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Brighton explores relationships inspired by his girlfriend on debut EP Dreaming

Southern California musician Brighton delves into themes of relationships, spanning from heartbreak to epic love stories on debut EP Dreaming, a six-track production swirling with upbeat pop. Self-written and self-produced, the…

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Squid explore the reflective side of post-punk on "Paddling"

Brighton’s Squid are following the classic formula for releasing singles prior to an album: first single needs to bang, second single needs to explore more atmospheric spheres. Luckily, the post-punk…

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CIEL are more than just a "Pretty Face"

Brighton-based alt-pop three-piece CIEL are back with the dutifully dreamy, "Pretty Face." The tastefully saccharine number forgoes some of their more typical noir-rock flavours in view of enhancing the shimmering and truly…

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Squid deliver knockout with their debut video for “Narrator”

Brighton post-punk outliers Squid have been steadily establishing their frenzied barrage of funk as a force to cower before since 2017. Their debut EP received such a rapturous reception that…

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Bklava impresses with infectious debut EP [Interview]

Genre-defying, rising star — Bklava — drops her highly anticipated debut EP, the self-titled Bklava. The Brighton-based, Irish-Lebanese star has been carving out her sound amongst names such as Annie…

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Prolific producer Sqwd connects with CARLIE for "The Off Chance You Love Me"

In the wake of any genre-defining artists, there is always a healthy amount of inspiration to be taken from the compelling aesthetics and new avenues explored. This, in turn, forges…

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Yakul continue their ascent with breathtaking new single "Streetlight"

Anyone fed up with formulaic, overly processed music we hear these days should be on the lookout for Yakul. The Brighton-based quartet burst on the scene last year with their…

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HOWES3' latest single "Nonian" takes us on a sonic journey

After their last single “Too Many Kicks” dropped, HOWES3 showed why their upcoming album Moving Forward is likely to be a breakthrough for the U.K. trio. The group exhibited incredible…

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HOWES3 drops stunning new track "Too Many Kicks"

In any search for progressive, soulful instrumental music, HOWES3 deserves to be included. The Brighton-based trio has cut their teeth playing shows and festivals around Europe in recent years, including…

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Matt Taylor balances high energy with introspection on "Budapest"

For anybody who isn't all too keen on pop music, their main gripe might be how formulaic or commercialised the song sounds or at the very least, that it's lacking…

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Michael Baker's single "They Look Just Like They Know" is a pensive, calming reflection of self

January is a time of significant, positive goal setting, so it's refreshing to hear a more realistic perspective on mental health and personal reflection. Brighton artist Michael Baker's single “They…

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Natty Reeves drops tender single "Ego" ahead of debut LP

Brighton resident Natty Reeves has returned with understated musicianship and gentle soulfulness on the third and final single “Ego” from his upcoming debut album Condition, set for release on November…

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Brighton explores relationships inspired by his girlfriend on debut EP Dreaming

Squid explore the reflective side of post-punk on "Paddling"

CIEL are more than just a "Pretty Face"

Squid deliver knockout with their debut video for “Narrator”

Bklava impresses with infectious debut EP [Interview]

Prolific producer Sqwd connects with CARLIE for "The Off Chance You Love Me"

Yakul continue their ascent with breathtaking new single "Streetlight"

HOWES3' latest single "Nonian" takes us on a sonic journey

HOWES3 drops stunning new track "Too Many Kicks"

Matt Taylor balances high energy with introspection on "Budapest"

Michael Baker's single "They Look Just Like They Know" is a pensive, calming reflection of self

Natty Reeves drops tender single "Ego" ahead of debut LP

Louisville's The Homies share refreshing visual for "Shake"

Isabel Pless shares heartfelt single "Twenty-Two"

Carmen Jane deals with grief in "How To Breathe" [Video]

Corey St.Rose connects with Flipp Dinero for new "MMM" remix

MisterWives takes us on a cathartic journey in "Easy" [Video]

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