Millie Mountain – Inside Out

Following the critical success of her 2024 debut album Fugitive of the Mind, which Jazz FM’s Tony Minvielle praised as a “competitor for album of the year” and featuring the BBC Radio 6-championed single Pink & Blue, Millie Mountain returns with her latest single, Inside Out. The London-based artist continues her fearless exploration of love, loss, and self-discovery, drawing on her signature blend of Neo-Soul, Jazz/Funk, and R&B.

Inside Out is a raw, poetic track written by Millie and composed by longtime collaborator Stuart Whitehead. Recorded live at Hope Mill Studios in Manchester with her four-piece jazz band Still Waters, the single reflects on the unravelling of a relationship, highlighting emotional imperfections and the blindness love can sometimes bring. Millie explains, “It’s about loving and leaving, about choosing yourself and your health.”

At just 25, Millie Mountain is fast becoming a standout voice in UK Soul and Jazz. Known for her versatility and fearless experimentation, she has received support from BBC Introducing’s Jess Iszatt and featured on platforms like Reprezent, Hoxton Radio, and Voices Radio. Live, she’s no stranger to major stages, performing at Moovin Jazz Fest, supporting Sy Smith at Jazz Café, and touring with The Mouse Outfit alongside icons like Sister Sledge and UB40.

The press imagery for Inside Out is a visual metaphor for emotional contradiction featuring torn raincoats, clown-like makeup, and her whimsical alter ego, Jeanie.’ It’s all part of Millie’s ongoing mission to push artistic boundaries and embrace vulnerability as strength.

“Inside Out blends late-night cool with inner city grit and marks Millie Mountain as one to watch.”

Her style defies easy classification. Millie’s music draws inspiration from artists like Ella Fitzgerald, Erykah Badu, Stevie Wonder, and even Courtney Love, but ultimately fuses influences into something uniquely her own. Often compared vocally to Amy Winehouse, Millie notes, “I love blending all of the artists who have inspired me to date and subconsciously creating my own fusion and sound.”

Inside Out marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, with more singles and live shows on the way. Millie’s goal is simple: to keep creating, sharing, and connecting. “All I want to do is travel the world doing what I love, creating music and sharing it with people to enjoy.”

As her fanbase continues to grow, so too does her impact “Inside Out” is yet another reminder that Millie Mountain is not just one to watch, but one to listen to, feel with, and believe in.

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Moniah – Sweet Escape

Born and raised in London, Moniah is an emerging artist recognized for her introspective lyricism and genre-blending sound. Inspired by artists such as Billie Eilish, Hope Tala, Raye, and Cat Burns, her music explores themes of self-expression, freedom, and authenticity.

Moniah’s passion for music ignited at a young age; by the time she was nine, she was already singing and writing her own songs. However, it was in 2017 that she took a significant step forward by participating in songwriting bootcamps and retreats, which greatly enhanced her skills and refined her craft.

Some notable highlights of Moniah’s emerging career include having four singles featured on various radio stations, such as BBC 1Xtra, BBC 6 Music, Croydon FM, Hoxton Radio, and No Signal Radio. In addition, she has received support from several music outlets, including Dummy Mag, Wordplay Magazine, Niji Magazine, We Plug Good Music, and Atwood Magazine, among others.

After solidifying her presence as a skilled R&B artist, Moniah has chosen to embrace a more indie-oriented style in her latest single, Sweet Escape. Produced by Tim Blok, this track delves into themes of breaking free from societal pressures, pursuing love, and fully embracing the present moment.

Fueled by melancholy-infused guitar chords that blend seamlessly with an infectious upbeat rhythm, Sweet Escape is both beautiful and deeply emotional. Moniah’s rich vocals add an extra layer of sentimentality to the melody. Together, these perfectly balanced elements create a compelling sense of liberation and escape.

“Sweet Escape is a powerful expression of freedom, showcasing a sonic breakthrough filled with raw, unfiltered passion.”

With a fresh perspective and only upward momentum ahead, Moniah continues to carve her path through exciting new artistic directions. In the meantime, this talented newcomer is gearing up to release her debut EP in spring 2025, a project that can’t come soon enough.

