Shiv
Genre : Singer Songwriter
Bio : Zimbabwe-born, Kildare-raised singer-songwriter Shiv has released the lyric video for her recently released single ‘Letting You Know’, the third to be taken from her debut EP ‘Me 2 Me’.The lyric video is a lo-fi visual storyboard shot in Paris, where Shiv recently relocated to continue exploring her creative process. Writing, producing and recording her six-track debut EP during a year of self-discovery, shiv was able to reach into her soul to figure out who she really is.
Track: Letting You Know
Why We Like It: It’s a deeply emotive and soulful number as Shiv’s silken vocals glide over a lush melody. Shiv builds a tender soundscape with warm piano and R&B elements to create a passionate and tender ballad. The light piano twinkles create a sweet sense of innocence which pierces through the dreamy soothing soundscape with graceful elegance. ‘Letting You Know’ is a sublime single from Shiv.
You Can Follow Shiv on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/hi_im_shiv/
Watch the lyric video for ‘Letting You Know’ below
The Goldborns
Genre : Alternative
Bio : West London band/production trio The Goldborns have released their new single ‘Broken Homes’ which was recorded at Mick Jones (Clash) studio.
Track: Broken Homes
Why We Like It: This catchy track strolls in on bright guitar riffs and punchy drums as the band create a radiant buoyant number that almost veers into reggae territory. With quirky soundscapes swirling between attitude soaked vocals and a catchy chorus the track is an instant shot of adrenaline.The light indie guitars and elastic bass contrast the stark lyrics as The Goldborns create an upbeat, bouncy and instrumentally rich tune to bop to.
You can follow The Goldborns on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/thegoldborns
Watch the video for ‘Broken Homes’ below
The Decades
Genre : Indie
Bio : The Decades are a four-piece band based in County Wicklow, Ireland comprised of David Mulvey ( Drums), Myles Keogh ( Bass), Rhys Doyle ( Lead guitar ) and Seán Fox ( Rhythm Guitar and Vocals ). Prior to forming the group, Sean had spent many years working on and performing his own songs, opening for the likes of Aslan and Jerry Fish along the way.The group originally came together in the early months of 2020 when both Sean and David met in a music production class in college.
Track: Electricity
Why We Like It: It’s a swagger soaked indie rock number filled with blistering guitars, a driving rhythmic backdrop and rock n roll vibrancy. The track flows upon slick guitar licks and sharp riffs with a scorching solo thrown in for good measure while the rasped powerful vocals surge with emotion allowing the feet shuffling groove provided by a steamy bass line and pounding drums to get you up and dancing.The rock n roll bravado and well crafted instrumentation makes ‘Electricity’ an outstanding debut.
You can follow The Decades on Facebook here https://open.spotify.com/track/2bB9FHiXXSFmSwxFZMV1xt
Stream ‘Electricity’ below
YAWA
Genre : Indie
Bio : YAWA is a musical duet of two teenagers in college from Dublin. The duo have released their debut single ‘Tiger’.
Track: Tiger
Why We Like It: It’s a dreamy tune which exudes warm guitar, supple beats and glowing soundscapes. ‘Tiger’ is a nostalgic look back at the good times that we had before the pandemic happened. The duo use soft sunkissed instrumentation and luscious honey steeped melodies to create a delightful indie number full of positivity and soothing tones.
You can follow YAWA on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/thisisyawa/
Stream ‘Tiger’ below
Charlie Hanlon
Genre : Singer songwriter
Bio : Charlie Hanlon is a 15 year old indie artist from Downpatrick,Co.Down who has recently released his debut single ‘Will You Stay Tonight’.
Track: Will You Stay Tonight
Why We Like It: This jaunty indie track surges with passion and the mature, well crafted musicianship of Charlie Hanlon. This indie rock track is full of charm as warm animated guitar weaves between punchy drums while Hanlon’s vocals caress the wistful melody. Hanlon presents us with a solid single for his debut.
You can follow Charlie Hanlon on facebook below facebook.com/Charliehanlonmusic/
Stream ‘Will You Stay Tonight’ below
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