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Bursting out from Spokane, United States, is Danny Suede, who has recently released his new track titled "shadows on the pavement". The new offering from the American singer-songwriter has already shot to the top of his most popular songs on Spotify, and I can easily tell why from the very first minute. ... a shimmering, uplifting slice of bedroom pop that feels made for sunny days. The opening sequence of the song is a delicate balance of acoustic guitar mixed with his serene vocals and a dash of electronic pulses just to get you all warmed up. For me, the fusion of bedroom pop and alternative pop sounds reminded me of an early Ed Sheeran as he was about to take over the British music scene. With that in mind, it sounds like Danny is also going in that direction. It is such an uplifting track and has brilliant shimmering moments that make this an unmistakably top pick for your Sunkissed playlists. He is an artist who is on the rise, so be sure to listen to him as soon as you...

Spiral Orbit reveal their nostalgic new cut, "Isolation Zone"

Based out of Nottingham in England is five-piece Spiral Orbit recently revealed their strong new track titled "Isolation Zone". The new cut from the band is their second of the year, and the intro alone was enough for me to give the song a chance, as it reminds me a lot of New Order and The Killers, especially when the synths come in after a few seconds. ... a synth-charged, '80s-inspired rock anthem that turns pandemic uncertainty into an uplifting, high-energy payoff. With the aforementioned similarities to New Order, this track really does have a big late '80s synth-rock feel to it, with the vocal hooks also sounding like they have been cherry-picked from that era. Add in some more '70s glam rock-sounding synths and what you have here is a track that is incredibly nostalgic and yet feels as fresh as anything else out in the world right now. This is the kind of track that will have you listening intently from the very first play. Once the song has its little m...

TV Blackout drops their new cut, "Eyes Burn Red" - lifted from their new album

Coming out of Ypsilanti, Michigan, is the alternative rock outfit TV Blackout. The band's new single is titled "Eyes Burn Red", and this is the lead single off their debut album titled "Loss of Control". ... a thrilling, gritty opener packing '90s grunge guitars, punchy post-punk drive, and the brooding swagger of Fontaines D.C. It is quite the opening track for an album, as it kicks off with a rush of '90s indie rock guitars mixed with some punchy drum beats and a tone that reminds me of the early days of the post-punk revival scene in the UK. The intro is less than 30 seconds long, but it certainly got me hooked from the first play. As soon as the vocals started, I knew that I would be investing a lot of time in them. The mood and charm of the vocalist remind me a lot of Fontaines D.C. in places, minus the accent. The drive on this song is stunning, and it is a real thrill to hear on the first play. The latter half of the song gives you some proper cru...

L'extravagante unveils the atmospheric song, "Carpenter"

London-based indie-pop project L'extravagante recently dropped an atmospheric new dream-pop track titled "Carpenter". The new single is their third of the year and is a fantastic example of what the outfit is all about, featuring cinematic sounds mixed with soaring vocals over a backing track that will have you tapping along in no time. ... a genre-blurring blend of atmospheric dream-pop and '80s glam-rock guitars that marks an exciting turning point for L'extravagante. One thing I also loved was how the guitar sounds remind me of those '80s hair-rock bands, with the glam-rock tones throwing me off a little bit while giving me a massive smile upon first listen. It's the kind of sound that grips you within the first minute and keeps you locked in for the rest of the song. With moody sounds, atmospheric moments, and Angela's affirmational vocals giving you plenty of time to lean into the song, this genre-blurring effort is surely going to be one of their...

Sebastian Rydgren returns with the stunning single, "glitter in my eyes"

Former Swedish Idol semi-finalist Sebastian Rydgren returns with his stunning new single, "Glitter in My Eyes". It is once again a standout track that focuses a lot on his vocals, and for good reason too, as what you will be hearing is one of Sweden's most underrated singers. ... a genre-bending rollercoaster of a track that flips seamlessly from ethereal, melancholic pop into high-energy drum and bass. The intro is very melancholic, with dreamy echoing vocals, before the track kicks into a drum and bass rhythm around the 1:20 mark. As soon as that comes, it honestly feels like a different song. It goes from being ethereal and dreamy to high-energy workout music that will take you by surprise on the first listen. With tracks that have racked up over hundreds of thousands of plays, Sebastian is certainly an artist who is flying a little bit under the radar. But as far as I'm concerned, when this song lands in the inbox of his followers, I can see it taking off for him....

