Posts by Emma Orland

Today, Toronto-based alt-rocker DYLYN (aka Gwendolyn Lewis) celebrates the messy and beautiful process of transformation at any stage in life with “Late Bloomer.” The song pulses with DYLYN’s signature grit – driving beats, soaring melodies, and vulnerable lyrics. Listen HERE and watch HERE. “‘Late Bloomer’ conveys a yearning to fully embrace life’s highs and lows, even if that means going against…

Today, Nashville-based pop-rock trio Arrows in Action announces their new album I Think I’ve Been Here Before out September 19th in its entirety via Nettwerk. Following the radiant optimism of Side A, released in May, Side B delves into the darker, more vulnerable side of the human experience. I Think I’ve Been Here Before is produced by longtime collaborator Dan Swank (All Time Low, Charlotte…

Acclaimed singer-songwriter WRABEL launches a powerful new chapter today with the release of “future.” Marking a milestone in his career, it’s the first song he’s ever co-produced, alongside longtime friend and collaborator Austin Ward, with additional production and final mixing by Damian Taylor—renowned for his work with Björk, Frou Frou, The Prodigy, The Temper Trap, Arcade Fire, and more. Written at his coffee table, “future” sets the…

Today, Viennese indie-pop singer/songwriter OSKA releases her anticipated sophomore album Refined Believer. Produced by David Kosten (Bat for Lashes, Marina Diamandis), Refined Believer explores themes of trust, self-discovery, and quiet resilience through OSKA’s signature whispery soprano and poetic songwriting. Listen to the album here: https://oska.ffm.to/refinedbeliever Following a whirlwind year that included a standout debut at SXSW, support slots for Coldplay and Maggie Rogers…

Today, Vancouver-based alternative psych-rock band Meltt releases Swim Slowly – Instrumentals album, celebrating their breakout debut album Swim Slowly. The special 12-track release highlights the band’s signature ethereal textures, lush arrangements, and expansive atmospheres. Listen HERE. “‘Swim Slowly’ is a foundational piece of Meltt’s story that introduced us to so many wonderful fans and sparked…

Today, JOSEPH shares their new single “I Believe In Myself,” a collaboration with Nashville-based singer/songwriter Becca Mancari. A triumphant and cathartic anthem, the song explores what it means to rebuild self-trust after a lifetime of being taught to doubt your own voice — culminating in an epic, mantra-like chorus that celebrates the quiet power of self-belief. Natalie Closner shares, “We…

After making his Nettwerk debut last month with the heartfelt song “Maybe It’s You,” today, soul singer and songwriter, Hajaj, shares another taste of new music with “The Waiting Room,” produced by Aidan Glover. Like the best storytellers and blues masters, he explores heartbreak and uncertainty through walking bass lines, soul-pumping backbeats, and raspy melodies. The song conjures imagery of…

Today, NYC singer-songwriter Theo Kandel shares his three-song EP, Somewhere Along the Trail, Vol. 2, via Nettwerk Music Group. Somewhere Along the Trail, Vol. 2 comes amid his US headline tour with support from fellow Nettwerk artist Katie Lynne Sharbaugh. For tickets and more information, visit https://www.theokandel.com/tour.  LISTEN & SHARE SOMEWHERE ALONG THE TRAIL, VOL 2https://theokandel.ffm.to/somewherealongthetrailvol2 With Somewhere Along the Trail, Vol. 2, …

Rock siblings The Haunt, Anastasia Grace Haunt [vocals] and Maxamillion “Max” Haunt [vocals, guitar, production], unveil their latest single “Own Me” featuring alt heavyweight Mod Sun. The powerful new track delves deep into the emotional weight of mental illness, spotlighting a darker, more introspective corner of the band’s forthcoming debut album, New Addiction, due out July 25 via Nettwerk. Listen HERE and watch HERE. “‘Own Me’ is about the…

Shayfer James, the New York-based singer-songwriter, composer, and pianist, has delivered the ultimate soundtrack to his whimsical world filled with dark cabaret on his new album Summoning, out today via Nettwerk. Summoning is a richly textured exploration of self-awareness, human connection, and the tension between isolation and belonging.  Teeming with emotion, the album showcases James’ evolution as a songwriter while…