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DEADBEAT DREW ‘SUGAR’ and ‘OBVIOUSLY’

DEADBEAT DREW has released two new singles ‘SUGAR’ and ‘OBVIOUSLY’. DEADBEAT DREW is an independent electronic music project started by Barry Mullaney in late 2018. Currently residing in Dublin, but originally from Mayo, Barry started the project due to a strong interest in music production over the last numbers of years. Deadbeat Drew already has two releases under his belt; NOW I AM HOOKED, which was released on March 29, 2019 and available on YouTube and Soundcloud, and I’M GOING TO GO HOME NOW released on June 7, 2019.

‘SUGAR’ and ‘OBVIOUSLY’ display DEADBEAT DREW’s intricate electronic craft as he blends and weaves hip hop and pop into his tracks. ‘SUGAR’ is more beat heavy with obscure sounds glimmering through the pulsing beats and quivering electronics. The vocals coo a repetitive lyric while the tight dance infused synths and crisp production shuffle and bloop throughout. Ethereal melodies on keys create a pop element and airy texture between the fizzing electronic drops. DEADBEAT DREW’s sound oozes meticulously crafted component elements. He braids these perfectly to create a wholly invigorating house-hued psychedelic mirage. ‘OBVIOUSLY’ follows this trait however with more prominent melodies on keys creating a lighter sweet tone. Once again the flashing beats and rich percussive components add that dance tone but there is a softer 80’s pop element to this track. The deep vocals contrast the feathery melody on keys as Deadbeat Drew creates a dreamy trance-drizzled element to his effervescent sound. 

‘SUGAR’ and ‘OBVIOUSLY’ are two sublime richly crafted tracks from DEADBEAT DREW as he establishes himself within the electronic dance genre.

Stream ‘SUGAR’ and ‘OBVIOUSLY’ below 


Author : Danu

EP Review, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Margot Polo ‘OOHYEAHYEAH’ EP

Southern California-based Margot Polo, solo project of David Provenzano (Sherwood/Fialta), has released his new EP, ‘OOHYEAHYEAH’, The EP was mixed by L.A. veteran producer Brad Wood. Margot Polo’s singles have landed TV features on shows like Good Trouble (Freeform) and God Friended Me (CBS) and have logged over half a million streams on Spotify. This Autumn, Margot Polo heads back into the studio to brew up more material for a full length record, to be released in 2020. 

‘OOHYEAHYEAH’ is a summer-fun EP saturated in vibrant soundscapes as Margot Polo spreads his delicious indie electro pop into five glorious blissful tracks. ‘Let’s Get Out’ sets the good vibes in motion. With sun kissed radiant guitars jangling between a fruity electronic backdrop and skittish beat this track is dreamy escapism in one glorious tune. Provenzano fleshes out his Justin Timberlake / The Weekend swagger and charm with the dance-able groove and shuffle of ‘Electric Girl’ and the broody more bleary-eyed electronic pop ‘Someone New’. His melodies cruise and flow fluidly through each track while the rich and intricate instrumentation and refined production sets a wonderful and engaging backdrop. ‘Poison’ takes the EP down a dark road with R&B elements smearing the bubbling electronic soundscapes with luring entrapment. ‘The Feeling’ closes the EP with an intoxicating atmosphere as Provenzano surges adrenaline and a rush of emotion through this catchy exhilarating number. 

 Provenzano has a mesmerising ability to create tracks to make the heart race, pulse and plummet with his lush heartfelt melodies and vivid soundscapes and ‘OOHYEAHYEAH’ displays this perfectly. Within five tracks we experience joy, euphoria and freedom as well as sadness and mystery. It’s a journey of lavish musicianship and wonderful expressive electronic pop.

While this record has a few moodier moments, Provenzano says this EP is all about escapism. “OOHYEAHYEAH is about the different ways, healthy and unhealthy, that we yearn to transcend reality. That might be through something dangerous, like substance abuse. Or it might be a road trip, a relationship. A night out with a mysterious stranger. There’s a bit of ambivalent hedonism implied here. That’s what I love about pop. These lyrics are not very autobiographical; they’re fantasy, my own preferred mode of escapism”

Stream ‘OOHYEAHYEAH’ below


Author : Danu

Alt- Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Night Hikes ‘Vera’

Dream pop two-piece Night Hikes have released their new single, ‘Vera’. This dreamy shoegaze track drifts beautifully between a pulsing beat and dizzying distorted guitars as Night Hikes create a psychedelic hued dream world. Shimmering synths wisp about the track with an ethereal sparkly sheen while the sweet vocals softly coo the delicate pop sprinkled melody. The duo create a blissful haze, glazed with sunshine and radiance however the synths and zest on guitar leave a bitter sweet after taste. As always with Night Hikes the track is precise and meticulously crafted with intricate interweaving elements presented in a laid back manner for easy listening. The band create and blend edgy indie elements into their Utopian sound making the track satisfying and utterly charming. Another beautiful track from Night Hikes.

