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“The Curriculum of Self: Vol. 1” is not like a traditional album, but more like a guided study in human behaviour: quietly structured, carefully observed, and deliberately unhurried.

Salam Noir builds her debut around jazz-influenced hip-hop and soulful pop genre, shaped by a warm, analog production. The result is an intimate and spacious sound, with soft grooves and subtle instrumental details like woodwinds, piano, and strings, that give each track a lived-in and reflective quality.

This album is defined by its concept. Each song operates like a chapter in a broader “curriculum”, using everyday settings: hallways, classrooms, social interactions, as metaphors for perception, identity, and behaviour. Here, Salam Noir observes them with calm precision, turning small social exchanges into quiet philosophical reflections.

The delivery of the vocals stays controlled and understated, often sitting right inside the production rather than above it. That balance reinforces the album’s core idea: observation over performance, awareness over spectacle, and that’s exactly what makes this project stand out.

This album is a thoughtful and cohesive debut: subtle in execution but rich in detail. It rewards close listening, unfolding gradually as a meditation on how we move through people, spaces, and ourselves!

The disarming project of Johnno Casson called “Soft Lad” is the kind of album that doesn’t try to grab you straight away, but slowly settles in until you realise you’ve been living inside it for a while..

Johnno Casson, aka Snippet, leans into a stripped-back, lo-fi aesthetic that feels less like a stylistic choice and more like a necessity turned into strength. Built from reel-to-reel textures, wonky synths, sampled fragments, and minimal instrumentation, the album carries a raw, handmade quality that immediately sets it apart from more polished, modern productions. It’s imperfect in all the right ways: alive, warm, and deeply human.

The emotional honesty is what we liked the most here. There’s a strong undercurrent of introspection running through all fifteen tracks, touching on themes of survival, illness, love, and self-reflection. Instead of dramatizing these ideas, Snippet presents them in a grounded, almost conversational way, which makes the album feel personal and relatable rather than performative.

This incredible project moves at its own pace. It sits comfortably in a downtempo, lo-fi hip-hop and alternative pop space, but it’s fluid, sometimes hazy and melancholic, other times subtly uplifting. As the album unfolds, small shifts in mood and texture keep things engaging, with occasional lighter touches bringing a sense of openness and quiet optimism.

This album really stands out not because it tries to be groundbreaking, but because it feels genuine. It’s the sound of an artist adapting, simplifying, and, in the process, getting closer to the core of what makes their music resonate. It may be understated, but it leaves a lasting impression, the kind that grows stronger the more time you spend with it.

The latest album of 12 Tribes of Mars called “Hidden Sun” is basically a musical spaceship, and once you step aboard, you’re in for one wild ride! These Amsterdam-based jazz-trained wizards mash reggae, ska, dub, funk, and even post-rock into a cosmic stew that somehow feels effortless. It’s chilled and spacey one moment, dancefloor-ready the next, and always unpredictable, making you wonder what’s going on but in the best way.

From the get-go with “Push On”, their playful energy hooks you with brassy layers and skanking guitar riffs, while tracks like “The Lake Oasis” pull you into more hypnotic, late-night grooves. The band thrives in that sweet spot between tight, catchy melodies and free-flowing improvisation.. you never quite know where a track will go, but it always lands with style.

This incredible album is chaotic yet controlled, experimental yet warm. It has the kind of sound you can sunbathe to in the afternoon and still get sweaty dancing at night. For a debut, “Hidden Sun” feels confident, expansive, and endlessly replayable!

Komok is taking us on a trippy little trip through deep space with “Elliptisk Galakse”: no spaceship required! The project, led by London-based Italian composer Alessandro Inglima, dives straight into experimental electronic territory, blending acid house, IDM, and some kind of retro vibes into something that feels nostalgic and futuristic at the same time.

The track runs on a mid-tempo groove, driven by a crunchy bassline that keeps things funky while some really cool arpeggiated synths swirl around the whole thing. Super balanced here: it’s danceable, but also quite atmospheric. Instead of big festival drops, the energy builds more like a slow cosmic journey, pulling you deeper into its strange little universe!

You can definitely catch a hint of the early filtered house spirit of Daft Punk here, mixed with a more experimental edge reminiscent of Aphex Twin. The result feels very unique, slightly weird in the best way, and full of character.

As the second single from his upcoming album “Protopia”, “Elliptisk Galakse” shows Komok carving out a sonic lane that’s imaginative, groove-heavy, and unapologetically adventurous.

Gravité Fresq are here with “Reality Is Premium”, an incredible synthpop project that feels nostalgic and modern. Drawing clear inspiration from the cool melodrama of Pet Shop Boys and the charm of New Order, the Dublin-based band delivers a track that shines with glossy 80s textures while quietly questioning the world we’re building around ourselves.

