Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) is just around the corner, bringing some of the most exciting new artists from across Europe to Groningen, The Netherlands. Last year, I discovered a few of my now-favourite acts live at ESNS, including Night Tapes, Naomi Sharon, Amie Blu, Zimmer90 and Judeline. This…

Hey everyone! It’s that time again and here’s a look back at all the songs that defined my year. I had such a hard time making a top 50 so this year I’ve decided to just create a top 80 instead! This list highlights the releases that stayed with me in 2025. They’re not ranked, […]

Hey everyone! It’s that time again and here’s a look back at the albums and EPs that defined my year. I have the feeling I’ve been listening to more new music than ever this year, which makes choosing favourites even harder but here we are. This list highlights the releases that stayed with me in…

viko & penglord have shared the music video for ‘Aquarium’, the title track from their new album, and it feels like opening a portal back to the late ‘90s/early 00s. The record has that beautiful early-00s glow and the production shines throughout with touches of electronica and trip-hop. It’s a…

Copenhagen-based artist Zoumer (Yasmina Derradj) returns with ‘to the end’, the latest preview of her upcoming album ‘e.a.l.’, set for release in March 2026 on Big Oil. The new single follows her earlier single ‘euro trash girl‘ and it marks her first new music since her debut album ‘Green World‘.…

I came across Australian artist Sidney for the first time and immediately fell for her vocals and the world she’s building. She has just released her new single ‘sliding doors’ which is a beautiful alternative pop track. It’s taken from her upcoming EP ‘what if it ends‘, out in February 2026. The…

Vitesse X is back and she honestly never misses. After the release of last year’s album ‘This Infinite‘, she returns today with ‘Memori’, a track that instantly reminds me why she’s one of the most consistently exciting producers around. Vitesse X always delivers, and this new single is no…

I only recently discovered Norwegian alt-pop artist Iris Caltwait, and her debut album ‘Again, for the first time’ has quickly become one of my favourites this winter. One of the instant highlights for me was ‘Alchemy (Living Is Not For The Heart)’, so I’m really happy to see it get the video…

US newcomer Jill Blutt has shared the focus track ‘Swansea’, the standout moment from her debut EP ‘An Almond-Shaped Moon and Four Things I Wish I Never Knew About Myself‘. Alongside earlier singles ‘Nice2MeetU’, ‘Salt’, and ‘When I Grace Yr Mantelpiece’, the EP also features one more new track,…

British newcomer TTSSFU has been on a roll this year, quickly carving out her place with the release of her first EP Blown and a run of consistently great singles. I’ve genuinely been loving everything she’s put out so far, and with her new track ‘Upstairs’, she slows things down in the best…

London’s Ray Laurél is back with ‘Sinner’, a brooding, distorted slice of indie-leaning pop that dives straight into obsession, chaos and wanting someone a little too much. The new song follows recent drops like ‘I Wantchu’, ‘Freak’ and ‘Honey, Undress Me’, this new one leans into crunchier guitars…

Master Peace is back, and honestly, at this point I don’t know how he keeps doing it — hit after hit after hit. He’s easily one of my favourite new acts out there, and ‘Good Times’ is another one of those instantly addictive, windows-down bangers he seems to churn out without ever missing. Produced…

Los Angeles artist Andrew Aged (one half of inc. / inc.no) surprises with his debut solo EP ‘Crown’, a three-track release that explores dreamy and nostalgic alt-pop landscapes. I’ve always loved his work with his brother, especially their underrated classic with FKA twigs and I’m so happy Andrew…

London trio Ebbb return with their stunning new single ‘Book That You Like’, following the previously shared singles ‘Manners‘ and ‘Eyes‘. The new single definitely shows a softer, more reflective side to their sound, blending celestial synths, beautiful layered vocals and classical edged guitars…

Oslo-based artist Sassy 009 continues to impress with every release leading up to her debut album ‘Dreamer+’ — out January 16. Following ‘Tell Me’ and ‘Butterfly‘, the new single ‘Enemy’ lands as another exciting twist in her sonic universe. What I love about this project is how each track sounds…

Brooklyn-born, LA-based artist Grace Ives makes a confident return with her new ‘singles’ EP, featuring three fresh tracks: ‘Avalanche’, ‘Dance With Me’ and ‘My Mans’.  It’s a small but powerful collection that reintroduces Ives’ inventive approach to alternative pop. It’s playful, emotional and…

Spanish–Moroccan musician Fahd returns with his first release in four years, the beautifully atmospheric ‘promises’, which marks the start of a new chapter for the Berlin-based multidisciplinary artist. Written during summer yet deeply autumn-coded, the track leans into reflection and storytelling…