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Louisa Rowley – To Be Me

Based in Southeast England, 24-year-old singer-songwriter Louisa Rowley skillfully blends traditional blues, soul, and jazz with contemporary arrangements. This unique fusion creates a sound that resonates with both seasoned and new fans alike. Rowley’s influences are diverse, drawing inspiration from icons such as Amy Winehouse, Elvis Presley, Stephen Sanchez, and Bonnie Raitt.

Following the success of her previous single, A Peaceful Retirement, which garnered over 7,000 streams since its February release, Rowley presents To Be Me. This track stands out for its heartfelt and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of her emotional journey.

In To Be Me, Louisa Rowley delves into a deeply personal theme that many can relate to. Written just months before her autism diagnosis at age 23, the song highlights the challenges faced by individuals, particularly women, living with autism. Rowley uses this track to share her own experiences and shed light on the broader difficulties of navigating life with this condition.

Produced by Richard Marc, To Be Me seamlessly blends classic and modern elements, featuring Marc’s bluesy chords alongside Louisa Rowley’s ukulele. The track’s slow tempo and captivating guitar hook create a mesmerizing ambience, enhanced by jazzy instrumentation and Rowley’s enchanting vocals. It’s the perfect song to close your eyes and immerse yourself in its rich, absorbing sound.

“To Be Me is a compelling musical gem, marked by gifted vocals and a profound message“.

As the second single from Louisa Rowley’s upcoming debut EP, To Be Me highlights her exceptional talent and emotional depth. With these two impressive releases, anticipation for the full EP is already building.

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Chloe and the Butlers – Back to the Drawing Board

During the first 3 or 5 seconds of the song, so many things have already happened musically that they set a bar – and the standards for modern funk – extremely high. Their reference albums might be from the golden era of 60s and 70s Motown, but they sound nothing nostalgic or a ”pastiche” as great songs just always seem, feel and appear as current – ”Back to the Drawing Board” is no exception.

Chloe’s sound – what a voice! – has become so refined by listening to, examining and forming her own musical artistic thesis – maybe subconsciously – based on the very best of the best, like Aretha (Franklin) and Marvin Gaye but to me, her powerhouse vocals remind me more of James Brown’s almost brutal energy and charisma that’s nearly impossible to capture, than let’s say Gladys Knight or other female soul ”royals”.

That detail for instance made me convinced as their new fan that I am witnessing the artistic and musical growth of something way above the meridian – if their first single is this good, what on earth will they be releasing next? The bass is played with gusto, the drumming is magical and thanks to Chloe’s vocal presence the verse is equally satisfying as the chorus, stylish bridge and the lead guitar solo towards the end. The song kind of ”fades out” to the starting point, making the journey reach full circle and ready to start over played on repeat.

”Essex now has its own soul regals. Chloe and the Butlers are baptized in Motown but deliver modern powerhouse-voice fueled sacramental musicianship.”

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Megzz – Love Tonight

Hailing from Northamptonshire, Megzz is quickly making a name for herself in the UK’s indie scene with her unapologetically honest lyricism, delivered through the captivating sounds of R&B, pop, and Neo-soul.

Since her debut, Megzz has garnered praise and accolades from industry experts, including Earmilk, GQ Magazine, NME, BBC Introducing, and AMEX, which recognized her as one of their top 6 unsigned artists in 2022. Megzz also starred as one of the main subjects in the Amazon Prime documentary ‘Unsigned,’ which chronicled her AMEX experience. 

In the months that followed, Megzz continued to rise, earning her first award as Pop Artist of the Year at the Local Music Awards, securing her first Radio 1 play, and performing at her first major festival, All Points East. She capped off the year by releasing her latest EP, Through The Motions, in September 2023.

Jump ahead to August 2024, and Megzz makes a triumphant return with her new track, Love Tonight. This refreshing tune moves away from the cliché of romantic love, instead celebrating friendship and platonic connections. With this song, Megzz encourages listeners to recognize and cherish the love that already surrounds them, reminding us that love comes in many different forms.

Driven by pulsating beats and soothing guitar tones, Love Tonight shines with its irresistible production. Megzz’s harmonious vocals add a layer of emotional depth, making this track a memorable celebration of love.

