Author: Lucy Lerner

Marky D’s new single ‘Zombie’ may seem appropriate for its Halloween release date but is in fact about the use of drugs as an escape from the world. When people use drugs they act like zombies, “drugs got me numb”. The narrative takes place within a tight beat which has a shimmering feel and a hazy landscape (which fits well with the theme) and Marky D’s flow slides in and out of warping synths. The overall aesthetic is psychedelic bliss with a grittier meaning. “kickin’, she kickin’, this her favourite song smoke a zip a day, that’s her getaway sittin’…

UNBLOOM’s music will brighten up anyone’s day. His new single ‘Lost Myself’ begins with Jonathan Zarola’s soft vocals and a toe-tapping beat then launches into full-on dance mode with a get up on your feet, you just have to move vibe. Combining pop with cutting-edge electronica and dance music, UNBLOOM has found his niche and propelled it to another dimension. “Sonically, I would say ‘Lost Myself’ is a return to my dance-roots (akin to some of the songs on my ‘This Could Be Everything / This Could Be Nothing’ EP that was released last summer), yet incorporates my singing more…

Neon Music attended the launch event of VOXI x Phones, at Studio Spaces in East London last night and mingled with the likes of Radio and TV Presenter Maya Jama, Premier League footballer Wilfred Zaha and a host of well-known TV stars and celebrities. The jam-packed party saw electrifying live performances from top UK music acts Jax Jones and Mabel, alongside DJ sets from homegrown talent Monki and Maribou State. VOXI by Vodafone is the UK’s first mobile offering dedicated to customers aged 29 and under. VOXI x Phones is an affordable and flexible smartphone with no upfront cost and…

Royston is an entertainment industry expert who has worked as a successful dancer in the USA and choreographed dance routines for some of the biggest music artists including Rita Ora, Ray BLK, and MNEK. He also owns RnD Creatives, a talent agency for people working in the arts. Neon Music caught up with Royston to find out about what it takes to make a music video, which music artist has surprised him most while learning a dance routine and much more. He has also created a playlist especially for Neon Music readers with his favourite tracks to get you dancing.…

Act out your fantasies with ‘Fantasy Love’, the brand new EP from Vancouver group Blonde Diamond, formerly known as Youngblood. It’s dreamy, dark pop at its best with fleshed out, forward-thinking electronica and hints of the 60s and 80s. The 6 track EP is filled with euphorically catchy melodies and hard driven beats. The music will suck you on to the dancefloor but is also a must for a late night drive. There is a vulnerability in frontwoman Alexis Young’s vocals, as well as a, don’t mess with me attitude. As each song ramps up and the EP comes to…

‘Boy Bye’ is only Shallise’s second single but it sounds very accomplished indeed. With sultry vocals, warm synth tones and a sensual trap beat the song ticks all the boxes. The young London-based singer describes what her new single is about, “‘Boy Bye’ is about an ex wanting a second chance and doesn’t want to accept the fact that I have no interest and have moved on to better things,” A place a lot of girls would rather be in instead of brooding about their ex-boyfriend which most songs portray. Confidence shines through in Shallise’s lyrics, “I found me another…

We have had quite a journey starting out as Britznbeatz in the summer of 2016 and re-branding to Neon Music in June this year. The reason behind both websites is to offer exposure for emerging artists who are putting out phenomenal music, but a lot of the time just not getting the recognition they deserve. We feature artists of broad-ranging genres from all corners of the world and are so privileged to discover new talent every day. We have exclusive interviews with the likes of Afrikan Boy, Eliza Shaddad, Anna Pancaldi, JP Cooper, Carter, Childcare and Kota the Friend. We…

The new single from James Kaye will carry you away on a mellow cloud. Using his own style of RnB and pop the West Coast Native knows how to reel the listener in with delicious songs which need to be played on a continuous loop. His new single ‘Colors’ is produced by twice Grammy Award-winning producer DJ Swivel (Beyonce, Jay-Z, The Chain Smokers) and is the second single from Kaye’s highly anticipated EP ‘Wish You Were Here’. James Kaye obviously loves the water because he uses rain sounds in ‘Colors’ which carry from the theme of previous single ‘Coconut’ which…

Alessandro Ciminata has released many standout singles over the past year including ‘Last Call’, ‘Demons’, ‘Loved Locked Out’ and ‘Flashing Lights’. The London-based singer-songwriter, known for his aching electronica, is back with  his latest single ‘It’s You Or It’s Nothing’, “a brilliantly rich tapestry of intimate aural bliss.” Alessandro chats to Neon Music about his new song, London being his inspiration and more. Tell me about your new single ‘It’s You Or It’s Nothing’It’s my favourite song so far. I co-wrote this with Jack Gourlay (Rhodes, Paradisia). I’m so nervous and excited at the same time, I hope you like…

Neon Music had a hot ticket to the TIDAL x Arsenal event last night at Village Underground in East London, an intimate venue showcasing the best in live music. The TIDAL X: Arsenal Rising Show featuring Maleek Berry and DJ Juls was a pop-up style event to celebrate TIDAL and Arsenal FC’s recent partnership. British-Ghanian DJ and Producer Juls has been steadily rising with his own style and African music influences. He has collaborated with the likes of Stonebwoy, Nonso Amadi, Burna Boy, Kojey Radical, Not3s and more. Earlier this year he was added to the roster of playlist curators…