Rosa Walton

Rosa Walton (Nicole Ngai)

Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma, Walton steps further into her own creative world on Heart To Heartbreak, a dazzling slice of emotionally charged synth-pop that balances heartbreak, liberation and self-discovery in equal measure. Inspired by the emotional depth of The Cure and Prefab Sprout, the track layers sparkling guitars, lush synth textures and soaring melodies into one of her most immediate solo releases to date.

Lyrically, the song captures the strange duality that follows the collapse of a relationship — the devastation of loss intertwined with the sudden possibility of freedom and renewal.

“This is a song about feeling like everything in your life has shattered but realising that relationship was holding you back and the world is opening up,” Walton explains. “I wanted this song to feel really visual, like things are starting to sparkle and look colourful again.”

Premiered by Jodie Bryant on BBC Radio 1’s Future Pop, the single continues the growing momentum surrounding Walton’s solo material following previous releases Halfway Round The World and Sorry Anyway. The latter introduced listeners to the vibrant sonic palette and emotional honesty at the heart of Tell Me It’s A Dream, pairing hook-heavy indie-pop with themes of vulnerability, identity and self-acceptance.

The album itself marks a significant new chapter for Walton creatively. Originally conceived during lockdown writing sessions with producer Sam E Yamaha, the material evolved over time as Walton refined both her songwriting voice and the emotional scope of the record. Co-produced alongside acclaimed producer David Wrench — known for his work with FKA twigs, Jamie xx and Frank Ocean — the album embraces warmth, escapism and creative freedom, while retaining the introspective lyricism that has defined Walton’s work to date.

Recorded during sessions at StudiOwz in Wales alongside guitarist John Victor, bassist Kam Khan and drummer Elena Costa, the record also features a guest appearance from longtime collaborator Jenny Hollingworth on album highlight Prettier Things.

Outside of Let’s Eat Grandma, Walton has already carved out an impressive solo résumé. Her song I Really Want To Stay At Your House, written for Cyberpunk 2077, became a global streaming phenomenon with over 400 million streams, introducing her songwriting to an even wider audience and cementing her status as one of modern pop’s most distinctive voices.

Musically, Tell Me It’s A Dream appears to channel a broader and more cinematic vision, blending dream-pop, indie electronica and expansive alternative pop into a deeply personal but universally resonant collection.

“Tell Me It’s A Dream is about being ambitious and seeing enhanced beauty in the world,” Walton says. “It’s about striving for ultimate freedom. A lot of the attitude in these songs is about following your dreams — and that’s exactly what I intend to do.”

Alongside the album release, Walton will hit the road for a series of intimate UK shows later this year, following appearances at The Great Escape Festival and a run of special record store performances in June.

Upcoming UK Tour Dates:

MAY
15th – Brighton, Chalk (Transgressive Takeover at The Great Escape)

JUNE
4th – Nottingham, Rough Trade Nottingham
5th – London, Rough Trade East
6th – Bristol, Rough Trade Bristol

SEPTEMBER
14th – Glasgow, Hug & Pint
15th – Manchester, YES Basement
17th – London, The Lower Third
18th – Norwich, Voodoo Daddy’s

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Glu

Glu (David Dean)

The track arrives as the latest preview of GLU’s forthcoming PONY BOY EP, set for release on 14th August, and further showcases the project’s shape-shifting blend of indie rock, dance-pop and emotionally charged songwriting. Built around warm grooves, hazy synth textures and an instantly infectious hook, LA captures the bittersweet nostalgia and magnetic pull of Southern California living.

For Shuman, the song is deeply personal. Having spent much of his life touring the globe, LA reflects his enduring connection to his hometown and the unique atmosphere that continues to draw him back.

“Being an LA native, I have a lot of pride for this city,” Shuman explains. “I’ve been on the road most of my life, but I’m always drawn back home to LA. Long term, it’s hard to imagine anywhere else I’d rather live. This song represents that nostalgic feeling of endless summer.”