About the track the band said: “Vera is a persona we created to reflect the commodification of the “wild-woman” archetype. Vera exists only in how she comes across, and it is impossible for anyone, including her, to tell who she is as a person. She is beautiful and carefree. She walks barefoot and loses herself in the pulsing crowd at music festivals, but she is curated. She is wistful to a fault, choosing happy slogans over a real, authentic understanding of the world around her and the work it takes to make it a better place.”

Stream  ‘Vera’ below 


Author : Danu

electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Fí ‘Call Me Out’

Photo credit : Ciaran O’Brien.

Fí has released her new single ‘Call Me Out’. Fí is a Dublin based electro-pop artist hailing from Mullingar. She’s a self taught musician who started writing after buying her first guitar in college and has spent the last few years crafting songs from her bedroom. Her second single, ‘Feel Better’ was released to rapturous reviews and radio play and Fí has been honing her skills collaborating, writing and working with different producers in London,Dublin and LA. Fí was selected as a shortlist for ‘Play The Picnic’ by RTE2FM in June 2018. She has done many festivals and acoustic gigs playing Electric Picnic, Vantastival and supporting acts like The Academic and Aine Cahill.

‘Call Me Out’  is a tropical swirl of luscious pop as Fí fleshes out her vibrant and charming musicianship. Wispy electronics whirl around creating an ethereal magical atmosphere while the infectious beat and fruity tropical sounds create a summer sunshine number to brighten any day. Fí’s warm expressive vocals coat the track in cosy tones while the bitter/sweet melody creates that sublime catchy hook. It’s a confident powerful track doused in fun energetic tones and energising electronics.

About the track Fí says  “It’s a straightforward confrontational song about calling out someone who tries to come back in your life. It’s all about female assertion and confidence. “ 

Stream ‘Call Me Out’  below 


Author : Danu

Alt- Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, EP Review, Indie, New Music

Harper James AKA Middle Youth ‘Heaven Is a Feeling’ EP

Middle Youth is the project of Harper James. He has released his Lo Fi solo EP ‘Heaven Is a Feeling’. Harper James is a producer, mixer and writer working out of Degraw Sound in Brooklyn, NY. He and his brother Abner James front the band Eighty Ninety. Harper’s productions, mixes and songs have over 20 million streams on Spotify and have been featured on numerous Spotify playlists including New Music Friday, Pop Rising, Fresh Finds to name a few.

‘Heaven Is a Feeling’ EP is a luscious can of indie pop laced in sweet electronics, delicious melodies and Harper James’ emotive songwriting. James achieves an easy listening experience with some effervescent bits throughout with his diverse and rich musicianship. Opening track ‘Black Square’ is a delicate ditty that floats around brooding guitar accompaniment and whispered vocals. It’s a twinkling intro that begins the EP in a low key ethereal tone and an air of mystery. The hushed beginning swiftly changes as the electronic soaked 80’s synth pop number ‘Heaven Is a Feeling’ kicks in. With glistening electronics, foot tapping beat and candied 80’s sheen it’s instantly likable and fresh. With striking honest lyrics and a dazzling soundscape James uses the sparkling pop backdrop and darker lyrics to create a sublime contrast and give depth to this tune. It’s buoyant and vibrant with intricate weaving soundscapes and glittering guitar while the smooth vocals coo over the melty melody. This EP presents us with sublime melodies from the peppy  title track to the more melancholic ‘ Open Your Eyes’ and ‘Sublight’ . With gritty guitar moments and a thudding beat in the former and stripped back acoustic accompaniment for ‘Sublight’ James sets a sombre lamenting tone. ‘Wanna Be True’ is the tender ballad-esque tune that warms the cockles of your heart with its sweet lyrics and warm guitar accompaniment. ‘My Phone’ brings the EP to a close with a biting ethereal atmosphere sticky beat and lonely lyrical content. 

