Author: Lucy Lerner

These are very strange times we find ourselves in and music continues to be our saviour when we need it the most. British singer-songwriter Sophie Kilburn wasn’t thinking of the world falling to its knees when she wrote her new single ‘Broke’ but it certainly feels relevant to how we are all currently feeling. That feeling of attempting to overcome change, dealing with loss and anxiety. ‘Broke’ is the kind of song that starts somewhere in the pit of your stomach and continues to shoot sparks throughout your body as it goes on until it feels like fireworks are popping…

Leonie Sherif shows off her dance skills in her brand new Mini Music for her remix track ‘2 times’ which has been remixed by Producer Wata. Leonie moves gracefully to her own unique brand of alt-R&B which has a glitchy, futuristic twist. Choreography is contemporary and fresh and channels the passion and angst in the lyrics. The visuals were filmed and directed by Pac and choreographed and directed by Honey. ‘2 times’ is the last of Leonie’s Remixes from her ‘Nocturnal Wave‘ EP She is currently in the process of the production and mastering of new releases for summer 2020. Forget 2 times…you’ll want…

‘Resting Place’ by Gabriel and Zoe Brush conjures so much emotion it will inflame hearts. The piano provides so much depth to the song which is filled with longing. The two vocals complement each other and as stunning as they are individually, they elevate the song further when they sing together. Gabriel and Zoe Brush both sing from the heart in ‘Resting Place’ – a song about your loved one being your sanctuary and someone you can turn to. “Keep me on the path, I don’t wanna wait, I keep trying to turn around and run where I feel safe, Cos…

“I kept it all inside well something’s changing” Richard Frenneaux returns with new single Avant-Daze which follows his debut Arcades. It is a psychedelic affair with a glossy sheen. Frenneux manages to cultivate a feel-good aesthetic no matter the subject. Avant-Daze is about departing from a fundamental set of values. It’s so easy to lose one’s self in social objectivity prevalent in the world today. Not that it’s a bad thing but we need to find ourselves first to understand what true value is. “When I left London I realised that too much of my life was tethered to a social…

The world is full of love stories and about people being drawn together in different situations. At the end of the day, isn’t love about finding someone who understands you and maybe that’s because they are going through the same thing? exxy’s new single ‘MAD’ feels so relevant in this current climate where mental illness is rife and people are clinging on to someone who gets them and supports them no matter what. ‘MAD’ is about a couple who share the same mental health struggles. They understand each other even if no one else does. “I don’t need to explain…

“I want people to see every part of me, and Drunken Tears lets me show people my darker side.” Vaeda Black Bewitches With ‘Drunken Tears’. With a vocal prowess way beyond her 18 years, Vaeda revels in her new single which throbs with soul but also has a dark, twisted quality. The childlike tinkling of the piano juxtaposes with slinky tones, jarring sound effects and mature lyrics. “I’m so messed up, goddam f’d up. Pain is pleasure, when we’re together” ‘Drunken Tears’ has great cinematic presence and is filled with slow-burning darkness and longing which is somewhat psychedelic. Vaeda proves…

“Do you kiss your mother with that mouth?” British singer-songwriter Easypeel releases his mellow indie tune ‘What A Woman’ which drifts in the air like a warm summer breeze. With carefree hooks and dreamy acoustic guitar, it makes for an altogether irresistible song.  However, lyrics tell another tale and you realise ‘What A Woman’ is not about a romantic relationship but something else entirely: “’What A Woman’ is a love letter to Mother Nature and a wake-up call to humans. It’s a reminder to value our natural surroundings and take care of them – even if it’s just remembering to…

Tyrer pours her heart and soul into her new EP ‘This Is’. Whether you are feeling happy or sad, this reflective project is something to sink into. The Manchester-born artist now lives in London and her music covers a diverse palette of soul-pop, jazz, and R&B with fluid beats.  The music video for the last track ‘Helpless’ is more upbeat than some of the other songs with a summery, acoustic backdrop which you can swing your hips to, but lyrically and visually it is an emotive and thought-provoking piece which releases a torrent of feelings.  “It’s a life path that…

Releasing a new single is always a tricky one. You want to make an impression, stand out from the crowd, draw the listener in with a unique sound and make them crave your next release. Dutch singer-songwriter BÉE, (pronounced Bae) ticks all the boxes and more with her latest single ‘Nothing Alike’ and her accompanying music video is pretty tempting too (and I’m not just talking about those delicious looking milkshakes.) Produced by Jake Gosling via Goldun Egg Records, ‘Nothing Alike’ follows BÉE’s debut single ‘See You In A Bit’ released last Autumn. The song carries an intriguing melody and a…

‘Lost In Dubai’ starts as a light, acoustic folk song and quickly changes tempo to a more indie-based tune, which reiterates Alex Goupil’s point about getting lost in Dubai and not caring about anything. The track is about discovery and sometimes just getting lost can cause you to find yourself. The Canadian singer-songwriter based in London tells a story through intricate acoustics and a momentous chorus: “No, I’m not quite where I wanna be, but that’s fine with me, I wouldn’t worry, The road that lies ahead, will always have a twist and bend in the end, Everything will be…