Originally written and recorded four years ago, the track finally sees the light of day in what feels like perfect timing for the season, elevated further by Lily James’ airy guest vocal performance. The long-time friendship between the pair gives the collaboration an effortless chemistry that runs throughout the song.

LA follows a string of increasingly adventurous GLU releases that have steadily pushed the project beyond “side project” status. Earlier singles PONY BOY and a reimagined version of Jennifer Paige’s late-’90s hit Crush hinted at the eclectic sonic direction of the forthcoming EP, while previous breakout track BOOGIE MAN earned significant streaming traction and landed a major sync placement in MLB The Show ‘25 alongside music from Kendrick Lamar and De La Soul.

Since launching GLU in 2023 with the debut MY DEMONS EP, Shuman has used the project as a vehicle for raw self-expression, tackling themes including addiction, trauma, anxiety and identity through a genre-fluid lens. Musically, the project has drawn comparisons to artists such as Jamiroquai, Gorillaz and Mac Miller, while still maintaining a distinctive personality of its own.

That momentum has carried over onto the live stage too. GLU has spent the past two years building a reputation as a compelling live act through headline shows and tours across the UK, Europe and the US, sharing stages with the likes of The Kills, Blood Red Shoes and Miles Kane. Earlier this year, the project also supported The Blue Stones on a run of major UK dates, including London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town.

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Michael Shuman & Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age @ Royal Albert Hall (Kalpesh Patel)

With PONY BOY now on the horizon, GLU continues to emerge as one of the most intriguing and unpredictable alternative projects orbiting modern rock and indie music — blending vulnerability, experimentation and undeniable hooks into something entirely its own.

Upcoming UK Tour Dates:

JULY
26th – Manchester, YES (Pink Room)
27th – Glasgow, Attic Bar – Glasgow Garage
31st – London, The Lower Third

AUGUST
1st – Bristol, Rough Trade Bristol

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SOFY

SOFY (Oliver Day, ARLODAY)

Built around infectious hooks, biting lyricism and SOFY’s trademark blend of humour and honesty, DooYaa captures the artist at her most direct. Written during a period where she was juggling multiple jobs while trying to sustain momentum in music, the track channels her growing frustration at watching opportunities handed to others through connections and privilege rather than hard work.

The single offers the first glimpse into How To Perform Magic, a deeply personal record that marks a major artistic evolution for SOFY. Written and recorded in Camden alongside longtime collaborator Edward Denholm, the album was created largely in isolation before being mixed by Nathan Boddy. While previous releases showcased a brighter, more playful indie-pop sound, this new era sees SOFY embracing darker textures and more introspective themes.

Across the album, she explores burnout, imposter syndrome, anxiety and emotional exhaustion, all filtered through a sound that blends britpop, trip-hop, garage rock and breakbeats. Influences ranging from Massive Attack and The xx to Radiohead can be felt throughout, but the result remains unmistakably SOFY—hook-heavy, emotionally raw and fiercely self-aware.

The record’s title reflects the emotional push and pull at the heart of the project. For SOFY, songwriting became a way of transforming chaos into something meaningful—a form of escapism and self-preservation during a period where the pressures of modern music culture and constant online visibility left her feeling disconnected from herself and her creativity.

Visually, How To Perform Magic signals a dramatic shift too. Moving away from the bright, bubblegum aesthetic associated with her earlier releases, this new chapter embraces darker imagery and gothic undertones, reflecting the emotional weight behind the music. The result is an album that feels both cathartic and transformative, balancing moments of vulnerability with defiance and resilience.

SOFY

SOFY (Oliver Day, ARLODAY)

Despite the heavier themes, there remains a powerful sense of determination running throughout the record. SOFY’s willingness to confront difficult emotions head-on while refusing to compromise creatively is what makes How To Perform Magic feel so compelling. It’s the sound of an artist reclaiming her identity and rediscovering her love for making music on her own terms.

