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WOOZE have announced their return with a new single titled ‘Sabre Tooth Spider’. The British/Korean duo, formed in 2017 by Jamie She and Theo Spark, drew musical inspiration from the Power Puff Girls theme song for their latest track. ‘Sabre Tooth Spider’ combines heavy, distorted, 80s-inspired riffs with glam-inflected vocals and anthemic hooks. The track…

Christopher Owens has announced his new album, ‘I Wanna Run Barefoot Through Your Hair’. The full-length is set for release on 18th October via True Panther Records. The former Girls frontman has also shared a new single, ‘No Good’, accompanied by a live acoustic performance video directed by filmmaker Rebekah Sherman-Myntti. Owens has faced significant…

Label: Staple Diet RecordsReleased: 2nd August 2024 Roaring out the traps with a couple of their best songs in years, the one-two punch of ‘Asleep’ and ‘Stuck in the Car With You’ sets out Twin Atlantic’s stall for what’s been billed as a return to their roots. Sam McTrusty’s trademark brogue soars over the former, a…

Label: ATO RecordsReleased: 2nd August 2024 Brigitte Calls Me Baby’s debut ‘The Future Is Our Way Out’ is a love letter to the past written in neon lights, a collection of songs that sound like they were beamed in from a 1960s jukebox but speak to the anxieties of the present day. Frontman Wes Leavins croons…

Label: ParlophoneReleased: 2nd August 2024 86TVs’ self-titled debut album crashes onto the indie rock scene like a tidal wave of nostalgia laced with neon-bright hope for the future. It’s a record that feels both comfortingly familiar and thrillingly new, much like finding a cherished childhood toy upgraded with laser beams and a jetpack. Opening track ‘Modern…

Label: Bella UnionReleased: 2nd August 2024 Personal Trainer’s second effort, ‘Still Willing’ is a vibrant tapestry of sound that showcases the Amsterdam-based collective’s knack for musical exploration. At its core, it’s an exercise in artful chaos, weaving together threads of indie pop, dream pop, avant-funk, and noise rock into something surprisingly cohesive.  ‘Upper Ferntree Gully’ stands…

Label: Counter Intuitive RecordsReleased: 12th July 2024 It’s been five long years since Long Island emo punkers Macseal released breakthrough ‘Super Enthusiast’. While there was little original about their mix of introspective and soul-searching lyrics and preppy, breezy pop-punk/twinkly emo, they did it far better than most – meaning expectations are high for the follow-up ‘Permanent…

Label: Chess Club RecordsReleased: 2nd August 2024 After finding her footing through a trio of excellent EPs and testing the waters with a mini-LP, Liverpool’s break-beat connoisseur Pixey achieves complete self-realisation on her debut album proper. She’s already developed a deep and distinct artistic fingerprint at every opportunity, but here, her colourful personality flares up to…

Leave the house? Seems quite likely with all of this going on. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY GIG OF THE WEEK TAYLOR SWIFT, WEMBLEY STADIUM (15TH, 16TH, 17TH, 19TH, 20TH AUGUST 2024) Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour touchdown at Wembley Stadium is as much a meticulously curated exhibition of a key aspect of pop’s current landscape…

Music meteorology: predicting the next wave of earworms with the tracks they’re teasing now. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY Addison proves she’s the real deal, plus all the tracks they’re teasing right now. Addison Rae, TikTok sensation turned pop star, has a lot riding on her new single, ‘Diet Pepsi’. It’s yet another potential pivot…

The big releases you need to hear from the week ahead. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY CHARLY BLISS – FOREVER In an era where distance has become the norm, Charly Bliss’s ‘FOREVER’ arrives as a curious artefact of connection. The New York quartet’s third album, birthed across continents and time zones, serves as a testament…

WHAT EVERYONE SHOULD BE TALKING ABOUT THIS WEEK As Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour hits London for its second leg this week, the biggest star on the planet is only getting bigger. So what happens next? Words: Dan Harrison. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY In the grand hall of pop 21st-century culture figures, few have achieved…

Lorde has wiped her social media accounts clean, fuelling speculation about new music. As of 12th August, both her Instagram and X/Twitter feeds have been cleared of all posts, leading fans to wonder if she’s teasing her much anticipated new album. The social media purge follows Lorde sharing a brief snippet of something last month.…

Leon Bridges has announced his fourth studio album ‘Leon’ will be released on 4th October via Columbia Records. It marks the Grammy Award-winning artist’s first new album in three years. The announcement is accompanied by the unveiling of new single ‘Peaceful Place’. Filmed on the outskirts of Mexico City, the video provides an intimate look…

Black Midi have announced their indefinite break-up. The reveal was made by frontman Geordie Greep during an Instagram live on Saturday (10th August), where he responded to fans’ questions about new music by typing “no more black midi” and “it’s over” into the chat. Greep further elaborated, writing: “Black Midi was an interesting band that’s…

A fearless masterclass in unifying rock & roll. Words: Ali Shutler.Photos: Frances Beach. “Festivals are a new thing for me,” Louis Tomlinson admits onstage at Sziget, but you wouldn’t know it. 2022’s ‘Faith In The Future’ was full of the sort of rowdy indie anthems that are perfect for a sunset slot on a festival…

Tonight’s gig is a giddy showcase of Halsey’s gut-led brilliance. Words: Ali Shutler.Photos: Frances Beach. From the epic drama of ‘Hopeless Fountain Kingdom’ to the industrial snarl of ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’ by way of several chart-topping pop megahits, Halsey’s career has been one of freedom and rebellion. “I like doing…

Master Peace has unveiled his new track ‘Save Me’. It’s the second single from his upcoming EP ‘How To Make A(nuva) Master Peace’, set for release on 4th October via PMR Records. Master Peace explains: “Save me – is about finally moving on in a relationship, and meeting someone new instantly and thinking these can…

Pop-rock duo Honey Revenge have released a new single, ‘Medicine’. It’s a cut from their new Extended Edition of their 2023 debut album ‘Retrovision’. Out now on Thriller Records, the effort features 16 tracks including ‘Medicine’, recent single ‘Recipe For Disaster’, and reimagined versions of album favourites ‘Airhead’ and ‘Distracted’. Vocalist Devin Papadol says of…

UPSET COVER STORY Six albums deep and still evolving, Sam McTrusty reveals Twin Atlantic’s blueprint for longevity in a rapidly changing music landscape, balancing two decades of rock experience with fresh explorations. Check out our new Upset cover story. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photos: Stevie Kyle. FOLLOW UPSET ON SPOTIFY There’s a certain poetry to catching Mr…

Katy Perry has released a new single, ‘LIFETIMES’. It’s the latest cut from her forthcoming album ‘143’, set to be released on 20th September via Capitol/EMI Records. The official video for ‘LIFETIMES’, directed by Stillz (known for his work with Bad Bunny and Rosalía), was filmed in Ibiza, Spain. It premiered on MTV Live, MTVU,…

The September issue of Dork is out now, packed with more bangers than a fireworks factory. We’re lighting the fuse on an issue that’ll carry you through the changing seasons, featuring longtime faves, fresh talent, and a few surprises along the way. Leading our trio of cover stars are the irrepressible Confidence Man, ready to…

A stolen gorilla. A dancefloor-slaying fifth album. And a love for the ridiculous. Blossoms are back, and they’ve brought Gary with them. Words: Martyn Young.Photos: Derek Bremner. This article is currently only available to Dork supporters. Sign up to read now here. If you’re already a member and are still seeing the paywall message, log…

