The great music just keeps coming!
Below is an eclectic mix of five new releases that we are vibing with right now.
1. Youthless – MELÓ (EP)
London, UK based, Canadian/Hungarian artist, MELÓ is passionate about writing music about her most authentic vulnerabilities.
At just 20 years old, MELÓ has played at some notable venues all around the world and since moving to the UK, has played at venues including Amersham Arms and the Moustache Bar.
Influenced by artists such as Hayley Williams, Beabadoobee, No Doubt, Lorde, Daniel Caesar and Wolf Alice, has developed her storytelling style of music through her first three single releases and now brings us her debut EP release, ‘Youthless’.
The story behind ‘Youthless’ is one of growing up too quickly as an outcome of mental health and manipulation.. about acknowledging the pain and toxicity of the environment and then accepting the past to allow her to move forward.
“Growing up I was always told to smile more from people who couldn’t accept that I was no longer the bubbly five-year-old kid I once was. I started making jokes about how ironic I found this comment, as people who know me well, know that I am a fairly smiley person to be around, it’s just that I can no longer fake a smile when I’m not happy. I’m on a journey to accept the hurt, alongside the happy and that is truly what the EP ‘Youthless,’ is about.”
Listening through the tracks on the EP, you will be taken on an emotional journey through songs that feature acoustic sounds, mixed with those more electronic soundscapes.. every song highlights the smooth and alluring vocals of MELÓ.
You will find yourself completely absorbed in the music of MELÓ.
You can find more of MELÓ at:
Website – https://iammelomusic.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/iammelomusic
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbADcflFRCk3Sm-a1_Qsjg
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/iammelomusic
You can listen to ‘Youthless’ below:
2. Mountaineer – Arliston
The three piece London, UK based band, Arliston, consists of genre and location diverse artists Jordi, Jack and George.
Influenced by the likes of Big Red Machine, Bon Iver, and Damien Rice, the band have released their second single of the year, ‘Mountaineer’.
‘Mountaineer’ is a metaphor for that moment where you discover there is no return.. a metaphor of having to cut a loved one loose in order to save yourself.. unpacking the complexities of the shame and necessity of taking action.
“Watching that movie “Touching the Void”, I couldn’t shake the enormity of what those guys went through, of being in that position and having to make that kind of decision.” Jack
The beautiful piano ballad joins stunning vocals with the combination of electric drum pads, beats and synthesizers to create a depth of emotion within the song that will have you reflecting on your own moment of no return.
You can find more of Arliston at:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/officialarliston
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/officialarliston
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgTqIelyfvc-NdnqErYReyQ
You can listen to ‘Mountaineer’ below:
3. You Don’t Know – Pacific (EP)
Championed by Manchester United, the UK based four piece rock band, Pacific consist of brothers and songwriters Anthony Orzel (Vocals/Piano) and Daniel Orzel (Synths/Bass/Backing Vocals), Dave Bithell (Guitars) and Drew Burns (Drums/Percussion).
Following the success of their 2021 singles, ‘Puzzle’, ‘Alibi’ and ‘Spiral’, the band have now released their debut EP, ‘You Don’t Know’.. A pop/indie rock EP filled with catchy and anthemic songs and combined with songs that will pull on your heartstrings.. Listening to the EP will inspire and revitalise.
“In our debut EP, we aim to deliver a proper introduction to the band, hoping to solve the “Puzzle” that “You Don’t Know” us just yet…! We strive to bring exactly what you’d hear from a Pacific live set. 6 relentless tracks, with nothing held back. For those who don’t know us, we wish after listening to this, you feel suitably acquainted with our sound. We’re different to the typical indie outfits right now, bringing arena-sized anthems behind a piano. We strive to write memorable music that stays with you for days after listening. We hope this EP stays true to that.”
The EP also includes a reimagined version of Elton John’s ‘I’m Still Standing’.
As you listen to Pacific’s EP, ‘You Don’t Know’ you will be surrounded by the feel of high energy and vibrancy with upbeat drum lines, alluring synth sounds and catchy guitar and bass lines.. The EP is a great addition to your playlists.
You can find more of Pacific at:
Website – http://www.pacificofficial.com
Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pacificofficial
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/pacificofficial
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/pacificofficial
You can listen to ‘You Don’t Know’ below:
4. Every Excuse – Jesabel
At 27 years of age, US based singer/songwriter, Jesabel has rediscovered her passion for music and creativity, having released four singles over the 2021 year.
Jesabel always loved music, however, felt limited by her crippling fear of performing in front of others.. As life progressed and her focus became on family, she felt that a piece of her was unfulfilled. Hearing Kacey Musgraves say “I wanna know what it feels like up there. Doing that freely and with an open heart.”, Jesabel decided to re-spark that passion that she knew was inside her.
Since the decision to follow her passions, she has had all engines firing, releasing her fourth single of 2021 and with no intent on slowing down.
“I’m a big believer in growth, and I know growth happens when we make ourselves uncomfortable. It was time for me, during this dark phase of my life, to get uncomfortable so I could bloom. Make my own light”
Jesabel’s latest single, ‘Every Excuse’, was inspired by the dissolving of a friendship and comes from a place of anger and hurt.
The percussive rhythm of the song, combined with the acoustic guitar sound and Jesabel’s warm vocals will immediately lure you in to listen intently to what the song is trying to say and have you bopping along to the beat.
You can find more of Jesabel at:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/jesabelmusic
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChN3xuqrtRBH1hqZkNNMf9Q
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jesabelmusic
You can listen to ‘Every Excuse’ below:
5. Without Me – Blue Walker
UK based, Scottish singer/songwriter, Blue Walker launched her solo project in May 2021 with her first single release.
Mixed and produced by Jon Azopardi and mastered by Alan Lowes at Airtight Studios in Manchester, Blue Walker is back with her second single, ‘Without Me’.
The track is extremely personal and vulnerable.. It dives into a lot of the trauma that Blue Walker experienced as a child and explores how she navigated her journey from then until now. She acknowledges that it’s ok to cut ties with the people that don’t appreciate you.
Listening to the emotional song, straight away you will be swept up by the sound of the acoustic guitar and the stunning vocals of Blue Walker, including the gorgeous natural trills in her voice. As the track progresses, the subtle harmonies lift the song to a whole new level of passion.
This is a raw and emotional track that will have you feeling so connected, inspired and supported.
You can find more of Blue Walker at:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/bluewalkermusic
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bluewalkermusic
You can listen to ‘Without Me’ below:
Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.