New Music Discoveries - The Best New Releases.
championing the best new music.
At Chalkpit we are passionate about promoting artists pushing musical boundary’s - Check out all the new artists that are currently on our radar releasing awesome new music. Including HMLT, Piqued Jacks, OSHUA, Sunstroke Rain, JEWLS, Liv Dawn, Lew McKenzie, The Great Emu War Casualties, Masok, Juze, Samsara., ELMNT, Dawn Somek.
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Daydreamin
New kids on the block HMLT & KEI-LI have emerged with saucy new single ‘Daydreamin’’. The track is incredibly smooth and radiates the bliss of a lazy summer daze. The soulful and sultry vocal textures from KEL-LI develops a picturesque vibe which has us and all who listen a simultaneous head bopping experience. If you like Tom Misch this could be for you.
Mad Men
Sunstroke Rain is an extraordinary Artpop act from Sweden expressing individuality and sophisticated sonic experiences. Their latest single Mad Men is a triumphant release bound with attitude. This flowing release is rhythmic while remaining laidback. Expect a blanket of lush harmonies and groovy bass lines making this a track you will happily get lost in.
Masterpiece
Masterpiece is a collaborative record released by soulful Lew McKenzie and featured artist Carmine Mattia. Inspired by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gay. This track reflects the profound changes and emotional learnings from Lew’s progression in life. There is a unique style developing within the composition and a sound that is expressive and exciting. Hopefully, we will be hearing more from this duo soon enough.
Next To Me
Juze is coming out of the shadows pushing boundaries with the new single ‘Next to Me’. A commercial hit in the making, Juze developed a mystical and first-class sound that could stand up against some of the biggest names of 2020. Juze is proving he is not one to sit back, having worked with songwriters of the likes of Chris Brown, BTS, and Skrillex and produced remixes for Ed Sheeran and AURORA. Juze has an enriching tone and creates a blissful escape for those who listen.
One Day
Dawn Somek has kindly invited us into her musical world balanced with sadness and sweetness. Her ability to create the magical blend of Happy/Sad is excellent. Her new single ‘One Day’ plays on the heartstrings of the listener. A song about the fear of being forgotten and alone. Her vocals are glorious to our ears and fill us with joy under a simple but effective instrumental.
Every Day Special
Piqued Jack's new single “Every Day Special” is an unearthing explosion from its very core. The band from Italy is certainly not afraid to prob the listeners' ears with their unique flavor of contemporary rock, developed with the support of Brett Shaw producer of artists such as Foals, Florence + The Machine. Their music is dynamic and pulsating with energy and shows true potential for the project heading into 2021.
Take It
‘Take it’ is a legit beauty, a dazzling jewel to uncovered. The debut single from new comer JEWLS showcases a mixture of alternative and moody aesthetics, delivering a real sense of commercial appeal. JEWLS’ husky and sensitive tones reap havoc on the heartstrings of the listener revealing what is truly underneath. An intoxicating release, we wait eagerly for more.
Flies In My Eyes
Melbourne indie rockers The Great Emu War Casualties (Which might be the best band name I’ve seen all year!) release new single ‘Flies in My Eyes’. This three-minute masterpiece reveals the bands' fresh energy and complex ideologies, a true token to the project. The lead single is a snippet into the band's chaotic and shimmering sonics, an enjoyable listen, and a thrilling preview of what's to come in 2021,
NEVERMIND
Youthful and energetic newcomers Samara. release ferocious new single ‘NEVERMIND’. Based on the outskirts of NYC, the band's sound is full of life and passion. Their sound combines a deadly concoction of grungy undertones and modern contemporary rock sound. The song resonated with me and reminded me of early Wolfmother and more contemporary sounds of The Amazons, the section developments are excellent and grow intensely throughout making it a unique and thrilling listening experience.
Waste My Time
Oshua has released a new single ‘Waste My Time’ a song inspired by the mindless scrolling on social media. The track is a plea to stop wasting time and start being productive. Oshua certainly has been productive the track has a real commercial appeal, the hook is infectious and the production is rich in lo-fi groove textured with intricate bedroom pop notions.
Welcome Home
Liv Dawn is a thrilling new artist to look out for in 2021, after being crowned BBC Radio Scotlands singer/songwriter award. Her single 'Welcome Home' is a beautiful composition dazzling with emotion and heartwarming melodies. A record about having a special connection to someone and how it can be affected due to growing up and changes to environments, the track exposes the importance of mental health. Liv Dawn has struck a chord within those who listen, through being sensitive and vulnerable.
All For It
Masok drop intoxicating new single “All For It” a record oozing with originality. A beacon of flashing lights and a playground of synthetic aesthetics, this record shines bright and has us hooked. The four-piece based in Tel Aviv deserves all the attention right now and inspire all who listen to add a bit more color and flavor to the table.
Sideways
Montréals finest ELMNT drops new release ‘Sideways’. Tight production and expressive flow. This record grooves deep and has a strong message running throughout. The melodic work is excellent layering up soulful layers and stacks of harmonies angle this track into a more commercial avenue. It is a big release, what is next for ELMNT?