Farewell tours, cricket podcasts, and bestselling books: seven years since The Maccabees left us, the White brothers are back, and they’ve brought reinforcements. Meet 86TVs, your favourite band’s new favourite band. Words: Ali Shutler.Photos: Derek Bremner. This article is currently only available to Dork supporters. Sign up to read now here. If you’re already a…

A 3am concept album, an accent trick, and enough euphoria to power a warehouse rave. Confidence Man are hitting peak chaos, and they’re inviting you along for the ride. Words: Abigail Firth.Photos: Jake Terrey.Stylist: Oriana De Luca.MUA: Peter Beard.Hair: Maddison Volishin. This article is currently only available to Dork supporters. Sign up to read now…

This summer might have been BRAT, but autumn is gearing up to be positively barking. Fat Dog’s debut album ‘WOOF.’ isn’t just here to keep the party going. With raw, unfiltered bangers that bottle the band’s live chaos, they aren’t just asking for your attention; they’re grabbing you by the tail and refusing to let…

From classical prodigy to pop innovator, Sarah Kinsley has delivered a debut album that captures fleeting moments in time. Words: Stephen Ackroyd. This article is currently only available to Dork supporters. Sign up to read now here. If you’re already a member and are still seeing the paywall message, log in to Steady here. There’s…

You know what’s easier than following around your fave pop stars, day in, day out, to see what they’re up to right that minute? Asking them. This month, we nab Eva Hendricks from Charly Bliss. This article is currently only available to Dork supporters. Sign up to read now here. If you’re already a member…

When you load up Spotify, a great big chunk of the time you can’t think what to play, right? You default back to your old favourites, those albums and songs you played on repeat when you first discovered you could make them yours.  This isn’t about guilty pleasures; it’s about those songs you’ll still be…

Yes, Dear Reader. We enjoy those ‘in depth’ interviews as much as anyone else. But – BUT – we also enjoy the lighter side of music, too. We simply cannot go on any longer without knowing that 5 Seconds of Summer’s Ashton Irwin has eaten – quote – ‘snake’s ass’. This article is currently only…

House of Protection have announced their debut EP ‘GALORE’, set for release on 13th September via Red Bull Records. The new project, featuring Aric Improta on drums and Stephen Harrison on guitar, have also shared their single ‘Pulling Teeth’ along with an accompanying video. The video for ‘Pulling Teeth’ was filmed in Ahmedabad, India, inside…

The Killers have unveiled their first new music of the year with the release of ‘Bright Lights’ via EMI. The track features all four original band members – Brandon Flowers (vocals), Dave Keuning (guitar), Mark Stoermer (bass) and Ronnie Vannucci Jr (drums). The release follows The Killers’ recent UK arena tour, which included six shows…

Aziya has unveiled her new single ‘call my name (lux lisbon)’. The track is inspired by Sofia Coppola‘s 1999 film adaptation of The Virgin Suicides, particularly the character of Lux Lisbon, portrayed by Kirsten Dunst in the movie. Co-produced by Aziya, Joe Page, and Romil Hemnani (known for his work with BROCKHAMPTON and Jack Antonoff),…

HONNE have released ‘Say That You Will Wait For Me’, featuring UK artist Liang Lawrence. The track is the final preview of the London-based duo’s, comprising Andy Clutterbuck and James Hatcher, upcoming album ‘OUCH’, set for release on 6th September. Reflecting on the track, Clutterbuck shares, “‘Say That You Will Wait For Me’ is a…

London Grammar have released a new track titled ‘Fakest Bitch’ via Ministry of Sound. The song represents a departure from the band’s usual style, with frontwoman Hannah Reid taking a more playful approach to transform negativity into something positive. She explains: “Fakest Bitch is pretty self-explanatory to be honest. Everybody has had someone, at some…

JADE has released a new version of her track ‘Angel Of My Dreams’, dubbed the ‘S.A.D. version – Slow. Angelic. Dramatic.’ The new rendition, produced by Starsmith, was co-written by JADE alongside Steph Jones, Pablo Bowman and Mike Sabath. A performance video for the ‘S.A.D. version’ accompanies the track. ‘Angel Of My Dreams’ has gained…

Sunday (1994) have released their new single ‘Softly’. The track is taken from the forthcoming deluxe version of their self-titled debut EP, set to arrive on 6th September, and explores themes of early romance and separation. The band describe the song’s meaning, stating: “‘Softly’ is about the first time he left for the airport or…

Friedberg have announced their debut album ‘Hardcore Workout Queen’. Set for release on 8th November via Clouds Hill, the alt-rock quartet will also play their first London headline show at the 100 Club on 4th November. The 10-track album – which includes previous releases ‘Hello’, ‘My Best Friend’, and latest single ‘The Greatest’ – is…

piri & tommy are back, bottling the wild energy of northern basements into ‘99%’ – a track that dances through the past and steps boldly into the future. Check out the latest cover story for our New Music Friday playlist edit, PLAY. Words: Stephen Ackroyd. FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY The basement parties of northern England…

Australian artist Ecca Vandal has returned with a new single, ‘Bleed But Never Die’. The track follows her 2017 self-titled debut album, as well as a number of single collabs with the likes of Void of Vision, Alice Ivy and more. Her first new release after “taking a bit of a breather for my head, heart,…

FINNEAS has announced ‘For Cryin’ Out Loud!’, his forthcoming solo album. The artist, songwriter, and producer will release his second solo studio album on 4th October via Polydor/Interscope Records; he’s also shared the title-track. Following on from his debut album ‘OPTIMIST’, his new effort was born out of a series of live studio sessions in Los…

The Dare has unveiled his new single ‘You’re Invited’, accompanied by a Jake Lazovick-directed video. The track is taken from his debut album ‘What’s Wrong With New York?’, set for release on 6th September via Polydor/Republic Records. This release follows The Dare’s previous singles ‘Perfume’ and ‘Girls’, both of which will feature on the upcoming…

Warmduscher have unveiled their latest track, ‘Staying Alive’. It’s a cut from their upcoming fifth album ‘Too Cold To Hold’. The full-length, set for release on 15th November via Strap Originals, features collaborations with Irvine Welsh, Lianne La Havas, Confidence Man’s Janet Planet, Jeshi, and CouCou Chloe. Following their previously released single ‘Fashion Week’, the…

Kele Okereke, frontman of Bloc Party, has released his new single ‘Hometown Edge’. It’s the lead single from his forthcoming solo project, set to arrive later this year via KOLA Records / !K7. The track marks Kele’s first solo release since 2023’s ‘The Waves Pt. 2’, and serves as the soundtrack to a late-night London…

Kelly Lee Owens has released her new single ‘Sunshine’. ‘Sunshine’ follows the recent drop ‘Love You Got’ as the second track from her upcoming fourth studio album ‘Dreamstate’, set for release on Friday 18th October via dh2. In support of the new album, Kelly has also announced a UK and European tour, with 13 dates…

Beabadoobee has released her new single ‘Beaches’. The track is the latest from her third studio album ‘This Is How Tomorrow Moves’, set for release tomorrow (9th August) via Dirty Hit. One of the later additions to full-length, the track was written while recording the album at Rick Rubin’s Malibu studios, Shangri-La. “I was just…

The Smile have released a new track ‘Don’t Get Me Started’. It’s accompanied by a music video directed by audiovisual artist Weirdcore, known for collaborations with Aphex Twin, Charli xcx, and – perhaps unsurprisingly – Radiohead. ‘Don’t Get Me Started’ follows a limited edition double A-side 12-inch single released last Friday exclusively through record shops…

