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Lizzy McAlpine

New Single: all my ghosts

With 115 million career streams, a brilliant performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live and a highly engaged fan base eager for this new chapter, Lizzy McAlpine follows the acclaimed "doomsday" and "erase me” featuring GRAMMY Award Winner Jacob Collier with her new single to kick off 2022, “all my ghosts.”

Release Date 19 January 2022

AURORA

New Album: The Gods We Can Touch
 Fierce   Happy   Party 

Streaming link password: Heathens!

The new album from AURORA "The Gods We Can Touch" is an elegant & celestial but provocative album about shame, desire & morality, all seen through the narrative prism of greek mythology. In each of the fifteen songs we meet a different god or goddess

Release Date 21 January 2022

Tom The Mail Man

New Single: Brown Eyes and Backwoods
 Sad   Weekend 

“Brown Eyes and Backwoods” is the second single from Tom The Mail Man’s upcoming album “Sunset Visionary Vol 2” set to release later this year. “Brown Eyes and Backwoods” tells the story of a failed relationship and what led to it ending.

Release Date 21 January 2022

Samm Henshaw

New Single: Chicken Wings Remix ft. Mick Jenkins
 Happy   Weekend 

“Chicken Wings” is Samm Henshaw’s 3rd official release from his upcoming album, Untidy Soul releasing January 28th. Chicken Wings is about a musical tune for a simple relaxing date night set in a wing shop just in time for the Winter season. Mick Jenkins adds his verse to the track just before the album is released. Stay tuned for Samm bringing custom Chicken Wings collaborations in the US during the rest of the Untidy Soul album and series.

Release Date 21 January 2022

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FEATURED / Pop

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Zolita

NEW Single: "Somebody I Fucked Once" (The Extras)
 Energetic  Romantic  Sexy 

Zolita's latest single “Somebody I Fucked Once” made huge splash online and has accumulated over 10M streams to date. The accompanying music video garnered five million YouTube views in its first week, and currently sits at almost 20 million and climbing with an audience that leans 64% female and 36% male. This upcoming bundle will be an extension of the viral sensation and includes an acoustic and a remix by Lady Bee. Zolita’s next two singles will also continue the narrative thread created by “Somebody I Fucked Once,” both musically and with new official music videos featuring the same characters. The first, “Single In September" will be released February 16th, with the third song in the trilogy coming mid April.

Release Date 21 January 2022

Todrick Hall

NEW Album: Gaymeova / Focus track: Rich Forever

Superstar Todrick Hall singer, songwriter, actor, director, and choreographer doesn't stop - FEMULINE Gaymeova is a collection of unreleased tracks that's the end of FEMULINE era. Several music videos will accompany including Rich Forever. On Gaymeova Todrick writes... “I was feeling feisty and sassy when I went into the studio and wrote Femuline Gaymeova. I had so much fun writing Bop queen and Rich Forever; I feel like this era has been really freeing for me! I was so busy during when the Femuline album a came out, I wasn’t able to make all the videos I wanted for you, so I came up with Femuline Gaymeova to give you all more songs and it gave the album a facelift! Femuline the word, is not just a word it’s a movement. It’s something to give people confidence to embrace both their feminine and masculine sides, that’s something that we need to be reminded of every single day. I’m so excited for people to experience Femuline Gaymeova and to revisit the songs from Femuline! I hope you enjoy!” -Todrick Hall

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Release Date 21 January 2022

Blithe

NEW Single: Cherry
 Energetic  Fierce  Weekend 

After a series of singles throughout 2020 & 2021 amassed over 8 million streams, London-based pop singer & songwriter Blithe returns with new song “Cherry”, fourth track from her upcoming sophomore EP. A "Cherry" official video will be released day/date with audio and will be on of top highlights of the Feb EP.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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awfultune

NEW Single: sad love song
 Fierce  Sexy 

Off the back of the release of awfultune's single "soda", Layla returns with new single 'sad love song', the second track from their album coming late spring 2022. With streaming & audience growth of over 40% and hundreds of thousands of listeners each month, awfultune is taking listeners on a rainbow themed journey of their own experience in the LGBTQ+ community as a trans woman/artist.

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Release Date 21 January 2022
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Now United feat. Alta B

NEW Single: Jump
 Energetic  Party  Work Out 

This is the new single from Now United, the world's first truly global pop group from the entertainment stable of Spice Girls Manager and American Idol creator Simon Fuller. "Meet Now United" booklet - https://online.fliphtml5.com/hvhf/iece/#p=1

Release Date 21 January 2022
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NOT THE MAIN CHARACTERS

NEW Single: club penguin
 Throwback 

With over 7M streams, acclaim from ones to watch and Early Rising, and a healthy Tiktok following under their belt NOT THE MAIN CHARACTERS are ready to make 2022 their year. "club penguin", their newest single, solidifies NTMC's cyber aesthetic. NTMC plans to host a release party on a club penguin server & use gamification for fan engagement- offering real life versions of the poster seen in album art as prizes for fans.

