Song Pick of the Day

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Song Pick of the Day

Low Girl - Handbrake

British pop quartet Low Girl return with “Handbrake,” the atmospheric first single from their upcoming debut album. What began as Sarah Cosgrove’s solo project has since grown into a full band with her brother Tom on drums, Bradley Taylor on bass and guitar, and Toby Morgan on keys, whom

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CHILD + the banned - Ice Cube Candy

If you have that kind of beat, the rest of the song probably comes easily. The London-via-Copenhagen singer-producer Josephine Carl, aka CHILD + the banned, admits: "We wrote it in a few hours." And that's enough: "Ice Cube Candy" hits you like a 3-minute whirlwind.

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Soft Hearted Scientists - Hello, Hello

From the first note to the last, "Hello, Hello" wraps a cozy, comforting blanket around your shoulders, making you feel like everything will be fine, no matter what’s not so fine in your life right now. The nostalgia-tinged new single by Cardiff-based Soft Hearted Scientists evokes comparisons

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Lucrecia Dalt - caes (ft. Camille Mandoki) [Video]

„caes“ is an experience. With bleeping synths, a fractured marching beat, and two contrasting female voices, singer-producer Lucrecia Dalt creates a distictive soundscape whose grip is hard to escape. “caes“ is the third single off her upcoming album A Danger to Ourselves, which she co-produced with UK legend David Sylvian,

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Rainsford - Butterfly

Rainsford, aka Rainey Qualley, returns with her third single of the year: the atmospheric “Butterfly,” co-written with Michael Kamerman (Smallpools). The track glides along like a sweet lullaby—soft, delicate, and mesmerizing. This is alt-pop at its finest. Reflecting on the song’s meaning, Rainey shares: “You know when it’

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Sijya - Do I Know

"Do I Know" is a gritty, synth-pop song that takes you to a dark and mysterious place. The New Delhi-based singer-producer Sijya is known for experimenting with both her digital and analog gear and enjoys emulating electric guitars in her productions. She explains: Funnily enough, people have often

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Paperwhite - By Your Side

We first came across Ben Marshall behind the drums for Savoir Adore. Together with his sister Katie Marshall, he forms the synth-pop duo Paperwhite. The pair just released their lush, nostalgia-tinged EP Reach. Its final single, “By Your Side,” is beautifully restrained dream pop—with just enough flourish to make

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Hillary Reynolds - Gaslight

"Gaslight" is created almost entirely with acoustic guitars. Still, it leans more toward pop than folk, and you have to listen closely to notice there are no drums. The Wisconsin-born, LA-based singer-songwriter Hillary Reynolds started writing her debut album in the past decade, but life got in the

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Eliza May - Money

Riding a R&B-tinged pop wave, British singer/songwriter Eliza May proves that a good melody doesn’t need much flourish. Her new single “Money” is an enchanting listen and a promising preview of her upcoming four-track EP, due later this year. After diving into her earlier releases, I’

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Wrené - Archangel

The Montreal singer-producer Wrené takes you on a powerful journey through the doubts and hopes that love brings. The night-time pop song balances between dance and experimental sounds, keeping the suspense alive until the final note. Wréne says about the song: This is not just another love song or a

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Sam Varga - Minute Man

Occasionally, we have to break our own rules and do something we swore we never would. That’s exactly what Sam Varga did with “Minute Man.” He once vowed never to write a political song — and yet here it is. And it resonates. Wrapped in an infectiously upbeat vibe, a

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Kathryn Williams - Personal Paradise

The UK singer/songwriter Kathryn Williams announced her 15th album, Mystery Park, on September 26 via One Little Independent. The first single, "Personal Paradise," is a slow-burning folk-rock song crafted with intricate guitar work and numerous sonic surprises. It also shows that an artful songwriter can draw inspiration

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Ula - So Kind

Listening to "So Kind," the new single by Ula, I hear echoes of FKA Twigs and Billie Eilish — a synth pop sensibility with an edge. The track delights with surprises around every corner: never too sweet, never predictable, and always anchored by Ula’s exquisite vocals. Ula (Ula

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Smut - Waste Me

Greek mythology isn't a common topic in indie rock songs, so Smut singer Tay Roebuck's lyrics offer an intriguing contrast to the energetic layers of guitar work. "Waste Me" is the latest single from the Chicago-based quintet's third album, Tomorrow Comes Crashing.

