Skipping Across the Pond

Today, we’re heading across the pond to highlight some awesome talents coming out of the UK. The region has a such a rich history of incredible, genre defining artists and movements and it’s exciting to see the next iteration of that.

This song is a captivating journey into the heart of alt-pop. The track, from his EP A Brief Note That Ended Up Being About You, is a lush blend of emotional depth and intricate soundscapes that reflect Perramon's perspective on life, love, and growth. I love artists who produce their own music as it just adds an extra layer of depth the work. That’s not to say that artists who don’t produce their own music lack that however, I’m a sucker for a self produced artist.

If you’re a fan of artists like Clairo and Mac Miller, you’ll find a lot to love in Marti’s emotionally raw approach, paired with his feel good production. You can watch the music video here or just stream the song below.

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“Starry Eyed” is the latest single from UK indie-pop duo Good Neighbours, released back in March, via Polydor Records. Comprising Oli Fox and Scott Verrill, the duo wrote the song spontaneously during a stay in Los Angeles earlier this year. The track captures the exhilarating vulnerability of meeting someone who instantly captivates you, aiming to reflect the thrill of that initial connection.

Initially introduced during their tour with Foster The People, “Starry Eyed” quickly became a fan favorite, prompting its official release. The studio version presents a polished indie-pop sound, contrasting with the raw energy of its live performances. I really love their acoustic version of the song which you can watch here. It’s giving early Phoenix vibes. These guys are studs and I’m excited to see how they develop.

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Based out of London and formed in 2022, Soft Launch is best described as an experimental indie rock band. If you are familiar with Declan Mckenna, two of the band’s members also play in his band. There’s something magical about a song that takes you back and pulls you forward at the same time. Soft Launch’s "Dinosaur" does just that.

The infectious guitar riffs, soothing vocals and melodic electronic textures pull you in, while the lyrics reflect on the inevitable passage of time, the emotional pull of change, and the undeniable urge to move forward. It’s the kind of song that will get stuck in your head, but in the best way possible. The music video is also super well shot and has a quirky storyline.

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I wouldn’t classify Cosmo Pyke as a newcomer or emerging by any means, but he’s definitely been under the radar for most who are not dialed into music. The UK artist has been quietly making waves for almost 10 years and has this awesome alternative reggae indie rock vibe. His infectious vocals and groovy production work seamlessly together. Another favorite of mine is his song Social Sites.

This image is of a scrappy young band called The Beatles (lol) during their first evening gig at The Cavern Club in Liverpool. This venue is essentially the birthplace of the greatest band that ever lived.

The day was March 21, 1961. They’d already done 11 lunchtime sets, but this was their first real shot under the lights. They weren’t even headliners, just the guests on a bill with The Swinging Blue Jeans.

Ralph Ellis of The Swinging Blue Jeans, wasn't exactly thrilled about being upstaged, and said, “They'd only rehearsed five minutes before. And they were going down so well.” Jealous? I think so. Sorry for the blurry photo, best I could find.

One other observation I’ve noticed from digging through old concert photography is that crowds had a tendency to sit down. I don’t understand that. For an opera performance, I get it..but anything else it baffles me.

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