From the Inbox: 22 Favourites From Around the World (09/14/20)
A new World Record!
Today’s post is officially the world’s longest ‘From the Inbox’ segment ever. With over 20 of my favourite songs from the past week, I’m excited to share with you one of the strongest playlists of the series!
As you may know already, From the Inbox is a weekly round-up of all of my favourite singles from around the world – but mostly from my inbox. Keep sending me music!
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Bahamas – Trick To Happy
Alfie Jurvanen is back. His second bit of new music since 2018’s JUNO winning album Earthtones, the singer-songwriter has shared his groovy and soulful new single “Trick To Happy”, off his newly announced album Sad Hunk, out October 9th. Once again floating between R&B, rock, pop, soul, and folk, “Trick To Happy” is a realists dream song, as he keeps the mood elevated with his soothing voice and sound, while facing the expectation of happiness in life.
Feel happy about hearing this and more on my “Starting Line-Up” playlist on Spotify.
Zooni – Cascara
If you’ve been following my posts, you should already know about “Cascara” from Brighton’s Zooni. The art-rock tune has an eerie resemblance to Radiohead with a unique twist all of their own. It’s slow-burning verses and the ethereal hook of the chorus pulls you in and doesn’t let you go.
JunkBunny – See You In Heaven
This young trio from Texas are sure to make waves pretty damn soon. JunkyBunny released their sophomore EP Down the Rabbit Hole earlier this month, and have shared the new video for “See You In Heaven”. Following a pair of young criminals, the emo-alt rock tune channels the likes of Alkaline Trio, Royal Blood, and hints of ’90s grunge as the song soundtracks a wild getaway. This is just the beginning…
Sad Night Dynamite – Killshot
Speaking of crooks, genre-bending electronic duo Sad Night Dynamite have shared their CCTV-shot music video for “Killshot”. Suspense, voyeurism, and an omnipresent sense of anxiousness complement the lo-fi trip-hop tune. The young pair mix together hip-hop, trap, ambience, and vinyl-diving samples to create a visceral sound that is both familiar and new.
Paul Kalkbrenner – Parachute
German techno veteran Paul Kalkbrenner has released his new song “Parachute”b back in July, continuing his shift from club-ready dance music and into more personal, introspective electronic music. Its slow-burning build, pulsing bass, and soul-touching hook makes for one of the strongest electronica songs of the year. Now, it has a visual partner with the stunning music video shot by the talented Russian filmmaker Taisia Deeva. The song’s powerful presence and angelic feel pairs well for the poignant video.
Kyd the Band – Corridors
With his third EP Season 3: The Realization coming out this October, alternative pop artist Kyd the Band has given another taste of his shape-shifting sound with “Corridors”. Also known as Devin Guisande, the young artist goes on instinct when writing music rather than leaning on influences, although you can still find ties to the likes of The Neighbourhood, Twenty One Pilots, and Mike Posner in his infectious sound. “Corridors” is no different, using his voice and sound to find the will to push forward in life and with his career, providing an uplifting message of resilience alongside the catchy alt-pop tune.
Laur Elle – All That We Didn’t
After a relationship ended less than ideally, indie pop artist Laur Elle wrote “All That We Didn’t” as a way to let go of the past. Its bouncing synthesizers and glowing production combine with her sweeping vocals, as she works through her emotions in song form.
Tyra Jutai – New Shoes
Toronto indie pop artist Tyra Jutai has one of the most unique singing voices. It melts together glistening electro-pop with jazzy indie pop, as if Lana Del Ray was melting over a bright flame. Her new single “New Shoes” celebrates the behind-the-scenes hustle of trying to find your breakthrough moment while balancing the outer aesthetic of stardom.
Dan Diggas with J Warner & Marie Dahlstrom – No Drama
London-based nu-R&B artist Dan Diggas has officially made his debut with “No Drama” featuring vocalist J Warner and producer/label owner Marie Dahlstrom. Its drill-inspired beat takes on a softer appearance with his velvety, R&B vocals as he sings about reconciling things with a past love. Fans of Daniel Caesar, Khalid, and Goldlink will find a place for this love song.
Yukon Blonde – You Were Mine
With their fifth album Vindicator coming out November 13th, Vancouver-based alternative rock group Yukon Blonde continue to shift their sound and redefine their style. Letting instinct take over, their new single “You Were Mine” is a blasting psych-rock tune, gradually letting hints of ’70s and ’80s rock take over as the song explodes into a disco-dance number, making its mark as one of the strongest tracks from the upcoming album.
Gulfer – Heat Waves
Montreal alt-punk group Gulfer are set to release their new, self-titled album on October 16th. The band’s first single “Forget (Friendly)” found its way onto the From the Inbox playlist not too long ago, so its only fitting their latest single “Heat Waves” follows suit. With their sharp blend of emo rock, punk, and shoegaze, the new single explores the theme of putting on a performance when interacting with people and closing off from your true self. It’s strong rock musicality contrasts with the melancholic vocals and lyrics, giving it a bitter-sweet feel.