Human Interest have released a new single, ‘Nuclear War’. Out via Nice Swan Records, the track is taken from the East London band’s forthcoming EP ‘Smile While You’re Losing (An Audio Guide To Wellness)’, set for release on 6th September. Discussing the inspiration behind ‘Nuclear War’, co-lead vocalist Cat Harrison states: “‘Nuclear War’ is inspired…

Paris Paloma has announced a series of intimate instore performances and signings. The dates are to celebrate the release of her debut album ‘cacophony’, taking place on 30th August in London, 31st August in Bristol, and 1st September in Liverpool. The album, set for release on 30th August via Nettwerk, features 15 tracks including the…

Yannis & The Yaw, featuring Tony Allen, have unveiled a new video for their track ‘Rain Can’t Reach Us’, ahead of the release of their ‘Lagos Paris London’ EP on 30th August. The video, created by regular Yannis and Foals visual collaborator Kit Monteith, combines AI technology with human creativity. Monteith developed a technique he…

London-based artist Siobhán Winifred has announced her debut EP ‘Don’t Do Well Alone’. Set for release on 27th September via Chess Club Records, she has shared the EP’s title-track and a video directed by Chaz Rudd. The EP also includes her recent singles ‘Lungs’ and ‘Killer’. Speaking about the track, Siobhán says: “‘Don’t Do Well…

Wunderhorse have unveiled a new track titled ‘Rain’, the latest offering from their upcoming second album ‘Midas’. The new track comes complete with live performance footage filmed at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town, while ‘Midas’ will be released on 30th August via Communion/Mick Music. “Rain is about the feeling that makes you look over your…

Fontaines D.C. have unveiled ‘Here’s The Thing’, the third single from their forthcoming fourth album ‘ROMANCE’, set for release on 23rd August via XL Recordings. The track was written just days before the band entered the studio to record the album. Frontman Grian Chatten describes it as “an anxious tune that twists and turns in…

Bright Eyes have unveiled ‘Rainbow Overpass’, the latest single from their upcoming tenth studio album ‘Five Dice, All Threes’, set for release on 20th September via Dead Oceans. The new track features Alex Orange Drink of The So So Glos and follows the release of ‘Bells & Whistles’ in June. Conor Oberst explains: “Alex and…

Night Swimming have released their new single ‘Five-Year Plan’, the final preview of their debut EP ‘No Place To Land’, set for release on 27th September. The Bath/Bristol-based dream-pop band recorded their EP live to tape at Middle Farm Studios in Devon, working with British producer Peter Miles (Orla Gartland, FIZZ, TORRES). The EP will…

Fred Again.. has announced a North American tour for autumn 2024, dubbed the Places We’ve Never Been Tour. The British producer and DJ will begin the tour on 11th September at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, concluding on 13th October at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. The tour will cover various cities…

Toro y Moi, the musical project of Chaz Bear, is set to release his eighth studio album, ‘Hole Erth’, on 6th September via Dead Oceans. Ahead of the release, Bear has shared two new tracks from the album: ‘Hollywood’, featuring Benjamin Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service, and ‘CD-R’. Speaking about…

yunè pinku has announced a new EP, ‘Scarlet Lamb’, set for release on 4th October via Method 808. Alongside the announcement, there’s also a lead single, ‘Believe’. The new EP follows yunè pinku’s 2022 release ‘BABYLON IX’. ‘Believe’, produced in collaboration with Cecile Believe, marks the first taste of the upcoming project. Speaking about the…

Taylor Swift has cancelled all three of her scheduled Eras Tour shows in Vienna following the arrest of two individuals who allegedly plotted a terrorist attack near the concert venue. Swift was set to perform at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion on 8th, 9th, and 10th August. In a statement, the show’s promoter Barracuda Music said, “Due to…

It’s an evening prioritising celebration and love. Words: Neive McCarthy.Photos: Anthony Harrison. “Send that love and make sure they hear it from Harehills, to Horsforth, to Beeston, to Guiseley,” shouts Yard Act frontman James Smith over the din of a rapturous crowd in Leeds’s Millenium Square. It’s the biggest hometown show of the band’s career…

With ‘Kid A,’ Radiohead tossed aside their guitar anthems and conjured a futuristic soundscape beamed in from another dimension, creating an audacious, bewildering masterpiece that redefined modern music. Words: Dan Harrison. As the clock ticked over to the year 2000, while most were busy fretting about the Y2K bug and whether our toasters might suddenly…

Bristol’s rising stars discuss their new EP, the beauty of the mundane, and why Greggs is the secret ingredient to musical success. Check out our latest Hype playlist cover feature. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photos: Seren Carys. FOLLOW HYPE ON SPOTIFY There’s a theory in quantum physics about parallel universes – the idea that somewhere out there,…

piri & tommy have released their first new music of 2024, a single titled ‘99%’. The track serves as a preview of the duo’s upcoming EP, following their breakthrough mixtape ‘froge.mp3’ and a series of standalone releases. ‘99%’ draws inspiration from the pair’s experiences at Leeds house parties. The duo explain, “Our message has always…

London trio Honeyglaze have released their new song ‘Pretty Girls’. It’s the third single from their forthcoming album ‘Real Deal’, set for release on 20th September via Fat Possum, following the release of previous tracks ‘Cold Caller’ and ‘Don’t’. The band describe ‘Pretty Girls’ as their “poppiest song yet”, saying: “We reworked it intermittently over…

Birmingham alt-rockers The Silver Lines have shared their new single ‘Watch Yourself Boy’. It’s the latest cut taken from their upcoming second EP ‘…And The Lord Don’t Think I Can Handle It’. Produced by David Radahd-Jones, formerly of Heaven’s Basement, the track showcases the band’s signature high-energy punk-influenced alt-rock sound. Speaking about the single, the…

How one album redefined the boundaries of experimental pop and paved the way for a new generation of boundary-pushing artists, challenging industry norms and expanding the very definition of mainstream music in the decade since its release Words: Dan Harrison. True paradigm shifts are rare. Rarer still are the albums that not only shift said…

It’s hot, isn’t it? Maybe a bit too hot? Well, you know what we recommend to help soothe you during this time? Some live music. Words: Jamie Muir.Photos: Patrick Gunning. It’s a stacked day in the heart of summer at London’s Signature Brew brewery on Blackhorse Road for Dork’s Day Out 2024, our third annual…

Silverbacks have announced their third LP ‘Easy Being A Winner’. Set for release on 18th October via Central Tones / Cargo, the Dublin six-piece have also shared a new track, ‘Something I Know’, which follows July’s ‘Selling Shovels’. Lyricist and guitarist Kilian O’Kelly explains: “Lyrically, it tells the story of a religious person who is…

Sad Night Dynamite have released their new single ‘Wake Up Pass Out’. The track is accompanied by a music video directed by BAFTA-nominated Balázs Simon, and marks the latest offering from their debut album ‘Welcome The Night’, set for release on 27th September. The duo describe ‘Wake Up Pass Out’ as “about being stuck in…

Only Real, the musical project of Niall Galvin, has returned with ‘Good Morning’. His first new single in nine years, the new track showcases Galvin’s signature style, following his 2015 album ‘Jerk At The End Of The Line’. He describes the song’s meaning, saying, “On the surface ‘Good Morning’ is a song about love, heartbreak…

Jordana has announced details of her fourth studio album, ‘Lively Premonition’. Set for release on 18th October via Grand Jury, the 23-year-old Maryland-raised and LA-based songwriter has also shared the lead single ‘Like A Dog’. Jordana explains the song’s meaning: “It’s about fawning over someone so entirely that any ounce of attention from them feeds…

