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.

South London-based R&B singer-songwriter RAYE has remixed her smash hit song ‘Decline’ in celebration of her partnership with iconic brand Timberland for their ‘Celebrate the Icons’ campaign. They have launched a new boot called the London Square which is a fresh take on their classic boots. Timberland is known for its yellow boot which was worn by workmen since it’s launch back in the 1970’s. American hip-hop artists in the 90’s such as Wu-Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, Tupac, and DMX made it fashionable and elevated its status into a fashion must-have. RAYE has been steadily rising since 2016 and she…

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Matty Carter + Ariel are the most interesting group to emerge for quite some time and everything they release has a deeper meaning. Their new cover of the iconic Michael Jackson hit ‘They Don’t Care About Us’ is inspired by the strength and leadership of victims of gun violence and racial injustice. The original track was released in 1996 and was about racism and a message to people in power to stop ignoring human rights. Two decades later and these themes are unfortunately still prevalent in society. Matty Carter perfectly encapsulates these feelings and anger as he spits each lyric…

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We’re never completely alone, especially when we have music to accompany us on this journey called life. Jess McAvoy perfectly encapsulates this feeling in her new single ‘All Alone’ which is released today. Beautifully performed with Alicia Madison, ‘All Alone’ touches on many feelings in such a simplistic way. Through tender lyrics, the lovingly plucked acoustic guitar, and standout harmonies which strike a poignant chord in the coldest of hearts. Sometimes that’s all you need in music. Jess McAvoy is an Australian-born and raised singer-songwriter who embarked for the bright lights of New York City in 2011 and now resides…

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Bastian Baker has the power to transport you to another place with his first UK release, ‘SIX’. The singer-songwriter from Switzerland, who is currently on tour with Shania Twain, delivers a cascade of music and words through rippling guitar lines, soaring strings, and rich, honest vocals. ‘SIX’ outlines six days in a relationship: Day 1 was a blast, And it happened so fast I held on to you tight You’re my guiding light Day 2, nothing new, I’d been missing you too, You mesmerized my body when you whispered I love you. And so on it goes The story we’ve…

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‘Cold Hugs’, the latest single from dream-pop duo Peter And Kerry is as warm, pillowy and comforting as a duvet day when it’s cold and drizzling outside. Through fuzzy synths, fluid harmonies and dreamy vocals, the song reveals a nuanced nostalgia. Prior to a five-year hiatus, the pair had much success with their debut album, toured the UK & Europe with Lianne La Havas, Lucy Rose and Laura Mvula as well as radio play on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2, BBC 6Music and XFM, TV coverage, modelling partnerships with Adidas and Burberry. After some time out working on solo…

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You just have to listen to a few seconds of Parker Polhill’s new single ‘No Talk Tonight’ to realise he is on to a winner. It’s not just his name that is memorable but his songs are insanely catchy too. ‘No Talk Tonight’ is airy and crisp, the epitome of contemporary pop with subtle elements of electronica, RnB and kaleidoscopic tones. Parker’s nectar vocals have a commanding allure. Music was always a passion for Parker Polhill and he started out in the music industry performing at Eddie’s Attic in his hometown of Atlanta Georgia. It was a venue where artists…

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Exciting news from Wild Front who announce their UK headline tour for October 2018 and release their brand new video for ‘Make You Feel’ which is officially out tomorrow. The band’s latest single ‘Make You Feel’ was released by AWAL and co-written by Alfie Jackson (of The Holloways) and produced by Fred Cox (Rag N’ Bone Man, Kasabian, Paloma Faith). Frontman Jack Williams, lead guitarist Joe Connell, bassist Mike Flowers, and drummer Josh Betteridge make up Wild Front and in their latest single they have created an absorbing song. There is a lushness to the synths and instrumental arrangements with…

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Introducing Danish artist, writer and producer Niels Christian Sommer Kjaergaard aka Summers and his debut ‘Reborn’. This is a feast for your eyes and ears with forward-thinking beats and production, a fusion of genres and a colourful, powerful music video which depicts cultures from around the globe. Neon Music interviewed Summers about ‘Reborn’, what inspires him and what he’s up to next. Tell me about your new single ‘Reborn’ I wrote Reborn about 3 years ago when I was going through some changes in my life. I had been in a group for many years that broke up and that sort…

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Project is the latest young rapper you should have on your radar. The 19-year-old was born in Ireland and has lived in the UK for the last five years. When he turned 18 he bought his first set of studio equipment, soundproofed his bedroom and turned it into a studio. “We had sessions there with other rappers almost 24/7 and it was wicked to see what kind talent we had in Hayes, West London.” Project made some Instagram freestyles that made a buzz in his area and soon after released his my first single on Spotify called ‘Looking In The…

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Lana Del Rey has just released her new single ‘Venice Bitch’ which had its first play on Zane Lowe’s Apple Music’s Beats 1 earlier today. The popular singer-songwriter is currently in the studio working with Jack Antonoff (Taylor Swift, Lorde). Although a full-length record won’t be due for release until 2019 Lana is excited to preview some early material from the sessions for fans. ‘Venice Bitch’ follows last week’s release of ‘Mariners Apartment Complex’ and features Lana Del Rey’s familiar dreamy style and late summer feel. “Fear fun, fear love Fresh out of f*cks, forever Tryin’ to be stronger for…

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