The follow-up to previous offering ‘No Need To Be Shy’, Faye Meana continues to blend nostalgic tropes with future-facing experimentalism on this latest offering. Self-produced by Meana, ‘On & On’ is a punchy, 80s-inflected jam with a heavy synth pop bassline set against the backdrop of modern R&B. Venting about relationship frustrations, she turns anger into joy with this energetic production and a mesmerising vocal that’s wrapped in romanticism.

Speaking of the inspiration behind the single, Faye Meana explains – “I wrote ‘On & On’ as a light take on those times in a relationship where you find yourself in an endless cycle of arguments and misunderstandings with your partner. The grudges that keep forming take over your thoughts and you feel like only a miracle would be able to bring you both back together.

“Instead of matching the production to the somberness of the lyrics, I wanted it to best match my “it is what it is” mentally when it comes to this type of thing. So I channelled my inner 80s synth pop to make the best out of a not so great time.”

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The follow-up to last year’s retro cut ‘Stuck In The Middle’, Meana’s latest offering is sensual and haunting, and shines a light on her sometimes brutal honesty. Bringing enviable confidence, the rising artist tightropes between romance and nostalgia as her tender vocals weave seamlessly through the track’s spellbinding soundscape. Self-produced by Meana, ‘No Need To Be Shy’ experiments with punchy synths and brooding hues that reinforce the track’s upfront messaging, and paves the way for more material set to follow later this year.

Speaking of the single, Faye Meana explains – “No Need Be Shy is about my sometimes brutal honesty. I never act out of reason however if someone asks for my opinion on something then I will say the truth about it. Throughout my life, I have come across a lot of people who ask for honesty, but don’t want it.”

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T R U V O N N E – ‘Honest’
Alternative R&B artist T R U V O N N E has enlightened our souls with her captivating new offering ‘Honest’. Transcendent vocals meet an atmospheric soundscape on this truly unique release.

ALIAH – ‘I Want You’
ALIAH’s sensual new release ‘I Want You’ truly tantalises the senses with its glistening synths and intimate vocals. Inspired by the feeling of being ghosted by a potential new love interest, the track combines an intensely laid-back soundscape with a relatable message delving into how she felt after six days of no communication with someone she thought there was a spark with.

Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet – ‘How Could I’
Still residing as BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year, Ríoghnach Connolly’s taste for musical adventure remains eclectic and adventurous as ever. Along with her companion players, Honeyfeet, they collectively drive a broad terrain of musical textures from esoteric protest songs to foot-tapping and floor-thumping dance rhythms on their new album It’s Been A While Buddy.

Adée – ‘Call My Mom’ featuring Kirsten Joy
After captivating us with a broad and adventurous array of releases these last few years, including her breakthrough single ‘World On Fire’ featuring on the soundtrack to the hit Netflix series Gentified, Swedish artist Adée has now returned to deliver her heartfelt new offering ‘Call My Mom’.

Evie Asio – ‘Love Is Low’
Creating a journey through sounds and words is at the centre of Evie Asio’s musical world. In the same way that every good story cannot be fully digested in one read, she draws on decades of genres and artistic influences to evoke something that is multi-layered and complex in feeling. Evie Asio has just dropped her alternative soul and jazz track ‘Love is Low’.

Faye Meana – ‘Stuck In The Middle’
London-based singer, songwriter and producer Faye Meana is a blossoming talent with a modern take on pop and RnB. For her latest single, ‘Stuck In The Middle’, Faye unveils a classy, undeniably captivating 80s-influenced affair.

Caylene – ‘Don’t Take It Personal’
23-year-old, Australia-based talent Caylene makes music beyond her years, channelling the vibes of artists including Tinashe, Doja Cat and Justine Skye. After captivating us with a string of alluring releases since making her debut in 2019, Caylene has now returned to deliver her heartfelt new offering ‘Don’t Take It Personal’ – an empowering track destined to resonate with listeners all across the globe.

Tawiah – ‘Child’
Lose yourself in the soulful world of singer-songwriter Tawiah’s poignant second album, Ertha, created in collaboration with artist Al Moore. Ertha is a concept album, created collaboratively through a process of storytelling and musical interpretation.

Bugeye – ‘Signs & Exits’
Queer alternative rock band Bugeye release their latest single ‘Signs & Exits’, produced by Paul Tipler (Elastica, Clockwork, Barnes Courtney, Placebo). Hailing from Croydon, London, the band is quickly getting a name for themselves, serving up catchy hooks, dirty guitar riffs and sizzling synths.

t.RUTH – ‘I Don’t Need To Be Saved’
Homegrown Irish artist Ruth Brosnan is well-versed in the art of anthemic productions. Following the development of an uplifting pop-packed catalogue of sonic goodness, the rising songstress now seeks to uncover a more raw, direct style of storytelling. Armed with a new take on infectious pop productions and of course her signature 80’s infused sound, Ruth now returns to the spotlight with ‘I Don’t Need To Be Saved’, effortlessly transitioning into her newest moniker t.RUTH.

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