Emerging alt-pop newcomer Ella Red continues her ascent, building anticipation for her debut album “It’s Not Real,” due January 2026. Although she only came onto my radar recently, it took a single spin of “Predator” to see her potential unmistakably. Ella is one of those rare artists who feels engineered for viral breakout moments, yet […]
Retro–electro artist Sophie Grey. is continuing her ascent into the neon-lit world of synthwave and sci-fi–inspired pop, elevating her creative identity with every release. Recently, her visual aesthetic has reached striking new heights, thanks in part to her ongoing collaboration with director Maximilian Stafford. Together, they have crafted a cinematic universe filled with chrome textures, […]
If you’ve been keeping tabs on the CHVRCHES universe lately, you’ll know things have been surprisingly active. While the Scottish trio are back in the studio working on their fifth album. The past few years have also brought the “Screen Violence” era, the 10th-anniversary reissues of “Every Open Eye” and “The Bones of What You […]
Since tuning into the dreamy sonic pop world of Tsatsamis in 2023, I’ve noticed wintertime often signals a creative surge from the singer-songwriter-producer. And true to form, 2025 is shaping up to be far from quiet. In fact, the latest track, “Secret Boyfriend,” has been a long time coming, and very much worth […]
Austria’s reigning Eurovision champion JJ is keeping his post-contest momentum burning bright with the release of “Haunting Me.” This is the third single of the year and arguably his most accessible pop moment to date. After captivating Europe with the spellbinding, pop-opera drama of his winning entry “Wasted Love,” and later deepening the […]
The hype around XO is reaching fever pitch — and honestly, for good reason. The team assembled behind them is nothing short of stellar, and likewise, their label Polydor seems dead set on making 2026 the long-awaited renaissance year of the girl group. In fact, XO didn’t waste a second proving the point either. They […]
If there’s one song that’s been living rent-free in my head lately, it’s “Jealous” by Ocean Tisdall. I first heard the track when Ocean headlined the EQ Music New Music Showcase back in October. And from the moment he stepped into those opening lines, “Good for you chewing your food while my clothes hang lose,” […]
It feels very much like the start of a bold new era for on-the-rise Russian pop artist Maria Domark. Above all an era defined by vulnerability, self-determination, and a quiet but unmistakable reclaiming of power. Following a difficult breakup, Maria steps into this next chapter with intention, allowing herself to evolve both personally and artistically. […]
Moyka has pulled a dazzling fast one on us. And yet, I couldn’t be happier about it. The self-described Norwegian pop witch unveiled the electrifying cuts “24/7” and “Fluorescent” over recent weeks, above all without hinting that something bigger was brewing. Now, with the surprise arrival of her “Ultraviolet” EP, the picture snaps […]
After a relatively short but tantalising lead-up, “Introspectator” — the debut EP from London’s very own self-proclaimed “Pop Girlie Boy,” Stan Pratt, has officially arrived. I’ll admit, my anticipation for this project has been sky-high ever since I immersed myself in his captivating teaser tracks. From the chic, tongue-in-cheek flair of “Je Ne Sais Quoi,” […]