Irina Imme shares her awesome new single, "Easy."

Being based out of London sometimes has its perks, and sometimes it has its faults, but for Irina Imme it sounds like she has got the scene in her hands based on this single. ... a raw, high-octane indie rock thrill that proves Irina Imme is a force to be reckoned with. The new track is raw and electrifying, with her vocals once again showcasing why she is a force to be reckoned with in the capital. With the single "Easy" being her second release of the year, following her EP titled "Y2K", this new offering sounds like she has turned a corner, and those rock fans who are looking for a bold new track by a female vocalist are probably going to be dying for something like this. It is an absolute thrill and I loved it from the first minute. With sounds that remind me of Paramore and early Avril Lavigne with its gritty grunge, this track certainly is a gateway to her sound. Want us to hear your music? Click here to submit your music directly to us and many more lik...

Ryan Thomas Smelle releases new single, "Shame Shame"

2022 saw Ryan Thomas Smelle release his debut album "In The Homestretch" to great success, and the latest single to be given the single treatment is track 13 - lucky for some - "Shame Shame". Coming at a perfect two minutes flat the single is wrapped with warmth, as you might be able to tell from his vocal tones. In-fact it's Ryan's vocals that are the prominent feature here as you can hear the tenderness in his voice, with a slight quiver to give it that raw and emotive feel. "Shame Shame" is honest, emotive and raw - just stunning. Instrumentally it's rather simple, clean and crisp acoustic guitars helps to push the folk tones home and will ultimately leaving you wanting more. Now, with more tunes on the album you have to head over and give it a spin if you love what you've heard so far. With an ever growing fan-base I'm sure this Canadian singer-songwriter will be working his way into more people's hearts in the coming weeks, mo...

The Sway return with a retro-sounding single, "Feasting 2026 (HK Mix)"

London-based indie veterans The Sway make an explosive return with "Feasting 2026 (HK Mix)". This band was one of those acts that were emerging during the mid-'90s, so the fact that this song has massive Britpop nostalgia about it makes complete sense. ... a dark, Prodigy-tinted remix that breathes thrilling new modern life into a 34-year-old Britpop gem. This was originally a B-side on one of their 1992 singles and has since been remixed by producer Harry Kook to be given a new lease of life. It's got that dirty undertone with plenty of dark moods flowing about it that reminds me somewhat of The Prodigy. What I find remarkable here is that a band with a song that is 34 years old has had it reimagined for modern times. It sounds perfectly in place with anything that was happening in the '90s and everything that's happening now in 2026. This track is a shining example of the versatility of the band, and with their back catalogue backing them up, I can see The S...

Yulan & Blaise return with their thrilling new single, "Growing Pains"

"Yulan & Blaise for me" is one of the emerging sounds coming out of the Australian music scene, and now the Hobart-based act has revealed a thrilling new cut titled "Growing Pains". ... a hypnotic, gritty underground gem packed with pulsating basslines, brooding vocals, and haunting electronic undertones. Right from the outset it is hypnotic, and I guess it has to be considering that it is just over 2 minutes long, but the bassline is something that will rip your ear off if you have the volume turned up enough. The vocals are moody and brooding, with plenty of gritty textures to have you leaning into the track second by second. Those dark undertones of the track really do come to life in the second half, as there are some haunting electronic tones and even more distorted vocals entering the fold as the track progresses. It's the type of single that will have you hitting the repeat button way before the track finishes. It's addictive, it's pulsating, ...

James Crowley reveals his strong new EP, "Imprint"

Hailing from London, England, indie-folk singer-songwriter James Crowley has recently delivered his most expansive work yet with the "Imprint" EP. The four-song strong EP is led by the track "Copilot", which is a very warm offering that reminded me of Ben Howard from the first play, but adds some more scattered beats and more experimental sounds that the likes of Radiohead are very much famous for. What you have here is an absolute kaleidoscope of genres that will just fill your ears up with joy. ... an expansive, warm, and beautifully crafted EP blending Ben Howard-style indie folk with experimental, haunting soundscapes. The lead single follows next, and this is more of a dreamier affair, focusing highly on James's stunning vocal tones and the warm guitar sounds that he has been made famous for within the London scene. For me, even on the first play, I knew that this would be the strongest track on the EP, as it just sounds absolutely stunning and beautiful. B...