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‘ROLE MODEL’ by Internet Girl, Master Peace

Punchy and electrifying, Internet Girl’s latest track, ‘ROLE MODEL’, features rising indie star Master Peace. Oozing the utmost swag whilst radiating post-punk vigour, the garage rock trio build on their dark-toned bedroom pop, adding a piercing bass guitar to drive the track.

‘Silence Through These Walls’ by Natalie Red

Taking her electronic groove and high-octane synthesisers to greater heights, Natalie Red’s ‘Silence Through These Walls’ sees her ramp up the BPM. Marking the third track on her debut EP, the single sounds totally melancholic, twisting and turning through nostalgia as she puts her mark on the scene.

‘Give Up The Fear’ by Nia Smith

British soul star Nia Smith reclaims her power in ‘Give Up The Fear’. Taking old-school R&B and bringing it into the 21st century, the track encompasses an upbeat production, emitting a totally fresh sound that holds her sunken vocals atop.

‘Assassin Riddim’ by Reek0, BXKS

Dropping his 5-track EP, Tell Me Some More, today, Tottenham’s own Reek0 proves that he is one of the hottest names in the game. On the second track, ‘Assassin Riddim’, Reek0 delivers a signature blistering garage-infused beat and brings on underground sensation BXKS for a fiery feature.

‘Simple’ by Lei Lowe

New Orleans native, Lei Lowe, pours her heart into ‘Simple’, a soul-stirring anthem of self-love and resilience born from the ashes of an abusive relationship and the tragic loss of her producer. Amidst gentle soothing melodies that fuse pop and R&B, Lei ventures on a journey of healing and growth.

‘ALIVE’ by Finn Foxell

Marking his first track of 2024, Shepherds Bush wordsmith Finn Foxell is back in the game with a fresh mindset. Now set on releasing music that has been meticulously crafted, ‘ALIVE’ sees him channel the yearning to feel alive in a world that numbs us. Through a concoction of indie and hip-hop, Finn speaks for his generation across a funky production with trumpet interludes.

‘En Lo Mío’ by B0ryan

Rising hip-hop hotshot, B0ryan brings all the sultry vibes in his newest track, ‘En Lo Mío’. Enveloped in his confident delivery, the laid-back production rides a mellow beat, with his lyrics transitioning between English and Spanish, creating a blend of wordplay that captures carefree moments in time.

‘eyes wide open’ by kwn

Exploring the realisation of possessing deeper feelings for an ex, kwn lays her heart bare in ‘eyes wide open’. Hoping to soak in the same accolades that accompanied her previous single, ‘lord i’ve tried’—garnering support from Stormzy and BBC Radio 1—she rides an easy-going beat as she brings alluring piano melodies to the forefront.

‘It’s Ur Birthday’ by Treanne

Doing what she does best and stripping it back, Treanne’s vocals are shattering porcelain glass in ‘It’s Ur Birthday’. Taken from debut EP, 20/20, the track focuses on the transition from adolescence into adulthood, powering through searing growing pains, she bares her soul deeper than ever before.

‘Chained Up’ by Snow Strippers

Enigmatic and explosive, Snow Strippers ramp up the volume on ‘Chained Up’. Offering their hallmark electronic sound, the track is a haunting lo-fi house firecracker, revving their goth and punk energy full throttle.

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