Spindle Selects: Tracks Of The Week
We have a brand new Spindle Selects Playlist for your sunny Friday. Featuring all new releases from Alfie Templeman, Joy Crookes, Omar Apollo, Charli XCX and more. Check out the rest of our selects below…
Leah Capelle – did we have a good day, baby?
Leah Capelle perfectly embodies the trials, triumphs, and emotional rollercoaster one experiences through a breakup in her debut full-length LP triptych. By track 10 (aka ’did we have a good day, baby?’), Leah encapsulates that very moment you hit a wall with no sense of right from wrong. As she dives deep into the growing toxicity between her and her lover, Leah’s soothing vocals alongside soft guitar strands transcend into an emotional cry for help over chaotic drums. Hit play on this record if you need a little help finding yourself today.
Miller Blue – Us
Miller Blue has done it again and released a banger with his track ‘Us’. The new record blends the addicting sounds of R&B, soul, and bits of pop. Between the songs romantic lyrical content, and unique production, Miller Blue is effortlessly creating music of substance and quality.
Joeboy – Call
Afropop star Joeboy released his carefree track ‘Call,’ and we simply can’t get enough. The new track is filled with high energy beats and Joeboy’s undeniable confidence. If you love this new record from the rising star brace yourselves for his debut album – coming out later this year.
ØHENRY – Put It in Park
Emerging artist ØHENRY is holding nothing back in his new track, ‘Put It in Park’. The new record is packed with cheeky lyrics and a trap-infused production. Born and raised in California, the rising talent is expertly bringing his sizzling confidence to the forefront.
Alfie Templeman – Happiness In Liquid Form
Rising star Alfie Templeman has done it again with the release of his new track ‘Happiness In Liquid Form’. The new song beautifully mixes elements of psychedelic rock with a dash of indie-pop. Speaking of the track, Templeman states, “‘ Happiness…’ is the most colourful sugary disco-pop song I’ve put out so far. It came about so easily one day in the studio with Justin from the Vaccines and his right hand man Will, and by the end of the day, we knew we had something special on our hands.”
Yxng Bane – Section
Sounding like it came straight out of the early noughties era, Yxng Bane’s new track ‘Section’ is must-have for your weekend plans. Discussing his come up in the industry, Yxng Bane goes in on the haters with his slick bars and fire production.
Lennon Stella – Fear Of Being Alone
Lennon Stella’s new track ‘Fear Of Being Alone’ tackles the hard questions while simultaneously being dance bop. The new record discusses the natural fear of being alone and how holding on to relationships isn’t always about love. The relatable record is backed by an eerie electric production that will have you wanting to dance your fears away.
Rico Nasty – Popstar
Unapologetic, unique, and futuristic are three ways to describe Rico Nasty’s new track ‘Popstar’. The ‘Lightning’ rapper also dropped a visual for the record, which was co-directed and created by Rico Nasty herself. Check it out below…
Twenty One Pilots – Level Of Concern
Twenty One Pilots’ new track is the perfect quarantine track to raise your spirits during this confusing time. Not only is this song a hopeful and encouraging record, a portion of the proceeds from the track will be going to the global relief fund Crew Nation.
Joy Crookes – Anyone But Me
Joy Crookes is stripping down her emotional layers on her new record, ‘Anyone But Me’. Touching on topics like loneliness, self-doubt, and fear of love, the songstress, delivers soulful vocals that are full of passion and heartache.
Maya Delilah – U R U
Bringing some silky smooth vocals and a 70’s style production, Maya Delilah and her track ‘U R U’ is a new hit for the rising songstress. The new record is filled with romantic and sweet lyrics that will have you wishing you were near that special someone.
Kojey Radical – Proud Of You
Kojey Radical has done it yet again and released a fire track with ‘Proud Of You.’ The new single serves as a followup to his 2019 project. Speaking on the track, Kojey states, “I always seem to forget to reflect and really consider how far I’ve come since I started. The pace of life never really gave me the opportunity to. With all the chaos going on, I felt like this song is a perfect way to help remind people to consider what makes you proud of you.”
Selena Gomez – Boyfriend
Selena Gomez sings about wanting a boo thang in her new song ‘Boyfriend‘. Making it clear she doesn’t ‘need’ a man, the songstress discusses the desire of wanting a relationship and her countless encounters with the wrong guys.
Alexander 23 – IDK You Yet
Alexander 23 has dropped his intimate new record ‘IDK You Yet’. Written last week, the rising singer-songwriter first uploaded a demo on the video app TikTok. Speaking on the inspiration for the record, Alexander 23 states, “This song is about feeling a void in your heart,” Alexander says. “I think especially with everything that’s going on in the world right now, people are feeling incomplete. I know I am.”
Omar Apollo – Imagine U
Emerging star Omar Apollo simply wows in his new song ‘Imagine U’. Omar wears the co-producing hat on the new track, which has an electric-psychedelic sound. The rising artist doesn’t disappoint on the romantic record.
RAT BOY – BRAVE NEW WORLD
23-year-old RAT BOY has released a high energy new track ‘BRAVE NEW WORLD’. The new song unapologetically tackles the world’s problems with mentions of , military tests, war, and the global pandemic. RAT BOY track encompasses what a lot the world may be feeling, and we have to stan.
Charli XCX – forever
Charli has blessed listeners with a beautiful pop banger for all of our quarantine needs. Since it’s Charli XCX, the song has a unique and futuristic pop sound which fans of her Charli album will gravitate to. Excuse us while we go play ‘forever’ on repeat.
Piers James – Garden of Eden
Piers James new track ‘Garden of Eden’ is like honey to the ears with its poetic nature and introspective lyrics. Backed by a jazz-infused production, the MC discusses the growth and his past mistakes in relationships throughout the record. With his hybrid sound and style, ‘Garden of Eden’ is must listen
Oscar Welsh – Weird Times
‘Weird Times’ is a dreamscape record that will have you floating in the clouds all weekend. The new record’s airy vocals and flighty lyrics is perfect to listen to while soaking in the Friday sun from your living room.
Cadet feat. Swarmz – Roley
The posthumous album of legendary rapper Cadet has finally been released to critical acclaim. Produced by his cousin Krept, the new album is a love letter to the fallen rapper and his insane talent. His track ‘Roley’ is a fun upbeat record that will instantly raise listeners’ spirits for days to come. Along with ‘Roley’ other standouts include ‘Dope Boy’, ‘Support Me’, ‘Damages’, and more…
The Strokes – Brooklyn Bridge To Chorus
‘Brooklyn Bridge To Chorus’ is the perfect track for you to fulfill your pop-punk needs. Coming off the band’s new album ‘The New Abnormal’ The Strokes have proven that they haven’t lost their touch in creating some good ole rock-n-roll.
Gorillaz feat. Peter Hook and Georgia – Aries
Gorillaz has officially released the third episode of their Song Machine series, and the band partners up with Peter Hook and pop star Georgia. The alt-pop song is a calming banger that will have all Aries signs feeling warm and empowered. Speaking on the track Gorillaz guitarist Noodle states, “Highly impatient and competitive, many Aries have the fighting spirit of your mythological ruler.”
Leon Bridges feat. John Mayer – Inside Friend
Leon Bridges and John Mayer make sweet, sweet music together on their new song ‘Inside Friend’. The track has a hybrid sound that merges the realms of dreamy pop and R&B. Along with the goosebump-inducing harmonies, and guitar riffs ‘Inside Friend’ needs to be a staple on your ‘Chill Playlist’.
Make sure to check out all our selects on our Spotify playlist below…
