Artist of the week

29 April 2025

Artist of The Week is James Lloyd Smith

Artist of the Week is James Lloyd Smith.

Kent-based, indie-folk songwriter James Lloyd Smith returns with a beautifully reflective new single, ‘Lake Walk’.

A gentle blend of Nick Drake’s calm, Joni Mitchell’s lyrical grace, and Sufjan Stevens’ lo-fi warmth, ‘Lake Walk’ captures the serenity of the English countryside. Written during a deeply introspective period, the track is inspired by evening walks around the lake at Hever Castle & Gardens in Edenbridge – a ritual that brought solace and shaped the song’s atmosphere.

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Entirely self-produced on a well-worn 2011 laptop, the song’s charm is only deepened by its humble roots. The warm guitar tones come from a £10 eBay parlour guitar, layered with glockenspiel (inspired by Pet Sounds), brushed snares, piano, and both electric and double bass – all recorded in bedrooms, classrooms, and friends’ homes.

‘Lake Walk’ is a heartfelt ode to stillness, simplicity, and the healing power of nature – perfect listening for slow mornings, quiet evenings, or your own countryside stroll.

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23 April 2025

Artist of the Week is WOAHGETTER

Our Artist of the Week is WOAHGETTER.

Following the release of ‘I Can’t Love You Anymore’, alt-indie collective WOAHGETTER returns with ‘Even Dad Had A Fiver On Love’ – a sharp, surreal take on modern romance.

Blending angular guitars, chamber-pop strings and infectious melodies, the Northampton group delivers a manic internal monologue on love, doubt, and disillusionment – anchored by a sardonic baritone and backed by five (allegedly unrelated) voices.

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WOAHGETTER’s self-production keeps things raw, restless and oddly uplifting. Imagine The National with a hangover and Father John Misty cracking jokes in the corner.

With just two singles to their name, WOAHGETTER are already gaining a reputation for ambitious songwriting and boundary-pushing live shows. ‘Even Dad Had A Fiver On Love’ is another bold, brilliant step forward.

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16 April 2025

Artist of The Week is Casey Lowery

Our Artist of the Week is Casey Lowery.

Rising indie artist Casey Lowery returns with his powerful new single ‘Blood Related’, taken from his debut EP Lekkerland, which was released on April 4th. The track explores themes of chosen family, emotional growth, and resilience, showcasing Casey’s heartfelt songwriting and distinctive sound.

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The EP Lekkerland draws from South African slang meaning “something good”, and reflects a personal journey toward positivity, balance, and creative clarity. Inspired by time spent in a coastal caravan inherited from his grandfather, Casey found a new perspective – and a deeper well of inspiration.

Following the success of Low Mood Season – with over 300K streams in a week and global radio support – Casey continues to build momentum. With multiple sold-out tours, a headline show at London’s KOKO, and growing fanbases in Australia and South Africa, he’s fast becoming one of the UK’s most compelling indie voices.

All without a label.

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8 April 2025

Artist of The Week is McCabe

Artist of the week is McCabe.

McCabe’s new single ‘Vicious’ marks his return with a fresh blend of soulful grooves and experimental sounds which is set for release this Friday.

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The track, ‘Vicious‘ – a reflective take on past relationships with a mix of pop, hip-hop, and vintage soul influences – sets the stage for his debut LP Sunset Boulevard.

Produced alongside Patrick James Fitzroy, ‘Vicious’ delivers introspective lyrics about the regrets of a past relationship and the need for separation to move on.

McCabe readies for a headline show on April 17th at Paper Dress Vintage.

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1 April 2025

Artist of The Week is St. Catherine’s Child

Our Artist of the Week is St. Catherine’s Child.

Indie folk/Americana artist St. Catherine’s Child (Ilana Zsigmond) returns with ‘Negative Space’ – the first glimpse of her debut album ‘This Might Affect You’ (to be released on June 15th). Co-written with Toria Wooff, the track explores the disorienting nature of grief, capturing the feeling of becoming unrecognisable in loss.

Accompanied by an intimate music video featuring the friends who helped her through, ‘Negative Space’ is the first step into an album that chronicles her father’s illness and passing.

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Recorded live with Mercury-nominated producer David Glover and mastered at Abbey Road Studios, ‘This Might Affect You’ blends folk, punk, and rock, embracing raw imperfection. With past releases earning millions of streams and recognition from the UK Americana Music Association, she is poised to make a lasting impact.

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