Half Waif, the project of Nandi Rose, has announced her sixth studio album ‘See You At The Maypole’. Set for release on 4th October via ANTI-, the record was initially conceived as a departure from her previous darker works, but shifted following a personal loss. The album’s lead single, ‘Figurine’, has been released alongside a…

Clairo has announced details of her UK and European headline tour for 2025. Following a 25-date run across North America and Canada later this year, the Charm Tour will visit the UK and Europe for 10 shows next spring, including a performance at London’s Eventim Apollo on 13th March. The tour supports Clairo’s third album…

Taylor Swift has announced additional support acts for the second leg of her London shows. Joining The Eras Tour are RAYE, Suki Waterhouse, Sofia Isella, Holly Humberstone (pictured) and Maisie Peters. They follow in the footsteps of Griff, METTE and Benson Boone, who supported Swift earlier this year. The final UK dates of the tour…

WHAT EVERYONE SHOULD BE TALKING ABOUT THIS WEEK As Simon Cowell’s latest pop telly project reportedly pivots from talent search to pop parody, it’s clear how much culture has changed since the ‘glory’ days of The X Factor, if those days were ever that glorious at all. Words: Dan Harrison. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY…

Music meteorology: predicting the next wave of earworms with the tracks they’re teasing now. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY WE WANNA DANCE WITH GEORGE Another week, another glowing missive on HRH Charli xcx. They’re all justified. In the dazzling, oft-cynical world of pop, where remixes generally feel as essential as a chocolate teapot in a…

Leave the house? Seems quite likely with all of this going on. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY GIG OF THE WEEK JENSEN MCRAE AT ST PANCRAS OLD CHURCH, LONDON (7TH-9TH AUGUST 2024) If you’ve ever wondered what it sounds like when a rising star collides with a hallowed venue, wonder no more. Jensen McRae is…

The big releases you need to hear from the week ahead. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY KING GIZZARD AND THE LIZARD WIZARD – FLIGHT B741 In the time it takes most bands to decide on a setlist, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have probably released three albums. Their 26th(!) full-length, ‘Flight b741’, lands on…

FLO have released their new single ‘Check’. The track sees the British trio embracing their romantic side, showcasing their signature harmonies over an uptempo beat. Directed by Troy Roscoe, the accompanying music video features the trio hosting a slumber party while listing traits of an ideal partner. Speaking about the release, FLO explain: “Check is…

Sarah Kinsley has unveiled new song ‘Realms’. It’s the latest single from her forthcoming debut album ‘Escaper’, set for release on 6th September via Verve Forecast/Decca. Kinsley explains the concept behind the track: “Realms is a question of all the infinite possibilities of alternate universes and parallel planes. In another world maybe I’m not a…

Stand Atlantic have shared a new single, ‘FRENEMIES’. The new track explores the theme of complicated friendships, as lead singer Bonnie Fraser explains: “FRENEMIES is about rocky friendships and not knowing where you stand with someone. We’ve thrown it back a lil more in this track for the OG fans stylistically but in a fresh…

Bleachers have released ‘Wild Heart’, the first single from their upcoming album ‘A Stranger Desired’. The new record, set for release on 6th September via Dirty Hit, is a reimagined version of the band’s debut album ‘Strange Desire’ to mark its tenth anniversary. Reflecting on the anniversary, recent Dork cover star Jack Antonoff says: “On…

The 1975’s George Daniel has released his debut solo single ‘Screen Cleaner’. The track arrives via dh2, the new electronic imprint he is leading at the band’s label Dirty Hit, which recently celebrated its launch with a party at Brixton’s Phonox. The event featured performances from the label’s first signing Kelly Lee Owens, alongside Daniel,…

IDER have released their new single ‘You Don’t Know How to Drive’. The track follows their previous singles ‘Unlearn’ and ‘Girl’, signalling a new direction for the British duo, and also an upcoming as-yet-unannounced new project. Megan Markwick and Lily Somerville, who make up IDER, have been working on their sound in the Welsh countryside…

JADE’s debut solo single ‘Angel Of My Dreams’ has received a remix from American DJ and producer The Blessed Madonna. The original track, co-written by JADE in Los Angeles with Steph Jones, Pablo Bowman, and producer Mike Sabath, marks her first solo venture since Little Mix announced their hiatus in 2022. The song explores JADE’s…

Porter Robinson has released an official music video for ‘Easier to Love You’. It’s a track from his new album ‘SMILE! :D’, out now via Mom+Pop. The clip, directed by Japanese stop-motion animator and artist Tomoyasu Murata, explores themes of self-image and the desire for recognition in the social media age. Murata shares his thoughts…

Eades have released their new single ‘Loose Cliffs Edge’. It’s taken from their upcoming EP ‘Fight or Flight’. The new effort is set to be released on 30th August via their own label, Bam Bam Records, followed by a UK tour in September. Frontman Harry Jordan reveals that the song is deeply personal, addressing his…

Australian singer-songwriter Ruel has released ‘Adaptations’, a covers EP. The five-track EP, produced by M-Phazes, includes covers of Tobias Jesso Jr.’s ‘Hollywood’, The Weeknd’s ‘Call Out My Name’, Sixpence None the Richer’s ‘Kiss Me’, Imogen Heap’s ‘Hide & Seek’, and Miley Cyrus’ ‘Malibu’. Ruel shares his thoughts on the project, saying, “When the idea of…

The Offspring have released a new single, ‘Light It Up’. It’s taken from their forthcoming album ‘SUPERCHARGED’, due out 11th October 2024 via Concord Records. Frontman Dexter Holland comments: “This song is a full-speed-ahead juggernaut! This character in the song is fed up, he’s had enough, and he’s gonna light it up. He’s ready for…

86TVs have released their self-titled debut album, and a new video. The band, formed by guitarists Hugo and Felix White, along with their brother Will on bass and drummer Jamie Morrison, marks a new chapter for the musicians seven years after The Maccabees’ farewell shows. The album, produced by Stephen Street, explores themes of grief,…

Mimi Webb has released a new single titled ‘Erase You’. Accompanied by an official music video directed by Colin Solal, the track is a collaboration with multiple GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter and producer Ryan Tedder, known for his work with artists such as Adele, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift. Webb says of the track: “I have been…

How three friends are turning their decade-long jam sessions into fast spreading musical gold. Check out our latest Hype playlist cover feature. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photos: Alex Eden-Smith. FOLLOW HYPE ON SPOTIFY MOULD are not your average indie-rock band. For starters, they’re named after a fuzzy fungus. But like the organism they’re named after, MOULD have…

As the alt-rap trio prepare to release their second mixtape, we dive into Frozemode‘s world of controlled chaos, genre-bending sounds, and unstoppable ambition. Just make sure you don’t stomp on any children on the way. Check out the latest cover story for our New Music Friday playlist edit, PLAY. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photos: Nicholas O Donnell.…

Brighton trio Bones Ate Arfa have released their debut EP, ‘Akimbo People’. The six-track EP showcases the band’s unique alt-rock style, with distortion-heavy riffs and catchy melodies. Their tour in support of the release kicks off on 1st August at Wedgwood Rooms in Portsmouth. Speaking about the EP, the band say: “The Akimbo People EP…

