Editors - Hallelujah (So Low)

A: Editors
S: Hallelujah (So Low)

Editors announced last month that their new album Violence would be coming out on March 9, sharing the video for ‘Magazine’ at the same time. Now they’ve shared another cut from the record, Hallelujah (So Low), a propulsive new number that features some pretty crunching riffs. Tom Smith calls it “ the most ‘rock’ we’ve ever been and it’s exhilarating”.

... I bleed like a millionaire.

Ruby Haunt - Glory

A: Ruby Haunt
S: Glory

Smooth and slow, this song is one of those late feeling of summer moments, the journeys we traveled and the ones that are still ahead of us, which is exactly what we all need at the end of a freezing February. The LA based duo Ruby Haunt consists of the two childhood friends Wyatt Ininns and Victor Pakpour, which seems to be the perfect musical symbiosis.

... waiting patiently to breathe.

Janelle Monáe - Django Jane

A: Janelle Monáe
S: Django Jane

A smash hit never comes alone, so here's the second song from Janelle's first album in five years, Dirty Computer. The track finds JM tapping into a hip-hop vein and seriously going hard with the rap bars. The singer chooses a heavy-hitting track, as the punching bass kicks drive the instrumental. Happy Monday MFs.

... I got away with murder, no scandal.

Janelle Monáe - Make Me Feel

A: Janelle Monáe
S: Make Me Feel

So much hell-yeah! La Monáe is back after five years, finally, and ready to funk up your life with a rubbery funk tune that recalls the likes of Prince and Sheila E. Her 1980s influences are clear, down to each massive synth line and the feeling of raw sensual energy woven throughout the song. Enjoy.

... I'm powerful with a little bit of tender.

Twin Shadow Feat. HAIM - Saturdays

A: Twin Shadow Feat. HAIM
S: Saturdays

OMG to when two of your favorite acts get together to sing a song about your favorite thing in the world. And on top of that George Lewis Jr. has announced a new Twin Shadow album. It’s called Caer and it’s out April 27.

... I know you know how it feels.

Tears for Fears - Pale Shelter

A: Tears for Fears
S: Pale Shelter

Pale Shelter is a song by the British band Tears for Fears and the only song you need on a Friday like today. It's a special kind of a love song, though more referring to one's parents than to a girl. Enjoy.

... I thought you had it all.

Blur - Coffee And TV

A: Blur
S: Coffee And TV

Welcome to my serious nineties flashback phase, which started a couple of weeks ago and which will probably last another couple of months, if not years. Listening back to what we listened to 25 years ago, I can seriously say things did not improve. At all.

... take me away from this big bad world.

NINA - Counting Stars

A: NINA
S: Counting Stars

The sensational synthwave siren Nina will finally release her full-length debut album Sleepwalking. Packed with punchy pop vibes, expertly arranged arpeggiations and breathy, timeless vocals, Nina’s Sleepwalking is slated to be a triple-A release, so set your alarms for March 16.

... you and I will pass the test of time.

Brandi Carlile - The Joke

A: Brandi Carlile
S: The Joke

This is the first track that was released from By The Way, I Forgive You, Brandi's amazing sixth studio album, and it exemplifies the album's massive ambition. A country-rock aria dedicated to the delicate boys and striving girls born into - and, Carlile insists, destined to triumph over - this divisive time, The Joke offers a stunning vocal performance from Carlile, swathed in warm piano, big drums and a perfect string arrangemen.

... they hate the way you shine.

Dita Von Teese Feat. Sébastien Tellier - Bird Of Prey

A: Dita Von Teese Feat. Sébastien Tellier
S: Bird Of Prey

Everything they do is glamour. He’s the Frenchest man since Gainsbourg, she’s the world’s premier burlesque star. Together, Sebastian Tellier and Dita Von Teese have made an unlikely electronic pop collaboration worthy of Serge himself. If this doesn't start your Monday right, nothing will. 

... all your promises run away.

The Altered Hours - Over The Void

A: The Altered Hours
S: Over The Void

Irish band The Altered Hours have announced details of a new EP On My Tongue, set for release March 9. Following the release of first single Open Wide last year, the band have now shared the second track taken from the EP. Over The Void is a flash of urgency spun with wiry guitars and shotgun drum rolls. Trashy and fast paced with a sweet submerged melody that builds with proximity and zeal. 

... what did you say to me?

Frank Ocean - Moon River

A: Frank Ocean
S: Moon River

The best things in life are covers. As originally performed Hepburn, Moon River is a wispy ode to wanderlust and the immense opportunities two drifters find in the glorious unknown. Ocean’s Moon River retains the enchanting comfort of the Hepburn original without sacrificing any of his genius. It’s the balm we never knew we needed.

... wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way.

CHVRCHES - Get Out

A: CHVRCHES
S: Get Out

Chvrches have shared their first new single in two years, Get Out, a bit over two weeks ago. Lauren Mayberry stated the obvious, pointing out it was nice to not be second guessing ourselves, she said. It’s still consistent with what we’ve done before but it feels like it’ll be more of a live experience.

... good intentions, never good enough.

Ryan Adams - Baby I Love You

A: Ryan Adams
S: Baby I Love You

Happy belated V-Day you sexy MFs out there. Ryan Adams celebrated the occasion with a new love song. It’s “A song to one’s baby, whom they love—a unique twist on Ryan Adams’ classic recipe, with key ingredient ‘sad’ replaced by ‘happy,’” according to a press release.

... the truth might sting.

