Author: Lucy Lerner

Jazz ear. Style scout. Horror-sci-fi fan. Neon Music co-founder and editor, Lucy guides music reviews and streaming picks you can trust.

Linebug’s new single When We Find It is a spellbinding song to add to their collection. The song opens like a tender letter to lost places, with Bøgh’s ethereal vocals floating over intimate acoustic arrangements. The duo handle such weighty material gracefully – the story of Eythra, a town that was demolished to make way for brown coal mining, and most of its residents were relocated to Plattenbau apartments near Leipzig. Where Eythra once stood, there is now Zwenkauer See, and all that remains of the town are the memories of its former residents. It’s the kind of song that…

Read More

Inspiration can strike in the most everyday and mundane moments. For Aleks Grey, it was a late-night dog walk that birthed his latest single, Please come home. Passing by an apartment building, Grey spotted a lone blue light in a sea of darkness – likely from a phone screen. This simple image conjured a poignant scenario: the aftermath of a lovers’ quarrel, one person gone, the other left alone in the shadows. And from this fleeting observation, a song was born. Grey’s Please come home is stripped back and minimalist allowing the emotion to seep through. The track opens with…

Read More

ESSIRAY’s latest single LOSE YOU skilfully merges pop sensibilities with the pulsating energy of drum and bass. From the outset, LOSE YOU captivates with its layered production. The foundation is built on a dynamic drum and bass rhythm, providing an irresistible momentum that propels the song forward. What makes the track even more interesting is the unexpected incorporation of jazz piano elements. These melodic touches add depth and nuance to the song, creating a rich sonic texture that rewards repeated listens. ESSIRAY’s delivery effortlessly shifts between ethereal and powerful, demonstrating impressive range and control. The harmonies are particularly noteworthy, adding…

Read More

Rising Afrofusion star Minz has dropped Lon3ly, a stunning single from his debut album By Any Minz. This track showcases the Lagos-born artist’s knack for blending genres and emotions into something uniquely compelling. The first thing that grabs you in Lon3ly is that irresistible saxophone. It weaves through the song like a golden thread, adding depth and a touch of nostalgia to the contemporary Afrofusion sound. Minz’s voice is a perfect match for the instrumental backdrop. His smooth delivery contrasts beautifully with the raw emotion in his lyrics. There’s a vulnerability that makes Lon3ly feel intimate and relatable, even as…

Read More