ON a hunt for new music? Look no further, we’ve got you covered. This week’s New Music Radar features Aaron Smith, Quiche, The War on Drugs, MICHELLE Pa Salieu and more. , Aaron Smith ‘Nocturnal’
Following a stand-out performance at TRNSMT last weekend, Aaron Smith has unveiled a stunning new single ‘Nocturnal’. Known for his deeply confessional, heart-on-sleeve ballads, the new song is another moving reflection on mental health and connection, his beautiful vocals surrounded by a piano melody and echoing female harmonies.
Quiche ‘End Of The World’
With their final gig taking place at Stereo next week on 24th September, Quiche have unveiled their final track and it’s a beauty. Aptly titled ‘End Of The World’, it encapsulates everything we’ve grown to love about this brilliantly creative outfit – big, glistening walls of harmonies are surrounded by wavy guitar lines and fluorescent soundscapes. Paying homage to ‘Currents-era Tame Impala, this is psychedelia in full bloom. Of course, there’s a moving sense of finality to the track – but the six-piece make sure they go out on an almighty high.
Porij ‘Can’t Stop’
Porij’s new EP ‘Baby Face’ arrives today and it features this deliriously infectious track ‘Can’t Stop’. Dance music for the mind and the feet, the song is intelligent and infectious – bleeping and blopping with UK Garage influences and synthetic pop smarts.
Snail Mail ‘Valentine’
Lindsey Jordan aka Snail Mail has announced the follow-up to her beloved album ‘Lush’ – ‘Valentine’ comes out on 5th November and is led by its crushing title track. Jordan lays out the unsteady dynamics of a relationship over cinematic synths; her voice sounding deeper and grittier than before as the song bursts to life, guitars crashing and power pop melodies swelling in her heartbreak.
Pa Salieu ‘Lit’
Pa Salieu has dropped a new EP today called ‘Afrikan Rebel’ – a new project that sees him fully embrace his African heritage and link up with Nigerian talents Tay Iwar, Zlatan and Obongjayar. Leaning into Afrobeat as well as his grime influences, ‘Lit’ is the high-energy closer and packs a huge punch.
The War on Drugs ‘I Don’t Live Here Anymore’
‘I Don’t Live Here Anymore,” is the title track from The War On Drugs’ next album, out October 29th via Atlantic Records. Featuring backing vocals from Lucius, it harks back to classic rock in all the best ways – gloriously unsubtle and packed with majestic hooks.
Talk Show ‘Underworld’
Self-described as a new statement of intent, Talk Show are back and in exhilarating form on ‘Underworld’. Drawing from the worlds of punk, industrial and electronica, it’s a track that finds them breaking new ground while retaining the jagged nature of their previous material. Driven by a killer bass line, it’s unrelenting and wholly invigorating.
MICHELLE ‘Syncopate’
NYC collective MICHELLE have announced the release of a new album called ‘After Dinner We Talk Dreams’, kicking off their new era with the brilliant ‘Syncopate’. A song about desire, it’s wonderfully layered with those warm, impeccable harmonies at the centre of it all.
TV Priest ‘Lifesize’
Following on from the release of their acclaimed debut album ‘Uppers’, TV Priest have jolted back to life with the incendiary ‘Lifesize’. Utterly visceral from start to finish, the band raise their game with an onslaught of guttural lead singles, pounding drums and grinding, reverb-heavy guitars. Recorded for Sub Pop Singles Club, Vol. 6, it’s an enthralling return.
The Katuns ‘The Holiday’
Set to play Isle of Wight this weekend, West Lothian outfit are setting themselves up nicely with the release of ‘The Holiday’. Recorded by Jamie Holmes, the track is an infectious slice of indie rock with galloping drums, wiry guitar lines and strong lead vocals – brimming with hooks and energy.
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