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Keesha Blair – “The Inheritance”
Some songs ask us to remember where we came from. Keesha Blair’s “The Inheritance” goes a step further, encouraging us to consider what we have received, what we are doing with it, and what we will eventually leave behind. Inspired by Blair’s mother and grandmother, the song begins with something deeply personal: the love, wisdom,…
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Michael Waters – “We’re Much Better People Now”
Some songs are built around a moment of celebration, while others ask us to look honestly at where we have been. Michael Waters’ “We’re Much Better People Now” belongs to the latter category, offering a reflective and heartfelt ballad about regret, redemption, and the possibility of becoming better through love and personal growth. What immediately…
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MILYAM – “Dream”
Some songs feel like they belong to a particular time of day. MILYAM’s “Dream” feels like it belongs to the hours when everything around you has gone quiet and your thoughts become louder. Built around a quiet rhythmic pulse and a deliberately minimalist production style, “Dream” creates an atmosphere that feels both intimate and cinematic.…
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Replay” – A Feel-Good Summer Anthem Built to Be Played Again
Some songs just feel like summer. “Replay” is built for exactly that kind of moment: sunshine, holidays, beach days, poolside afternoons, warm evenings and music playing loudly with the windows down. The track is an upbeat, feel-good summer song centred around a strong rhythm and a catchy chorus that is designed to stick. There is…
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Deptford Sound Collective – “Rise Up”
Some songs are made to sit quietly in the background. “Rise Up” is not one of them. Deptford Sound Collective’s latest release is built for movement, bringing euphoric dance energy, uplifting house textures and a message that reaches beyond the dancefloor. Coming from a collective of musicians, artists and activists in South East London, Deptford…
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Sweet Mess – “The Warning”
There is something immediately compelling about “The Warning.” From the first moments, Sweet Mess creates the feeling that something is not quite right, and instead of telling us to ignore that feeling, the band leans into it. Their fifth single is built around a simple but powerful idea: sometimes that little voice in your head…
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Gideon Unna’s “Heaven Is Here” Finds Paradise in the Present Moment
Some songs ask you to dream about somewhere better. Gideon Unna’s “Heaven Is Here” asks a more immediate question: what if the beauty we are searching for is already around us? Released on May 13, 2026, the original single is a warm, reflective piece built around the idea that heaven is not necessarily somewhere we…
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Ellijai’s “Skinny Boyfriend” Is a Flirtatious Rush of Guitars, Synths and Rock ’n’ Roll Energy
Ellijai’s “Skinny Boyfriend” is the kind of song that knows exactly what it wants to be. Released on August 21, 2026, the Glasgow artist’s latest single is playful, flirtatious and packed with enough attitude to make it difficult to sit still. What I like most about the track is how confidently it embraces its personality.…
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Matt Smith’s “…this is not ok…” Turns Concern Into Compassion and Hope
After more than four decades of making music, Matt Smith has arrived at his 20th studio album with something that feels less like a statement of anger and more like an honest attempt to understand the world around him. “…this is not ok…” is clearly concerned with the divisions and difficulties of modern life, but…
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Aurealis’ “How I Feel” Finds the Beauty in Taking a Chance on Love
There is something refreshing about a love song that allows itself to be hopeful. Aurealis’ “How I Feel” captures that vulnerable stage of a relationship when you begin wondering if what you are experiencing could actually become something lasting. Rather than leaning into heartbreak or uncertainty alone, the song finds its emotional centre in possibility.…
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