Music

Dutch Criminal Record release jangly indie hit ‘Light Up’

‘Light Up’, released via Alcopop Records, is a jangly-pop single infused with a seasoning of Dutch Criminal Record’s typically energetic summery style, whilst lyrically being highly emotive and highlighting a character that brings you joy. The brand new single marks the band’s first release of the year since their EP ‘It’s Gonna Be Okay’. The …

Kevin Focke – “Exolution”

“Exolution” is a beautifully melodic new track from Kevin Focke, based in Bruges, Belgium. The track shows a versatile sound, spanning from pulsing club-ready synth movements to lushly entrancing sounds of nature. A glowing effervesce builds into a snappy percussive accompaniment and bass-y vibration, gradually building alongside bright synths. Gentle piano, serene vocals, and bird-chirping […]

Dash Hammerstein – “Soldier”

Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Dash Hammerstein charms with on his new track “Soldier.” The responsive vocal backing makes for a melodic engagement amidst the narrative retrospection of the verses, reminding fondly of Squeeze and Ocean Colour Scene as the vocals assume a soulful quality. The “rations and reasons,” hook is especially reminiscent of Squeeze, and quite replay-inducing […]