coby Sey’s trembling reverberations throughout, and combined with the songwriting of Irish experimental pop artist Olan Monk, the track walks a line between comfortable familiarity and chaotic uncertainty – a testimony to their experimental nature.
‘Wristwatch’ by MJ Lenderman
‘Wristwatch’ offers a flavour of what’s to come from singer-songwriter MJ Lenderman’s forthcoming album ‘Manning Fireworks’. As the guitarist of indie rock band Wednesday, his solo project adopts more of a country slant, with a strong emphasis on storytelling. Comical, twangy, and somewhat tragic, ‘Wristwatch’ is a track that embraces his guitar skills and reaps the genius of his lyricism.
‘Awen’ by Tristwch y Fenywod
From their self-titled debut album, ‘Awen’ is the ominously charming single from Tristwch y Fenywod – the three-piece group pivoting Welsh-language music into experimental gothic rock. With enchanting instrumentals and deep swings of wallowing tribal vocals, they conjure the essence of an ancient coven in the Welsh mountains. Translating to ‘Muse’ in English, ‘Awen’ explores a realm of sumptuous natural imagery, from stones to stars.
‘Who Is She’ by Nellie Charles
Nellie Charles returns with the soulful single ‘Who Is She’, blending neo-soul with R&B elegance. The track highlights her jazz-inspired sound, featuring live instrumentation and melancholic vocals. With nods to Amy Winehouse and Lauryn Hill, Nellie's smooth delivery and authentic storytelling continue to solidify her place as a rising R&B star.
‘panic!’ by Germano
Germano’s new single ‘panic!’ dives deep into alt-pop darkness, reflecting his personal anxieties about success in the music industry. With distorted vocals, eerie panting, and a hypnotic 808 bassline, the track showcases Germano’s most experimental sound yet. As a full-package DIY artist, he self-produces, writes, and directs his visuals, offering a raw, unfiltered look into his world.