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Tyler Herwig - Honey That's You

Pop country artist Tyler Herwig delivers the sweet and heartfelt “Honey That’s You,” a track wrapped in warm vocals and the gentle sigh of a steel guitar. Asked about the romantic inspiration, Tyler says: “This song came out of nowhere. I’ve written a lot about my wife before,

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Kinneret - Solar Kiss [Video]

"Solar Kiss" is inspired by migrating birds and 80s-style funky synth-pop, making it an irresistible mood booster. The now Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Kinneret had a viral hit, "No Wind Resistance!" in 2019, and has released three albums since then. She says about her latest song: “‘Solar Kiss’

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Durand Jones & The Indications - Really Wanna Be With You

When it comes to modern nostalgia, Bloomington, Indiana, trio Durand Jones & The Indications could be seen as the male counterpart to Laufey. But while Laufey leans into a jazz-tinged cinematic vibe, Durand Jones & The Indications draw from the rich traditions of contemporary R&B and soul. Their

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Rainlights - Somewhere

The London-via-Brooklyn singer-songwriter Rachel Chevat, also known as Rainlights, consistently infuses her intimate, intricately produced songs with a touch of melancholy. Her new track "Somewhere" is no different, even though it is about the fleeting moment of happiness when everything falls into place. Rachel explains: I wrote ‘Somewhere’

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Tropics - Ionian Mirage

Known for his dreamy, vocal-driven electronica, British producer, composer, and live musician Chris Ward — aka Tropics — serves up another irresistibly delicious track with his new single, "Ionian Mirage." I loved it instantly: it’s the kind of song that feels perfect for hot summer days and cold winter

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Kirsten Izer - The Messenger

"Maybe I killed my ego one too many times." This line sets the mood of "The Messenger", before Kirsten Izer lets it evolve from a quiet, acoustic beginning into an epic pop song. The track is the closer of her debut EP The Perfect Hire, out

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Freezing Cold - Backlight

Occasionally, a song grabs me right away—by its vibe, its sentiment, or a lyric that hits home. That’s exactly what happened with "Backlight," the new track by NYC-based indie-rock trio Freezing Cold. What frontman Jeff Cunningham says about the song struck a chord with me. Maybe

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OK Cool - Safety Car [Video]

OK Cool is the duo of Bridget Stiebris and Haley Blomquist Waller from Chicago, who perform and produce all their songs. Their music has a raw and honest DIY vibe, but their latest single, "Safety Car," adds subtle electronics and a surprise turn in the chorus. Haley gives

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Dear Boy - Kelly Green

"Kelly Green," the new single by LA quartet Dear Boy, lands somewhere between euphoric Britpop and the laid-back, sunshine-drenched sound California is famous for. The result? An irresistible feel-good banger you’ll want to keep on repeat.The band shares: "Kelly Green is about a deep breath,

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Michelle Núñez - making the most of it

In "making the most of it," Michelle Núñez stands before the shards of a broken relationship and reflects on how she will move forward. Her debut song evokes a theatrical performance, marked by relentless, suspenseful drums and cinematic string stabs – no wonder, as Michelle is well in business

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Laveda - Heaven

The intro to "Heaven," the new single by New York duo Laveda, stretches on just a touch — but it sets the tone perfectly. When Ali Genevich sings, “Every day, it’s just the same old story,” the mood clicks into place, and we’re all in. "Heaven&