From Paris To Palm Springs: Davido & Afrobeats Triumph At Coachella
Afrobeats superstar Davido delivered a 45‑minute, 16‑track set on Coachella’s Gobi Stage, becoming the festival’s sole Afrobeats act. Fresh off a 40‑show world tour, he opened with hits like “Dami Duro” and “Skelewu,” and closed with a collaborative performance of “HIGH” with Adekunle Gold and a dramatic rendition of “With You.” The show underscored his role as a Grammy‑nominated artist and official brand ambassador for Nigeria, highlighting the genre’s expanding global footprint.
Clarity Liao Leads With Introspection On Latest Single, ‘Love You More’
San Francisco singer‑songwriter Clarity Liao has released her new single “Love You More,” the lead track from her forthcoming EP “Dear…”. The breezy acoustic song explores romance, envy and heartache, showcasing her intimate vocal style. Liao, who first gained attention...
Self-Reclaimed: Crystal Murray Interviewed
Paris‑born singer‑songwriter Crystal Murray has issued her first independent EP, "Anatomy Of A Cry," after a cathartic two‑hour sob at a Stockholm Philharmonic concert. The six‑track record, co‑written with French guitarist Adrian Edeline, fuses raw R&B vocals, shoegaze guitars and...
Nas, Robert Glasper & Questlove Headline Roots Picnic London 2026
The Roots Picnic is launching its first international edition in London, scheduled for August 8‑9 2026 at the historic Crystal Palace Bowl. Headliners include Nas & The Roots on Saturday and Robert Glasper & Questlove on Sunday, with special guests such as Common, Anthony Hamilton and a curated...
Kamal. Releases New Single ‘I Don’t Care’
UK‑based singer‑songwriter Kamal. has released his new single “I Don’t Care,” a track that delves into emotional numbness after a personal loss. The song blends breakup‑style lyrics with existential reflections, showcasing a more nuanced side of the artist. Kamal. will...
Ezra Collective Re-Issue Debut EP ‘Chapter 7’ For Its 10th Anniversary
British jazz outfit Ezra Collective marks the 10th anniversary of their debut EP ‘Chapter 7’ with a re‑issue. The EP is now streaming, available direct‑to‑consumer on vinyl, and will see a wider retail vinyl release on June 5. The group, the first...
Jesse Lynn Madera Shares Dewy-Eyed Single ‘Woke Up In LA’
American singer‑songwriter Jesse Lynn Madera has released her new single “Woke Up in LA” through Big Fat Dress. The folk‑inflected track, written over a decade, explores the emotional push‑pull of living between Los Angeles and New York and themes of loneliness and...
Holybones Link With Baxter Dury On Grimy New Single ‘SLUGBOY’
London electronic collective holybones have released their first official track of 2024, “SLUGBOY,” a gritty collaboration with indie singer‑songwriter Baxter Dury. The song blends holybones’ nocturnal, surround‑sound production with Dury’s abrasive, lyrical style, delivering a foreboding, desolate vibe. To promote...
Asha Jefferies Shines On New Single ‘Backwards Baby’
Australian singer‑songwriter Asha Jefferies has released her new single “Backwards Baby,” the first fresh material since her 2024 debut album Ego Ride. The track, finalized in London after multiple versions, blends digital drum beats with her emotive folk‑pop vocals and...
Natalie Wildgoose Shares Her Enchanting ‘Rural Hours’ EP In Full
Natalie Wildgoose released her full-length EP "Rural Hours," funded by a PRS for Women grant. She retreated to the isolated Yorkshire Dales to write and record, drawing inspiration from ancient literature and poets like Emily Dickinson. The alt‑folk collection features...
Martyn Announces New Album ‘Music For Existing’
British producer Martyn, known for pioneering dubstep with a techno edge, announced his new album “Music For Existing” for release on May 15. The record, issued through Brainfeeder, follows his ongoing NTS residency and showcases a broader, jazz‑inflected sound. Guest...
High Velocity: SPEED Are Preaching Acceptance
Australian hardcore outfit SPEED has turned pandemic‑era TikTok fame into a touring reality, thanks to a distinctive blend of aggressive riffs and classically trained flute. Formed in 2019, the band bypassed the traditional local‑circuit grind as viral clips labeled them...