Love Tonight by Megzz offers a heartwarming pop experience, expertly balancing enchanting production with sincere, heartfelt songwriting.

After a standout year in 2023, Megzz is determined to maintain her impressive momentum, proving that her accolades and awards are well-deserved. Will she surpass the many milestones she achieved last year? Keep an eye on this talented newcomer to find out.

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Sam Cooke – Somebody’s Gonna Miss Me

Sam Cooke is known and recognised as one of the most influential soul artists of all time, earning him the nickname The King of Soul. He is best known for hits including What A Wonderful World, A Change Is Gonna Come and Bring It On Home.

During his tragically short 8-year career, Cooke released 29 singles that charted in the Billboard Top 40 Charts, and 20 that charted in the Top 10. In 1964 he was shot and killed by the manager of a motel in Los Angeles. After his death, an inquest and investigation ruled his death was a justifiable homicide.

Cooke is included on Billboard’s list of the 35 greatest R&B artists of all time. Two years before he died in 1962 he released the album Twistin’ The Night Away which contained the single of the same name. The single peaked at number one on the R&B chart and number 6 on the UK singles chart. The song was recorded with the infamous Wrecking Crew as session musicians.

Track 4 on this album was a little-known track ‘Somebody’s Gonna Miss Me’ an upbeat number complete with trumpets, a honky tonk style piano and Cooke’s trademark soul yearnings.

The Daydream Club – Somebody’s Gonna Miss Me

Fast forward to 2024, and Leicester duo The Daydream Club has chosen to rework this little-known track to make it their own.

Their version is rooted in their trademark boy-and-girl harmonies, which sound sublime paired with their stripped-back, acoustic arrangement. Paula Pickering’s honeyed vocals hug your ear lobes joyously.

The Daydream Club have transformed Cooke’s big band, club track into an intimate and deeply personal voice note, something you might leave a loved one. The repeating refrain “I know you’re gonna miss me” is as much confidence as insecurity.

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George Rose – Soul Connection

Right from the offset, the track introduces itself with a strong sense of rhythm and melody. The dreamy synthesizers cascade and allow for the simple – but nonetheless irresistible – bass line to fashion a robust rhythmic feel. Before long, the lyric cuts into the soundscape – “only you understand the traumatic lust under my skin” – evoking themes of romantic dependency with the protagonist longing for a sense of emotion or feeling.

The track itself is partly influenced by Rose’s own experience with ASD and how it can affect and distract from different parts of everyday life, with fascination and distraction being rooted within the artistry of ‘Soul Connection’.

Clocking in at five minutes, ‘Soul Connection’ makes no apology for the artistic license it takes in exploring different feels and genres to create a distinctive aura and feeling – this is one of my favourite aspects of the song. The experimental synthesizers, drum machines, and guitar lines would individually be labelled with different styles – but by bringing them together produces something that feels as unique as it does exciting. The best example of this unfolds as the track draws to an impressive climax for the final chorus. Guitars wail with captivating harmonies whilst the sonic landscape melts away into an experimental vastness, reminiscent of Kraftwerk or Brian Eno.

The authenticity within ‘Soul Connection’ is another aspect that makes it feel so compelling. The way George has masterfully woven his personal experiences into something that feels relatable builds upon his adept ability to be as innovative as possible, and this is something he should be admired for.

‘Soul Connection’ is a sensational pop soundscape, offering an innovative take on an array of genres with heartfelt storytelling.

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Cerulean Creek – Sentimental Colors

Hailing from California, he has blended the nuanced feel of jazz guitar and contemporary attitudes of alternative indie artists to craft a whole new aura that feels as soulful as it does melodic.

Setting the scene with its chic chord progressions, the track builds a gentle atmosphere. The sound is then carried forward with its melodic Rhodes and lively drum beats which set the stall out for the track to shine. Cutting through the airwaves, the vocal top lines where ‘Sentimental Colours’ really gives its finest moments.