Fred again.. has announced his new album ‘ten days’. The full-length – set for release on 6th September, with vinyl to follow on 25th October – features contributions from a host of artists, including Obongjayar, Jozzy, Jim Legxacy, Sampha, SOAK, Anderson .PAAK, CHIKA, Duskus, Four Tet, Skrillex, Joy Anonymous, Emmy Lou Harris, The Japanese House…

MICHELLE have unveiled their new single ‘Mentos and Coke’. It’s the latest track from their forthcoming album ‘Songs About You Specifically’, set for release on 27th September via Transgressive. The New York-based collective drew inspiration for their new album from a stay in Ojai, California, where they rented a house surrounded by nature. This environment…

5 Seconds of Summer are set to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their self-titled debut album with two special vinyl reissues. The Australian band will release both a picture disc and a red vinyl edition on 27th September, each featuring different bonus tracks. The picture disc includes fan favourites ‘Voodoo Doll’ and ‘Disconnected’, while the…

Soccer Mommy has announced her fourth album, ‘Evergreen’. Set for release on 25th October via Loma Vista Recordings, the new record from Sophie Allison‘s musical project was produced by Ben H. Allen III (Deerhunter, Animal Collective) at Atlanta’s Maze Studios. “Songwriting has always been Allison’s way to sort through life and ground herself, so –…

Confidence Man have released a new single from their upcoming full-length. Their album ‘3AM (LA LA LA)’ is scheduled for release on 18th October, preceded by their contribution to the fabric mix series, ‘fabric Presents Confidence Man’. ‘SO WHAT’ is the latest instalment of their OTT party vision, they explain: “We’re back with the on shoulders…

Manchester alt-rock trio False Advertising have released a new single, ‘Don’t Ask Me’. The track marks the band’s return after their 2021 standalone single ‘Personal Space’ and is the first taste of a larger body of work to come. False Advertising have recently begun to re-engage with live performances, teasing new music at Manchester Punk…

Melbourne trio Blusher have released ‘Overglow – Jade’s Version’, a reimagining of their latest single. The new version, which features band member Jade’s Omnichord prominently, was teased during recent live performances at Latitude Festival and the band’s own headline show. “This is what ‘Overglow’ sounds like in a parallel universe where everyone has blue hair…

American Football are set to mark the 25th anniversary of their self-titled debut album with two special releases on 18th October via Polyvinyl Record Co. The band will release a fully remastered version of their 1999 album, ‘American Football (25th Anniversary Edition)’, alongside ‘American Football (Covers)’, featuring interpretations by artists including Iron & Wine, Ethel…

Shawn Mendes has announced his fifth studio album, self-titled release ‘Shawn’. Set to arrive on 18th October via Island Records, it was written and recorded over two years in various locations including Costa Rica, New York, Washington State, and Nashville. Mendes co-produced the album alongside collaborators Scott Harris, Mike Sabath, Nate Mercereau, and Eddie Benjamin,…

Beyond The Music have announced their second wave of artists and stage curators for their 2024 event, set to take place from 9th-12th October in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. The festival has enlisted a range of prominent names in UK music to curate showcases across the area, including BBC Introducing, Nice Swan Records, Manchester Pride, and…

Snail Mail has released a cover of Smashing Pumpkins’ ‘Tonight, Tonight’, recorded for the A24 film I Saw The TV Glow. The track, which was recorded for the Jane Schoenbrun-directed film released in January, also marks Snail Mail’s (Lindsey Jordan) feature film acting debut. She explains the serendipitous nature of the cover’s creation: “We had…

A selection box of sonic delights to send your brain all fizzy this Saturday (3rd August), as Dork’s Day Out hits London’s Signature Brew Blackhorse Road. Get tickets here! The Borings out there may bemoan the death of guitar music and the homogenisation of pop, but quite frankly, fuck ‘em. Our annual summer party Dork’s…

Soft Launch have shared their new track ‘In My Bed’ and announced their first headline UK tour for October. The five-piece, who have already released singles ‘Cartwheels’ and ‘Piano Hands’, premiered ‘In My Bed’ on Zane Lowe’s New Music Daily show on Apple Music 1. Soft Launch are set to play a sold-out show at…

Georgia Gets By, the project of New Zealand’s Georgia Nott, has announced a new EP, ‘Split Lip’. Set for release on 6th September via Luminelle Recordings, the news is accompanied by the release of two singles, ‘Some Kind of Angel’ and ‘Split Lip’. ‘Some Kind of Angel’ was co-written with Grammy-nominated producer Billboard, known for…

illuminati hotties, the project of Grammy-winning producer and engineer Sarah Tudzin, has released a new single. ‘The L’ is the latest cut from upcoming album ‘Power’, set to drop on 23rd August via Hopeless Records. It follows the release of the title-track ‘Power’, and ‘Didn’t’, featuring Cavetown. Sarah says of the single: “The L is about…

London indie-punk duo Happy Accidents have released a new single. ‘Dog Day’ is the latest cut from their new album ‘Edit Undo’, set for release on 27th September via Alcopop! Records. The band will also play their first live show in 5 years on 3rd September at Paper Dress Vintage, London. Commenting on the single,…

Caribou, the electronic music project of Dan Snaith, has unveiled a new single titled ‘Volume’. The track follows recent releases ‘Honey’ and ‘Broke My Heart’, and draws inspiration from M|A|R|R|S’ iconic UK dance hit ‘Pump Up The Volume’. Snaith reflects on the influence, saying, “‘Pump up the Volume’ was the first time in my life…

Willow Kayne has released a new single, ‘the good life’. The track follows her 2023 releases ‘Robot Lovers’, ‘Riots’, and ‘cola head’, and it sees the Ivor Novello-winning artist explore the contrast between different social circles and lifestyles in London. Kayne explains: “I wrote this song at a time when I was mixing with circles…

There’s wooden pirate ships attached to trees, hidden fun fairs, animatronic dinosaurs… Words: Steven Loftin.Photos: Georgina Hurdsfield, Sam McMahon. It’s that time of year again. But going by the Latitude lineup, it could be any year. With a bill stacked on the squiff (as the Suffolk locals would say, the ‘huh’) from Hollywood stars (Damian Lewis,…

The algorithm might reign supreme, but Tyler Lewis has arrived like a gust of fresh air, armed with a debut EP that’s as refreshing as it is addictive. ‘wait ’til she gets her heart broken’ is a six-track tour de force that manages to sound both intimately personal and universally relatable – no mean feat…

Magdalena Bay have unveiled their new track ‘Tunnel Vision’. It’s the latest offering from their forthcoming second album ‘Imaginal Disk’, set for release on 23rd August via Mom+Pop Music. The Los Angeles-based duo, comprising Mica Tenenbaum and Matthew Lewin, say of the song: “artificial intelligence won’t approximate humanity until it learns how to hate itself”.…

Miso Extra has released her first new music of 2024, a single titled ‘Slow Down’. The track, produced by DJ Boring, features UKG influences and captures the feeling of end-of-night delirium. Speaking about the collaboration, Miso Extra says: “When DJ Boring first came to me with this beat I knew it was special and that…

Father John Misty has released a new single, ‘I Guess Time Just Makes Fools of Us All’. It’s a cut from his career-spanning collection ‘Greatish Hits: I Followed My Dreams and My Dreams Said To Crawl’, out now digitally via Bella Union, and will also appear on his next album, due later this year. The…

Ella Eyre has released her new single ‘domino szn’. Out via Play It Again Sam, the track marks Eyre’s third release as an independent artist, and was written in a single day. Eyre explains: “Two months ago domino szn didn’t exist. This is the quickest write to release I have ever had in my entire…