Laura Misch Seeks Shelter On New Single ‘Shell’
London singer‑songwriter Laura Misch has released the single “Shell,” the lead track from her forthcoming album “Lithic,” due June 5 on One Little Independent Records. The song features a string‑laden arrangement anchored by Katt Newlon’s cello and showcases Misch’s stark, clear...
Pure Magic: Ora Cogan On Her New Album, And The Gift Of Collaboration
Ora Cogan’s new album Hard Hearted Woman drops on Sacred Bones, showcasing a blend of alt‑folk and tripped‑out country recorded largely in Nanaimo, B.C. The record features a rotating cast of collaborators, from drummer Finn Smith to string players Patrick...
Sam Grassie – Where Two Hawks Fly
Sam Grassie, former Avocet guitarist, releases his first solo album "Where Two Hawks Fly" on the Broadside Hacks label. The record weaves Celtic‑inspired fingerstyle guitar with DADGAD tunings, double‑bass, and occasional strings, delivering a mood‑shifting yet cohesive listening experience. Critics...
Alabaster DePlume Shares Transcendent Instrumental Single ‘Glass’
London‑based saxophonist Alabaster DePlume has released the instrumental single “Glass,” the lead track from his forthcoming EP “Dear Children of Our Children, I Knew: Epilogue,” due May 5 on International Anthem. The track features DePlume’s saxophone over a bass line by...
Casi’s ‘Jumper’ Is An Electrifying Genre Fusion
American duo casi, longtime friends from Spanaway, Washington, are set to release their self‑titled debut album on June 19 through Carpark Records. The record traverses emo, left‑field electronics, underground hip‑hop, and hardcore punk, reflecting a 12‑year creative partnership. Their new single...
Wesley Joseph – Forever Ends Someday
London artist Wesley Joseph releases his debut LP ‘Forever Ends Someday,’ an ambitious, narrative‑driven work that fuses electronic‑infused alt‑R&B with gritty urban storytelling. The album opens with the jolting ‘Distant Man,’ moves through tracks like ‘White Tee’ and ‘If Time...
Debit Announces New Album ‘Potpourri’
Monterrey‑born producer Debit, also known as DJ Delia Beatriz, will release her new album ‘Potpourri’ on June 12 through the electronic imprint NAAFI. The record fuses Latin American rhythmic structures with acid‑house squelch and dub‑inflected atmospheres, delivering kinetic, dance‑floor‑oriented tracks. ‘Potpourri’ follows...
Nation Of Language Cover Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tougher Than The Rest’
Nation Of Language, an indie synth‑pop outfit, has issued a digital cover of Bruce Springsteen’s 1987 track “Tougher Than The Rest.” The rendition, recorded with a vintage Yamaha CS‑80 synthesizer to capture the original’s texture, will later appear as a...
Cruz Beckham Shares New Song ‘Waste Your Pain’
British singer‑songwriter Cruz Beckham has released his new single “Waste Your Pain.” The track, produced by veteran collaborators Justin Raisen and Lewis Pesacov, mixes breezy pop‑edged indie with classic melodic hooks. An accompanying video, shot on his recent tour, playfully references...
Their Library: Tigercub’s Jamie Hall
Tigercub’s new album *Nets To Catch The Wind* draws its title from poet Elinor Wylie and was recorded over nine days at the legendary Rockfield Studios. Produced by Tom Dalgety—who has worked with Royal Blood, Ghost and the Pixies—the record...
CLASH Film #17: Jim Jarmusch, Undertone + California Schemin’
Three new releases are generating buzz in the indie circuit. James McAvoy’s directorial debut “California Schemin’” dramatizes the Scottish rap duo Silibil N’ Brains’ American impersonation, earning a 6/10 rating. Jim Jarmusch returns with the anthology “Father Mother Sister Brother,” a family‑centric...
Bring Me The Horizon To Perform Debut LP ‘Count Your Blessings’ In Full At Outbreak
Bring Me The Horizon will perform their debut album Count Your Blessings in full at the Outbreak festival on July 10, 2026, at Manchester’s B.E.C. Arena, marking the record’s 20th anniversary. The band will debut a deluxe edition, Count Your Blessings | Repented,...
