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Zhao – Lifetime

Zhao

Introducing Zhao, a self-taught multi-instrumentalist as pure as they come. Also the producer and vocalist of his solo project, Zhao’s new EP ‘Ride’ takes you on a journey blissful collection of upbeat love songs tinged with regret and doubt, effortlessly combining classical with modern electronic pop.

The first single release from the EP is called ‘Lifetime’ and is probably the most enchanting of the four tracks.

His EP ‘Ride’ is out on 27 October. Pre-order here.

Sounds like: Roosevelt, Summer Heart, Washed Out, Neon Indian, Honne, Thomas Azier, Hurts, Josef Salvat, Goldroom

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Ben Phipps – Mrs Mr Feat. Lizzy Land

Ben Phipps - Mrs Mr Feat. Lizzy Land

Some things are just meant to be. Take Swedish-born/NYC-residing producer and label owner Ben Phipps and Los Angeles-based Lizzy Land.

Ben discovered Lizzy’s music via his Discover Weekly playlist on Spotify so reached out to her about making a track together. The result is ‘Mrs Mr’, which celebrates Lizzy’s delicate tones and Ben’s ability to create melodic indietronica.

Sounds like: Emma Louise, VÉRITÉ, Draper, NoMBe, Ayer, Evvy, Micky Blue, Josef Salvat, Gryffin, Jack LNDN

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Ben Phipps – Don’t Wake Me Up Feat. Mike Ruby

Ben Phipps

Ben Phipps is shrinking the distance between dance and indietronica with his unique blend of genres.

The Stockholm-based producer has just shared ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’ featuring Mike Ruby, possibly his strongest track to date.

The ease at which Ben creates a track with luscious melodies and a soothing bed of organic instrumentals is perfect for Ruby’s suave vocals to intertwine with.

Sounds like: NoMBe, Ayer, Evvy, Micky Blue, Josef Salvat, Gryffin

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Thomas Azier – Gold

Thomas Azier - Gold

Thomas Azier – Gold

Perhaps his most commercial release to date, Thomas Azier releases ‘Gold’ and announces his sophomore album, ‘Rouge’.

Striking in it’s nature, ‘Gold’ showcases Thomas’s new direction of no compromise piano-led pop. Addressing the joy of love, while acknowledging its pitfalls, ‘Gold’ leads us with celebratory choruses and falsetto vocals.

Disclosure: I am Thomas Azier’s publicist at the time of writing.

TOUR DATES

06.04 FR Rennes, Festival Mythos
19.04 FR Bourges, Théâtre Jacques Coeur
18.05 BE Brussels, Orangerie
22.05 UK London, Electrowerkz
24.05 NL Nijmegen, Doornroosje
25.05 NL Eindhoven, Effenaar
26.05 NL Amsterdam, Melkweg
30.05 FR Nantes, Stereolux
31.05 FR Paris, Le Trianon
01.06 FR Tourcoing, Le Grand Mix
06.06 FR Lyon, Epicerie Moderne
07.06 FR Bordeaux, Rocher de Palmer
09.06 FR Strasbourg, La Laiterie

Thomas’ album will be out on 12 May via Virgin/Universal Music and is available for pre-order here.

Sounds like: Josef Salvat

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Thomas Azier – Winners

Thomas Azier

Thomas Azier

Thomas Azier has just shared the beautiful video for the uplifting ‘Winners’.

The now Paris-based Azier continues to bare his soul and evolve his sound through classical composition, using a single loop to build ‘Winners’ into an unforgettable climax.

Disclosure: I am Thomas Azier’s publicist at the time of writing.

Expect news of his sophomore album very soon.

Sounds like: Josef Salvat

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Thomas Azier – Talk To Me

Thomas Azier by Paul Rousteau

Thomas Azier by Paul Rousteau

Thomas Azier has been a busy man since we last shared his music, and his move from Paris to Berlin has had a clear impact on him.

Taking a classical approach, Thomas is focusing more on his songwriting and piano playing skills than ever before.

Watch the stylish video for ‘Talk To Me’ below.

Disclosure: I am Thomas Azier’s publicist at the time of writing.

Sounds like: Josef Salvat

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DAUNT – Beamish Boy

Daunt by Alex De Mora

Daunt by Alex De Mora

Meet DAUNT; a solo folktronica artist who could accurately be described as a ‘Beamish Boy’.

Coincidentally, this is also the name of his current release.

Elegant production and meandering vocals is on offer from an ever optimistic DAUNT, and it definitely feels like a right move following his previous musical project falling apart.

Sounds like: Josef Salvat, Tender, Shylde, Thom Yorke

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Ben Phipps – Alive (feat. Ashe)

Ben Phipps

Ben Phipps

More and more house producers are entering the realm of indietronica.

Meet Ben Phipps, a twenty-five year old deep house producer from Stockholm, who is doing just that. And successfully might we add.

Born into a family of musicians, Ben Phipps grew up quickly as a young man with a large love of life and an incredible passion for music. He chose to pursue further education overseas in the US and attended the reputable school for music-production, Dubspot in New York City in 2012. Opening doors and opportunities of all kinds through new skills, connections and exciting combinations in sound, Ben Phipps continued strongly through his next two years splitting his time between NYC, Toronto and Montreal refining his craft, songs and style.

He has enlisted the luscious vocals of Ashe on his latest endeavour called ‘Alive’.

Listen below.

Sounds like: VÉRITÉ, Ayer, Evvy, Micky Blue, Josef Salvat, Gryffin

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Josef Salvat – Paradise

Josef Salvat

Josef Salvat

One of our favourite Australian “cynical pop” artists, Josef Salvat, returns with ‘Paradise’.

The track (co-produced with Matt Posner) is more upbeat-sounding that Josef’s usual material, but it still contains a thought-invoking message to all you music types out there.

Sounds like: James Blake, Alex Clare, Jamie Woon

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Cleopold – Down In Flames

Cleopold - Down In Flames

Cleopold – Down In Flames

We gave some love to Miami Horror ‘s track ‘Love Like Mine’, which featured emerging Australian singer-songwriter and composer, Cleopold.

Cleopold makes a solo return with ‘Down In Flames’.

It is an unconventional love song with raw and honest lyrics, a funky bass line and subtle harmonies.

His debut EP was just snapped up by Detail Co., a boutique record label owned and curated by Chet Faker. We can’t wait to hear it.

Sounds like: Jack Garratt, Chet Faker, Josef Salvat, James Blake, Ben Khan, Van She, Bag Raiders, Cassian

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