Sabiyha was born and raised in South London’s Croydon amongst a large, extended family – headed up by matriarch ‘Nanny’, to whom her intensely personal recent single ‘Lullaby’ pays tribute. Growing up in Sabiyha’s house was never silent, her teenage world sound-tracked by the latest tracks from Choice FM and Channel U, with Grime and soca playing at day-to-night parties round BBQs (snippets from which also appear as soundbites on ‘Lullaby’). It’s a balance which reflects the broader interplay between her cultural heritage – brought into sharper focus by a visit to Sabiyha’s pare ..read more

HEN$HAW hails from London and has managed to amass quite a large following with his music in a very short time. His biggest hit is LOWKEY, and the rapper being relatively successful in the UK. Cozy focuses on a relatively less-discussed topic in today’s world; that “boys need love too” in response to boys don’t cry. HEN$HAW’s eagerness to explore further is exactly what brought Cozy to life. In this track, the artist explains how his life is ‘cozy’ despite so many issues. If you listen to the lyrics closely, they have a relatively dark, complicated background. The song instantly connects with ..read more

Lit only by a spotlight, otherwise enveloped by impenetrable darkness, singer-songwriter Abby Cribb actualises the isolation of the Radiohead classic not only on a sonic level, but a visual one. Stripping the song back to its core, Cribb has taken those themes of alienation and adopted a far more reflective musical approach. By relying on nothing more than her piano and her voice, which aches with a certain kind of longing, Cribb channels a sense of fragility and vulnerability that extends far beyond her sixteen years, and that is an absolute credit. Stream & Download Creep Connect with A ..read more

Dutch multi-hyphenate Luwten takes her name from a word in her native language which simply means ‘place without wind’. Her latest single, “Sleeveless”, a forerunner for second album Glass, is similarly suspended in motion; it’s a song that, with its melody and soul, offers a sanctuary from the world beyond. It’s understated, and yet it draws on so much: Luwten’s vocals are feather-light and fluid, often restless and colliding with harmonies, lacing organic sounds with live instruments and electronic touches. “Sleeveless” is an effortlessly brilliant example of abstract pop. NEW ALBUM ‘D ..read more

British-Nigerian artist Adenikè has a masterful command over sultry afrobeats on her self-titled debut EP. The production across the EP is soft and silken, bleeding into the ambience of a late summer night or the lowlights of a bar. “Enough” is driven by infectious rhythms, which Adenikè surrenders to, letting her voice be carried along with the motions. “No Fool” picks up the pace, with gentle percussion giving the track a bounce as her vocals slip and slide effortlessly atop the beat. Adenikè has an instinct for creating mood through her music, and “Sweet Love” is a golden meditation on the ..read more

Cayla Casler’s latest single “Wouldn’t You Like to Know” is a slow-burning RnB groove, primed to spill out of your speaker on a lazy summer night. The Philly-based artist muses on a “situationship”, enticing her lover with a little curiosity to follow her rhythm. Simply arranged, Casler’s gossamer vocals stand centre-front, but it’s the bassline which anchors everything. It rolls at a pace that invites you to chill out and take your time, and marks the track as an essential earworm for the longer days and nights. Follow Cayla Casler Instagram TikTok Youtube Spotify Website ..read more

Tana’s latest track “Make it Up” brings nocturnal beats to hushed, pop-inflected vocals – a perfect soundtrack to the early hours. It’s both hushed and insistent with almost militaristic rhythms that draw the battle lines, with Tana’s own voice suspended above, light and haunting. To the ear, “Make it Up” seems understated but the effect it creates is musically complex. It shows promise of an artist who, despite having powerhouse vocals, has an appreciation that less is almost always more. Follow Tana Instagram  Facebook   Twitter Words by Sophie Walker ..read more

“Out of the Blue” is a gentle, pop-indebted track that mourns a friendship which ended abruptly. It comes as no surprise that the Austria-based singer songwriter is the sister of famed producer filous, proving that a breezy, melodic instinct for pop runs in their blood. “Out of the Blue” feels light to the ears, but the lyrics are weighted with a lack of closure. Arman says of the track: “At the time I was having a hard time getting over a friendship that had ended in a very mysterious way. And in that session when we took a little break, I went to make myself a cup of tea in the studio kitche ..read more

Amsterdam-based producer Hidde van Way channels the hedonism of the club culture his city is famed for on new track “Playing With Fire”. Hidde van Way brought the heat by enlisting the powerhouse vocals of Rachel Woznow, who takes that feeling of euphoria at finding that instant spark in the lyrics and realises it on a sonic level. With a fizzy drop that will take you back to late nights and long afternoons of summer, it proves that when the two unite, everything they touch turns to gold.  Follow Hidde Van Way Twitter Instagram Follow Rachel Woznow Twitter Instagram ..read more

Yuma.’s latest single “OH MY GOD” is a transportive masterwork in big-tent trance, bringing you right back to the dancefloor. Over a drum and bass foundation, the producer builds a superstructure of hypnotic beats that fade in and out of focus. Unafraid to experiment with distortion and bring the laser synths to razor-sharp levels – it’s an unpredictable track. While it’s a shotgun two minutes in length, like all great bass house bangers, it gives you a sensory experience, hijacking your body’s natural rhythms. Two minutes, or two hours – “OH MY GOD” will have you struck dumb, unable to tell t ..read more