Øya Festival has a reputation for hitting where others miss. Whether it’s a gender-balanced bill or that fragile balance between supporting local colour while showing off headliners that can really draw a crowd, the Oslo-based event knows what it’s doing. It’s not without reason that it’s named one of the festivals going time and time…

What more could you want? Words: Finlay Holden, Jake Hawkes.Photos: Patrick Gunning. Welcome back to the finest weekend in indie music. That’s right, it’s Truck Festival – the only place you can catch Barry from Eastenders doing karaoke on the same lineup as Dork’s Down With Boring Live, and Wet Leg. What more could you…

After the roaring success of last year’s inaugural event, Dork’s Night Out is once again hitting the road with Home & Away this September, bringing a double dose of electrifying performances to Manchester and London. Brace yourselves for two nights of unparalleled energy, raw talent, and the kind of atmosphere that’ll have you buzzing for…

UPSET COVER STORY From ‘not thinking about an album’ to crafting a one of the most exciting debuts of the year so far, Gurriers discuss the unexpected journey to their first full length. Check out the latest cut from it, ‘Top Of The Bill’, with our new Upset cover story. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photos: Joshua Mullholland.…

Amazon Music have announced the launch of ‘Songline’, a new docu-performance series that offers an insight into artists’ songwriting processes and the stories behind their music. The series premiere, available exclusively on Amazon Music, features Billie Eilish and her brother and long-time collaborator FINNEAS as they break down tracks from Eilish’s album ‘HIT ME HARD…

Tune-Yards have announced a 10th anniversary deluxe edition of their third album ‘Nikki Nack’, set for digital release on 9th August across streaming services. The expanded version will feature four new tracks, including a remix of ‘Water Fountain’ by Brooklyn duo Water From Your Eyes, titled ‘Water From Your Fountain’. This new version reimagines the…

Laura Jane Grace & the Mississippi Medicals have announced their debut EP ‘Give An Inch’, set for release on 6th September via Dial Back Sound. The new rock quartet features Grace alongside Matt Patton of Drive-By Truckers on bass, Mikey Erg of The Ergs on drums, and Paris Campbell Grace on vocals and percussion. Recorded…

Coco & Clair Clair have released a new single titled ‘Kate Spade’, accompanied by a visualiser. The track arrives following the announcement of their upcoming album ‘Girl’, set for release on 30th August. The Atlanta duo discussing their latest release explained: “‘Kate Spade’ was one of the first songs we finished for the album after…

The 1975 are facing a £1.9 million lawsuit from the organisers of Malaysia’s Good Vibes Festival following their controversial performance at the event last July, according to reporting from Variety. Future Sound Asia, the festival’s organisers, have filed court documents in the U.K. High Court against the band and its individual members, including frontman Matty…

Pom Pom Squad have announced their new album ‘Mirror Starts Moving Without Me’, set for release on 25th October via City Slang Records. The band have unveiled the new single ‘Spinning’ alongside the album announcement. Frontperson Mia Berrin said of the track, “The song represents a moment when I was learning to cope with painful…

Jamie xx has released a new single ‘All You Children’, featuring a collaboration with The Avalanches. The track is taken from his forthcoming second album ‘In Waves’, set for release on 20th September via Young. ‘All You Children’ marks the second collaboration between Jamie xx and The Avalanches, following their work on ‘Wherever You Go’…

Porridge Radio have announced their fourth album, ‘Clouds In The Sky They Will Always Be There For Me’. Set for release on 18th October via Secretly Canadian, the band have also shared the lead single, ‘Sick of the Blues’, alongside a live video from their recent performance at the Centre Pompidou in Paris. The new…

Chelsea Wolfe have announced a new remix EP titled ‘UNDONE’. Set for release on 30th August via Loma Vista Recordings, the EP will feature reworks from artists including ††† (Crosses), Forest Swords, Full of Hell, Boy Harsher, and others. The EP follows Wolfe’s latest album ‘She Reaches Out To She Reaches Out To She’, and…

The Hard Quartet, a new supergroup featuring Emmett Kelly, Stephen Malkmus, Matt Sweeney, and Jim White, have announced their debut single. The band have come together to form what a press release describes as “an entirely new steppe in the ecosystem of guitar-bass-drums-voice agriculture.” Their debut single ‘Earth Hater’ is accompanied by a video directed…

Christopher Owens has returned with his first new music in seven years, sharing his single ‘I Think About Heaven’ via True Panther Records. The former Girls frontman’s latest offering is described as a contemplation on self-reliance and the interplay between longing and contentment. The track draws inspiration from religious texts, with Owens directly quoting Psalms…

Emily Burns has unveiled a music video for her recently released track ‘Give and Take’, out now via So Recordings. The clip, filmed in New York City, was captured on the personal phones of Burns and her girlfriend, Grace. Burns explains, “It was never our intention to get a music video out of this, we…

South London-based record label Speedy Wunderground have announced the sixth instalment of their annual compilation series. Set for release on 30th August, ‘Speedy Wunderground Vol. 6’ will be available digitally and on vinyl, featuring selected single releases from the label’s output across 2022-2023. The compilation showcases a diverse range of artists, including Dutch post-punks Lewsberg,…

Mura Masa has announced a new album ‘Curve 1’, set for release on 23rd August via their own imprint Pond Recordings. To mark the announcement, he’s also shared a new single ‘FLY’, which premiered as BBC Radio 1’s Hottest Record. The forthcoming LP marks a departure from the pop-leaning narratives of Mura Masa’s recent albums,…

MJ Lenderman has released a new single and video titled ‘Joker Lips’, taken from his upcoming album ‘Manning Fireworks’, due out 6th September via ANTI-. The North Carolina-based singer-songwriter’s new track explores feelings of isolation, with Lenderman deadpanning, “Please don’t laugh / Only half of what I said was a joke.” The accompanying video, directed…

Katie Gavin, lead singer of MUNA, has previewed her forthcoming debut solo album ‘What A Relief’ with an acoustic set at Newport Folk Festival. The performance, which took place on Saturday night, marked Gavin’s first solo show since MUNA’s formation in 2013. The set featured six songs from her upcoming album, including the lead single…

Killer Mike has announced a new project titled ‘Songs For Sinners & Saints’, set for release on 2nd August under the name Michael & The Mighty Midnight Revival. The 10-track album follows the rapper’s recent single ‘HUMBLE ME’, which addresses his arrest at the Grammy Awards ceremony in February. Mike describes the project as an…

Soft Launch have announced a new tour for October, alongside the upcoming release of their latest single ‘In My Bed’ on Friday (2nd August). The band shared details of the new track on social media, stating: “In My Bed, from our beds into yours on August 2nd. My bed, your bed, your big aunty Phyllis’…

JPEGMAFIA has announced a new solo album ‘I Lay Down My Life For You’, set to be released in the coming week. The Baltimore-based rapper recently unveiled two new singles, ‘don’t rely on other men’ and ‘Sin Miedo’, marking a return to the unpredictable style of their earlier work. This announcement follows their 2023 collaborative…

Burna Boy has announced the surprise release of his eighth studio album, set to drop on 30th July. The Nigerian Afropop star, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, made the unexpected announcement via his X/Twitter account on 29th July. In a brief message, he simply stated: “Album dropping 12am”. This news comes just days…

Big Thief have unveiled their new line-up at Portland’s Project Pabst festival, following the recent departure of founding bassist Max Oleartchik. The band performed their first show in over a year on 28th July, showcasing a new five-piece formation that includes a percussionist and a new bassist. Vocalist Adrianne Lenker reportedly introduced the new bassist…

