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Swedish singer-songwriter Elina has never shied away from weaving ethereal melodies with introspective, thought-provoking lyrics. Her latest EP, ‘A Place I Recognise’, marks a heartfelt return to her countryside roots.
‘A Place I Recognise’: Elina Pays Homage To Healing, Courage And Homecoming 
Swedish singer-songwriter Elina has never shied away from weaving ethereal melodies with introspective, thought-provoking lyrics. Her latest EP, ‘A Place I Recognise’, marks a heartfelt return to her countryside roots - a homecoming collection that explores themes of healing, recovery, and self-discovery, all delivered with striking intimacy.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Coffeeshop joins forces with New York based artist, Rob Roth, on new single, 'Dark Days', an anthem for all of us who have felt the encroaching doom and gloom, and fear it may never end.
Coffeeshop X Rob Roth Examine The ‘Dark Days’ And Provide An Anthemic Release
Coffeeshop joins forces with New York based artist, Rob Roth, on new single, 'Dark Days', an anthem for all of us who have felt the encroaching doom and gloom, and fear it may never end.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Celeste Marie Wilson's latest single, 'Ever Wanted', tells a Cinderella story that is so perfect that it feels like it might just come true. With high energy rock and roll woven into a sparkling pop bounce, the track feels like it could have come off a coming-of-age movie soundtrack.
Celeste Marie Wilson Has All She ‘Ever Wanted’
Celeste Marie Wilson's latest single, 'Ever Wanted', tells a Cinderella story that is so perfect that it feels like it might just come true. With high energy rock and roll woven into a sparkling pop bounce, the track feels like it could have come off a coming-of-age movie soundtrack.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:57 AM
'Bag In Hand' might well be the debut single from Power Down, but it brings will it decades of musical talent and prowess, in its tale of longing, detachment, and surrender.
Power Down Give Debut Single, ‘Bag In Hand’ The Anime Treatment For Music Video
'Bag In Hand' might well be the debut single from Power Down, but it brings will it decades of musical talent and prowess, in its tale of longing, detachment, and surrender.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Great Adamz Scores Second #1 On Music Week Black Music Chart With ‘Body And Soul’ Featuring Maddox Jones

Great Adamz and Maddox Jones delivered the perfect mesh of Afrobeats and pop sensibility with 'Body And Soul,' a track that celebrates rhythm and connection in equal measure. Both hailing from…
Great Adamz Scores Second #1 On Music Week Black Music Chart With ‘Body And Soul’ Featuring Maddox Jones
Great Adamz and Maddox Jones delivered the perfect mesh of Afrobeats and pop sensibility with 'Body And Soul,' a track that celebrates rhythm and connection in equal measure. Both hailing from their hometown of Northampton - and recently completing UK Tour dates together - the Radikal Records artists have individually carved out a career-defining year. Now, they cap off 2025 in joint celebration, with a…
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November 12, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Nova Scotia’s own Jon Mullane returns after a two year hiatus for what promises to be the best chapter yet of his nearly 20 year career. New single, 'Remember In November', the first off his upcoming EP, which is set to drop in the spring, is touching, evoking the brighter sunlit days.
Jon Mullane Gives Us Wistful Memories With New Single, ‘Remember In November’
Nova Scotia’s own Jon Mullane returns after a two year hiatus for what promises to be the best chapter yet of his nearly 20 year career. New single, 'Remember In November', the first off his upcoming EP, which is set to drop in the spring, is touching, evoking the brighter sunlit days, while being written from the grey haze of November.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Milky Chance never miss with their playful, offbeat, and always deeply human music. Their latest release, 'Camouflage', sees the duo, who first met when they were at school, take a magnifying glass to the intricacies of life and explore it in intimate detail.

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Milky Chance Remind Us That It's All Going To Be Good With 'Camouflage'
Milky Chance never miss with their playful, offbeat, and always deeply human music. Their latest release, 'Camouflage', sees the duo, who first met when they were at school, takes a magnifying glass t...
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November 11, 2025 at 10:20 AM
SHAB is renowned for blending her lived personal experiences with sharp anthemic pop, a fusion that sets her apart from the crowd. Now, she raises the bar emotionally with a contemplative reimagining of 'Skin & Bones', brought to new life by producer Damon Sharpe.

