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The Optimists share their brand new tune "Not a Big Deal"

Posted by Fred Bambridge on July 22, 2024

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Danny Suede shares the sun-kissed new tune, "shadows on the pavement"

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...

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, ...

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...

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...

Zachary Mason drops his nostalgic cut, "Man Of The Universe"

Coming out of the music scene in Guildford is Zachary Mason, and the new song "Man of the Universe" follows swiftly on from a collection of singles that have already been coming out this year. The new offering is a nostalgic classic rock track with a delightfully smooth opening that reminds me of Dire Straits in places. ... an earworm of an indie rock anthem blending Dire Straits nostalgia with the synth-charged drive of New Order and The Killers. Once the track really gets going, there is a powerful drumbeat with a smattering of bright tones that reminds me, in fact, of New Order and even The Killers. Vocally speaking, it's more aligned with the 1980s, with its warm undertones. As the track progresses, you are treated to an absolute earworm of a rock song, with vocals that will have you leaning into the track further as it passes. With the track having a slight psychedelic edge to it and upbeat angular guitars, it certainly will have the indie rock kid inside of you all ...

Firefly Search Party shares their upbeat new single, "Sing Me A Song"

Based out of Singapore, Firefly Search Party have recently revealed their upbeat and sprightly new single, "Sing Me a Song". ... a sprightly, joyful indie folk-pop gem filled with catchy dual-vocal harmonies and infectious rhythms. The duo have been working on music since 2019, and the new offering is only their third release since 2021, but by the sounds of it, this new track is a glimpse into what could potentially be coming in the future. The female and male vocals interweave with one another, and the track is driven by a rather joyful indie folk-pop sound with a real drive behind it percussion-wise, offering you plenty of chances to get your feet tapping along. It is one of those clear-cut catchy tracks that will have you heavily invested in the song on the first play. As we found out on the first play, you'll potentially end up heading into their back catalogue to line up a few of their other tracks. One personal highlight for me is the single "Stay". With ...

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...

James Lloyd Smith reveals his stunning new single, "The Fountain"

"The Fountain" is the new single from James Lloyd Smith, and he has really landed on a stunner here with the sounds that are on the track. The new single is his third of the year and is a delightful example of his sound, with some whimsical strings added into the mix and his overall folky undertone that really hits home. ... a warm, comforting blend of folk tones, whimsical strings, and lo-fi bedroom pop made for cozy autumn evenings. For me, it's one of those songs that can help you get all nice and cosy on a dreary September evening. The delicate mix of his folk tones and some bedroom pop-style lo-fi sounds is a wonderful blend. It's cinematic and is grounded with some lovely soaring moments that will send you straight back down to earth. It's a really fun track to listen to, and when the piano section comes in, I just felt like the clouds had parted and the sun was beaming down on me. It's a fantastic new single and one that I have certainly listened to a f...