Marking a real shift in their sound and production, the track sees the boys leaning into the inspiration they take from the Midwest emo scene, particularly in its grungy, gripping and almost cinematic choruses. True to form, Sports Almanac have blended these gloomier roots with modern pop sounds, to create a much brighter finished product, signalling hope and promise amidst the dreariness.

Retelling the tale of Wade colliding with his past love at a gig, the smooth vocals remind us just how easy it is to up open old scars and question whether your happiness is simply a facade. Co-written with singer-songwriter Hattie Briggs, this guitar-led ballad is a journal transcribed to music. Mirroring moments of lyrical realisation within its instrumentation.

A lot of life’s most interesting events occur in the early hours of the morning, and Overpass have proved this with their new single ‘Otherside Of Midnight’. Overpass gained considerable attention since forming only a year ago, amassing over 300,000 views across social media platforms with their ever-growing fanbase. Moreover, their debut single ‘One Night Lover’ received astonishing attention and an outpouring of praise, as well as numerous BBC Introducing radio plays. The band liken their sound to that of Inhaler, Catfish and the Bottlemen, and Arctic Monkeys. Some company.

Hailing from Norfolk, England, Law’s sound reflects the expansive surroundings in which she grew up, with ‘Hitchhiking’ serving as the perfect preface to her honing of her musical craft. Her exquisite, sultry vocals ooze over the track like melted butter and are arranged simply, yet stunningly over layers of R&B percussion and acoustic guitar.

ORIAN, aka Joey Ryan, is an alternative singer-songwriter hailing from Ireland, whose roots lie in acoustic and folk foundations. There is definitely evidence of these beginnings in ‘What Pulls You’ in its authenticity and lyrical depth. Yet in his growth and development as an artist, there is something decidedly ambient and epic about this latest track, over which layers of Ryan’s ethereal vocals glide and pop-infused guitar melodies scatter.

The first insight into Aonian’s world as the first single of his upcoming debut album showcases a blend of contemporary electronic synths and swirling melodies, cascading down dreamy traditional and ethnic soundscapes. Aonian has seen his efforts transformed into success as his recent remix for the Glastonbury brothers, Speakman Sound, has been supported and played by DJ John Digweed.

The Texan-born singer-songwriter has once again mastered the art of combining profound and poetic lyrics, with light and joyful beats that will leave listeners invigorated and liberated. This magical mishmash is something Richardson has derived from one of her biggest modern-day inspirations, Maggie Rogers, yet in doing so she has still managed to create a sound that is entirely unique and her own.

Finnish singer-songwriter Sätilä has recently released his newest single ‘Island’, which will be followed by new singles every 5 weeks for the rest of the year. ‘Island’ is a high energy, indie track that is said to be influenced by the alternative rock music Sätilä listened to in his youth. ‘Island’ is also inspired by the issue of climate change and tackles the intimidating nature of change especially when facing conflicts that feel larger than life, so it comes together as a very uplifting and inspiring song.

Hailing from Manchester and comprising of brothers Danny and Adam and friends Tom and Scott, the quartet have hit the nail on the head, as they take lyrical sentiments of disenfranchised and disenchanted youth, and combine it with an unadulterated, compelling and irresistibly catchy alt-rock indie sonic backdrop.

After over 10 years of performing as a guitarist and songwriter in various projects, ‘Kiwi’ sees LI.LAC taking his first steps onto the music scene as a solo artist and he isn’t holding back. With a psychedelic tinge of the likes of Mac DeMarco, infectious funk hooks and an all-consuming indie disco swell of sound, LI.LAC has encapsulated boundless amounts of positivity, love and a real sense of freedom into his music, making it the perfect antidote to February/Lockdown blues.

‘Old Street Lover’ is the archetypal indie-rock song, with “a driving beat” and “wailing guitars”, all of these features working alongside Cooper’s strong, melodic vocals to develop a well-constructed track that is impossible not to dance to. The chorus is the catchy, pop feature of the track, yet the use of sombre piano adds an extra dimension to this optimistic break-up anthem.

Brought to life through supersonic synths and intoxicating bass, the Northampton-born band are trying to break into an alternate universe wherein obsession becomes reality. Recorded in the sporadic gaps between lockdown, there’s a feeling of freedom which flows through its composition.

In a mesmerising contemplation of life’s progression, this intersection between Americana and Indie is what your soul is craving to feel whole again. Made with a wash of honeyed vocals, swirling synths and warm guitar, it’s the harmonies float like the sea breeze. Written far from the forces of nature in isolation, it is inspired by a New Years Eve where phone calls had become the only legal form of human contact. And it was from this act of trading resolutions through the airwaves in a hope that it will get better next year that this song was born.

Written with Marcus Mims, this short but sweet release breaks the mould. Taking R&B in a refreshingly new, uplifting direction Killion preaches harmony through his distinctive vocals which are cut with soul. Making its peace through relaxed beats and masked synths, the track envelops you with layers. Delicate in texture, it grows only to fade to nothing within an outro/ bridge hybrid.