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Skin & Bones: SHAB Rebirths Her Anthem Of Survival With Damon Sharpe Remix
World-pop artist SHAB is renowned for blending her lived personal experiences with sharp, anthemic pop - a fusion that sets her apart from the crowd. Now, she raises the bar emotionally with a contemp...
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November 11, 2025 at 9:45 AM
There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when an artist channels their vulnerabilities into art, not to seek sympathy, but to reach others who might be feeling the same. With her new single 'Good', out November 7th, London-based singer-songwriter Casey McQuillen does exactly that.
Casey McQuillen’s ‘Good’ Glows with Honest Emotion
There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when an artist channels their vulnerabilities into art, not to seek sympathy, but to reach others who might be feeling the same. With her new single 'Good', out November 7th, London-based singer-songwriter Casey McQuillen does exactly that, releasing a gentle, bittersweet track for anyone who’s ever felt invisible in a crowded room.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Writing a great original Christmas song is no walk in the park - you’re up against timeless classics and a fleeting seasonal spotlight. But with 'I’m In Love For Christmas', veteran rocker and singer-songwriter Sean Griffin delivers a festive gem that feels both timeless and intimate.
‘I’m In Love For Christmas’: Seán Griffin’s Charming Tribute to the Christmas That Changed Everything
Writing a great original Christmas song is no walk in the park - you’re up against timeless classics and a fleeting seasonal spotlight. But with 'I’m In Love For Christmas', veteran rocker and singer-songwriter Sean Griffin delivers a festive gem that feels both timeless and intimate. This jaunty yet tender track - a fiddle-tinged love letter to his first Christmas with his wife - captures the full spectrum of the holiday season: its joyful chaos, cozy intimacy, and irresistible sense of wonder.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
No one does Christmas quite like LeAnn Rimes. Wrapped in shimmering renditions of timeless classics, her own festive flair and a set of glowing originals from her upcoming seasonal musical, '32 Hooves', this December treat - 'Greatest Hits Christmas' - also glitters with all-star collaborations.
LeAnn Rimes Delivers A Future Holiday Staple With ‘Greatest Hits Christmas’
No one does Christmas quite like LeAnn Rimes. Wrapped in shimmering renditions of timeless classics, her own festive flair and a set of glowing originals from her upcoming seasonal musical, '32 Hooves', this December treat - 'Greatest Hits Christmas' - also glitters with all-star collaborations, including Hollywood star Luke Evans, soul hit-maker Aloe Blacc and Gavin DeGraw. 
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November 7, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Released on the 1st of November, 'International Spy' is the new single from trio, The Bouquet Sessions, and evokes the very best of 80s Brit-pop, despite the band being from Buenos Aires, and very much from today.
The Bouquet Sessions Unveil A Synth-Pop Thriller With ‘International Spy’
Released on the 1st of November, 'International Spy' is the new single from trio, The Bouquet Sessions, and evokes the very best of 80s Brit-pop, despite the band being from Buenos Aires, and very much from today.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Anthony Ruptak's new album, 'Tourist', is out today, the 7th of November, Dropping ahead of the album, the Colorado artist has released his new single, 'Phantasmagoria', accompanied by an epic music video.
Anthony Ruptak’s ‘Phantasmagoria’ Is An Apocalyptic Anthem, Ahead Of New Album, ‘Tourist’
Anthony Ruptak's new album, 'Tourist', is out today, the 7th of November, Dropping ahead of the album, the Colorado artist has released his new single, 'Phantasmagoria', accompanied by an epic music video.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:50 AM
With 'Not My First Emotional Rodeo', Janet Devlin returns to the dusty trail she carved last year with 'Emotional Rodeo', and this time, she’s brought extra swagger, a few more tears, and a truckload of attitude.

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Janet Devlin Releases Deluxe Album, 'Not My First Emotional Rodeo': Still in the Saddle, Still Breaking Hearts
There are some artists who reinvent themselves every album, and then there’s Janet Devlin, who somehow reinvents the genre around her. With 'Not My First Emotional Rodeo', the Irish songstress returns...
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November 6, 2025 at 9:45 AM
To commemorate turning 70 Paul Kelly has released an album that shows there's plenty of bite in the old fella yet. 'SEVENTY' is out this Friday, the 7th of November.
Paul Kelly Owns His Legendary Status With New Album ‘SEVENTY’
The word legendary gets bandied about a lot, but in the case of Australian singer-songwriter, Paul Kelly, it's well-earned. To commemorate turning 70 - nope, we couldn't believe it either - he's released an album that shows there's plenty of bite in the old fella yet. 'SEVENTY' is out this Friday, the 7th of November.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:20 PM
An Essentially Pop favourite, Nya returns after a year's absence with her new single, 'My Tears Grew Roses'.
Nya Releases A Declaration To Her Star Power With New Single, ‘My Tears Grew Roses’
An Essentially Pop favourite, Nya returns after a year's absence with her new single, 'My Tears Grew Roses'.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Honouring their Afro-Latino and Afro-Mexican heritage, Sen Dog (Cypress Hill) and Kemo The Blaxican (ex-Delinquent Habits) come together as Negros De La Raza, and their latest single, 'Para Mi Gente'.
Negros De La Raza Come Together In A Cultural Declaration With ‘Para Mi Gente’
Honouring their Afro-Latino and Afro-Mexican heritage, Sen Dog (Cypress Hill) and Kemo The Blaxican (ex-Delinquent Habits) come together as Negros De La Raza, and their latest single, 'Para Mi Gente'.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Caoimhe is a woman driven half to insanity while thinking about a man named 'Finbar'. Such is the power he has over her, she loses herself to dancing, at first in a bar, and then later, in a field, in front of a bonfire.
Kerry Kenny Band Release ‘Finbar’, The Next Single From Their Celtic Rock Album, ‘Brutal Best’
Caoimhe is a woman driven half to insanity while thinking about a man named 'Finbar'. Such is the power he has over her, she loses herself to dancing, at first in a bar, and then later, in a field, in front of a bonfire. Beautifully channelled by Kerry Kenny, the song is accompanied by an evocative music video directed by Tom Robenolt, of Point Five Films.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Qymira’s latest release, ‘Shade of My Shadow’, is a cinematic statement of intent. As both the official theme for the forthcoming feature Shadow Transit and a standalone orchestral tour de force.

