Spindle Selects: Tracks Of The Week

It’s finally Friday and we have a banging new Spindle Selects Playlist to help you ring it in. Featuring releases from Mitski, Dan Aura, Beach House, Amber Mark and more. Check out the rest of our selects below…

Betta Lemme – I Love The Weekend

With buoyant melancholia, Betta Lemme delivers another frisson-packed anthem titled ‘I Love The Weekend’. The track is from her sophomore EP Ready For The Weekend and taps into the way we often rely on temporary distractions to avoid addressing the real source of our own anxiety. Pairing upbeat melody with moody lyrics, ‘I Love The Weekend’ will make you dance, cry, or all of the above.

Erika Tham ft. Brian Kennedy – Admit It

Multi-talented artist Erika Tham teams up with Grammy Award-winning producer Brian Kennedy in an intimate, live acoustic version of ‘Admit It’. The simple yet exquisite piano chords waltz harmoniously with Erika’s silky vocals, creating a minimalistic and mesmeric atmosphere. This stripped down version really highlights the vulnerability of the track and lets Erika’s voice be the emotional engine of it. 

Dan Aura – Plastic

British pop prince Dan Aura returns to share the title track from his debut EP ‘Plastic’, which is another slice of high-end electro-pop from the newcomer. ‘Plastic’ is a slightly darker sonic take on the 80s inspired electro-synth style we’ve come to expect from Aura and completes the trilogy of powerful pop songs already released from the EP that finally lands this month. Obsessed is an understatement.

Matt Goss – Saved

Matt Goss is an undeniable force to be reckoned with and continues to deliver some of the most recognisable vocals in the business. The new single ‘Saved’ is another teaser of what’s to come on the forthcoming album ‘The Beautiful Unknown’, which is slated for a February 2022 release date. 

Khamari – Doctor My Eyes

Attention indie R&B lovers Khamari is an artist that needs to be on your radar! His latest release ‘Doctor My Eyes‘ is a dreamy track that’s backed by magical acoustic guitar and insightful lyrics. The record also features an inspiring monologue about life and never taking it for granted. Definitely keep an eye out for more releases from Khamari.

Sophie Meiers – Mutt

Rising talent Sophie Meiers is showcasing their alt-pop artistry with their new single ‘Mutt’. The track is filled with lyrics about self-worth and features an epic production that builds throughout the record. Speaking on the single, Mutt says: “For me, mutt is primarily about my own relationship with self-worth and value. It’s a sorta painful sorta sweet confession of devotion and submission. LMAO I didn’t really think I would have to call myself out like this but I guess it’s pretty blatant in the song.”

Vierre Cloud – creation

Sydney based producer Vierre Cloud has unleashed his brand new single creation and it is everything. The song is a psychedelic track that effortlessly blends drum and bass and lo-fi with an upbeat melody. Described as a track “inspired by emotion”, fans of Vierre will easily fall in love with its carefree sound and vibe.

Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak and Silk Sonic – Blast Off

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak have finally released their highly anticipated collaboration ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’. Filled with retro-styled R&B, the record is perfect for anyone looking to spend time with that special someone. Since its initial announcement, the two have released hits like ‘Leave The Door Open’, ‘Skate’, ‘Smokin Out The Window’ and now ‘Blast Off’.

Mitski – The Only Heartbreaker

Mitski is back and better than ever with her brand new single ‘The Only Heartbreaker’. The track comes a few weeks after her previous single, ‘Working for the Knife’, and delivers a retro-pop sound. In true Mitski fashion, the record is filled with gut-wrenching lyrics that will leave fans in a daze for weeks to come. To make the release even better, the creative talent also announced the release date of her highly anticipated album Laurel Hell. February can’t come fast enough.

Amber Mark – Softly

New York-based singer, and songwriter Amber Mark has returned with her brand new single ‘Softly’. The track, which samples Craig David’s ‘Rendezvous’, delivers epic lyrics and showcases Marks signature vocals to the fullest. ‘Softly’ is the fifth single off of her long-awaited debut album Three Dimensions Deep – which is set for release on 28 January.
 

Beach House – Once Twice Melody

After nearly three years, Beach House have finally blessed fans with new music. Their latest single ‘Once Twice Melody’ is part of their 18-track double album, which will be released in four chapters over the next 4 months. Each record off the EP will surely become classic for longtime Beach House fans.

No Rome – I Want U

No Rome is returning to his roots on his brand new release ‘I Want U’. The track is the second single off of his upcoming record It’s All Smiles. The talented artist worked with BJ Burton, who is best known for collaborating with legends like Kanye West, Charli XCX and Bon Iver. Speaking on the track, No Rome says: “This is the first song me and BJ worked on – that’s when we knew we were gonna make this album together. I wanted to do the lyrics more like talking, storytelling almost, painting the picture of what was happening that moment thru lyrics”

Taylor Swift – All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)

After months of teasing, Taylor Swift has finally dropped her re-recorded album of Red. The record includes nine never been released tracks included the highly anticipated ‘All Too Well (10-minute version)’. Alongside the album’s release, Taylor also dropped a video for the heartfelt track that featured Strangers thing star Sadie Sink and Teen Wolf actor Dylan O’Brien.

Tora–i – PBFF

Tora-i gets deep with her brand new track ‘PBFF’. The heartfelt single explores the complexities of a crumbling relationship and how to pick up the pieces when it ends. The track is described as a song “born from pain” but also includes messages of hope and reliance. Speaking on the track Tora says: “PBFF is about acknowledging the lasting effect that people can have on you & rather than it being a permanent stamp it’s about choosing what to take from them as you move forward. “

Kojey Radical – Gangsta

Kojey Radical is back with his latest single “Gangsta”, the second song from his highly anticipated debut album. The new track shows Radical at his most personal with his honest lyrics and incredible vocals over an original live score. The track has been described as an anthem/tribute for the powerful female figures in his life. Radical elaborated on the track in a statement: “Any time I come to a sense of reasoning or a sense of self, it’s normally because of the advice or presence of women around me, whether that’s my mum, my sisters or the mother of my son. This song is a celebration of the of those women and an appreciation of everything they’ve been through. For me, their ability to persevere through everything is the definition of what a gangster actually is.”

Holly Humberstone – Friendly Fire

Holly Humberstone and her critically acclaimed songwriting shine on her brand new release ‘Friendly Fire’. The guitar backed track paints the story of a relationship and the occasional miscommunication that can occur. With its heartfelt message, ‘Friendly Fire’ will have you texting that special someone. Speaking on the record, Holly revealed: “I wrote this song on a very confusing holiday in autumn of last year. Prior to leaving I was going through a lot of big changes in my life (most of which unplanned and unwanted) and it all came to a head with a family loss. The holiday was meant to be some time to heal but it became an agonising period of overthinking about the relationship I was in. Everything I was going through had put a lot of strain on my relationship.“

Nija – On Call

Nija drops her brand new single ‘On Call’ and it’s the perfect for song for R&B enthusiasts. The record is filled with clever lyrics and backed by her fantastic vocals. ‘On Call’ continues Nija’s rise within the music sphere as a music powerhouse.

Make sure to check out the full Spindle Selects Playlist here or below.