7 new songs you should hear this week
The most essential tracks of the last week handpicked by the Nialler9 team. Subscribe to the weekly Spotify playlist (1.2k subscribers) or the daily playlist (4.9k subscribers).
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Sophie – Faceshopping
LA-based British producer Sophie has become known for her synthesized and ultra-hyper form of pop music. ‘Faceshopping’ is a futuristic noise construction that continues to deliver her electric energy and hyperkinetic sound.
2.
Ängie – Dope
Swedish post-emo pop artist Ängie presents herself with a much more hardy image on new track ‘Dope’ compared to her earlier releases ‘Housewife Spliffin’ and ‘Smoke Weed Eat Pussy’ sticking with the same theme of smoking weed though, of course.
3.
Confidence Man – Don’t You Know I’m In A Band
Australian four-piece Confidence Man debut with ‘Boyfriend’ last year, now they are back again with another funky high energy and fun pop song, this one features added electrifying synths.
4.
G Flip – About You
Australian singer-songwriter Georgia Flipo is making her solo debut with as G Flip with a which a DIY aesthetic as ‘About You’ was written, produced and recorded in her bedroom, the video was also recorded there too it’s a very catchy and synth fused track that shows off her layered vocal abilities and harmonies.
5.
Praa – Do It All Again
French R’n’B artist Praa is signed to French label Elephant and Castle her approach to R’n’B is smooth, upbeat and catchy with vocals that have the ability to ease the soul.
6.
Simian Mobile Disco – Caught In A Wave
English electronic music duo Jas Shaw and James Ford or Simian Mobile Disco have just announced the release of their new album Murmurations which will be out on May 11th via Wichita Recordings. The first release from the album ‘Caught In A Wave’ has a strong gospel element with a dark tone accompanied by a video that explores the world of mosh pitting.
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Yuno – No Going Back
American artist Yuno is one of Sub Pop Records’s latest recruits. Yuno makes, writes and produces all of his own music, he even shoots his own press shots and directs his own music videos which is pretty impressive. His debut track channels a Tame Impala sound with electrifying guitar riffs throughout and dreamy vocals.
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