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Today, Pacific Northwest producer/instrumentalist Oatmello introduces a new dimension to his artistry with his new LP Dreamsweeper (Original Game Soundtrack). The calming collection of lofi beats serves as the soundtrack to Oatmello’s new video game Dreamsweeper, co-created with indie developer Etherlight. Blending together elements of electronic music, ambient and a unique sound palette of processed bells, struck glass, and nostalgic vocal…

Today, Nashville singer-songwriter-producer Mokita (aka John-Luke Carter) arrives with a “bucket list” collaboration alongside one of his musical heroes, Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional, for their introspective new single, “It Was Real To Me.” Out now via Nettwerk, “It Was Real To Me (feat. Dashboard Confessional)” unites the signature sounds of both artists. Mokita’s serene, heartfelt delivery blends seamlessly with Carrabba’s passionate vocals…

On Friday, Auckland’s soul-electronic collective LEISURE shared their new single, “Oh Why.” The track is a collaboration with Two Another, and the first release since their acclaimed fourth album, Leisurevision, was released last fall. In a world fraught with uncertainty, “Oh Why” is a tribute to the human desire for connection and authenticity. This poignant track delves into the complexities of early-stage…

Sweden-based folk musician Hazlett releases new single “Shiver” taken from his upcoming new 6-track EP out October 4, which completes his Goodbye to the Valley Low project. Also out on October 4th, vinyl fans will be able to purchase Goodbye to the Valley Low on vinyl in its final form as a 12-track album. With sparse arrangement, intricate acoustic guitar fingerpicking, gently philosophical lyrics and a plaintive vocal, “Shiver” slowly…

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Caleb Hearn continues to captivate audiences with his soulful storytelling and heartfelt melodies. Following the remarkable success of his 2024 single “Little Bit Better,” which garnered over 10M streams within its first month, Hearn now shares his new single, “Last Breath.” This release also serves as the announcement of his highly anticipated debut album, Left on McKinney, out September 6th. Caleb Hearn’s songs…

 Making a record isn’t easy. Although you wouldn’t know it from the endless string of hard-hitting anthemic guitar-pop gems from Minneapolis alternative artist Landon Conrath. Yet despite all the streaming and touring success, Landon was feeling bogged down by the continuous number of deadlines, TikTok posts, and back-and-forth email threads associated with being a musician. He…

Today, Bay Area collective Moonalice shares another taste of their upcoming release, Cool Cats, with a new song, “MYOB.” Written by Roger McNamee and Dylan Altman, the message is a plea for more tolerance and grace in our world, echoing the band’s overarching theme of love, peace, and happiness. The lyrics are playful yet thought-provoking, reminding listeners that sometimes we need to look in…

Sammy Rae & The Friends recently announced their glorious debut album, Something For Everybody out September 20th via Nettwerk. Today, the collective shares the laid-back and steamy “No Rulebook,” the latest single from the forthcoming album, along with a scholastic video directed by Ryan Sheehy. “If you look too deeply into it, it’s a song about taking the pressure off of being physically…

After celebrating the 40th anniversary of the long-running Canadian jazz, blues, and gospel label last year, Justin Time Records, founder Jim West has announced he’s stepping down from his position to focus on his management firm Wild West Artist Management. Jim began the label in 1983, unearthing and releasing the first recording from renowned jazz pianist Oliver Jones. From…

Today philine, the rising Dutch singer songwriter, shares her latest single “talking to myself” taken from her exquisite upcoming EP “the side-effects of living in a fantasy” due for release via Nettwerk later this year.   “talking to myself” is a slick, vivid track that stitches elements of melancholic pop and power balladry with philine’s distinctive diary-like lyrical style…