Built on a propulsive bassline and lush synths, the song moves with confident momentum. Yet beneath the polished surface sits a sharp sense of irony. This single plays with the idea that authenticity itself is becoming scarce.. something you might soon have to subscribe to in a world flooded with artificial noise and curated identities.

The balance of mood and message makes this track extremely compelling. It’s powerful, danceable, but the lyrics carry a subtle sting, reflecting on digital fatigue, algorithmic culture, and the strange feeling of living in an increasingly simulated environment.

Gravité Fresq carves out a distinctive space where post-punk wit and synthpop grandeur meet modern existential anxiety on the dancefloor! 

“Justice For All” is a single that doesn’t ease in quietly; it arrives like a full cinematic opening scene! From the first swell of strings, you can tell this track is aiming big, VERY big. There’s an incredible blend of orchestral weight and modern electronic elements, creating a sound that feels somewhere between a film score and an epic boss fight at your favorite RPG game.

The production is polished and deliberate. Layers of symphonic textures rise over steady, driving percussion, while the vocals carry a serious, almost rallying-cry intensity. It’s not just about sounding grand; it’s about feeling purposeful. The dynamic of the track is incredible, releasing into bold, triumphant moments that hit really hard.

This incredible track is widescreen, cinematic stuff. The message of equality and shared humanity runs through the track without feeling watered down. It’s a bit dramatic, maybe even a bit larger-than-life, but that’s the point.

Sabrina Nejmah delivers a warm, reassuring pop track built around trust and emotional steadiness. The single “Don’t You Worry” centers on that pivotal moment in a relationship when the future feels uncertain, yet both people choose to move forward together with confidence rather than fear, going against the trend we see during these times.

The production is light, allowing the melody to breathe without overpowering the message. Smooth instrumentation and a gentle rhythmic flow create an inviting atmosphere that feels quite intimate; it’s the kind of arrangement that supports the vocal rather than competing with it.

Sabrina’s performance is clear and composed, carrying a natural sincerity that elevates the song’s core sentiment. She leans into subtle expression, letting reassurance come through in tone as much as in lyrics, and that’s what makes this track authentic.

This beautiful single stands out for its emotional clarity: it’s a thoughtful, quietly uplifting release that highlights Sabrina’s growing confidence as both a songwriter and performer.

Instead of chasing immediacy, Coaxial takes the long route on “Redux Trilogy”, unfolding a project that feels more like an environment than a traditional release. We are dropped into a world of looping synths from the first track, with tape-worn textures, and subtle rhythmic drift that never kind of never settles.. and that’s the point.

The trilogy thrives on tension between control and erosion. Repetition becomes incredibly hypnotic, patterns slowly misalign, and tiny imperfections start to feel massive the longer you sit with them. There’s a load of movement here, but it’s internal, pulling your focus inward rather than pushing for obvious peaks.

We really loved the sounds here. You can almost feel the machinery at work: tape breathing, tones fraying at the edges, drones swelling and thinning in real time. It’s extremely minimal, but packed with intent.

This incredible project isn’t trying to be easy or instantly rewarding. It asks for attention, patience, and presence, and if you give it that, it opens up into something quietly immersive, unsettling, and weirdly addictive.

mxguinness is back with his single called “SQR”, a techno track that’s literally built for the biggest rave you’ve ever been to. From the first few seconds, the track locks into a gritty, solid beat that doesn’t mess around. The groove is tight, industrial-leaning, and patient, letting tension build instead of blowing everything up too fast.

The atmosphere here is really incredible. There’s a cold, slightly dystopian edge to the sound design, but it doesn’t really feel empty or mechanical for the sake of it. Subtle melodic elements give the track a great emotional weight, like a reminder that this music is meant to be shared, danced to, and felt together. It’s techno with intent: heavy when it needs to be, restrained when it counts.

This wonderful single feels raw in a good way, like it was made with the lights low and the volume high. No gimmicks, no filler, just pressure, rhythm, and purpose. A proper club weapon that still has something to say!

Some records feel like a clean introduction, but “Chromatic Echoes” feels more like stepping into a room where the lights are already low, and the system’s been humming for hours! On this two-track EP, mxguinness lets us dive into atmosphere first, letting mood and groove do most of the work here.

 “Acid Burn” is sharp, threading cinematic textures through edgy rhythms with a knowing wink. It’s sleek without being cold, playful, smooth, and extremely addictive. 8 minutes of pure groove that gets stuck in your head!

On the other side, “1015 Half” carries a more late-night club energy, heavy, pressurised, and immersive, the kind of track that doesn’t rush but keeps pushing you forward anyway. You can feel the space in it, like a room full of bodies moving in sync, bass bouncing off the walls. Nothing feels accidental or trend-chasing here. It’s electronic music at its best with a clear point of view: built for the club, but rich enough to live in your headphones too. Just amazing.