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A Cinematic Symphony of Self: Qymira’s Releases Her Most Visionary Work Yet in New Music Video 'Shade of My Shadow'
Qymira’s latest release, 'Shade of My Shadow', is a cinematic statement of intent. As both the official theme for the forthcoming feature Shadow Transit and a standalone orchestral tour de force.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Following on from Staunch Moderates' latest release, 'Bigfoot's Football Live', we spoke with the collective about the track and the message behind everything they do.
Give Peace A Chance: We Speak With Staunch Moderates About Latest Release, ‘Bigfoot’s Football Live’, And Their Wider Mission
Following on from Staunch Moderates' latest release, 'Bigfoot's Football Live', we spoke with the collective about the track and the message behind everything they do.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Out now, 'Maria' is the charming and soulful single from Manuela Dhovar. With her music taking her from her homeland of Portugal to the recording studios of Paris, the track is infused with Brazilian pop influences as it celebrates the naivety and curiosity of youth.
Manuela Dhovar Unveils Ode To Youth And Her Portuguese Roots, ‘Maria’
Out now, 'Maria' is the charming and soulful single from Manuela Dhovar. With her music taking her from her homeland of Portugal to the recording studios of Paris, the track is infused with Brazilian pop influences as it celebrates the naivety and curiosity of youth.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:50 AM
LeAnn Rimes’ new album shines with fresh songs and all-star collaborations, featuring Luke Evans, Aloe Blacc, and Gavin DeGraw.

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LeAnn Rimes Rings in the Season with 'Greatest Hits Christmas', Arriving November 7th
LeAnn Rimes' new album shines with fresh songs and all-star collaborations, featuring Luke Evans, Aloe Blacc, and Gavin DeGraw.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Bringing their characteristic raw charisma to each release, Pure Order impart wisdom that's not just meant to entertain, but to also speak to the very depths of the soul. Latest single, 'Sovereign State', is no different, and shows that this duo are going places.
Hyper-Conscious Hip Hop Duo Pure Order Enter A ‘Sovereign State’ With Latest Release
Bringing their characteristic raw charisma to each release, Pure Order impart wisdom that's not just meant to entertain, but to also speak to the very depths of the soul. Latest single, 'Sovereign State', is no different, and shows that this duo are going places.
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October 28, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Following on from Waves_On_Waves' previous single, 'Started Catching Feelings', we're pleased to bring another wonderfully retro track from this project, 'Dangerous'. This time also featuring Timecop1983 and Pastel Arcade.
Waves_On_Waves x Timecop1983 x Waves On Waves 1987 x Pastel Arcade Honours The 1980s With ‘Dangerous’
Following on from Waves_On_Waves' previous single, 'Started Catching Feelings', we're pleased to bring another wonderfully retro track from this project, 'Dangerous'. This time also featuring Timecop1983 and Pastel Arcade.
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October 28, 2025 at 10:29 AM
There’s a new temperature rising in Allegra’s world. With 'Red', the London pop innovator signals the beginning of a darker, glossier, and more confident era, one that trades heartbreak confessionals for desire, control, and heat.
Allegra Shapeshifts Into Her Most Confident Era Yet With ‘Red’
There’s a new temperature rising in Allegra’s world. With 'Red', the London pop innovator signals the beginning of a darker, glossier, and more confident era, one that trades heartbreak confessionals for desire, control, and heat. It’s the title track from her forthcoming EP, and it might just be the defining moment of her career so far: slick, sensual, and impossible to ignore.
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October 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM