Sudanese-Canadian poet, sings, songwriter and filmmaker has unveiled his much anticipated debut LP, Dunya. With dazzling acoustic guitar playing laying a sincere song foundation, the record brim with emotion and well-crafted, narrative-driven songwriting.

Crowd-pleasing Scottish DJ and producer Barry Can’t Swim is back, finally releasing a fan favourite track that has been ever present on the festival circuit this summer. “Still Riding” samples Kali Uchis’ 2015 classic “Ridin Round”, and is an infectious and euphoric dance-floor ready heater.

Amongst the most exciting names in UK dance music, TSHA has unveiled her new full-length album, Sad Girl, via Ninja Tune. The record boasts contributions from Master Peace, Caroline Byrne, Rose Gray and more, and plays out as an eclectic, emotionally adept and effervescent body of work, with the producer stepping further into fully-formed artistry with more emphasis on her songwriting and the use of her own vocals.

Emerging Nottingham band Divorce have announced their debut album, Drive to Goldenhammer, set for release next March. The lead single, “All My Freaks” is an affable, sun-kissed and anthemic number that places a market down for the increasingly backed indie quartet.

South London, British-Bengali artist Tara Lily, has released her stunning debut album, Speak In The Dark, a record transgressing jazz, electronica, trip-hop and alternative R&B through her distinct South Asian cultural lens. The debut full-length is an artistic representation of her emotional highs and lows with ADHD. Often recorded in the nocturnal hours by way of improv-jams, the body of work is also inspired heavily by Tara’s travels through Asia and her journey of reconnecting with her own cultural roots in India. Produced solely by Dom Valentino, the 10-track project includes collaborations with GRAMMY-nominated American jazz trumpeter Theo Croker and UK-Bengali lyricist Surya Sen, as well as a stellar line-up of guest musicians including saxophonist Jazz Lee, Indian classical virtuoso Akash Parekah, Mei Kirby, and additional instrumentation from King Krule. One of the most powerful young female voices coming from our shores, Tara’s seeking out of an international musical community genuinely inspires as a path less-trodden – but her new music – as witnessed on her debut album stands as a marker that the biggest treasures are often found in unexpected and hard-to-find places.

Grammy-nominated duo continue to flaunt their gorgeous musicality with the release of “Options”. Enlisting the dazzling vocals of Farah Audhali, the act revel in richness on the new track, a stylistic stride into wide-ranging sonic terrain. Audhali’s performance is little short of spellbinding too.

Hackney singer-songwriter Amahla has dropped a new EP “Ooooh Honey!”, a beautifully executed and sharply curated project that merges jazz, soul and R&B tendencies. Amahla’s refined songwriting and sultry vocals shine through across the rewarding listen.

The third single plucked from his forthcoming debut album Night Golf, Yenkee’s new cut “Last Saturday Night” is a tender, ethereal indie pop number. From the idiosyncratic, Barry Lyndon inspired visuals to Yenkee’s deft, giving vocal performance, this one’s a winner.

Lord Apex’s brand new EP, “Where’s Your Feet?” sees the Londoner speaking to the power of cultural impact and his own rise as an artist through seven immaculately produced soundtracks crafted by in-demand Brazilian producer El Lif. From the moody, soulful offering of “Raise The Price” to the fast-paced sleek bars of “Discovery”, and shimmering sounds of “Tootsie Roll”, the new project is quintessentially Lord Apex and stands as another marker of the London talent’s unrelenting creative drive following his biggest ever UK+EU headline tour and recent standout performances at Glastonbury, Cross The Tracks (which saw him rap with Madlib across his set) and Boomtown Festival.

Successfully sampling Radiohead is no mean feat, but UK rap’s rapid riser Pozer manages to style it out with nuance and charisma. “Puppies” is hard-hitting and memorable, with the the iconic synths from “Everything In Its Right Place” proving a slick backdrop for the Croydon artist to lyrically flex atop of.

US rap mainstay and recent Grammy winner (for his J. Cole collaboration “All My Life”) Lil Durk is back with “Turn Up A Notch”. The new single sees Durk gliding across the sparse instrumental melodically, detailing his rise from struggle to success.

Fresh on the scene rapper LeoStayTrill shows his impressive technical ability on “Jimi Hendrix”, a fiery new drill cut. Enlisting French rapper Kerchak for a dominating feature, the cut will undoubtedly do the rounds on socials.

Avant garde production act Two Shell have been lighting up dance floors of late, and recently collaborated with Sugababes and FKA twigs respectively. This new cut, “Everybody Worldwide” is a head-bopping, bohemian bit of brilliance plucked from their forthcoming self-titled debut album, due 25th October.