Dan Mangan - Fool For Waiting

A: Dan Mangan
S: Fool For Waiting

Put some love into your Wednesday. Here to help you is Valentine's Day or alternatively two-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Dan Mangan who has unveiled his new single Fool For Waiting. Mangan’s fifth studio album is in production and currently slated for a fall 2018 release.

... this fool doesn’t mind.

Imagine Dragons - Walking The Wire

A: Imagine Dragons
S: Walking The Wire

Imagine Dragons' single Walking the Wire sounds strangely inspiring and anthemic compared to their last few singles. Those songs have been about personal empowerment or difficult truths, but WTW feels like it could be a heartfelt 80's ballad or the theme song to the moment in Titanic when Jack and Rose are standing at the front of the ship. If that ain't reason enough to like it, I don't know what is.

... the storm is raging against us now.

Teeers - Driving On My Own

A: Teeers
S: Driving On My Own

Robin's Dancing On My Own might have been the anthem for all the lonely club hearts out there. Here to take another take on solitude are Teeers, France's baby rock group du jour, with Driving On My Own, targeted at a much more motorphile group of listeners.

... give me enough time to love you.

Blushes - Honey

A: Blushes
S: Honey

Fresh off the band wagon, comes this band that will make your 2018 so much more exciting. Blushes are a 4 piece indie-RnB band based in Aylesbury with the contemporary mix of male and female vocals from all members of the band. The quartet was formed in 2016 and has that rare and raw mix of innocence and wisdom hidden between every line they sing.

... you are the cream to my crop.

Tame Impala - The Less I Know The Better

A: Tame Impala
S: The Less I Know The Better

It's only been three years since Tame Impala released their last record Currents, which isn't exactly the equivalent of two decades, but still, every time I go pack to listen to it, it still sounds as fresh and new as back when and leaves me to discover new things on it. So now that this post is written, I can just copy past it in twenty years.

... not the greatest feeling ever.

Kylie Minogue - Dancing

A: Kylie Minogue
S: Dancing

Just when you thought everybody's favourite pop yaaas queen might not have that much in store for her fans on her upcoming 14th studio album Golden, she announces an intimate live tour across Europe, stopping at Berlin's most notorious club. A single called Dancing never seemed more appropriate. 

... getting down, riding all the highs.

Franz Ferdinand - Feel The Love Go

A: Franz Ferdinand
S: Feel The Love Go

Hold your horses, for Franz Ferdinand will return with Always Ascending, their first album in five years - tomorrow! We heard a bit of the Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action follow-up via its title track back in October. Today, the Grammy-nominated UK outfit has let loose another teaser with Feel The Love Go.

... the things that you do are not who you are.

First Aid Kit - Fireworks

A: First Aid Kit
S: Fireworks

Telling the story of dreams chased, but not being fulfilled, Fireworks follows It’s A Shame to be the second single released from the band’s fourth album, Ruins. By the way, the arrangement was inspired by 50s ballads, by The Everly Brothers and the Skeeter Davis song End of the World.

... I am the only one at the finish line.

Holland(홀랜드) - Neverland (네버랜드)

A: Holland(홀랜드)
S: Neverland (네버랜드) M/V

Never mind the Olympic Winter Games, South Korea's first openly gay K-pop singer, Holland, recently made headlines by releasing a music video for his debut single Neverland that features a rare romantic kiss scene between two men. A true gold performance.

... too many eyes I don’t give up, fxxk it.

Eurythmics - Beethoven (Neurotic Mix)

A: Eurythmics
S: Beethoven (Neurotic Mix)

Enjoy this trip down memory lane to Eurythmics 1987 single Beethoven which was promoted with an extraordinary video by the  then unknown Sophie Muller (now famed for her work with Blur, Radiohead, Coldplay and Brandon Flowers). Not so much a pop video as outre performance art, it stars Lennox as a seething housewife trapped in a grisly American Mid-West Home.

... along comes the boy and he's looking for trouble.

ionnalee - JOY

A: ionnalee
S: JOY

Swedish singer, songwriter, producer and filmmaker Jonna Lee aka iamamiwhoami brings the evolution of her ten-year creative career to a new peak with the release of her maiden ionnalee offering, Everyone Afraid To Be Forgotten, out February 16. 

... I owe them this, I owe them vision.

BØRNS - Faded Heart

A: BØRNS
S: Faded Heart

If there’s one thing Los Angeles musician BØRNS is good at, it’s crafting the perfect pop song. This is a skill that is largely overlooked – in many circles, pop is thought of as basic, uncomplicated, and often boring. Which, of course, it definitely can be. But to write a truly good pop song, of the earworm variety, is a skill. Enjoy.

... it feels just like I'm falling all the time.

Richard Walters - You're Like a Song

A: Richard Walters
S: You're Like a Song

Don't just delve into, but fall head over heals in love with this song called You’re Like A Song. As Richard Walters puts his spin on folk with the experimental spirit of the modernist vanguard, this gorgeous gem might just be the best four minutes and thirty seconds you'll spend this year.

... I've forgotten the words to you.

Justin Timberlake Feat. Chris Stapleton - Say Something

A: Justin Timberlake Feat. Chris Stapleton
S: Say Something

As you might have watched last week's Saturday Night Live, you probably saw Chris Stapleton not just taking, but owning that stage. Along he brought my all time favourite country singer Sturgill Sexsymbol Simpson. So here's a new song with Chris, featuring some unknown guy called Justin.

... the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all.