Liverpool five-piece Girl Group are back with ‘She Goes’, and I’m so here for it! Easily one of my favourite new acts, they’ve been on repeat for me ever since their debut EP ‘Think They’re Looking, Let’s Perform’ earlier this year, including a great remix edition. Their sound hits that nostalgic…

UK artist Ruti returns with their new EP ‘Maybe I Got It Wrong’, including the focus single ‘Monster‘. The EP also includes the stunning previous singles ‘If I Could Choose It Would Be You’ and the title track ‘Maybe I Got It Wrong’ I’m genuinely loving this body of work. Ruti’s voice is out of […]

Filipino-Japanese artist ena mori returns with ‘La Loba’, which marks her first new music since she shared her EP ‘rOe’earlier this year. I’ve been hooked since her last EP, and this new release feels like a natural step forward. It’s bold, playful, and a little Kate Bush-coded. ‘La Loba’ is…

Belgian-based band Ão return with their gorgeous new single ‘Me Condena’, taken from their upcoming album ‘Malandra’, out February 13, 2026. The track follows earlier releases ‘Talvez’ and ‘Sorte’, continuing to build anticipation for what’s shaping up to be a very special record. Their new single…

Telenova knows how to keep me mesmerised with every release and their new single ‘THE DEEP‘ is no exception. After the brilliance of their debut ‘Time Is a Flower‘ and their most recent EP, I’m thrilled they’re already back with news of a brand-new album titled, ‘THE WARNING‘, arriving February 27,…

I’ve been obsessed with Romy’s dance-pop universe since day one, and her new single ‘Love Who You Love’ is another gorgeous addition to her glowing, club-leaning sound. Co-produced with BloodPop and Jamie xx, the track feels like a heartfelt closing moment to the ‘Mid Air‘ era. The new single is…

Stockholm artist waterbaby has just caught my attention with her new single ‘Beck N Call’, and I’m instantly obsessed. The new single follows her the previously released single ‘Amiss’ earlier this year on Sub Pop Records. On new single ‘Beck N Call’ waterbaby’s soft, lush vocals float over warm,…

underscores is going full-on pop with her brand-new single ‘Do It’, and honestly, it suits her so well. The track swaps out the more frenetic hyper-pop edge she’s known for in favor of something sleeker, nostalgic and instantly addictive. It’s giving full-blown 00s pop fantasy, calling back to the…

It’s been a while but Augustine is finally back with new music and it’s once again brilliant! The Swedish artist and producer returns with ‘Fumbling’, a stunning new single that sees him explore a slightly different sound. yet it still feels unmistakably his. Warm, melancholic, and beautifully…

Norwegian artist-producer Maud returns with a powerful new single, ‘The Maze’. After a steady run of collaborations, remixes, and her acclaimed album ‘The Love That Remains‘ earlier this year, she’s back with something beautifully introspective. New single ‘The Maze‘ explores emotional isolation…

I’ve been following Moyka since her very first releases, and it’s amazing to see how she continues to deliver time after time. One of Norway’s most exciting pop artists, returns this Halloween with ‘Fluorescent’. The new single arrives via her own label, ahead of her debut live shows in Mexico…

Manchester-born, Berlin-based artist and producer Sable returns with her stunning new single ‘Björk’, the first taste of her upcoming self-produced debut album. The track explores identity, heartbreak, and the rediscovery of self wrapped in a warm, analog production and Sable’s signature emotional…

London-based artist ultra caro has just announced her upcoming mixtape ‘moonlight diaries‘, out November 21, and shared her dreamy new single ‘nightingale’. The lush, atmospheric track drifts somewhere between melancholic pop and nocturnal fantasy and it’s easily one of my favorites from her so…

I’ve been following skuzland for a while now, and every new release is such an exciting journey, both sonically and visually. The duo are true chameleons, constantly reinventing themselves and their latest single, ‘TELL ME YOU LOVE ME’, is no exception. The new single is highly infectious and full…

It’s always exciting to discover new artists and Danish musician Nemo instantly caught our attention with her stunning debut album ‘Blue is the color of infinity’, out now via Rhizome. On her debut album, Nemo crafts an intimate, atmospheric world where melancholic guitar textures intertwine with…

Vienna/Berlin-based artist Antonia XM has just shared her new single ‘Sleep’ and it’s stunning. Antonia XM is completely new to my ears and I’m instantly hooked on the dreamy atmosphere she’s crafted on this one. The new single is a stunning mix of dreamy indie pop and soft electronics. Her warm,…

After multiple new singles and remixes, the deluxe edition of Rose Gray’s brilliant debut ‘Louder Please’ is out now! The aptly titled ‘A Little Louder Please’ arrives with great guest artists like JADE, Shygirl, Logic1000, Peach and Melanie C. Together with the new album she also unveils new…

