The debut single from County Down native Lemonade Shoelace, aka Ruairi Richman, comes in the form of ‘Autopilot Paradise’. A wistful view inside the mind of someone unhappy in their relationship, the track explores the guilt of finding joy in other activities, or indeed other people, when the weekend finally comes around. Sonically, ‘Autopilot Paradise’ is technicolour; rich textures of sound melt into one another, resulting in an equally opulent tapestry final product, that borrows from a plethora of popular music from the last half a century.

Thrillhouse have just dropped an enjoyable indie anthem called ‘Where the Roads Don’t Go’. Thrillhouse are an alt-indie band based in Brighton who yearn for the past and say they write most of their music in their bedrooms. The track is about “that brief and beautiful moment after you’ve finally come out of being in a bad place and things start to seem alright again”.

We have New York to thank for a lot of things, but quite a delightful surprise came in the form of Sleep Walking Animals. Based in Manchester, a trip to New York saw them begin songwriting, and that’s where it all started. Sleep Walking Animals take inspiration from poets, novelists, tales of mythology, and from stories around them and those closest to them. And it is easy to see how these spiritual influences manifest themselves into the music, with the end result being a stunning, enlightening experience.

The latest release from Daragh is called ‘Ordinary, Loud, and Cheery’, yes, it is loud and cheery, but ordinary he is certainly not. Formerly the guitarist and songwriter of Company Ink, a band that made huge waves within the Norwegian music scene in 2018, Daragh has now taken on the role of the lead singer by going solo. ‘Ordinary, Loud, and Cheery’ is a song about a person who realises they are different from others and how that can make a person feel. However, if you may be feeling that way, Daragh’s new release is the perfect accomplice to aid you through the tough times.

Cyrano’s new track is the perfect story to describe those hazy drunken nights with new friends. His new single ‘White Wine’ details the story of immediate friendship, and brief encounters with late-night strangers who will shift your perception of the world with an intoxicated conversation. It’s the evenings in which Cyrano feels most creative, and it’s probably why a song detailing late-night antics resonates so hard with both him and the listener. ‘White Wine’ is a testament to graft, perseverance, and a dream realised.

Trevor Ohlsen is going from strength to strength with his stunning synths, witty lyrics, and inspiring melodies. He is simply excellent. A diverse and ever-evolving artist in his own right, Ohlsen embarked on his musical career back in 2009 and has never looked back since. Ohlsen experienced the horrific loss of one of his best friends, with the difficult period being the catalyst to re-establish his musical career to vent his emotions.

With its skeleton written the day she met her fiancé, and body sculpted to become the soundtrack to her proposal on a beach in Mexico, this is the song which allowed Grace to declare her love without using those three overt words. With a soundscape deeply embedded within her electronic world of texture, this track is the rich waterfall that pours from her soul.

BLÁNID’s latest single, ‘Fools Gold’, is a soothing balm of acceptance. Bittersweet in all of the best ways, this track is a unique blend of piano-led indie-folk that rises to engulf your body with its delicate ambience. Soaring like a bird into brief, wordless symphonies, BLÁNID soon pulls you back to an altitude of reality through her fragile articulation of unrequited love.

Looking for a safe place to lay more than her head, this London-based singer-songwriter blankets your mind with its soft layers of exposed pop. Growing ever so slightly to entrap your senses through light drones and glittering guitar, it’s her pure vocals that truly pull you deep into a bittersweet world of melancholic longing.

It’s often at night when emotions are heightened, and Agi has detailed these feelings perfectly through her debut single ‘Crying Past Midnight’. Agi has spent many years collaborating and writing with other artists, and through her knowledge of the music industry, has decided to embark on her own solo career, and we are so grateful she has. She simply oozes with an intense passion that many only ever dream of, channeling a similar style of energy that the likes of Julia Michales, Lauv, and Lorde do when creating her own sensational and energetic pop anthems.

Music can do wonderful things to you, makes you feel certain emotions, and brighten even the darkest days, and Blanks new single does exactly this. After collaborations with the likes of Benny Sings, San Holo, and Shepperd, Simon de Wit otherwise known as Blanks has delighted his fans with his latest solo single titled ‘What You Do To Me’. Blanks is a man on a mission with his ever-growing fanbase, recently amassing over 1 million Youtube subscribers and Spotify streams. He simply exudes happiness and euphoric vibes.

As both a practising doctor and emcee, Chima Anya continues to break the binaries of professions with another sunbeam of hip hop. With an intoxicating underlying soundscape which is vaguely reminiscent of Loyle Carner, Anya questions the boundaries between reality and illusion within his metaphor-laced lyrics and smooth chorus. Uplifting and empowering in equal measures, this track comes paired with a beautiful video showcasing artists doing what they love.

Taking his production to the next level, this sophomore single for the Leeds-based artist is a hypnotising track made from textures that bob and weave over each other for prominence. With a euphoric mix of guitar, thick vocal layers, synths, and even a rogue cowbell, it’s in the bridge that the track finds its true footing. Submerging your senses with sounds reminiscent of debut album Calvin Harris but with a new indie flair.

A wordless manifestation of texture, the track entitled, ‘You Got It’, is the climax of the artist also known as Charlie Maynard’s small discography. A multi-instrumentalist in both his heart and soul, this track thrives through a complex rush of textures. Brushing away the pressures of the physical world with its almost industrial beats, it lets the percussion lead the way.

The first track release from his upcoming EP ‘Young + Improving’, ‘On + Off’ takes the listener on an autobiographical, but nevertheless totally relatable voyage of knowing when a relationship isn’t right and the pain that comes from accepting that. Driven by pounding percussion and pleading yet melodic vocals, the energy on this track is unrivalled, making it a ready-made stadium favourite when live music finally makes its long-overdue return.

We often question and plot our next actions in life, but Maida Rose, who are embarking on their new project have graced us with their new single ‘Where Do We Go’, which will just make all those difficult decisions drift away, and seem meaningless. Based in the Dutch seaside town of The Hague, the project is a vehicle for the songwriting partnership of Roos Meijer, and Javier den Leeuw. If you are into Beach House and Cigarettes After Sex, you will absolutely fall head over heels for Maida Rose.