London-based singer-songwriter Joseph Bell is back with his new single Head Straight. It is the beginning of a new era for Bell, and the single kicks off the rollout of his debut EP Hits released later this year. He’s already seen some success in his young music career, as his single Overload was featured on the BBC Radio. A year and a half since his last single, Bell has noticeably spent that time honing in on his pen game and production skills. Head Straight features heavier electronic production compared to his past releases, while maintaining that raw sense of vulnerability…
Author: Caleb Hardy
South East London’s Mysie is officially back with her first single of 2023, CTRL. A sonically mystic blend of alternative R&B and indie, the track has a distinctive high-tempo sound in comparison to the melancholy feel of her 2022 EP gin + juice. Produced by the Gold Spectacles duo, Mysie departs from the smooth summer-time grooves of her previous work, shooting for more of a lo-fi, indie-based feel. The single has already gained a significant amount of traction over TikTok, where it garnered millions of views before even hitting streaming platforms. Amidst the wonky synths and smooth vocals, the track…
Elcee the Alchemist is officially back with his first single of the year, Netflix. The London-based rapper has been looking to make waves in the UK rap scene over the past few years, most notably with his Boiler Room performance of Find My Way. Delivering an inspiring message and smooth bars, it’s not hard to see why the video garnered over 200,000 views on YouTube. The hybrid producer-rapper isn’t just in the game for views or attention, he has a clear message that he’s looking to deliver to the youth. Drawing on influences from the likes of Slowthai and Skepta,…
Based out of inner London, singer-songwriter Bertie Newman is officially back with his fifth single I Will. A heartfelt ballad, the 22-year-old Newman showcases a mature songwriting ability from start to finish. The Hackney-based artist began to make his name on TikTok, uploading various bedroom acoustic covers to the platform. Newman’s consistent hard work would pay off with his breakout cover of Alexander 23’s IDK You Yet. Going viral on Instagram and TikTok, it’s quickly closing in on 1.5 million streams on Spotify. Even though the new release I Will has a somber feel, the track is multi-faceted in that…