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Jillette Johnson - Blue Stragglers - Bikini Test Failure - Cordovas

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Jillette Johnson is a Nashville-based singer/songwriter who has just shared 'I Shouldn't Go Anywhere' and it's a superb modern country rocker. === Blue Stragglers have two new singles 'She' and 'Late At A Festival' where their brand of garage rock is robust and defined with plenty of clarity. === Bikini Test Failure has revisited and redefined 'Are We Having A Good Time Yet?' adding depth and richness to this fabulous genre spanning rock song. === From Cordovas we have 'High Feeling' ahead of their new album 'Destiny Hotel', out 30th October on ATO Records. The bands beautifully crafted mixture of folk, country and classic rock & roll is simply wonderful. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Jillette Johnson - I Shouldn't Go Anywhere. Nashville-based singer/songwriter Jillette Johnson has released a stirring new track titled “I Shouldn’t Go Anywhere.” John

Wynnm - KEYS - Lady Dan

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Wynnm first came across our radar back in February with 'Fire On The Moon' which we described as "a gentle and melodic song with fabulous vocals above a restrained musical backdrop" and with the new song 'The Morning' it's a case of "have some more". === KEYS were here last month and return with another fine track entitled 'Phases' which exudes some retro pop and rock vibes, something these folk are very good at. ===  Lady Dan shares 'Facta, Non Verba' today and its a highly addictive song, with a subtle musical arrangement that adds layers along the way supporting her gorgeous vocals. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wynnm - The Morning. Wynnm’s quicksilver sound is an elegant amalgamation of smooth folk and vital bass. Her music emerges from the dusty mirages of Arizona and the private mountains of Idaho and cycles to the electronic beats of her current residency in

Anne Malin - Brock Mattsson

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Anne Malin has just shared 'Empty is the Day' ahead of the October release date for the album 'Waiting Song'. It's looks like we will be able to share two more tracks ahead of the release, in the meantime just enjoy this beautiful song from an album that is equally special and wonderful. === Brock Mattsson has released 'Are You Thinking Of Me' and it's a honest, personal and natural track to immerse ourselves in. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anne Malin - Empty is the Day. The first single from Anne Malin's new album due in October is Empty is the Day. The album Waiting Song explores what it means to be forced into stillness. At times meditative, at times defiant, Anne Malin’s latest album turns inward, moving through themes of impatience, ambition, confinement and memory. Ghosts haunt the landscapes of these songs—ancestors, friends who left the earth too soon, aging and sick loved one

Josefin Berger - Kaylee Patterson

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Josefin Berger shares 'Go Kiss An Orc - Chapter 1' accompanied by a dramatic and amusing story telling video, however the song stands well on it's own with bags of originality, incredible vocals and plenty of musical twists. === From Kaylee Patterson we have 'Other Side' and immediately her gorgeous melodic and distinctive vocals are simply captivating on this beautiful song. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Josefin Berger - Go Kiss An Orc - Chapter 1. Fun Fantasy Pop inspired by The Lord of The Rings. "Fantasy is real. When Josefin Berger brings to the masses, her brand of fantastical arrangements, chivelry rises again with gallantry and utmost beauty in musical ambitions. Josefin’s rendition, brings the other dimension to another precedence. Honesty and pure fun, lives in Josefin’s falsetto and the colors it brings," writes the music blog Comeherefloyd about it. "I wrote the song inspire

Samantha Tieger - Bag Of Cans - Komanda - Be No Rain

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Samantha Tieger shares 'Close My Eyes' and it's a smooth flowing and melodic song delivered in a personal soulful manner. === Bag Of Cans are a five piece band from Norwich, England who recently released the rather fabulous 'Chris Alice' where indie rock rubs shoulders with surreal lyrics in an exuberant manner. === Komanda share 'Begin Again' where the musical arrangement is refined and the catchy nature of the piece leaves us with a warm, feel good vibe. === London-based artist Be No Rain has shared 'Media Luna' ahead of his debut album due next month, the track itself is a "study of dread" and despite that it glows with beauty. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Samantha Tieger - Close My Eyes. Nashville-based singer/songwriter Samantha Tieger (pronounced “Teeger”) is set to follow up her seductively resonant single “Eyes Wide Open” with a new soulfully sweet entry, “C

