Author: Lucy Lerner

Sugarcane returns with their eclectic sound through new single ‘Shambala Mess’. Frontman Robin French is a man of many talents from being the bassist of Mr. Hudson and the Library (who have supported icons including Amy Winehouse, The Police and Kanye West.) Since then he has been successful as a scriptwriter – creating and writing five series of the award-winning BBC1/Netflix sitcom Cuckoo and writing plays for the RSC, The Royal Court, and The National. Music-wise his mixed British and Caribbean heritage influences his hybrid sound and on ‘Shambala Mess’ this is evident with soft vocals over Bahian drumming, French…

“Have faith in all you can” Introducing Maltese band, Airport Impressions and their latest single ‘Faith’ which is a powerful anthem in the vein of U2. The song resonates with its melodic rock feel, reflective lyrics and dynamic delivery. ‘Faith’ is about refusing to let the weight of modern life crush your ambition. It reminds us to have faith in our dreams and never give up despite how impossible it can feel sometimes. Since their conception, the alt-rock band is one of the most successful acts to emerge from Malta over the last ten years. They have enjoyed continuous airwave…

“She leaves a hole in your heart and then she’s gone” London-based alt-indie band Oshens is back with a joyous new single ‘Ozma’. It’s a real gem of a song about failed relationships with a rip-roaring feel that screams out summer. Not surprising as the outfit calls their music ‘beach punk’. “You’re always on your own, it’s hard to be strong, when everything goes wrong” Oshens says of their new single, “This month we’re dedicating our single ‘Ozma’ to our brother Kiaran Carney. We hope this gives you something you can skip, walk, skate, cycle, dance, drive to… even with…

Terry Guy releases his beautiful new single ‘Brown Eyes’. The piano-driven ballad is drenched in emotion, particularly through Terry’s raw vocals and the poignancy in the lyrics. The violin which underpins the track adds another layer to an already textured song. The unsigned singer-songwriter who has been writing music since the young age of 14 reveals the song is inspired by social issues such as HIV stigma and homophobia. “Someone who heard the song described ‘Brown Eyes’ as a love letter to a friend, and that’s exactly what it is. Although I already had a face-to-face conversation with my dear…

Fall into a dream world with the music video for ‘Circles’ from Terrane. The song has that otherworldly quality which the visuals bring to life fusing ideas of body, mind, space, and love. Terrane is an artist soaked in mystery and ‘Circles’ is unique with airy vocals an electronic undertone creating such a hypnotic piece it sends listeners and viewers into a trance. There is an interesting theory about Terrane. He lives and works below the iconic BT Tower, and one wonders if his music has been influenced by technology and human connections being transmitted frequently by the tower. Terrane’s…

Naked Next Door is back with a corker of a debut EP ‘Stuck In My Mind’. Filled with 5 memorable tracks which shine a light on the band’s versatility, it is the perfect introduction to a British indie 4-piece who have a very bright future ahead of them. The band has been busy with a recent signing to Honest Records, a headline performance at Camden Assembly which took place in support of War Child charity and the launch of their new EP. We caught up with the band before their EP release and they discuss one of the singles ‘Where…

“I’m a bit of an all or nothing person” – KAT KOAN Mess with KAT KOAN if you dare. Her new single ‘Silly Me’ taken from her forthcoming debut EP ‘Lustfire’ is an angst fuelled number coated with a disco-flavoured retro gloss. ‘Silly Me’ opens with an ominous tone then Kat delivers her punchy lyrics with a snarl and a hint of a smile: “You want to feel me, you want to feel the things that you can’t feel with your wife, And I believed you when you said you want me in your life, Fraternity, Silly me” F**k you,…

Following the incredible response to his debut single, ‘I Am’, British queer-pop artist VAUGHAN releases ‘Living People’ which made its debut on Australia’s longest-running drama series Neighbours yesterday. Beautifully poignant, ‘Living People’ captures listeners attention and hearts. This piano-driven piece features thoughtful lyrics and ethereal harmonies. “You know life is for living, Run away with the time, Give to those less given, Waging wars in their minds” The song was written in one go after VAUGHAN experienced the unexpected loss of a friend. It’s an emotional reminder of how fragile and fleeting life is and how we need to cherish…

‘Deserve’ is a darker offering from young singer-songwriter Reece Le Roux. It begins with ominous-sounding, cinematic synths and leads to emotional vocals and gritty lyrics full of anguish. ‘Deserve’ hangs in the limbo of being incredibly catchy and brooding. It has a dark-pop and alt R&B aesthetic with deep, mysterious grooves. After a hiatus from releasing music the 20-year-old artist from Cape Town says of his new single, “I feel like I’ve finally found myself. It all feels so much more natural to me now, I can’t wait to keep creating.” We can expect more releases from Reece later this…

“quickly the track seemed to develop a mind of its own” Seaker returns with another soothing track which reminds us of the calming effects of water and even takes us back to her single ‘The Waters’ from two years ago. This talented singer-songwriter certainly has a knack for weaving themes of nature into her music. ‘Woven’ started as a gift for her mother after a close childhood friend of hers became sick. They discussed roots connecting to branches to trees which in turn developed into metaphors for intertwining relationships which stem from childhood. It began as a fairly simple melody…