Marigolds+Monsters – Falling Out of Rhythm
With a solid career as a acclaimed songwriter for the likes of Blink-182, Dance Gavin Dance, Manchester ORchestra, Vic Mensa, Machine Gun Kelly, and much more, Matt Malpass has taken on a solo journey of his own as Marigold+Monsters. With his debut album Glow out on October 16th, Malpass has premiered his new single ‘Falling Out Of Rhythm”.
Featuring longtime collaborators Tilian and Travis Barker, the new single is a punchy electro-pop track with hints of Passion Pit, Owl City, and new-age Blink-182.
Listen to it on repeat on “Starting Line-Up”.
DEADLETTER – Fit For Work
South London-via-Yorkshire post-punk group DEADLETTER live for the chaotic energy of art and music. Their new single “Fit For Work” is a perfect example, mixing together interactive call-and-response, antiestablishmentarianism, and furious post-punk choruses that border on noise-rock. It’s hypnotic, vigourous and damn-right captivating.
Stephen Becker – Clean
Originally perfomrming under the name Trees Take Ease, Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Stephen Becker is releasing a solo EP on October 30th. His new single “Clean” returns to his bedroom-pop stylings with subtle synthesizers and lo-fi drum machine percussion provides a subtle foundation for his airy vocals to sweep across, as he sings about the struggle to let go from technology and social media.
Sameer Cash – Stay In Touch
Toronto-based singer-songwriter Sameer Cash dropped his debut album This City on Friday, and just before the release, shared his new music video for “Stay In Touch”. His anthemic rock n’ roll sound takes on different levels, taking on hints of Bryan Adams, Neil Young, Arcade Fire, and Paul Simon to deliver powerful and thoughtful music about life, relationships, and one’s place in the world – “Stay In Touch” being no exception.
Lauriel Inc. – Zoned Out
This is probably one name you haven’t heard of yet, but will hopefulyl be hearing more from. Lauriel Inc. (or Lauriel Lewis to her friends and family), is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter mixing together indie pop with R&B and soul. After leaving a religious upbringing to pursue music, her debut single “Zoned Out” is an ode to beginning of her journey, borrowing elements of Jhene Aiko, H.E.R. and beabadoobee.
Arch Echo – To The Moon
These guys are pretty cool.
Progressive metal 5-piece Arch Echo fuse together metal, jazz, electronic, and virtuosic arrangements for fast-firing instrumental metal.
Driven by melody, hectic time signatures and impressive all-around chemistry, their new single “To The Moon” is a wicked sample from their upcoming EP Story I, out on October 2nd. Bands like Three Trapped Tigers, Mutiny On the Bounty, and Gallops come to mind as they take turns ripping wild solos and taking the songs melodic foundation to new angles with each breakdown.
Sir Woman – Can’t Stay Mad
As a long time fan of Austin indie folk ensemble Wild Child, I was excited to hear co-lead vocalist Kelsey Wilson was embarking on a solo a career under the moniker Sir Woman. Her debut album Bitch EP is out on October 16th and you can enjoy her angelic and Texan-soul sound on the groovy new single “Can’t Stay Mad”. It’s got a taste of disco, R&B, and percussive indie rock to fill in the gaps.
Pa Salieu – My Family ft BackRoad Gee
As the UK grime and drill scene continues to evolve, young artists are paving a new way of hard-hitting gangster rap. Pa Salieu is one of those names, making a name for himself in just 9 months. The Coventry-based rapper only has a small handful of tracks out, but the 22-year old is already leaving a heavy dent in the London-scene. His new single “My Family” is another fresh take on the genre; with its gritty drill beat and the punching flow of Pa and BackStreet, its hard to resist the song’s energy.
You can find this on my “Starting Line-Up” Spotify playlist.
Yukkon – Fish Feet
Los Angeles based artist Yukkon fell into my inbox this past week with his new single “Fish Feet”. It’s a glossy, psychedelic indie rock tune to the likes of Tame Impala, Vactioner, and Phoenix, bringing out the synthesizers, effects, and crystallized hooks for a euphoric tune inspired by the great outdoors.
Leila Sunier – Everyone
Emerging indie artist Leila Sunier has a colourful way of blending together indie pop, folk, and rock. On her new single “Everyone”, her bright voice carries a delicateness to it that is added to a backsplash of guitars, bass, keys, and vocal effects as she sings about being young and reckless on Saturday nights. While it doesn’t feel like a drinking song, it certainly is a lot of fun when she sings “Do another, do another, I feel so much better when I do another” before heading into the chorus.
Jumpei Kamiya – Bubble ft. Yuga
I’ve been discovering more and more artists from Japan recently, including electronic multi-instrumentalist Jumpei Kamiya. His debut solo album Jumpei Kamiya with… was recorded during lockdown in the spring. Recorded from separate homes, Kamiya and his close musical circle sent over arrangements to build what would become the album. Included in the release is the atmospheric, experimental track “Bubble” featuring fellow Japanese vocalist Yuga. It’s eerie, slow-burning demeanour is brought to life by Yuga’s haunting vocals and Kamiya’s percussion-centered production.