Alongside the album announcement, SOFY has also confirmed a run of UK festival appearances this summer, including support slots with The Libertines and Kasabian.

Upcoming UK Tour Dates:

JUNE
14th – Plymouth, Discovery Festival (supporting The Libertines)

JULY
4th – London, Finsbury Park (supporting Kasabian)

AUGUST
1st – Valley Fest, Somerset

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Lily Moore

Lily Moore (Emily Marcovecchio)

The track arrives as one of Lily’s most personal releases to date, capturing the struggle between chasing perfection and learning to embrace every emotion that comes with being human. Blending soulful vocals with a warm, uplifting energy, Feel All The Feels channels vulnerability into something celebratory, encouraging listeners to stop running from difficult emotions and instead fully embrace them.

Speaking about the song, Moore explained that the track was born from a desire to let go of the pressure to remain endlessly positive and in control. Rather than masking discomfort or anxiety, Feel All The Feels becomes an anthem for accepting the messier, more chaotic parts of life—an honest reflection on growth, resilience and emotional freedom.

The release also closes the chapter on Grown Up Girl Regrets, a project that has further cemented Moore’s reputation as one of the UK’s most emotionally resonant rising artists. Across the EP, she balances raw lyricism with polished contemporary pop-soul production, exploring themes of self-doubt, relationships, healing and identity with striking openness.

Over recent months, Moore’s momentum has continued to build, with support across national radio and television helping introduce her music to an even wider audience. Her ability to combine deeply personal songwriting with infectious melodies has seen her steadily grow a devoted fanbase, while her commanding live performances continue to establish her as one of the most exciting emerging voices in UK pop and soul.

That rise looks set to continue throughout 2026, with a packed summer of festival appearances ahead before she joins Picture This on their UK and European tour later this year. The run of dates will give audiences across the continent the chance to experience Moore’s emotionally charged songs in a live setting, where her soulful delivery and intimate storytelling truly shine.

With Feel All The Feels, Lily Moore closes this era not with polished perfection, but with honesty, warmth and an empowering message about embracing every part of yourself—even the uncomfortable bits.

UK & Ireland Tour Dates:

MAY
14th – Brighton, The Great Escape Festival (Waterbear @ 21:30)
16th – Sheffield, Get Together Festival (13:00)

JULY/AUGUST
30th July-2nd August – Lowther Deer Park, Kendal Calling

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Bodega

Bodega (Pooneh Ghana)

Accompanied by a self-directed video from guitarist and vocalist Ben Hozie, the track captures BODEGA’s signature mix of wit and social observation, while pushing their sound into fresh territory. Set against the backdrop of an imagined awkward dinner date, Pick Up The Check explores the emotional toll of staying in unfulfilling relationships—romantic or otherwise—and the quiet liberation that comes from walking away.

Sonically, the single signals a shift. Recorded in Leeds with producer Matt Peel—known for his work with Yard Act—the track marks the first time the band have stepped outside New York to record. The sessions took place in a deconsecrated church studio, adding an atmospheric edge to the process, before being mixed in Brighton by Theo Verney.

While BODEGA have often been associated with post-punk, their latest material looks to broaden that identity. Drawing inspiration from late ’80s and early ’90s alternative rock, the band lean into a warmer, more expansive sound palette—one that nods to the likes of The Stone Roses and Jane’s Addiction—while still retaining the sharp lyrical edge that defined earlier releases such as Endless Scroll, Broken Equipment and Our Brand Could Be Your Life.

The new single arrives as BODEGA prepare for a run of international live dates, including a return to the UK this September. Among those shows is a special headline appearance at London’s iconic 100 Club, offering fans a chance to experience the band in an intimate setting.

With Pick Up The Check, BODEGA continue to evolve—balancing their art-school sensibilities with a growing appetite for bigger, more immersive sounds, while maintaining the observational bite that has set them apart.

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