MUSIC ROUNDUP: May Releasese 2023

Becky Sikasa - Dreaming on 5htp

Taking The Great Escape and Wide Days by storm, R&B sensation Becky Sikasa continues to create craft her smoky Neo-soul stylings on the new single ‘Dreaming on 5htp’. This track paints a fickle picture of broken hearts and dreams clouded with euphoric chemicals. Sikasa’s vocals and lyrics weave perfectly around the smooth instrumental that will soundtrack the weary summer nights for years to come.

Blair Davie - To Miss You

Hailing from Perth, singer/songwriter Blair Davie began his music career at the age of 12 and since then has been perfecting his craft. On this latest single ‘Die Beside You’, Davie binds together a stunning acoustic power-ballad with lyrics that reach directly for the heartstrings. Tender words wrap around the strummed acoustic guitar as the rhythm section lock in together in a bombastic fusion.

Big Miz, Theo Bleak - Let The Smoke Out

Glasgow House aficionado Big Miz has teamed up with Dundee legend Theo Bleak to craft this stunning new track ‘Let The Smoke Out’. With all the trimmings of a classic Techno track, both artists excel in their talents as the track breathes into life with atmospheric synths. When the bass drums and throbbing bass synths kick in with Bleak’s enchanting vocal performance the song takes on a new level of sonic elation.

Casual Worker - Model Number

The new EP from Goth-Pop outfit Casual Worker ‘Model Number’ is the bands second serving of thick synths and eerie vocal melodies. The title track is a driving force of dense bass lines and waves of reverb, bolstering the track with oscillating chords and guitar stabs. With a support slot at Slime City’s headline at St Lukes and this years Kelburn Garden Party the band are set to have a fantastic summer ahead of the.

Helicon - Tae The Moon

Underground Psych heroes Helicon are back with their third studio album ‘God Intentions’ on Fuzz Club Records. A blistering whirlwind of fuzzy guitars and thundering bass that will launch you into a different orbit. ‘Tae The Moon’ is a monstrous distorted beast that gallops into its climax, while everything from strings and synth drones whizz past you on this interstellar trip.

Joell - Run

Contemporary Pop/R&B artist Joell has been crafting his talents in to a fine art, combining the best parts of different genres with his own heartfelt and sincere perspective. With his new EP ‘MAMACITA’ due to be released June 1st is an honest display of growth and freedom. With the latest single ‘Run’, Joell conveys these feelings through his use of acoustic chords and a more subtle and sincere beat.

Moni Jitchell - Hell of a Yeah

The feral and fun antics of Moni Jitchell know no bounds on this latest single ‘Hell of a Yeah’. The Glasgow based duo make enough noise than all the other rock bands put together, the veracious guitar squeals and frantic drums charge through at a breakneck speed. With a UK tour coming up including a spot on Glasgow’s Core fest, this fury is not to be missed.

Rudi Zygadlo - In The Midden

Your mystic tour guide has arrived in the form of a moustachioed Rudi Zygadlo, he takes your hand on your journey to his upcoming third album Doggerland. With ‘In the Midden’ being the second single ahead of the album release, Zygaldo continues to form bouncy, synthetic yet vibrantly human sounds. Falsetto backing harmonies reenforce the stellar chorus hook while the guitar lines throw melodies around like a tossed salad. Doggerland will be release June 2023 on Zygaldo’s own record label RZ Records.

Tina Sandwich - Sick Girl

One of Glasgow’s rising stars Tina Sandwich has gone from enclosed space of The Priory to opening up the main stage at Belladrum. With this latest cut ‘Sick Girl’ it is clear that this upward trajectory is well deserved. Meshing together the synthetic elements of Pop music with the races energy and theatrics of Rock and Post-Punk. Slapping you with lyrics laden with sass and fizzing guitar chords, ‘Sick Girl’ signals a landmark in the career of the burgeoning Miss Sandwich.

The Joy Hotel - Old Man’s Eyes

Glasgow’s very own supergroup The Joy Hotel have been tearing up venues across the UK, with appearances at Liverpool Sound City and The Great Escape. With their debut album arriving later this year, each single is a peak behind the curtain to this eagerly awaited LP. ‘Old Man’s Eyes’ is brimming with fervent passion, glistening slide guitar leads slink through the immense instrumental with the dual harmonies of Emma Woods and Luke Boyce adding another layer of beauty.