Throughout the EP Harper James showcases his ability to create sublime stripped back tracks, lo -fi tunes drizzled in wispy soundscapes as well as a full throttle electronic number. With modern themes of technology, loneliness and love it is a relatable and chilled EP. 

About the EP Harper James said : “These are songs about growing up, trying to be true to the people you love, becoming disenchanted with some things you used to believe in, and seeing the magic in other things; feeling old, hating my phone, getting it wrong, getting it right, becoming acquainted with mortality and experiencing love in many forms. The project is called @middle.youth — I realize my friends and artists I’ve worked with have maybe heard my music in other contexts but never as a platform for me to say my thing.”

Stream  ‘Heaven Is a Feeling’ below 


electro - rock, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, New Music

Manyana ‘Voyager’

Dublin Ambient-Electro two piece Manyana have released their new single ‘Voyager’. The track  is part of the bands upcoming debut album. Their previous releases ‘1ofmy’ and the two part epic ‘There’s Glasses Need Collecting the Wide World Over’ have both been very well received, with ‘1ofmy’ having over 10,000 plays on Spotify, as well as being played on local and national radio.

‘Voyager’ is a pristine ethereal number that drifts delicately upon the crisp and emotive creative prowess that is Manyana. Sweet elegant keys twinkle between wispy aerial electronics and deep tones while the beat-flashes and beat-pulses create a fluctuant foundation. The melancholic melody is caressed by warm soothing vocals while the glistening soundscapes wrap your ears in feathery light elegance and blissful textures. With darker elements  running through the track as it becomes more chilling yet calming Manyana create a sedating track that is utterly mesmerising. The electronics wisp and entwine the melody with a silky sand-like texture that you try to hold but keeps slipping through your fingers. There is depth and substance to this sublime track you can almost feel every flicker, movement and pulse as if it was tangible. An enjoyable listen.

Stream  ‘Voyager’ below 


Alt- Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Jack Rua and LOGUOS ‘Ego’

Dublin based innovative pop artist Jack Rua and producer LOGUOS  have released their new collaboration ‘Ego’. Written and produced by Jack Rua & LOGUOS, ‘Ego’ combines the performative talents of Jack Rua with the slick electronic production of LOGUOS to create an incredibly infectious summer dance floor filler. With its catchy melody swirling electronics and snappy rhythm this dazzling glitter ball is radio ready and brimming with adrenaline. The smooth and dynamic vocals glide effortlessly upon the velvety melody as the crisp and glossy production adds a pearly luster and silky sheen to the track. With a jazzy piano feature and flashing soundscapes laced in richly layered electronics and refined musicianship  ‘Ego’ is one dance infused banger. 

Watch the video for ‘Ego’ below 


Cinamatic, Electronic, Indie, Indie Electro, New Music

Lord Baltimore ‘Camille’

New York City-based bassist Lord Baltimore (Jack Doyle)  has released his new single ‘Camille’. This dramatic and consuming experimental dance number showcases Lord Baltimore’s intense and riveting musicianship. He exquisitely weaves elegant tones and a flighty sense of innocence through gritty, dazzling and heavy electronics. A pulsing beat creates a fluctuant and bubbling foundation while the pining almost eerie guitar entwines the track in a dangerous, sinister and almost sultry tone. The magnificent electronics flash and create a coiling, ominous soundscape as the track rushes and flutters between fuzzy distortion and sweet danceable sways of grandeur. It’s a magnificent, compelling piece of work as the catchy melody glides effortlessly into your mind while Jacks vocals  seamlessly meander from sweet lulls to growls of aggression. Spine chilling and utterly mesmerising Lord Baltimore creates tracks to entice, satisfy and engage all your senses while packing a meaty narrative through his lyrics. 

About the track Lord Baltimore said: “Camille is a song about Camille Claudel, muse to famous French sculptor Auguste Rodin.She was the victim of a pervasive anti-woman sentiment in the arts that hasn’t yet totally faded.  This song was our bid to tell the tale of her life, work and tragedy. We chose to further venerate her legacy with a music video that involves breaking into an abandoned warehouse, staging a ballet, shaving the lead actress’ head and smashing a chandelier with a plank of wood. You know, normal stuff.”

Watch the video for ‘Camille’ below 


Alt- Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Worth A Listen

Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Metronomy

Metronomy’s much anticipated return continues to gain momentum. Their sublime single ‘Lately’ premiered on Annie Mac’s Radio 1 show. Metronomy have now shared their new single and video for ‘Salted Caramel Ice Cream’ as well as announcing the September 13th release of their eagerly anticipated sixth album ‘Metronomy Forever’, with confirmed details of a major European tour.