Parisian DJ, producer and creative MANSO̶U̶R̶ taps Kensington pioneer Sam Wise for his latest heater “EARLYMORNINGS!”. Spacey synths and rolling bass lines collide to create a stylish foundation for Sam to flex his chilling cadence with typical finesse. The hazy, midnight soundwaves swirl as a tour de force while the electric, DIY visuals provide an honest and psychedelic insight into the duo’s vigorous lifestyles. From Paris to London, MANSO̶U̶R̶’s aggressive DIY mentality not only musically but visually marks him as one of the most exciting and naturally creative new names crashing into UK airwaves.

Soul newcomer Darcy Toyn shares a sophomore single “Orange”, a sultry showcase of her luscious vocals and vivid songwriting. Backed by jazz-inflected chords and snappy production, the track is groovy, confident, and tenderly cinematic.

Cult London rapper CLBRKS is known for his emblematic producer-MC collaborative tapes, and strikes again with CLBELLIC. A joint project with Finnish producer NickyDiesel, the album sees CL in typically raucous form, his unique tone and idiosyncratic lyricism, charismatically riding Nicky’s slick, adventurous old school production.

NYC-born, London-based alternative jazz beatsmith—know for viral hit “Lou’s Tune” with Moses Boyd—is back with a single that bursts with soulful goodness. “Save You” is gentle and gregarious, a rich and redeeming listen with some gorgeous instrumental additions popping up here and there.

After walking for Skepta’s infamous MAINS 25 show earlier this month, North London trailblazer ThaFirst continues to impress across his new rap heater “7ORMORE.”. Supplying an electric narration of inner-city pressure and ambition, his distinctive style and lyrical focus surface alongside bright, swirling vocal chops and heavy-set bass, providing groundwork for his intricate flows and flashy one-liners. Paired with a thrilling set of visuals bouncing between the roads and Big Smoke Festival, ThaFirst’s visionary conviction is creating real impact across the creative sphere from the streets to main stage.

Emerging London singer-songwriter Siobhán Winifred’s debut EP is full of subtle brilliance. “Don’t Do Well Alone”, released via Chess Club Records, breathes in vulnerability, the artist’s measured emotion flowing out of each cadence. It’s really lovely work from a promising new alternative talent.

Portugal-born, London-based musician Sebastián Mayor continues his exploratory journey of café-napkin songwriting, timid grooves, bossa nova influences, and buttery smooth vocals in “Something Special.” The single is Mayor’s follow-up release from his self-produced debut EP “Second Serve”, set to debut later this year — a self-described project about “all things second-best.”

Progressive duo Dar Disku’s self-titled debut album is disco-tinged and endearing. Boasting a wide range of features and a magnetic cross-culture sound, it’s a dynamic listen that takes influence from  Egyptian folk, Turkish psych, Ethiopian jazz, and more.

Forward-thinking in its sonic choices, “wolf”, the captivating new track from alt front-runner Laurel Smith is a individualistic merging of styles and moods. Progressing through phases with immersive ease, it’s a cinematic and anthemic experience worth taking in with the video accompaniment.

A leading duo in the UK underground’s right now, grime-to-garage MC Capo Lee and talented beatsmith bullet tooth share their joint mixtape “POUND & DOLLA”. Standout track “ROSE & TULIPS” comes accompanied by an entertaining visual, with Capo’s charming dominance atop bullet tooth’s groove-laden instrumental shining through.

East London’s newcomer FromJerome emerges onto the scene with debut project ”Before The Sun Sets”. The concept follows a summer love story full of highs and low’s which sonically blends Dancehall, Afrobeats and House in a sound he calls ‘Afro-Hall’. Standout track, “Favourite Stranger”, sees Jerome reminiscing about what could have been if the relationship fulfilled its potential.

One of the brightest stars in Paris right now, Eugénie offers a sincere take on modern love across her new EP and short film “All Access”. Orbiting around the metaphor of an ‘AAA pass’, the EP illustrates the complexities of gaining internal access to someone’s life while exploring deeper connections. The powerful short film, bridging spaces between each track on the EP, follows a journey through Paris; a dark, hazy backdrop laying groundwork for sharp cuts and intimate camera work to personify Eugénie’s chaotic affirmations, both heartbroken and self-aware as she wrestles with the complexities of love and lust.

Nigerian singer-songwriter Fave has returned with an anthemic new single, “No Games”. Plucking from Afropop, Dance and R&B, the track is ear worm and uplifting, with Fave’s dazzling vocals taking centre-stage.