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Undiscovered is a weekly playlist sharing our pick of the best new music from the world's most exciting emerging musicians. You heard it here first.
"Daisy" by pinkpirate
Inspired by her partner, pinkpirate projects a positive queer narrative on her new single "Daisy", exploring the excitement and innocence that comes at the beginning stages of a queer relationship.
"50%" by Cariss Auburn
R&B rising star Cariss Auburn drops self-worth anthem "50%", delivering deliciously feisty y2k pop vibes.
"Deeper" by BLOODMOON
Indonesian-Australian artist Dougy Mandagi, lead singer of The Temper Trap (a.k.a. BLOODMOON) flexes his ethereal vocals on his latest cut "Deeper", a hypnotic, downtempo slow-burner.
"chihiro" by Cruel Sister
Named after the lead character from Studio Ghibli's 'Spirited Away', Cruel Sister drops her fourth single "chihiro", a dream-like tribute to the film that sounds like it could easily slot into the soundtrack for DiCaprio's "The Beach".
"Motels" by Royel Otis
Sydney duo Royel Otis drop the focus track from their EP "Motels", musing on a secret love interest. Harmonised vocals and undulating guitar leads lend a breezy-feel to this indie-pop output.
"Anywhere" by YAZ
North West London star YAZ reveals her earworm single "Anywhere", joining the troupe of Gen-Z stars harking back to a 2000s sound and aesthetic.
"Riverbed (feat. Birdy)" by Matt Ryder
Electronic prodigy Matt Ryder has linked with BRIT and GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter Birdy for this ethereal number that is a perfect harmony between the two artists.
"Bad Blood" by Josh Gabbana
Former BRIT school graduate and editor and founder of INSPIRED BY MUSIC drops brand new R&B track "Bad Blood".
"gaslight" by Cathy Jain
Chinese-British singer Cathy Jain explores the confusion and fun of having a new crush on her ethereal track "gaslight", vibrating with wobbly synths and sugarsweet pop vocals.
"Man Overboard" by Tom A. Smith
Sunderland indie talent Tom A. Smith's heartfelt vocals carry on "Man Overboard", the lead track from his upcoming EP. Considered his best work to date, "Man Overboard" comes after a busy summer for the star having played Glasto and been selected by Elton John himself to perform at British Summer Time in Hyde Park.
"Chimney Sweeper" by Kids of Adelaide
Kids of Adelaide reveal their latest track "Chimney Sweeper", the heart warming final instalment from their forthcoming album. The acoustic-driven release explores what it means to be human through the empathetic eyes of the duo.