‘Salted Caramel Ice Cream’ is a smooth yet effervescent electronic bopper that floods with tight production, deliciously sweet melodies and a laid back danceable backdrop. With dynamic bloops and rhythmic blops teamed with funky grooves this sultry summer track drifts effortlessly into the ears with a creamy floaty atmosphere. Its invigorating electronic pop at its finest as shimmering keys weave between glistening guitars and blissful bursts of electronics to create a delightful rush of adrenaline. The sweet melody floats gloriously upon the nectarous yet zesty backdrop with a delicate grandeur as the track bounces and unravels beautifully into a mesmerising dance floor charmer with some tranquil soothing tones sprinkled on top. Its utter uncontrollable jubilation in one infectious tune.

You can catch Metronomy live at :

OCTOBER

9th – France, Bordeaux, Rocher de Palmer

10th – France, Nantes, Stereolux

11th – France, Lyon, Amphitheatre 3

12th – France, Toulouse, Le Bikini

15th – France, Paris, Olympia

18th – France, Nancy, Jazz Pulsations

19th – Belgium, Antwerp, De Roma

21st – Germany, Munich, Tonhalle

22nd – Germany, Cologne, Carlswerk

23rd – Germany, Hamburg, Docks

24th – Germany, Berlin, Columbiahalle

26th – Germany, Offenbach am Main, Capitol

28th – The Netherlands, Amsterdam, Melkweg

29th – Denmark, Copenhagen, Vega

NOVEMBER

6th – UK, Southampton, Guildhall                              

8th – UK, London, The Roundhouse

9th – UK, Manchester, Academy

11th – UK, Leeds, 02 Academy

13th – UK, Glasgow, SWG3

14th – UK, Bristol, O2 Academy

15th – UK, Nottingham, Rock City

16th – UK, Birmingham, The O2 Institute

Metronomy are also confirmed to play numerous European festival dates this summer, including Electric Fields (July 4th), Electric Picnic (August 31st) and End of the Road (September 1st).

Watch the video for ‘Salted Caramel Ice Cream’ below


Album Release, Album Review, Ambient Music, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie Electro, New Music

STK Sound ‘Reincarnation’ Album

Electro Pop artist STK Sound has released his debut album ‘Reincarnation’. The creative mind of STK Sound ties together the world of audio with visual representation, and this debut record is the perfect example of how he manages to shape perceptions through his art.

‘Reincarnation’ is an ambient collection of tracks that submerge you completely into the luxurious electronic fusions of STK Sound.Its a mellowed out experience as ‘Intro’ , ‘Awakening’ ‘Only One’ and ‘Death And Reincarnation’ begin the dreamy journey into STK Sound’s world of tranquil magic. The electronic elements are subtle and sweet as they flurry, wisp and twinkle between the sticky fluctuant beats. With warm vocals cooing over this floaty soundscape STK Sound transforms the listening experience with cosy textures. He blends some darker tones into his album with eerie subtly haunting atmospheres through tracks like ‘ Darkness Of The Magic’ without shocking the listener out of their dreamy haze. As the glistening soundscapes dazzle and delicately sparkle the track builds behind creating an ominous atmosphere with deep vocal samples and conflicted electronics, this provides a beautiful contrast through STK Sound’s creations. The raw and at times jittery percussion adds a rich and vibrant texture to the more melancholic tracks like ‘Do You Feel My Love’, the dazzling ‘Never Stop’ and skittish ‘Mirrors’. While ‘Atlas Love’ and ‘Life’ cool the sticky sultry vibes of those tracks with gentle ethereal tones, piano elements, and wispy soundscapes. However these tracks maintain a mystical and almost eerie atmosphere with some fuzzed elements and deep beat thuds. ‘Dark Sun’ brings the album to a close with a surge of peaceful vibes and glorious textures and tones. The sweet electronics flicker between quivering soundscapes and whispered vocals before becoming a little more obscure as gloopy sounds blop through the dreamy electronic whines. It’s a unique and intriguing track to close the album.

STK Sound takes the listener on a mystical journey of rich multi texture sounds through his refined ‘Reincarnation’ album as his blend of relaxing tunes and frazzling electronics both soothe and invigorate the mind.

Stream ‘Reincarnation’ below