Belfast post-punk outfit Chalk return with their gripping new single ‘Can’t Feel It’, the powerful follow-up to ‘Pain’. The duo continue to push their sound forward, fusing dark electronics, raw emotion and an intensity that hits straight to the core! I’m so excited to have stumbled upon Chalk’s…

Belgian artist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Tsar B is back with exciting news, her third album ‘The Writer’ will arrive on January 30, and to set the tone she’s just unveiled her mesmerizing new single ‘Mrs. Impatience’. The new song follows last month’s ‘Amor’ and is another stunning…

Hemlocke Springs is back and she’s inviting us deeper into her wonderfully weird world. The Nigerian-American artist has just announced her long-awaited debut album ‘the apple tree under the sea‘, out February 13 via AWAL, alongside the eccentric and infectious new single ‘head, shoulders, knees…

Cologne trio SPARKLING are back with their new album ‘We‘, released on October 17 2025, and the focus track ‘Break Free / Frei Sein / Être Libre‘ is exactly what this band do best. It’s a euphoric mix of danceable post-punk and synth-driven pop that celebrates connection, freedom and the joy of…

Swedish-Peruvian producer and multi-instrumentalist Jhon Allan returns with his new single ‘BROTHER’, ahead of his highly anticipated third EP arriving November 14. The new song follows the previous shared singles ‘ARI‘, ‘SIGHTS‘, and ‘MAJOR CONTEST‘. Opening with organic drums and moody guitar…

Norwegian producer and songwriter Sassy 009 has shared her new single ‘Tell Me’, featuring none other than Blood Orange, taken from her forthcoming debut album ‘Dreamer+‘, out early next year. Following the excellent ‘Butterflies’, this second release pushes her sound into even darker and more…

Chloe Qisha is back with her new single ‘So Sad So Hot’, and it might just be her best one yet. It marks the musician’s first new release since she shared her ‘Modern Romance’ EP earlier this year. On ‘So Sad So Hot‘ she’s mixing glossy synths with playful pop confidence, the track is a […]

Oliver Sim returns with his new single ‘Telephone Games’, marking his second collaboration with Bullion, and honestly, these two are a match made in heaven. The new single follows last month’s ‘Obsession‘. ‘Telephone Games’ once again showcases Bullion’s slick, shimmering production wrapped around…

Norwegian dream-pop artist Yndling returns with her luminous new single ‘Time Time Time (I’m In The Palm Of Your Hand)’, the title track from her forthcoming sophomore album out November 6th. It follows recent releases ‘Fences’ and ‘Falling Behind’ and once again sees her teaming up with longtime…

Melbourne duo ALTA are back with ‘Sweet and Gentle’, their first new single since their 2019 debut album ‘Reasons‘. ALTA is made up of vocalist Hannah Lesser and producer Julius Dowson and we’re so happy they are back! Hannah’s airy, emotive voice rides beautifully over Julius’s sleek electronic…

Oklahoma duo Sports are back with their gorgeous new single ‘Keep Falling in Love’, taken from their upcoming self-titled and self-produced album ‘Sports’, out February 20, 2026. Following ‘Nice 2 Meet Myself (Bang Bang Bang)‘ and ‘If You Want Me‘, the track continues to build on the lush and…

Oklou has announced the deluxe edition of her stunning album ‘choke enough’, which is easily one of our favourite records of the year. The expanded version arrives October 30 and includes four new tracks, led by ‘viscus’, a haunting collaboration with none other than FKA twigs. The track feels like…

Fcukers are back with ‘I Like It Like That’, and it’s once again a massive banger and honestly, this might be one of our favourites from the duo yet. Following their previous single ‘Play Me’, the track sees them teaming up again with producer Kenneth Blume (formerly known as Kenny Beats) for…

Austra returns with her stunning new single ‘Siren Song’, the follow-up to ‘Math Equation’ and the second taste of her upcoming album ‘Chin Up Buttercup’, out November 14. She’s one of our absolute favourites and Austra never misses. After such a long wait, it feels so good to have her back. Both…

Melbourne-based artist and producer Myllo returns with his new single ‘WIDE AWAKE’, the latest glimpse of his upcoming sophomore EP ‘Cause and Effect’, due in November 2025. The new single follows his previous tracks ‘Burned’ and ‘Unstable’. We’re loving the atmospheric world Myllo creates here.…

Swedish artist Shy Martin returns with her new single ‘l.o.v.e’, following the release of ‘…is that bad?’ and ‘dead to me’, which are taken from Shy’s upcoming debut album, set for release next year. On ‘l.o.v.e’, Shy blends hazy, intimate verses with a soaring chorus that we can’t get enough of.…