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Blame It On Your Love (feat. Lizzo) - Charli XCX
The latest release from experimental pop singer-songwriter Charli XCX, ‘Blame It On Your Love’, is her first single since the release of ‘1999’ with Troye Sivan which was accompanied by a barrage of nostalgic 90s imagery in the music video. This new single features singer/rapper on the rise, Lizzo, not long after her critically acclaimed third studio LP ‘Cuz I Love You,’ which dropped last month. ‘Blame It On Your Love’ is catchy pop anthem with a huge chorus that is sure to make you get up and dance.
HER - Chase Atlantic
‘HER’ is the new single from Australian-based pop/hip-hop trio Chase Atlantic. The group, who began by uploading their songs to YouTube, have grown a huge following in recent years and signed to Warner Bros. back in 2016. The track follows the release of the trio’s latest EP ‘DON’T TRY THIS’ which dropped earlier this year. Smooth R&B vocals and electro-pop grooves make this modern love song a perfect addition to your chill playlists.
Balance, Not Symmetry — Biffy Clyro
‘Balance, Not Symmetry’ marks the return of Scottish alt-rock trio Biffy Clyro, their first new material since their acclaimed 2016 LP ‘Ellipsis.’ The track is just one of the songs that the band have written for the soundtrack of an upcoming British/American drama film of the same name which premiers this year. Fans have come to expect epics rock bangers with a Scottish vocal flair, and this new tune doesn’t disappoint.
Inglorious (feat. Skepta) - slowthai
The latest single features on the Northampton rapper’s debut LP ‘Nothing Great About Britain,’ which is already racking up rave reviews from critics and listeners alike. Legendary feature Skepta drops flawless bars over a trap bea, topping off an already impressive track. slowthai’s punk-influenced sound is the backdrop to his upbringing in the council estates of Northampton - a provocative, important and human story which is fascinating to behold.
Zulu Screams (feat. Maleek Berry & Bibi Bourelly) — GoldLink
Zulu Screams begins with just that, but quickly moves onto a pumping reggaeton beat. The song features UK/Nigerian rapper Maleek Berry on vocals as well as German pop singer Bibi Bourelly during the bridge, who has mostly been known so far as writer on notable songs such as Rihanna’s ‘Bitch Better Have My Money’. The new single is lyrically both aggressive and affectionate from GoldLink, a forward-looking artist who blends hip-hop with indie rhythms and dance beats to create his unique sound.
I Like The Way (feat. Etta Bond) - Moon Willis
Moon Willis is an up-and-coming DJ/Producer, best known for his 2016 dance hit ‘Never Letting Go,’ which has over 10 million streams on Spotify. This latest track begins with a simple production, letting featured vocalist Etta Bond shine through before transitioning to a banging chorus. Etta is a promising London-based singer-songwriter who released her second studio LP, ‘He’s Mine,’ a few weeks ago.
Is it too early? (Kilmainham) - Saint Sister
‘Is it too early?’ is the latest track from Northern Irish duo Saint Sister, have have become known for combining experimental pop with a traditional Irish folk influence and continue to do so here. The duo became one of the most followed new acts in Ireland when their 2015 debut ‘Madrid’ became a native hit. Since then they have grown their audience rapidly, being playlisted by Radio, performing at Glastonbury Festival and traveling most of Europe on tour.
2. How I Stay - SS
‘How I Stay’, a stripped down trap tune, is the new single from up-and-coming Grime artist SS. It marks the rapper’s first material of 2019, following up last year’s breakout singles ‘Gasolina’ and ‘Yeah Yeah’. ‘How I Stay’ is a catchy, laid-back and bouncy track featuring some memorable sampling, and demonstrates why SS is one to watch in the coming year.
Modern Lie - Younghusband
The new single from psychedelic/alternative rock outfit younghusband, ‘Modern Lie’, is the group’s second release ahead of their new LP, ‘Swimmers,’ which is set to drop on the 7th of June. The track features laidback vocals and melancholy guitar, as well as a synth organ interlude. ‘Simmers’ will be the quartet’s third studio album, and will be a follow-up to their acclaimed 2015 effort ‘Dissolver.’
Afterhours (feat. Nina Nesbitt & AJ Mitchell) - teamwork.
‘Afterhours’ is the debut single from from British/American production duo teamwork, who are best known for lending their skills behind of scenes on hits like ‘Right Now’ with Nick Jonas and Robin Schulz, or ‘Right Now’ with Cheat Codes and Fetty Wap. Featuring on ‘Afterhours’ is Scottish pop star Nina Nesbitt, off the back of her acclaimed album ‘The Sun Will Come Up, The Seasons Will Change,’ and rising star AJ Mitchell. ‘Afterhours’ is a great mix of dance and pop and is sure to be a hit this summer.
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