INTRODUCING: HAWK THIEF
Yorkshire-based indie artist Hawk Thief channels the spirit of ‘90s guitar music into something immersive, atmospheric, and unmistakably personal. Blending shimmering shoegaze textures with psychedelic indie and poetic lyricism, his sound feels both nostalgic and newly resonant. Entirely written, performed, and produced by Sid Wilson in his home studio, debut album Existence Is Everything is a deeply introspective body of work—layering ethereal soundscapes with vivid storyte
BabyStep Magazine
Apr 20


INTRODUCING: The 113
Fast-rising Leeds alternative four-piece The 113 return with their sophomore EP The Hedonist , out now via Launchpad+ and EMI North. Expanding on their raw, high-intensity sound, the record dives into the psychological weight of constant connectivity—exploring themes of digital permanence, attention economies, and the uneasy relationship between online and real-world experience. Built on abrasive textures, driving rhythms, and an unfiltered perspective, The Hedonist captures
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Apr 20


INTRODUCING: KOBACK
KOBACK is part of a new wave of Irish artists pushing hip-hop beyond its traditional boundaries. Emerging from Derry, he brings a raw, independent energy shaped outside the industry’s usual centres, combining sharp authenticity with a clear artistic vision. Blending elements of hip-hop, metal, drum and bass, and alternative music, KOBACK has developed a sound that is dark, immersive, and deliberately unpredictable. His music resists easy categorisation, carving out a lane ent
BabyStep Magazine
Apr 20


Fool’s Paradise makes its long-awaited live debut at fabric tonight
Fool’s Paradise makes its long-awaited live debut at fabric this Saturday 18 April, landing as a day party built on the same ethos that has defined the label from the start: house music as a living, evolving language. Rooted in emotional intelligence and musicianship rather than nostalgia, the imprint continues to carve out a sound that feels both timeless and sharply tuned to today’s dancefloors. Headlining the launch is New York pioneer Todd Terry, a figure whose influence
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Apr 18


DIE TWICE DISCUSS DEBUT EP
There’s a growing sense that Die Twice are building something you can’t quite pin down, and that’s exactly the point. With new single “Wishbone” , the band lean further into their slow-burn world: tense, cinematic, and emotionally unguarded. It’s a track that simmers before it snaps, pairing fragile instrumentation with a raw, almost confrontational vocal that refuses to sit still. It sets the tone for their debut EP Accept Me Like A Lie , arriving May 27th — a record shaped
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Apr 17


INTRODUCING:st.arnaud
There’s something quietly subversive about “Love You! (For Real)” . On the surface, it leans into warmth — a loose, white-soul groove that feels effortless and inviting. But underneath, it takes aim at something far less comfortable: the hollow intimacy of late-night connections and the performative affection that rarely survives the morning after. It’s a tension that runs deeper than a single track. Across his upcoming self-titled third LP, the artist leans into contrast — s
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Apr 17


DUBLON SHARES NEW SINGLE “I WANT YOUR LOVE”, OUT NOW ON TECHNICOLOUR
Oslo producer dublon keeps the momentum rolling with the release of his new single “I Want Your Love” , out now via Technicolour. Featuring Kaesu, Table and TeuTeu, the track lands as a warm, groove-led cut that leans into his signature blend of fluid musicianship and club-ready energy. Built from an organic studio session in Stockholm, the track started life as an extended jam between live bass and piano. Sifting through the recordings, dublon and collaborators carved out th
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Apr 17


Jaco Jaco announces new album 'On the Levee', shares new single 'Levee'
Jaco Jaco—the kaleidoscopic psych-pop project of Philadelphia-based musician and visual artist Jacob Theriot—returns with news of a brand new album, On the Levee , set for release on 10 July. Alongside the announcement, Theriot shares the record’s lead single, “Levee,” a groove-laden introduction to his latest sonic chapter. Blending funk, psychedelic pop, and hazy ’70s AM rock, Jaco Jaco has steadily carved out a distinctive space in the indie landscape. With On the Levee ,
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Apr 16


NEW YORK SONGWRITER LAWRENCE KIM RELEASES NEW SINGLE “RODEO” FT. EMMA TRICCA + RACHEL COX
New York-based songwriter Lawrence Kim steps into the spotlight with “Rodeo,” a sharp, self-aware new single that takes aim at ego, ambition, and the often gruelling realities of the creative process. Featuring Emma Tricca and Rachel Cox (Oakley Hall), the track offers a compelling preview of Kim’s debut solo album The Hours and The Times , arriving May 15. Best known for his work with BMX Bandits and Scam Avenue, Kim’s first solo outing is a deeply personal project—one that
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Apr 16


Lucia & The Best Boys Announce New Album Picking Petals and Share New Single
Scottish alt-pop outfit Lucia & The Best Boys have announced their highly anticipated new album Picking Petals , set for release on 31 July via Communion Records. Alongside the announcement, the band have unveiled a new single, You Look Like Somebody In Love , offering another glimpse into the record’s emotional and sonic landscape. The album marks a significant moment for frontwoman Lucia Fairfull, representing both a creative evolution and the culmination of years of dedica
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