Indie Quick Picks -featuring Julian Lamadrid, Pretty Happy, Amber Liu, Greyson Chance, Wolf Alice and Etaoin

Julian Lamadrid

Genre: Alternative pop

Bio: Mexican singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Julian Lamadrid has released his new single ‘15 Minutes’. Lamadrid co-produced the new song along with Paul Meany.

Track: 15 Minutes

Why We Like It: It’s a souped-up pop tune that is sure to have you up and dancing within seconds. This catchy alternative pop track oozes chic, crisp production, dazzling electronics and infectious melodies. The track bounces along a groove infested foundation as shuffling rhythms and funky guitars glimmer between a hyper synth soundscape. It’s easy to get lost within the many layers, and tones within this song as Lamadrid spreads clap-along features between swirling sounds and flashing disco elements to create an intoxicating new single to listen to. Filled with lush melodies, smooth vocals and intricately weaved instrumentation, ‘15 Minutes’ is a euphoric sassy gem from Lamadrid. 

You can follow Julian Lamadrid on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/JulianLamadridOfficial

Watch the video for ‘15 Minutes’ below

Pretty Happy

Genre: Post-punk

Bio: Following the electrifying success of their single ‘Salami’ – which featured on BBC Introducing, BBC6, KEXP in Seattle and ‘Track of the Week’ on 2FM, Cork art-punk trio Pretty Happy have released their new wave, post-punk new single ‘Sea Sea Sea’.

Track: Sea Sea Sea

Why We Like It: ‘Sea Sea Sea’ is an electrifying whirlwind of post-punk as Pretty Happy simmer their heavy abrasive sound into one exhilarating concoction. Beginning as a breezy bop, the track takes sweet melodies, quirky vocals and chiming guitars and mangles it into a fiery expressive wall of sound. With soft verses leading into an angsty crashing chorus and psychedelic mind-melting crescendo, ‘Sea Sea Sea’ is a raw glorious assault on the senses. 

You can follow Pretty Happy On Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/prettyhappyband/

Stream ‘Sea Sea Sea’ below 

https://soundcloud.com/prettyhappycork/sea-sea-sea-2

Amber Liu

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Genre: Electronic Pop

Bio: Global pop superstar and multi-hyphenated artist, Amber Liu, has released a new music video for her latest single, “neon”, via EMPIRE. “neon” is released in both English and Mandarin languages simultaneously. Joining Amber Liu in the English-language version is popular Korean-American rapper Peniel of k-pop boy group BtoB, while the Mandarin-language version features Chinese-born rapper Blow Fever. The fresh track is the first of new original music released by Liu in a year and is just a taste of what is to come from the pop star in the following months. 

Track: neon

Why We Like It: It’s a refreshing slice of electronic pop saturated in sweet melodies and lush instrumentation. Driving on an 80’s hued synth-pop soundscape filled with bubbling beats and chiming keys, ‘neon’ is one upbeat and catchy tune. Amber Liu’s vocals glide upon a dreamy melody exuding a cool effortless persona while Peniel’s rap adds a gritty edge to the synth heavy soundscape. Showcasing catchy melodies and deft production, ‘neon’ is a satisfying and enjoyable new single from Amber Liu..

You can Follow Amber Liu on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/ajol_llama/

Stream ‘neon’ below 

Greyson Chance

Genre: Alternative pop

Bio: Following the critically-acclaimed album ‘Portraits’ in 2019, singer-songwriter Greyson Chance is gearing up to release his second album with his new single ‘Hellboy’.

Track: Hellboy

Why We Like It: This frisky, chic single boasts the tight and catchy musicianship of Chance. The song sashay’s upon a luring bassline while slinky electronics and funk guitar sets the rhythmic pace. With bubbling beats creating a muggy atmosphere for the sweltering verses while disco drizzled synths create a euphoric sweetness before the catchy chorus kicks in, ‘Hellboy’ is one irresistible earworm. As Chance’s soulful vocals slip between warm whispers and lush falsetto, he presents a well-crafted swagger-filled number that is difficult to resist.

You can follow Greyson Chance on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/GreysonChance

Stream ‘Hellboy’ below 

Wolf Alice

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Genre: Alternative

Bio: Wolf Alice have shared the second single from their upcoming new album ‘Blue Weekend’, which is set for release on June 11th.The London group premiered the new track on Annie Mac’s BBC Radio 1 show. It follows the release of February’s ‘The Last Man On Earth’.

Track: Smile

Why We Like It: It’s an angsty blast of alternative rock saturated in psychedelic tones. With a driving bass line wriggling through a punchy drum backdrop, the band create a powerful and mosh ready concoction for listeners to indulge in. This song balances sweet, lush pop tones with raw rock superbly to create an abrasive dreamy tune sure to have you singing along in no time. With eerie chimes on guitars, biting riffs and crashing instrumental builds, the track is an exhilarating rush to the head. Riding on swaggered bass lines and raw, unadulterated rock elements, ‘Smile’ is a fantastic new single from Wolf Alice. 

You can follow Wolf Alice on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/wolfalicemusic

Watch the video for ‘Smile’ below

Etaoin

Genre : Singer Songwriter

Bio :.London-based, Irish-raised artist Etaoin has released her new single ‘For Her’ taken from her new  EP ‘Bedroom Walls’ 

Track: For Her

Why We Like It: It’s an emotive and delicately arranged tune that showcases Etaoin’s heartfelt melodies and powerful vocal delivery. With soft finger-plucked guitar twinkling beneath warm vocal rasps and folk/pop elements the track is a unique and compelling listening experience. Etaoin has a remarkable ability to capture emotion through her songs and this gem is a wonderful example of her lyrical honesty, clever song writing and passionate musicianship. 

You can follow Etaoin on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/etaoinnn/

Stream ‘For Her’ below 

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Author : Danu