Lo-fi folk songwriter Natalie Wildgoose has released her new EP Rural Hours today (15 April) via state51 — a quietly powerful collection shaped by isolation, landscape and instinct. Written and recorded over the course of a year, much of the EP was brought to life in a remote bothy in the Yorkshire Dales — two hours from the nearest village, with no electricity or heating. Candlelight, crackling fire and the sound of wind outside all seep into the recordings, giving Rural Ho

London artist Sarah Nimmo has unveiled the official video for her new single “The Soul”, offering another glimpse into her forthcoming debut album How Can I Explain Myself? , out 12 June. Leaning into the track’s cinematic feel, the video sees Nimmo step into a more surreal, storytelling-led world — something she says completely changed how she connected with the song. “Making the video for The Soul was amazing, hilarious and a little surreal,” she explains. “It’s given me t

Rising alt electro-pop artist EMiDORA is back with her latest single, “idk if i’m even feeling” — a restless, high-energy track that taps into emotional overload with a sharp, club-ready edge. Out now via APOLLO Distribution, the new release pairs distorted electronic textures with pulsing rhythms, creating a sound that feels as chaotic as the emotions it explores. At its core, the track captures that strange in-between state — overwhelmed but numb, pushing forward while quie

Today’s pick goes to Didi Han, who’s just dropped a fresh remix of “I SING” — and it’s an instant club heater. Originally a more laid-back track from her I DREAM EP, this new version sees DJ Babatr turn things up a notch. Think heavier bass, sharper beats, and a proper late-night energy that hits straight away. Didi Han said she wanted a more club-focused version of the track — and that’s exactly what this is. It keeps the vibe of the original but makes it bigger, louder, an

London-based artist Laura Misch has shared her striking new single “Shell”, offering the latest glimpse into her forthcoming second album Lithic , set for release on 5 June 2026 via One Little Independent Records. Arriving alongside an evocative new music video, “Shell” marks a bold shift in Misch’s sound — her most folk-leaning work to date. Stripping things back, the track foregrounds voice and acoustic texture, with delicately layered cello from Katt Newlon creating a spar

Southwest London is set for a seismic collision of sport and sound this May, as Hard-Fi are confirmed to headline Big Summer Kick-Off at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday 16 May. Fresh from announcing their first studio album in 15 years, Sweating Someone Else’s Fever (out 19 June), the Staines-upon-Thames-formed indie heavyweights are returning to their roots for a huge pre-match set that promises to shake the stands before a ball is even kicked. More than 60,000 fans

Birmingham-based alt-rock artist Louis Glasby returns with his second single of the year, ‘New Signing’, landing April 18 across all streaming platforms. Packed with punchy, pop-punk energy and biting wit, the track tells the story of a rising artist’s rapid ascent—and equally swift downfall, offering a tongue-in-cheek yet pointed commentary on the music industry. Following the success of his debut ‘Lower Your Expectations’, Glasby continues to carve out a sound rooted in raw

Joe Newman, frontman of Mercury Prize-winning band alt-J, has announced his debut solo album under the moniker JJerome87. Titled The Canyon , the record lands June 26 via Mushroom Music / Virgin Music Group. Alongside the announcement, Newman has shared new single ‘Track and Field’—a shimmering, nostalgic cut that blends Motown-tinged Americana with his distinctly offbeat British songwriting voice. Framed as a hazy, cinematic love story set on a college athletics track, the t

Rising noise outfit THE NONE have unveiled a blistering new live session via state51—offering the first taste of new material from their forthcoming debut album. Captured in a single, unbroken take, the session introduces two previously unreleased tracks, ‘Watch’ and ‘Daddy Doesn’t Make Mistakes’, alongside a ferocious cover of Napalm Death’s infamous ‘You Suffer’. Across ten relentless minutes, the band channel their signature collision of chaos and precision—equal parts raw

London-based indie pop riser Malaika returns with her latest single ‘External Things’, while confirming details of her debut EP Dye My Hair Dark In The Summer , set for release on May 12. Following previous cuts ‘Pretty Pretty Thing’ and ‘Real Deal’, the new track continues to define Malaika’s bright, emotionally candid pop sound—pairing polished, upbeat production with introspective lyricism. Co-produced with JMAC (Sadie Jean, Medium Build) and featuring drums from Freddy Sh