Katey Morley - Hannah Frances - SYBS - Päter - Brother Sun Sister Moon

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Katey Morley just released 'The Guy Who Breaks Things', it's been three years since we last featured her (time fly's eh?) however this beautifully crafted singer songwriter piece makes for a very pleasing return  === Towards the end of June we featured 'Wolf' by Hannah Frances and now she is back with 'That Night', a sensitive, personal song with gorgeous vocals. === SYBS power up with 'Anwybodaeth' a raw and energised Welsh language rocker with bags of determination. === Päter has just shared 'Sleep' which is a splendid alt rock song with plenty of natural passion. === From Japan we have Brother Sun Sister Moon and the notable psych pop/rock track 'Numb' where melodic hooks and a really fine musical arrangement vye for our attention. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Katey Morley - The Guy Who Breaks Things. Emerging from a long, gloomy spring, Katey Morley is

Elrichman - New Fries

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Elrichman has just shared his new single 'Seeking Grey Skies' and makes his second appearance here this year, the song itself quickly reminded me of his sophisticated and lovable modern pop. === We get to feature a third song from New Fries this year in the form of 'Lily' the final single from their forthcoming album 'Is The Idea Of Us', out on August 7th. Once again their unique and pleasingly original musical styling works wonders, the album is keenly awaited. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Elrichman - Seeking Grey Skies. Elrichman – the project of Paul Erlichman – has shared his new single, 'Seeking Grey Skies' – this is the latest in a string of Aquarium Drunkard and Line of Best Fit-supported singles to be lifted from his new album Heaven's Mayor which is out September 4 on Madrid-based label, Bobo Integral. The new album follows 2014's Young, Healthy and Wonderful as well

May Have - Paper Fishes - Girlhood - Obscura Hail

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May Have have shared their first single 'May Have (Misunderstood)' from their forthcoming E.P due August 28th.The song is a rich mixture of gorgeous vocals and harmonies surrounded by lush synths and more. === Paper Fishes brand new album 'Instant Happiness' has just been released by the UK Indie Folk and Folk Rock band, it's packed with hook filled and imaginative tracks ( and it's streaming in full below). === Girlhood have been gaining considerable attention through BBC radio and it's well deserved as the fabulous new song 'Sister' demonstrates. === Obscura Hail share 'Doomer' which is a powerful and distinctive rocker that just oozes warmth, passion and determination. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ May Have - May Have (Misunderstood). Saturday night dance party. Gut­wrenching lyrics. Perfectly placed synths. May Have’s new EP, Misunderstood, draws influences ranging f

Francesca Louise - Immaterial Possession

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Francesca Louise has just released a beautiful E.P entitled 'Melancholic Antidote'. Comprising of six songs, the collection moves from gentle and personal tracks to more powerful arrangements as the singer-songwriter delivers a memorable mixture of folk and folk pop tracks. === Immaterial Possession share the new track and video 'Tropical Still Life', we featured 'Midnight Wander' in May and this gorgeous psychedelic song ups the stakes even further for their forthcoming album. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Francesca Louise - Melancholic Antidote (E.P). Francesca Louise is a London based singer-songwriter originally from the North West of England. Combining stunning folk/pop songwriting, sparkling with Joni Mitchell influence and Carol King inspired vocals which tell a thousand secrets, Louise’s sound reaps authenticity and pure honesty. Bleeding with meditative melodies opening a door to e

The Gina Furtado Project - Nicky William - Juanita Stein - Speaker Face

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The Gina Furtado Project latest single 'The Things I Saw' has a new video, the song is described as a "unique blend of driving contemporary bluegrass and acoustic pop influences" which is spot on for this fabulous track. === Nicky William just released 'I Fell In Love With Her' along with a video that adds to the story, it's a superb song and what can I say, the vocals are simply stunning. === It's been a while since we last featured Juanita Stein so we welcome her back with the new song and title track from her next album 'Snapshot' a reminder of why we got more than a little excited about her music in 2018. === Speaker Face have just shared 'Phosphorescence' and it's a beautiful electronic song with notable vocals and a refined musical arrangement. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Gina Furtado Project - The Things I Saw. The Gina Furtado Project has release