Continuing to build up excitement for undoubtedly one of the most anticipated records to be released this summer, Irish outfit Fontaines D.C. share the third teaser single from Romance, their fourth studio LP due 23rd August via XL Recordings. “Here’s The Thing” is a visceral, encompassing and anxiety-driven masterpiece, accompanied by an equally electric visual.

Nigerian frontrunner Asake has unveiled his highly anticipated new album, LUNGU BOY, a sprawling and saccharine melting pot of influence and artistic nuance. The record comes with the moodily groovy standout cut “Active”, the video-backed lead single featuring global star Travis Scott.

Irish singer, songwriter and producer yuné pinku shares her first music of the year, which insinuates a bold new direction for the rising polymath. More vocal driven and naturalistic than anything she’s released prior, it sees yuné dive into her poignancy and pepper the Cecile-produced soundscape with endoscopic melodies.

The Dare — the solo project of singer, songwriter and producer Harrison Patrick Smith — is releasing his debut album, What’s Wrong With New York, early in September. If the singles so far, including June’s “Perfume” and now new teaser “You’re Invited”, are anything to go by, it’s going to be one of the best albums of the year. With a noughties edge boxed up in a futuristic moxie, this is one of the most undeniable artists of his cohort. We’re locked in, and you’re invited.

Two of UK alternative rap’s most undeniable and talented names, Bawo and Jordy, have given the scene what they want with a slick link up. “Magnifique” sees the two spitters go back-to-back over a bouncy beat, flaunting their lyrical and vocal chops.

Musician, visual artist, designer and DJ KESH shares “Cried For You”, a track that plays out like a glorious fever dream. Embarking on the next stage of creative exploration, the track is anthemic and idiosyncratic, full of glitchy production and expressive vocal performance.

Grammy-winning Texan singer-songwriter Leon Bridges continues to sharpen his endearing legacy. He has announced his fourth album, Leon, out in October, and shared its first single, “Peaceful Place”, a richly textured, giving and naturalistic cut that sees Bridges meticulous and expressive in his vocal performance and songwriting.

Accompanied by a slyly terrifying video, British duo Sad Night Dynamite have further teased their highly anticipated debut album, Welcome The Night, due September 27th, with “Wake Up Pass Out”. It’s a raucous affair, an amalgamation of moods, tones and rhythms, further proving the pair’s mastery at unusual brilliance.

Ahead of joining Beabadoobee on tour this September, rising Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Keni Titus has shared her latest single “Take It Off”. Poignant, sparse and beautifully constructed, the new cut further cements Titus as an exciting presence in the alt pop space.

Trailblazing electronic duo Chase & Status have linked up with South London rap savant Stormzy for an electrifying, comprehensive new release, “BACKBONE”. Stormzy brings the most energy we’ve heard from him in years, whilst the producers do what they do best — making a dance floor ready banger.

Impressive London singer-songwriter Aziya continues her hot streak with “call my name (lux lisbon)”. The moody new single is inspired by Sofia Coppala’s flick The Virgin Suicides, and features some great vocal work from Aziya atop a progressive and atmospheric instrumental palette.

Dense and daring, the legendary Louis Cole has shared his latest album. Entitled nothing, the LP is a gorgeous melting pot of funk, classical and jazz, with a timeless essence and a sonic effervescence flowing through its over hour long runtime.

Masked maverick M Huncho is back with another UK trap wave heater. “Important” is Hunch’s first solo release of the summer, comes after his Potter Payper joint tape, and is accompanied by a savvy video. The track itself is another example of the Londoner’s peerless quality.

Returning for his first single in nine years, indie pop crooner Only Real is back with “Good Morning”. It’s a welcome return from the cult figure, who shares a track that obtains the charm and allure of his older work, but is communicated in a sharper, more mature tone.

Bedroom artist and producer niina has released her anticipated debut album, and shared a playful lead single “limousine”. The track, co-produced by Studio Barnhus co-founder Kornél Kovács and DJ Carli, is garage-inflected, brisk and bohemian in its approach, with niina’s tongue-in-cheek vocals full of savvy, reference-fuelled musings.

With his unique sound sharpening by the release, Master Peace returns with another anthemic cut plucked from his forthcoming EP. Full of dance floor ready grooves, indie sleeve and dramatic lyricism, “Save Me” is a hell of a good time.

Another anticipated September-set album release, Haich Ber Na shares a teaser from the forthcoming LP. “Hallelujah” enlists avant rap duo Paris Texas and is a fuzzy, full-frontal and emotionally resonance cut, with all three voices equally impressive.

Milwaukee born, Chicago made and L.A. based artist Silas Short returns for the first time since 2021 with “ILIKEU”, a sleek jazzy number with supreme musicianship and a dazzling vocal performance from the highly sought-after creative.

British dance group Clean Bandit has unveiled their dance floor ready new track “Cry Baby”. The upbeat number enlists pop-star Anne Marie and super producer David Guetta.

Nigerian rap duo Show Dem Camp have released an all new record, in collaboration with The Cavemen and Nsikak David. No Love In Lagos is a delightful work, full of gorgeous cadence, consuming rhythm and super vocal showings.

Santino Le Saint takes up back to the early 00’s with his new R&B vibe, “Moviestar” alongside breakthrough artist Nippa and long-term friend and previous collaborator Col3trane. The South London singer, songwriter has picked up momentum ahead of a project on the way and the single follows recent performance at fourth annual Cloud X festival. This summer has become the season of collaborations, and this one does not disappoint.