SON Estrella Galicia have announced a new London event on 12th September. Taking place at Paper Dress Vintage in Hackney, the event follows their largest London showcase to date, the two-day Soundhood Hackney micro-festival held in June. The September event will feature live music, beer culture experiences, street food, and workshops. Coach Party are set…

Magnolia Park have released their reimagined version of ‘I2I’. The track, originally performed by Tevin Campbell in the 1995 film A Goofy Movie, has been given a pop-punk makeover for Disney’s upcoming album ‘A Whole New Sound’. The release also features Simple Plan’s cover of ‘Can You Feel The Love Tonight’. Magnolia Park comment: “‘I2I’…

Gouge Away have unveiled a new music video for their single ‘No Release’. The track is taken from their third full-length album ‘Deep Sage’, which was released earlier this year via Deathwish Inc., and arrives ahead of their November US tour dates. The video, directed by Clara Griot, features footage from the band’s recent show…

The Vaccines have announced a new UK tour for October and November 2024. The tour will support their latest album ‘Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations’, released earlier this year, and follows their arena shows with Kings of Leon. “It’s about loss,” singer Justin Young says of the new album. “And coming to terms with that…

The festival is a sprawling maze of feel-good vibes, calming energy, and a mix of music playing 24 hours a day. Words: Ciaran Picker.Photos: Alina Grigorescu, Andrei Popa, Lina Rosca, Miluta Flueras, Theodor Tudose. Electric Castle probably had a few things in mind for their 10th-anniversary celebration, but it’s doubtful that any of them included…

WHAT EVERYONE SHOULD BE TALKING ABOUT THIS WEEK As critics rush to call time on Charli xcx’s neon-green revolution, they mistake a meme for a movement: ‘BRAT’ has sparked a cultural wildfire where authenticity reigns, and pop’s outsiders are rewriting the rules of the game. Words: Abigail Firth. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY It’s the…

The big releases you need to hear from the week ahead. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY PIXEY – MILLION DOLLAR BABY If the 90s and TikTok had a love child raised on a strict diet of breakbeats and Haribo, you’d get something close to Pixey’s ‘Million Dollar Baby’. her debut album crashes in like a…

Music meteorology: predicting the next wave of earworms with the tracks they’re teasing now. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY WE WANNA DANCE WITH GEORGE The 1975’s drummer-slash-production-wizz George Daniel has launched his own label, and is teasing something new for this coming week. But what does Mr xcx have in the works? This Friday (2nd…

Leave the house? Seems quite likely with all of this going on. FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY GIG OF THE WEEK DORK’S DAY OUT AT SIGNATURE BREW BLACKHORSE ROAD, LONDON (3RD AUGUST 2024) On 3rd August, Signature Brew Blackhorse Road plays host to Dork’s Day Out, our all-dayer that seems determined to prove that yes,…

Kacey Musgraves has announced the release of ‘Deeper into the Well’, an expanded version of her recent album ‘Deeper Well’. The new edition, set to arrive on 2nd August via Interscope / MCA Nashville, will feature seven additional tracks. The expanded album includes collaborations with Leon Bridges on ‘Superbloom’ and Tiny Habits on ‘Perfection’. One…

KennyHoopla has returned with a new single titled ‘ONE TULIP//’. The track, written and produced by Kenny himself, marks his first release as an independent artist and explores themes of self-sacrifice and self-realisation. Speaking about the new single, KennyHoopla shares, “I didn’t realize while writing it but I think this song is about how when…

Nessa Barrett has released her first single of 2024, ‘PASSENGER PRINCESS’. The track serves as the lead single from her upcoming sophomore album, ‘AFTERCARE’, set to arrive later this year. Barrett describes the meaning behind the new song, stating, “‘PASSENGER PRINCESS’ represents the intense honeymoon phase when you first enter in a new relationship —…

Central Cee has released his new single, ‘gen z luv’. The track, which explores themes of modern relationships in the digital age, follows his recent collaboration with Lil Baby, ‘BAND4BAND’. Central Cee teased ‘gen z luv’ on Instagram last week, briefly sharing a snippet before removing it. The single is accompanied by a music video…

Label: Mom + PopReleased: 26th July 2024 Imagine a rave in a bouncy castle. Now add a dash of therapy, a sprinkle of late-night doom scrolling, and a hefty dose of nostalgic yearning. Congratulations, you’re now in the headspace of Porter Robinson’s latest opus, ‘SMILE! :D’ – a kaleidoscopic journey through the psyche of an artist…

Label: 10K Projects/Capitol RecordsReleased: 26th July 2024 Ice Spice’s debut album ‘Y2K!’ crash-lands like a time capsule from an alternate millennium – one where drill beats and TikTok trends coexist with flip phones and frosted tips. It’s a bold, often entertaining 23-minute ride that showcases both Ice Spice’s undeniable charisma and the growing pains of an…

Calvin Harris and Ellie Goulding have collaborated once again on a new single titled ‘Free’. The track, which Harris has been teasing on social media, was previewed by the duo during a live set at Ibiza’s Ushuaïa club, and arrives alongside an official lyric video. ‘Free’ features Goulding’s vocals over house piano, with lyrics in…

Sophie May has released her new EP ‘Deep Sea Creatures’. The EP follows her sold-out headline show at London’s Camden Assembly earlier this week and precedes her upcoming UK and European supporting tour with Searows. ‘Deep Sea Creatures’ is produced by Chloe Kraemer and Matt Maltese, serving as a follow-up to Sophie’s second EP ‘Worst…

Scottish singer-songwriter Bow Anderson has released her new single ‘Fail’. The track – which follows Anderson’s recent debut performance at Glastonbury and her previous release, ’12 Minute Walk’ – explores themes of self-doubt and the pressure to succeed. She explains: “I went through a period where I felt like a failure constantly (still do sometimes).…

The Last Dinner Party have performed a cover of Blondie’s ‘Call Me’ for triple j’s Like A Version series. The band’s rendition of the Blondie classic sees them reimagine the punk-rock staple through their signature indie lens. The cover was broadcast on the Australian radio station as part of their regular segment featuring artists performing…

Victoria Canal has released a new single, ‘California Sober’. The track follows her recent single ‘June Baby’ and showcases a Cuban-influenced sound. “I’m hopped up on the feeling of romance, and I’m more in my body than I’ve ever been,” she says of the new release. ‘California Sober’ and ‘June Baby’ mark a new chapter…

Hope Tala has released a video for her second single of the year, ‘Bad Love God’. The track follows on from her recent drop ‘I Can’t Even Cry’, as well as her support slot with SZA at BST Hyde Park in June. “Around the time I wrote ‘Bad Love God’ I was playing a lot…

Twin Atlantic have released the title-track from their new album ‘Meltdown’. Set to be released on 9th August via their own label, Staple Diet Records, the release follows an intimate hometown show at Glasgow’s Garage earlier this week. The band are also scheduled to perform a headline set at Belladrum Festival on 27th July. Lead…

Jorja Smith has released a new single, ‘High’. Produced by her long-term collaborators DAMEDAME*, the track marks Smith’s first original music since her second album ‘falling or flying’, which was released in September 2023. She says of the track: “High is a song I wrote about finding a friend within myself, even through the lows,…

Bastille have announced a new album, ‘&’ (Ampersand). Set for release on 25th October, the project, led by Dan Smith, is described as a collection of story songs that intertwine the lives of various characters, including poets, artists, anthropologists, scientists, and figures from religion and myth. ‘&’ will be released in four parts leading up…

