Okay let’s be real for a second, if you didn’t love Ashley Tisdale’s debut album in 2007 can you even call yourself a pop fan? Thanks to her breakthrough role as Sharpay Evans in High School Musical, she delivered a mix of slick and angsty pop songs on her records ‘Headstrong’ and ‘Guilty Pleasure’. Taking…

It’s been over a year since Washington premiered a whole set of new material at BigSound and I was beginning to question if we would ever get to hear more of that new music. After reimagining her new sound she has finally returned with the lead single from her forthcoming third studio album. ‘Claws’ is…

Timing is a very interesting thing and in this fast paced media world sometimes things can come across unintentionally negative, when they honestly came from a good place. And Ariana Grande’s surprise new single is one of those moments. ‘Thank You, Next’ was released in full spur of the moment after a clip from an…

It’s not often that you find a debut album full of confidence and raw energy but that’s exactly what Glades deliver on their first full length offering. ‘To Love You’ is a bold and bright collection of harmonic synths layered with vulnerable storytelling and slick hooks. From a first listen you will be hooked by…

Minimalism has always been Matt Corby’s strength and for his highly anticipated sophomore album he has continued to strip things back and let it all come naturally. ‘Rainbow Valley’ is an experimental and soothing collection of 11 songs that orchestrally take you on a dreamy journey of emotions. You can tell that he’s all loved…

Heartbreak can be a very confusing and emotional time but the one thing that will always be there to help you through these dark times is music. It’s a constant reminder that you are not alone in these situations and that there is someone else who feels the same way as you or has been…

Okay, this is officially a pop emergency! Carly Rae Jepsen is back and she’s as confident, empowering and catchy as ever. ‘Party For One’ is a bold and catchy lead single that hears her leaving the gimmicks behind. Previously her lead singles have been cheesy but fun pop moments that go viral and chart but…

Lucy Neville was first introduced to us in 2015 with her moody and dreamy indie-pop EP ‘Lady’ that resonated a similarity with the likes of Ellie Goulding. Over the years she has evolved and grown not just as an artist but also as a young woman and in turn has found a more confident side…

An artist should always be able to be an artist and that’s that. No matter how big they are or how much success they have, that should never impact on what they release as they should always be allowed to be their authentic selves. In Anne-Marie’s case, she has become on of the biggest UK…

Sabrina Carpenter is really the dark horse of the Disney alumni. Her sophomore album ‘Evolution’ was an impressive fusion of pop and electronic music that showcased a real depth to her vocals and lyrics. It wasn’t as cookie-cutter as previous releases from fellow Disney alumni nor did she seem like she was being anyone but…