The melodies and harmonies give the track its swagger and attitude which keeps the track engaging and stimulating. At its forefront, ‘Sentimental Colors’ explores themes of uncertainty and wonder while dealing with emotional discomfort and overwhelm. It’s refreshing to hear different themes and perspectives introduced in this genre, as it has a historical tendency to become saturated with love and heartbreak. By taking this creative license, Cerulean Creek has not only demonstrated his ability to weave different genres together but also to show such creative emotional intelligence.

It’s really interesting to hear how having such a multifaceted set of influences fuse together in order to produce something that has such a captivating feel. In my time I’ve heard plenty of jazz guitarists – and more than my fair share of indie bands – but never had the pleasure of listening to someone who’s had the artistry to produce an amalgamation of the two. If Thom Yorke formed an indie sleaze band with Jamiroquai and Tom Misch – you’d have something pretty close to the brilliance of Cerulean Creek… That’s a legendary set of influences to set a musical benchmark. Every note, beat and chord is delivered with an astute contextual finesse and shows how ‘Sentimental Colors’ is both artistically mature and creatively exciting. Cerulean Creek is going to be a very interesting one to watch!

‘Sentimental Colors’ is a sensational example of indie jazz pop, honing in with Cerulean Creek’s chic guitar skills and sophisticated sense of rhythm.

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Emily Fields – Always Be My Almost

Since releasing her debut single in 2022, Fields has gone from strength to strength and has now released her most heart-wrenching effort yet.

The only way for me to start this post is by saying that ‘Always Be My Almost’ has to be one of the most beautiful songs I have heard this year. The way the remorse for a time gone by pours out of the leading piano lines before the tension builds elegantly to reach the silky heights of its chorus is mesmerizing. The track blends together in the most enchanting of fashions with its string arrangements and melancholic piano lines. Fields possesses a unique way with words as it seems she leaves no letter unturned when it comes to telling a story that’s not only brim-filled with emotion but equally as gripping and immersive. For this reason, it’s hard to pick out a single ‘standout’ moment in the track as each lyric is as strong as the next – be it the despairing narration of the verses or the heart-wrenching retrospect of the chorus… “You will always be my almost, what I wanted was forever.”

One of my favourite aspects of this single is the way it continues to grow and add emotion until the final belt of the chorus. It could have been quite easy to make this a simple four-minute piano ballad – drifting from one section into the other punctuated only by chord changes – but Fields is much more interesting than that and has crafted a record that is engaging, exciting, and heartbreaking. You can almost feel the pain and agony that has been woven into each chord and each lyric – and that’s what makes this song so beautiful. It would only be fair to link ‘Always Be My Almost’ to some of the great names in music history – if Adele recorded this, there would be no doubt about it flying off the shelves and breaking streaming records. Emily Fields is one to watch – mark my words.

‘Always Be My Almost’ is a heartwrenching ballad to the one that got away, crafted with a hefty dose of heartbreak and a soul-filled edge.

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Rose Fall – Human

Based in Los Angeles, Rose draws inspiration from her Senegalese American heritage, infusing her music with elements of English and Wolof. Known for her lyric-driven songwriting, Rose channels her personal experiences into “Human,” crafting a poignant reflection on the complexities of human emotions.

From the opening lines, accompanied by the gentle chirping of birds, “Human” sets a contemplative tone that resonates throughout the track. As the instrumentation swells and recedes, Rose’s vocals take centre stage, conveying a sense of intimacy and vulnerability. Moments of introspection are underscored by a subtle sub-bass, while the haunting reverberations of reversed guitar picking evoke feelings of nostalgia and reflection.

“Accept an invitation to a soul-stirring journey of self-exploration and empathy, weaving a tapestry of emotions with each captivating note.”

Produced in collaboration with Victor Franco, a skilled producer hailing from Brazil, “Human” boasts a cosy and intimate sound that invites listeners to delve deep into their own soul-searching. Franco’s expertise, honed through collaborations with acclaimed artists such as Hope Tala, Jacob Collier, and Lawrence, adds depth and polish to Rose’s DIY approach.

“Human” is a track best savoured during quiet moments of reflection, whether gazing out of a window on public transport or drifting through the labyrinth of one’s thoughts. It serves as a poignant reminder of the universal struggles and triumphs that define the human experience, offering solace and understanding to all who listen.

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