MATTIS takes us ‘Into The Night’ with his enigmatic new single.
His baritone vocals offer a soulful elegance whilst remaining respectful to the darkness and delirium that often accompanies a period of sadness and loss.
Sounds like: Rationale, Ben Pearce, James Blake, Sampha
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Introducing Laarsen, an innovative electronic artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist.
Slotting nicely into the musical realms of James Blake and Frank Ocean, Laarsen samples with the electronic (modern synthesisers, beats and production techniques) and natural (vocal recordings, vinyl samples, and organic instrumentation), merging sounds from the past, present, and future.
Listen to the ‘Would U’ below, and expect a debut EP in the Spring.
Sounds like: Ben Pearce, Lane 8, James Blake, Burial, Mura Masa, Jim E-Stack, Jacques Greene, Kelela, Frank Ocean
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Hansaa & Soso – Nights Feat Emma Sameth
Australian outfit Hansaa & Soso shares the new video for ‘Nights’ featuring the delicate vocal tones of Los Angeles-based Emma Sameth.
The visuals, directed by Julian Pircher, watch a young man follow his desires for a lady as she is laid out right in front of him.
Sounds like: VÉRITÉ, Kuru Blue, Banks
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Sunan – Faster
Introducing Sunan, the vibrant new project from Pete Robertson.
Despite taking himself away from the music scene after departing The Vaccines, Sunan has had a “controlled explosion” of ideas from “minimalist string quartets to maximalist 80s-style prog pop.”
One of these results is ‘Faster’, which covers a kaleidoscope of unshackled themes and variations.
Sounds like: LCD Soundsystem, Everything Everything, Alt-J, Peter Gabriel, Talking Heads
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MATTIS – The Chain
We absolutely love Copenhagen-based viking soul MATTIS.
His new single ‘The Chain’ is written about the demise of a failed relationship (we’ve all been there). Ultimately life is tough but there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
Sounds like: Rationale, Ben Pearce, James Blake, Sampha, Thomas Azier
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Xie – Habits
We’ve all got ‘Habits’ but none are as positive as Los Angeles-based producer and singer Xie.
Taking a fresh perspective on pop music, Xie is paving the way for female producers with her new song!
‘Habits’ is out now via Seeking Blue Records.
Sounds like: Sofi Tukker, Crystal Fighters, The Knocks, Charli XCX, CHLØË BLACK
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Kuzo – Luna
This laid-back duo have big dreams in their heads. Meet Kuzo.
The video for ‘Luna’ explores nature during the day, epitomising a dream-like state, waiting for the moon to come out.
Sounds like: VÉRITÉ, Noosa
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Shadowlark – See Each Other Right
British trio Shadowlark single ‘See Each Other Right’ blends sounds similar to that of Goldfrapp and Fleetwood Mac.
It’s another hypnotic song to add to their synth-tinged roster, further showcasing front woman Ellen Smith’s mysterious vocals.
Sounds like: Bat For Lashes, Lykke Li, Goldfrapp, Fleetwood Mac
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More Giraffes – Basement
Futuristic pop duo More Giraffes (aka Mark Hadley and Keeley Bumford) are pinned to grab your attention with their short and snappy production techniques, colourful vocal loops and fresh melodies.
Listen to their debut single, ‘Basement’ below.
Sounds like: Charli XCX, Manila Killa
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Josh Jacobson – Sideline Feat. Gigamesh
Josh Jacobson is effortlessly combining modern R&B with dance-pop in his new single ‘Sideline’ featuring co-production from Gigamesh.
On the subject of the song, he explains,
“Sideline is a song about growth and building in new directions, learning to let go when it’s necessary to move forward. It’s about those inner voices at times of transition that are at once exciting but so challenging emotionally. I think these lyrics will resonate with a lot of people in different ways, so I’m excited to hear how people relate to the song.”
Sounds like: Le Youth, Drake, Justin Timberlake, The Weeknd
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Every now and then our posts border into the tech side of electronic music.
One such track that we are currently fans of is ‘Wired’ by Swiss producer, Pablo Nouvelle – the title track from his forthcoming album, which features the soulful vocal tones of Lulu James.
‘Wired’ immediately sucks you in upon first listen. It’s a moody journey that is led by a continual melody with elegant strings and club-enthralling production.
It is the title track from his forthcoming album, out
Sounds like: Henri, Flight Facilities, Ben Pearce, Jonas Rathsman, Tube & Berger
This is one of our favourite bands. Nottingham-based April Towers return with a rebellious new number called ‘Takes One To Know One’.
Once again, the duo have cleverly blended new wave sounds with bold, modern electronica.
Expect their debut album ‘Certified Freaky’ (co-produced by Ben Pearce) to be released early next year.
Sounds like: New Order, LCD Soundsystem, Depeche Mode, Cut Copy, Hot Chip, OMD, Pet Shop Boys
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Copenhagen-based superstar in the making, MATTIS, shares his stunning debut, ‘Loverboy’.
This self confessed “viking soul” uses somewhat minimalistic production, relying heavily on his vocals (think James Blake or Sampha), but ‘Loverboy’ also tells an emotive story, driven from a dark place that MATTIS found himself in three years ago, having lost his apartment following a break up, and generally feeling like a lone wolf away from the pack.
The single is out via Sony Music in Scandinavia and Tigerspring/The Orchard elsewhere.
Sounds like: Rationale, Ben Pearce, James Blake, Sampha
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Laurel
Laurel is a 21 year old from London who writes tracks about lust and love. She already has an impressive backlog of songs just waiting to be released to the public.
Following on from a killer track with Shadow Child and Ben Pearce is Laurel’s new single ‘Blue Blood’; a simple, yet devastatingly powerful vocal melodies shimmer above string-infused orchestral instrumentation, with a huge backdrop of thumping drums.
Sounds like: Soft as Snow, Broods, Tove Lo, Lorde, Lana Del Rey
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Le Youth – Feel Your Love Feat. Javeon (RAC remix)
Le Youth is back, this time with Javeon in tow and complete with a remix courtesy of RAC.
Javeon’s voice remains intact on ‘Feel Your Love’, but RAC breathes some summertime vibes into what is already a sterdy 90’s inspired R&B based track by the L.A. producer.
We were initially concerned that Le Youth may have pigeoned himself into a genre that will soon pass in popularity, but having watched him play last week we are certain that the talented producer is here to stay.
Pre order the original on iTunes.
Sounds like: Javeon, RAC, Disclosure, Lane 8, Ben Pearce, Ben Khan, Duke Dumont, Foxes
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Le Youth
Le Youth (aka Wes James or ‘The Youth’ if you are in France) is the uber cool remixer of the moment.
Growing up in Ohio during the US R&B and UK garage peak of the 90’s (and later moving to L.A.), there are clear cross-border influences in Le Youth’s music. To date, remixes under his belt include those of Sam Smith and Disclosure.
His latest tropitronica triumph is ‘Dance With Me’ featuring Dominique Young Unique whereby Le Youth samples TLC’s ‘No Scrubs’. Check out the cheeky vid below:
It is undoubtedly clear that Le Youth does it all for the absolute love of music, which makes him a pretty loveable guy. Oh yea son we’re talking to you.
He has just finished his UK tour, but we are sure he’ll be back in no time.
Purchase on iTunes via Sign Of The Times here.
Sounds like: Lane 8, Disclosure, Sam Smith, Ben Pearce, Ben Khan, Duke Dumont, Foxes
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