Kibo Drops New Single ‘Red Starz’
London‑based rapper Kibo has released his latest single “Red Starz,” continuing a rapid output streak that began on Jan. 1 with three tracks. The song mixes Eski‑flavoured beats and RnG strings, while its lyrics paint a vivid picture of the city’s...
Lone Returns With ‘Hyperphantasia’ – His First Album in Five Years
British electronic producer Matt Cutler, known as Lone, releases his first full‑length album in five years, titled “Hyperphantasia.” The 16‑track record blends skippy 2‑step, hyper‑pop, rave breaks, and guest vocals from Lou Hayter and Ell Murphy. Lone describes the project...
Kate Nash Shares Powerful Cover Of Sinéad O’Connor’s ‘Famine’
Kate Nash, the British indie‑pop singer with Irish heritage, released a studio cover of Sinéad O’Connor’s 1992 protest song “Famine.” The version adds a new verse and her first‑ever tin whistle solo, following a live debut at London’s Roundhouse. Nash...
Watch Major Lazer Bring Out M.I.A. For ‘Paper Planes’ At Coachella
Major Lazer’s Coachella set turned into a surprise reunion when they brought out M.I.A. to perform her 2008 anthem “Paper Planes.” The guest appearance highlighted the duo’s historic collaboration with Diplo, reviving a partnership that defined a decade of genre‑blending...
Skyla Tylaa Graces KOKO With Amapiano Heaven
South African DJ‑producer Skyla Tylaa sold out London’s iconic KOKO venue on April 10, delivering a genre‑spanning set that fused amapiano, afrobeat, afro‑house and 3‑step. The night opened with Kamo and Lulaz, progressed through AB Dollars and Philou, and continued into the...
Sabrina Carpenter Apologises Following Coachella ‘Zaghrouta’ Incident
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter faced backlash after she failed to recognize an Arabic Zaghrouta cheer from the Coachella crowd. The moment went viral, with some users accusing her of insensitivity and Islamophobia. Carpenter posted a public apology, explaining that she...
Sparklmami Announces Debut Album ‘in This Body’
Chicago singer‑songwriter Sparklmami will drop her debut album ‘in this body’ on June 5 via Verve Records/slowplay. The release is anchored by the new single “no te vayas,” a funk‑infused track with a throwback video featuring Andre Gibson of the Universal...
BRUNHILDE Make Their Return With Latest Single, ‘Rising From The Ashes’
German hard‑rock band Brunhilde has returned with the single “Rising From The Ashes,” a punch‑filled track that blends aggressive riffs, booming drums, and frontwoman Caro Loy’s soaring vocals. Known for electrifying live shows, the group has cultivated a cult following across...
Matt Whataguy Returns With Latest Single, ‘We Weren’t In Love’
Matt Whataguy has dropped his latest single, “We Weren’t In Love,” delivering a burst of post‑punk energy wrapped in gritty acoustics and a pop‑twisted hook. The track’s journal‑entry lyricism captures the shock and uncertainty of a breakup, adding emotional weight...
Alter Egos: Chili Palmer on Lili Curia’s Theatrical High Summer Collection
London‑based footwear label Lili Curia launched its High Summer 2026 collection, a theatrical line inspired by vintage Victorian shoes, 70s clogs and classic dance footwear. The campaign, titled “Everyday Scenes” and shot by photographer‑director Sammy King, frames each design as a character entering everyday...
O’Flynn Shares New Track ‘Kelsier’
British electronic producer O'Flynn is set to release his third album, Kairos, on July 17, 2024, with the new single “Kelsier” leading the rollout. The track, originally sketched during a tour with Bonobo, has been in the works for three...
Jasmín Leans In To Darkness On Club Heater ‘It’s Girls Night’
Dutch‑Argentinian producer Jasmín, known for her debut EP on Hessle Audio, is preparing a two‑track release on Fabric Originals. The full release is slated for May 8, with the lead track “It’s Girls Night” already streaming. She describes the new material...
Everything Happens For A Reason: Ava Joe’s Life Philosophies
British singer‑songwriter Ava Joe, known for candid lyrics and genre‑blending pop, has released her sophomore EP “Big Beautiful Mess”. The record expands on themes of freedom, heartbreak and self‑discovery, drawing from influences ranging from Lady Gaga to Radiohead. Since her debut...
