Jane Parker has spent decades immersed in music, whether fronting bands, releasing records through respected indie labels or crafting her own strange and wonderful sonic worlds. Now operating under the banner of You Are Steve, the Stockport-based artist has fully embraced the freedom of solo creation, producing music that sits somewhere between art-punk, electronica, DIY experimentation and glorious chaos. Unconcerned with trends, algorithms or genre labels, Parker creates mu

With her debut album HULDER arriving on 14 August, rising Norwegian alternative artist Iben is stepping into a world where folklore, identity and raw emotion collide. Inspired by the enigmatic Hulder figure of Nordic mythology, the album reimagines the misunderstood forest spirit through a contemporary lens, exploring gender roles, conformity, power and the universal desire to belong. Blending emo-inspired pop, electronica, Norwegian folk influences and heavier alternative te

Brighton's fiercely unapologetic alt-pop duo COWZ are back with a bang on their latest single, Miss Antoinette – a bold, confrontational anthem that channels frustration, wit and social commentary into one of their most explosive releases yet. Available now via APOLLO Distribution, Miss Antoinette sees the self-produced queer duo continue their mission of creating what they describe as "girl's girl music with violent and political undertones", pairing huge pop hooks with razo

London trio bumb make a striking statement with their debut single excuse, our Tune of the Day and an ambitious introduction to the band's bold new chapter. Blending avant-garde pop sensibilities with cinematic indie-rock flourishes, excuse is a track that feels both deeply personal and grand in scale. Euphoric orchestral textures swell beneath introspective lyricism, creating a captivating soundtrack to love, regret and emotional paralysis. At its core, excuse explores the d

London-based artist Poesie is making a powerful statement with her latest single, Curious Eve, a bold indie-rock anthem that reimagines one of history's most iconic female figures through a contemporary feminist and environmental lens. Available now via APOLLO Distribution, Curious Eve sees the singer-songwriter expanding her sonic palette with crunchy guitar riffs, driving percussion and unexpected organ flourishes, creating a theatrical and emotionally charged soundscape th

New Jersey singer, songwriter and producer Baker Grace is back with her captivating new single Angel, a shimmering and deeply personal track that explores the tension between vulnerability and self-preservation in modern love. Released via APOLLO Distribution, Angel arrives as the first taste of Grace's forthcoming debut EP Never Too Late, due in August 2026. Written, produced and recorded entirely by Grace in her Los Angeles home studio, the track showcases her evolving arti

Few artists wear their influences, emotions and experiences as openly as Oliver Shaw. A singer-songwriter, poet and lifelong Camden creative, Oliver has spent years carving out his own corner of the independent music scene through heartfelt songwriting, cinematic visuals and a relentless dedication to his craft. With three albums already under his belt and a new record, Love Stories, arriving later this year, Shaw continues to evolve while staying true to the emotional honest

Fresh off being named Group of the Year at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, Alabama roots-rock favourites The Red Clay Strays have released their highly anticipated third studio album, Grateful. Out now via HBYCO Records/RCA Records, the 11-track collection finds the six-piece band reflecting on the remarkable journey that has taken them from local venues in Mobile, Alabama to sold-out arenas across the globe. Blending Southern rock, country, soul and gospel influenc

Japanese composer and multi-instrumentalist Makoto Sawai has announced his forthcoming EP Kaze, set for release on 17 July via London-based independent label Bigo & Twigetti. Alongside the announcement, Sawai has unveiled the EP's first single, "Sei", a delicate and immersive composition that perfectly introduces the tranquil atmosphere at the heart of the new project. Built around Sawai's signature blend of piano and saxophone, Kaze takes inspiration from the sensation of a

Just when fans thought they'd fully absorbed Piss In The Wind, Joji has returned with a surprise expansion of the record. The singer, songwriter and producer has officially released Piss In The Wind (Deluxe), adding nine new tracks to his acclaimed fourth studio album and bringing a host of heavyweight collaborators along for the ride. Among the new additions are collaborations with The Kid LAROI, Yeat, Anyma and Corbin, alongside two long-requested fan favourites, "DYKILY (2