Author: Amanda Collins
Burns by TRALALAS Danish project TRALALAS, the dark-pop endeavor of songwriter Morten Alsinger, channels a cinematic, nocturnal intensity on new single “Burns.” Following July’s striking debut “Winter on the Vine,” this second release deepens the project’s exploration of human fragility and shifting emotions, evoking a brooding allure reminiscent of Tom Waits at his most shadowy. Gravelly vocals, organ backdrops, and twang-tinged guitar tones entwine with haunted poetics, setting the stage for the project’s forthcoming debut album this autumn. A slight backing organ glows as a twangy guitar mystique unveils itself. Gentle percussive pit-patter complements a foreboding vocal feeling, as a…
Seattle-based alt pop / indie pop singer and songwriter Avery Cochrane shares her brand new single Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night (Alone in My Bedroom Version). This gem is a lush acoustic version of her viral single shared earlier this summer and finds the talented artist stripping things down which allow us to connect deeper to her vocals and relatable storytelling. Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night is a song about morphing into whatever you think others expect from you as you think they won’t understand the real you. A message flawlessly conveyed through Cochrane’s gorgeous vocals which are accompanied by steady…
Roger O’Donnell has spoken to NME about his new solo album ‘Projections’ – made in the wake of his battle with cancer and returning to record with The Cure. READ MORE: Robert Smith on the cover: The past, present and future of The Cure Arriving on O’Donnell’s 70th birthday on Friday October 29, ‘Projections’ marks the keyboardist and composer’s eighth solo album, in the latest of his life of writing scores and other projects away from the limelight of The Cure. The artist explained how this record leans more into his tastes and influences in minimal electronica. “I did two electronic…
Luvcat has teamed up with John Cooper Clarke for their eerie collaboration ‘He’s My Man (The Anniversary)’. The Liverpudlian noir-pop singer has released the reimagined version of her viral murder ballad, with the Bard of Salford writing original poetry for the song. Clarke is a legendary punk poet; his 1982 song ‘I Wanna Be Yours’ was famously covered by the Arctic Monkeys for their 2013 album ‘AM‘ and recently went viral on TikTok, passing a billion streams on Spotify. On ‘He’s My Man (The Anniversary)’, Clarke performs as Luvcat’s victim, narrating his gradual poisoning by the singer in a grizzly baritone: “Clinically…
Los Angeles-based artist Savannah Pope shares her brand new single Terrible Thing, a rich indie-pop song about the disorienting experience of receiving the love you’ve longed for but can’t fully accept. Taken from her upcoming EP, which explores femininity, trauma, and the tension between societal perception and internal truth, Terrible Thing beautifully encapuslates this ethos and finds the talented artist beautifully showcasing her unapologetically raw songwriter and operatic vocals that won me from the start. You can feel the raw emotion pouring from her vocals and how it is enhanced by the captivating production that pairs echoing harmonies, dramatic, emotive piano…
Green Day are officially putting fans on notice. The punk icons have started teasing plans to mark 25 years since the release of their sixth album Warning, which dropped back on October 3rd, 2000. Billie Joe & co posted a cryptic all-green video on socials…
Over 550 musicians, actors, directors, and writers have teamed up to revive the Committee For The First Amendment, a group formed in the late 1940s that opposed suppression of free speech. Music stars such as Billie Eilish, Gracie Abrams, and Janelle Monae have joined alongside film luminaries such as Pedro Pascal, Spike Lee, and Jane Fonda, to oppose the recent government intervention in the media. It comes following the recent controversy surrounding talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live, which was suspended on September 17 after threats made from government entity the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) over comments Kimmel made about the…
David Kaefer, the Spotify executive in charge of the company’s music and audio businesses, will leave the company at the end of October. The announcement was made on Wednesday (Oct. 1) through both an internal memo and a LinkedIn post by Kaefer. Named to Billboard‘s 2025 Power Players list, Kaefer spent seven years at Spotify, most recently as global head of music and audiobook business. In that role, he led the company’s music licensing and partnerships and its growing audiobook business that launched in 2022. According to Kaefer’s LinkedIn post, after leaving Spotify, he plans to be an advisor and…
YungParadise ignites the scene with his latest banger, “Let It Burn” featuring Stt Laurent and J Bot. A trap-heavy rap anthem that fuses fiery lyricism with relentless production. From the first beat, the track hits like a storm, booming 808s and crisp hi-hats driving the momentum forward to being that hard commanding energy. YungParadise’s delivery is raw and unapologetic, his verses packing major flex to make a strong impression on the listener. The production is aggressive and gives “Let It Burn” that must hear quality. It’s a track that commands attention, proving this collective is the real deal bringing both…
International superstar Alexandra Stan teams up with Venezuelan artist Patricia Zavala to deliver their brand new single Lipstick, a track charged with attitude, flirtation, and pure energy. Out now on Roton Music, Lipstick pairs their gorgeous, sultry vocals which glide effortlessly over a glossy pop production! Lipstick is a song about fun, confidence, and sexiness, beautifully conveyed through their vocals which are nicely backed by groovy rhythms, lush strings, urban touches, and a sharp beat that together create an overall upbeat, feel-good atmosphere perfect for a fun night out!