Death Cab For Cutie and The Postal Service have confirmed more support acts for their upcoming London show. The date is part of a wider tour that sees them both performing albums in full – The Postal Service’s ‘Give Up’ and Death Cab For Cutie’s ‘Transatlanticism’ – with the London stop taking place on 25th…

Porter Robinson’s ‘SMILE :D’ is a testament to the power of creative liberation, as the artist fearlessly explores new sonic territories and confronts uncomfortable truths with unbridled enthusiasm. Words: Ali Shutler.Photos: George Muncey. “Every project I’ve done has been a total reinvention,” says Porter Robinson. After helping lay the foundations for EDM with a string…

From jazz snobbery to pop euphoria, Poppy Ajudha’s musical evolution sees her confronting fears, celebrating love, and redefining her artistic identity with a new, sunshine-soaked sound. Check out the latest cover story for our New Music Friday playlist edit, PLAY. Words: Martyn Young.Photos: Leila Afghan. FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY “I definitely feel that I’m challenging…

Antony Szmierek has released his new single ‘Rafters’. The Manchester-based artist’s latest track blends dance beats with his signature lyricism, arriving ahead of appearances at Truck, Latitude, Tramlines and more. He describes the song’s concept: “We follow a single piece of confetti that falls over a gig and the stories that take place beneath it.…

overpass have announced their new single ‘Like No Other’, alongside details of their upcoming EP ‘Dependent’. The Birmingham-based band’s new song is about falling in love. “‘Like No Other’ captures the magical moment when you realise you’ve met someone truly unique, even if the love isn’t returned,” they explain. “It’s about that overwhelming rush of…

SOFT PLAY‘s fourth album ‘HEAVY JELLY’ is currently in the Top 3 of the UK album charts. Sitting alongside releases from Eminem, Olivia Rodrigo and Glass Animals, this could mark the highest-charting album to date for the Tunbridge Wells duo, with their previous three albums all reaching the Top 10. The Dork cover stars spoke…

Abbie Ozard has released her debut album ‘everything still worries me’, and a video for the title-track. The album explores the complexities of navigating life in your twenties, with this single in particular reckoning with feeling overwhelmed. “‘everything still worries me’ is the title track from the album and encapsulates what every single track on…

As they drop their debut EP, ‘Indulging The Mobs’, one thing is certain: the world is all the richer for having Alien Chicks in it. Check out our latest Hype playlist cover feature. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photos: Jennifer McCord. FOLLOW HYPE ON SPOTIFY If the London music scene were a high school cafeteria, Alien Chicks would…

mxmtoon has shared a new single, ‘i hate texas’. The Oakland-born, Nashville-based artist’s latest track, co-written with nderscores, features fiddle accompaniment and explores post-breakup emotions. Reflecting on the creative process, Maia, shares: “Working on ‘i hate texas’ felt like when I first started making music, like I was completely in my element. I felt inspired…

The future of alternative music is in very safe hands. Words: Alexander Bradley.Photos: Sarah Louise Bennett. Over the years, the half week / half weekend days set aside for 2000trees consistently deliver, ensuring that when the festival comes around, it does so with a few guarantees. First and foremost, it will rain at some point,…

South London up-and-comer Mysie is about to drop her grand opening statement. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photo: Gesualdo Lanza. Picture this: a baby goat named Enzo, frolicking in a secluded Italian town, blissfully unaware that he’s about to become the new BFF of one of Britain’s most exciting musical exports. This isn’t the opening scene of a…

The 2024 Mercury Prize shortlist has been announced, featuring 12 albums from across the UK and Irish music scene.  In the electronic sphere, Barry Can’t Swim’s ‘When Will We Land?’ blends deep house, jazz, and ambient sounds, while Nia Archives’ debut ‘Silence Is Loud’ fuses jungle rhythms with elements of indie-rock and neo-soul.  Pop is…

New York trio Sunflower Bean are gearing up to release a new EP. ‘SHAKE’ is set for release on 27th September via Lucky Number. The band’s first fully self-produced and recorded project, it promises to showcase some of Sunflower Bean’s heaviest sounds to date. The band – vocalist and bassist Julia Cumming, guitarist and vocalist…

Lucy Tun‘s new single tells the story of two friends who just have to have their own solo house party. Words: Stephen Ackroyd.Photo: Clayn Chong. These days, ‘house party’ often seems to mean Netflix and a takeaway for one, but Lucy Tun is here to remind us of a better way. You know, those halcyon…

Pixies have announced their tenth studio album, ‘The Night the Zombies Came’. Set for release on 25th October via BMG, the new record marks the band’s first release since 2022’s ‘Doggerel’ and features 13 new tracks. Songwriter, vocalist and guitarist Black Francis describes the album as cinematic, saying, “Fragments that are related and juxtaposed with…

Matilda Mann has released two new singles, ‘Meet Cute’ and ‘Tell Me That I’m Wrong’. The London-born singer-songwriter’s double single marks her first new release of the year, and arrives ahead of her tour supporting Wallows in the UK and Europe this October. Speaking about ‘Meet Cute’, Mann says, “You know how you love your…

Karen O and Danger Mouse have released ‘Super Breath’. Their first new material since their 2019 album ‘Lux Prima’, the track was co-written and produced by both artists and features Karen O singing about unfulfilled love. Alongside the new single, the duo have announced a reissue of ‘Lux Prima’, set for release on 20th September.…

Holly Macve has announced her new album ‘Wonderland’. Set for release on 27th September via her own label Loving Memory Records, she has also shared a new single ‘San Fran Honey’. ‘Wonderland’ marks Macve’s first album in three years and represents a new chapter for the Galway-born, Yorkshire-raised songwriter. For the first time, Macve has…

Leeds-based alt-pop duo Lucky Iris have released their new single ‘universal’. Out via Launchpad+ and EMI North, the song follows on from the title-track of their upcoming four-track EP ‘something to believe in’. Lead vocalist Maeve explains the meaning behind ‘universal’: “‘universal’ is about watching the world fall apart and wondering whether you’re the only…

Alison Goldfrapp has launched her own record label. She’s also shared a new single titled ‘I Wanna Be Loved (Just A Little Better)’. Co-produced and co-written with Richard X, the track marks the first release for A.G Records. Goldfrapp says of the new single: “After the amazing reaction to my first solo record ‘The Love…

A new film about iconic 90s indie band Pavement is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival this summer. Titled Pavements, the Alex Ross Perry-directed feature will debut during the festival’s run from 28th August to 7th September. The film, described as “a prismatic, narrative, scripted, documentary, musical, metatextual hybrid”, offers an intimate look…

Madonna is set to reissue her seminal album ‘Like A Prayer’. The release is going to arrive on 6th September to mark its 35th anniversary. The reissue will be pressed on opaque silver vinyl as part of the Silver Collection, a series of limited-edition vinyl releases celebrating 40 years of Madonna’s career. This follows last…

Joey Valence & Brae have unveiled a new animated video for their latest single ‘PACKAPUNCH’, featuring Danny Brown. The video, directed by Valence and Joshua Vietze, was produced by Pure Imagination Studios, known for their work on major franchises such as LEGO and The Avengers. The duo have also released ‘THE BADDEST (BADDER)’, a collaboration…

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have unveiled their new single ‘Hog Calling Contest’. The track arrives alongside a mini-documentary about the making of their upcoming 26th album, ‘Flight b741’. The full-length is set for release on 9th August via the band’s own p(doom) records. The mini-documentary, titled ‘Oink Oink Flight b741: The Making of…’,…