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Release Date 21 January 2022

The Let Go

NEW Single: Last Year's Model Club
 Energetic  Fierce 

The Let Go kick off 2022 with this huge alt Pop banger, to coincide with Feb UK support tours locked in with Daisy Brain & The Night Cafe. Highlights so far: Jack Saunders Next Wave on BBC R1, support from FADER, DIY, CLASH (Next Wave), DORK.

Release Date 19 January 2022
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TILSEN

NEW Single: Closer
 Dinner  Energetic  Fierce 

Tilsen will be running an extensive ad campaign through Goldenpath Music, leading potential fans directly to streaming services. She will also be running a PR campaign with Flying Colours Music, targeting user generated playlists.

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Release Date 21 January 2022
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Yaeger

NEW Single: See You Dance
 Chill  Happy 

Super cool new single from Swedish born, London based Alt-pop star in the making. This all about feeling good, confident and doing your thing without feeling self conscious. A note to a friend, 'i want to see you dance like nobodies watching'

Release Date 19 January 2022
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Shuba

NEW Single: Love Runs Out
 Energetic  Fierce  Romantic 

Shuba, known for [TikTok 5.5M followers] impressions and elegant voice, which has gained attention of Celine Dion, Shakira, etc, is back with her first single of 2022 'Love Runs Out' showcasing her authentic talent of singing/rapping in a unique way.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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David Gray

NEW EP: Babylon (UK Radio Mix) EP / Focus track: Babylon (UK Radio Mix)
 Decades  Dinner  Throwback 

One of the most recognisable anthems of the early 00's, Babylon captured the hearts of millions and made David Gray a superstar. This version is the one which propelled David Gray into the UK charts & until now was not available digitally, along with B-side 'Tell Me More Lies"

Release Date 21 January 2022
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Alexander Stewart

NEW Single: echo
 Energetic  Sad 

Echo is Alexander's first single of the year, gearing up towards the next EP.

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Release Date 21 January 2022

FEATURED / Indie

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Kid Bloom

NEW Single: I Fell In Love Again
 Chill  Romantic  Weekend 

This is the main single for Q1 2022 preceding his Q2 debut album and we couldn't be more excited. There will be a full music video supporting this release enhanced with a paid media campaign. We are also heading on a nationwide US tour with Bad Suns!

Release Date 21 January 2022

little luna

NEW Single: last time: cinematic
 Chill  Focus  Travel  Weekend 

"last time: cinematic" is the 3rd Cinematic release from little luna, in which she ties her love for film scores, and her alt-pop singles, together.

Release Date 21 January 2022

Mild Orange

NEW Single: Oh Yeah
 Chill  Happy  Summer  Weekend 

Worldly New Zealand band, Mild Orange release a 90's-drenched indie-rock single from their upcoming third album 'Looking For Space' releasing on AWAL. The official video for 'Oh Yeah' was filmed in Biarritz, France on Kodak 16mm film.

Release Date 21 January 2022

Addison Grace

NEW Single: I Wanna Be a Boy
 Chill  Dinner  Weekend 

Addison Grace is a queer 20-year-old singer-songwriter who showcases their authentic personal journey through their infectious, effervescent personality. "I Wanna Be a Boy" is the first single from her forthcoming EP due April 2022.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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Niall Mutter

NEW Single: I Wonder
 Chill  Dinner 

Niall Mutter is Montreal's next indie sensation. His nonchalance is magnetic and coming single 'I Wonder' is proof, pulling on the heartstrings of a lover's insecurity with bedroom-pop simplicity, psychedelic nuance & chilled out indie-production.

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Release Date 18 January 2022
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Talmont

NEW Album: Laid Under Heavy Lights / Focus track: Backseat
 Chill  Fierce 

Alternative progressive pop outfit Talmont release debut album 'Laid Under Heavy Lights' with focus single ‘Backseat'. The South East London based trio have been supported by BBC 6 Music and BBC Introducing and have been likened to Radiohead and Massive Attack.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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Ryann

NEW Single: Andrew - Acoustic
 Sad 

Ryann released the original "Andrew" in 2020 as a part of her "Emotions on Rollerskates" debut EP. As we are gearing up for the next release, we wanted to release one of her and fans favorite tracks as an alternate stripped version.

