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  • “4 AM Spotlight” is the closing track on Nick Waters’ new EP of the same name. The Seattle-based artist impresses with an escalation from mellow, soulful beginnings into passionate, melodic heights. A lounge-y beginning with serene keys and fairly nonchalant vocals grows into something magical, first signaled by the twangy dream-pop guitars around the one-minute mark. 01:20 shows a yearning chorus with a backing illuminated synth alongside emotive vocals, aesthetically reminding of Pulp’s most dramatic tracks (or, Richard Hawley’s solo material). “4 AM Spotlight” is a fully engrossing track from a strongly recommended EP {Link to listen in bio}
  • The atmospheric funk of “L-Star City” will put an extra stride in your step this Monday morning. A new track from @jazclemente , which we’re happy to premiere, “L-Star City” is described by the Oakland-based artist as “the most playful I’ve ever been with vocals, the comfort with expressing myself as genuinely. It’s minimalist in chords and a little less electronic, but it’s true to my soul and what’s happening in the world.” Raw and guttural vocals accompany Clemente’s confident, charismatic vocal presence, aesthetically reminding of a darker Unknown Mortal Orchestra. The twist in vocal presence at the two-minute mark, from darker guttural lengths to a more lightly infectious funk-ified series of vocal layers, works wonderfully. The jazz-leaning final minute also stands out. {Link to listen in bio}
  • The catchy, breezy “see me on the outside!” is a new track from Los Angeles five-piece mmmonika. They describe the track, which was recorded in a cabin in Joshua Tree, as “a happy song for sad people.” The fleeting guitars, spirited vocal delivery, and catchy synth additions remind aesthetically of Phoenix, especially during the melodic chorus. Guitars and synths build around backing vocal additions in the final 30 seconds, providing a satisfying conclusion to this concisely effective effort. I’m definitely looking forward to hearing more from this accessibly melodic act. {Link to listen in bio}
  • The very catchy “Drive By” is the latest release from @aywingmusic, the project of a Swiss singer/songwriter based in Berlin and London. Her vein of pop songwriting emphasizes big hooks and approachable song lengths, with a love for retro synths and ’60s sounds. “Drive By” was made in collaboration with hip-hop producer Shuko, who ensures a shimmering feel perfect for springtime. The track flutters with funky guitar licks and soaring vocals, with an ideally infectious synth touch during the “bang, bang,” vocal hook playing especially well. The music video was shot during Ay Wing’s U.S. tour in March, with filmmaker Steve Glashier capturing the artist’s “frivolous, happy joyous mood she was in while exploring Venice Beach in L.A.” The beach town provides the perfect setting to this fun, sparkling pop effort. {Link to video in bio)

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