Charlie Vaughan Releases Hazy New Single ‘Don’t Wanna Drive’
English singer‑songwriter Charlie Vaughan has released his new single “Don’t Wanna Drive.” The track blends hazy indie pop melodies with a catchy chorus, reflecting a stripped‑down, dreamy approach. Vaughan, who recently opened for The Backseat Lovers and Hamilton Leithauser on...
Preston Pablo’s ‘Selfish’ Works With Intention
Canadian singer‑songwriter Preston Pablo has dropped his new single “Selfish,” a bass‑driven track that showcases his focus on melody and intentional production. The song follows a series of viral moments that have raised his profile on streaming platforms. Pablo describes...
Pictish Trail’s ‘Life Slime’ Is A Curious Account Of Personal Evolution
Scottish singer‑songwriter Pictish Trail has released his new album “Life Slime” on Fire Records/Lost Map. The record leans into psych‑pop influences, channeling The Beta Band’s adolescent energy while chronicling a personal evolution from a breakup to fresh starts. Produced by...
Alabama Shakes Unleash Timely Single ‘American Dream’
Alabama Shakes have dropped a new single titled “American Dream,” a gritty, socially‑charged track that tackles U.S. economic and health crises. Frontwoman Brittany Howard delivers a raw vocal over a brooding bass line, framing the song as a snapshot of...
Anyma, LISA Combine On Explosive Single ‘Bad Angel’
Italian EDM producer Matteo Milleri, known as Anyma, has dropped the single “Bad Angel” featuring BLACKPINK’s Lisa. The track blends high‑energy EDM, pop‑R&B and digital sound design, and is paired with a striking visual video. It arrives just before Anyma...
Middleman – Following The Ghost
London‑based quartet Middleman has released their debut LP, "Following The Ghost," a nine‑track record that fuses power‑pop vigor with punk’s raw edge. The album builds on the momentum of two acclaimed EPs from 2022 and 2024, channeling influences from Superchunk,...
Next Wave #1180: Lizzie Reid
Lizzie Reid, a rising Scottish singer‑songwriter, is set to release her third solo EP *Undoing* on April 17, following a debut that earned a Scottish Album of the Year nomination and a follow‑up that drew comparisons to Joni Mitchell. The new...
Kelela Returns With Powerful New Single ‘Idea 1’
Ethiopian‑American singer‑songwriter Kelela has dropped her first solo single in three years, "idea 1," produced by Oscar Scheller. The track follows her 2021 album Raven, a 2024 remix collection, and a 2023 jazz reinterpretation, blending ambient, shoegaze, and industrial sounds. Kelela...
Reuben Aziz Returns With ‘Promised Land’
British songwriter Reuben Aziz returns with his new single "Promised Land." The track fuses soulful R&B vocal delivery with hip‑hop‑driven production, showcasing Aziz’s signature pitched‑up style. Produced in collaboration with Caleb, whom Aziz met on Discord, the song emphasizes themes...
Live Report: Richard Ashcroft – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
British singer‑songwriter Richard Ashcroft delivered a sold‑out performance at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro, closing his UK arena tour with a set that blended Verve classics and solo hits. He opened with “Weeping Willow” and “Space And Time,” then moved through fan...
Munki Steps Up With Latest Single ‘Far Away’
Bristol‑based singer‑songwriter Munki has dropped his new single “Far Away,” the lead track from his freshly released EP Four Leaf Clover. The song was captured on the streets of Colombia, featuring a ukulele‑driven arrangement and a collaboration with the local...
Paul Archer Makes His Solo Debut With Latest LP, ‘Art’
Northern Irish singer‑songwriter Paul Archer has launched his solo career with the debut album Art, featuring the new single “No Fear.” Recorded at Nave Studios, the record blends rock arrangements with Archer’s visual art, reflecting themes of uncertainty and renewal....
Next Wave #1178: AmiiFy
Nigerian‑born, London‑based singer‑songwriter AmiiFy (David Tolu Akinrinmade) is set to release his debut EP “Suddenly, Everything’s Changing,” a blend of alternative indie, R&B, folk and lo‑fi. The record was recorded with veteran producer Jake Gosling at Sticky Studios, marking AmiiFy’s...