Release Date 21 January 2022

FEATURED / Alternative

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GRAE

NEW Single: Room In The Desert
 Chill  Sexy 

GRAE announces debut album "Whiplash" & releases trippy single "Room In The Desert" along side hypnotizing music video directed by Gemma Warren

Release Date 19 January 2022
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Araya

NEW Single: Doctor
 Energetic  Romantic 

"Doctor" is the final single from Araya's forthcoming sophomore LP, Ethos, releasing late February 2022. The track was made in collaboration with two of Araya's bandmates, Thaddeus Goode & Will Catucci, and LA based producer PilotKid.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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Marisa Maino

NEW Single: drugs with god
 Fierce  Sad 

"drugs with god" is Marisa's favorite song she's ever written and her most special release to date. What started as a voice memo alone in her bed room turned into this gem of a song :)

Release Date 21 January 2022
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The Sherlocks

NEW Album: World I Understand / Focus track: Wake Up
 Energetic  Happy 

'World I Understand' is the eagerly anticipated 3rd album by The Sherlocks. Over recent years The Sherlocks have become one of the most exciting live bands in the UK. Selling out tours across UK & Europe, the band have also achieved chart success with x2 Top #20 albums. #6 & #20 Yorkshire brothers Kiaran & Brandon Crook join up with Mancunian band members Alex Procter & Trent Jackson. The band have supported the likes of Liam Gallagher, Kings Of Leon, Kaiser Chiefs, The Libertines, The Kooks + more. Featured as a main artist for an international SKODA TV campaign.

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Release Date 21 January 2022
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Ecco2k & Bladee

NEW Single: Amygdala
 Chill 

“Amygdala” is the brand new collaboration one-off single between YEAR0001 recording artists Bladee and Ecco2k, the most prominent members of Drain Gang. It is produced by Mechatok (who was previously responsible alongside Bladee for their 2020 collaboration) album “Good Luck”. The video for “Amygdala” has been directed by Anton Tammi - better known for the Weeknd’s most popular videos.

Release Date 19 January 2022
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Gretel Hänlyn

NEW Single: Motorbike
 Energetic  Fierce  Party 

Motorbike is the first big single from 19 year old Gretel Hänlyn, produced by Mura Masa. Gretel has attracted a lot of attention - and 11 R1 spins - with her singular vocal style and this track sees her stake her claim as a future festival headliner.

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Release Date 20 January 2022

FEATURED / R&B/Soul

Elujay

NEW Album: CIRKMVNT / Focus track: Ratrace
 Dinner  Party  Weekend 

Release Date 21 January 2022
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AWA

NEW Single: Who's Asking
 Fierce  Sexy 

AWA continues her rise as a prominent r&b female artist with a female anthem for knowing your worth, knowing not to accept a situation that isn't right for you. AWA flows seamlessly over a magical fusion of guitar, kicks and beautiful vocal harmonies

Release Date 28 January 2022

FEATURED / Dance and Electronic

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Bensley

NEW EP: Leaving / Debonair / Focus track: Leaving
 Energetic  Focus  Gaming 

Welcoming Bensley to the deadmau5 imprint, the rising drum n bass producer gets ready to make big waves on mau5trap on 1/21 with a 2-track single 'Leaving / Debonair'. The focus track "Leaving" boasts anthemic vocals, paired with a classic bassline.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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San Pacho

NEW Single: Pieces Of Me (feat. Avacar)
 Happy  Party 

San Pacho joins the hau5trap family with his forthcoming single "Pieces of Me" feat. Avacar, set to be available worldwide 1/21. Boasting groovy house melodies, hypnotizing vocals, & elements of tech house, "Pieces of Me" is the next step for him.

Release Date 21 January 2022

FEATURED / Hip Hop

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Tasman Keith

NEW Single: 5FT FREESTYLE
 Energetic  Fierce 

First single from upcoming 2022 debut LP 'A Colour Undone' (TBA). Will be announced alongside an upcoming East Coast tour + signings to AWAL Recordings and Sony Music Publishing.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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Frank Lucas

NEW Single: Kilometro 0
 Chill 

Kilometro 0 is the 3rds single from Frank Lucas with Snafu records, he is been part of the venezuelan undergorund new rap and hip hop movement and this song is his more pop sound so far.

Release Date 21 January 2022

FEATURED / Folk

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Silvana Estrada

NEW Album: Marchita / Focus track: Ser De Ti

Silvana Estrada's album 'Marchita' out January 21st 2022 on Glassnote, ahead of her US headline tour and multiple dates at Prototype Festival, following an NPR Tiny Desk performance & Oct/Nov US tour supporting Rodrigo y Gabriela.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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Freedom Fry

NEW Single: You Know The Way
 Fierce  Focus 

"You Know The Way" is the first of 5 sing-a-long prelude tracks leading up to Freedom Fry's fourth length album this spring! "You Know The Way" is a return to the folk sound that initially put Freedom Fry on the map. The song is about knowing that it's time for someone you care about to make their way in the world, and having confidence in them. When Freedom Fry writes these kinds of songs, they get very inspired by people like Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, and Joni Mitchell.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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The Waterboys

NEW Album: THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN The Waterboys Fisherman's Blues/Room To Roam band, 1989-90 / Focus track: A Man Is In Love (Demo)
 Romantic  Throwback 

The Waterboys' The Magnificent Seven will be BBC Radio 2 Reissue Of The Week (December 2nd) and land on DSP's the following day. The boxset has received support from Uncut, Classic Pop, Mojo, BBC Radio Stations and many more.

Release Date 21 January 2022
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