Friends and labelmates Sampha and Romy have had us on tenterhooks awaiting their much anticipated collaboration, which has finally come in the form of “I’m on your team”. Accompanied by an intimate live video, the track is a dazzling duet with a stripped-back piano palette, full of gorgeous vocals and potent lyricism.

The man, the myth, the legend. The peeress Tyler, the Creator is back with his latest immersive world, this time surrounded by the idea of CHROMAKOPIA, a new full-length body of work dropping THIS MONDAY 28th October. There’s a terrific single to check out now, boasting an Ayo Edebiri featuring video, that melds genre and style in a bold and bohemian fashion. Monday is set to be a whole light brighter than normal.

Avant visionary yeule returns following her incredible record softscars, offering the first entry of the next epoch of her artistry. More unapologetically pop-driven than ever before, “eko” is produced alongside frequent collaborator Chris Greatti (Yves Tumor, The Dare) and is sun-kissed, anthemic and endoscopic. Whatever is to come from yeule, we’re more excited than ever after this jam.

R&B goddess Summer Walker returns in sensational fashion with the unveiling of “Heart of a Woman”. Slick, sensual and sultry, the single is Summer at her best—vocally and lyrically—and comes backed by a dynamic narrative-driven visual. The track is plucked from the superstar’s forthcoming hits album, Finally Over It.

Back for the first time since his delightful third album, What Happened To The Beach?, UK favourite Declan McKenna drops a double A-side single “Champagne // That’s Life” via his brand new independent label Miniature Ponies. “Champagne” is disco-tinged and dreamy, whilst “That’s Life” is nostalgic and Bowie-esque. Both are brilliant.

Nine8 alumni Biig Piig has shared news of a long, long-awaited debut album, 11:11, which is set to be shared in the new year. A new teaser has been unveiled too, “Favourite Girl”, an engrossing, endoscopic effort that sees Piig’s signature suave and effortless charisma serenade an groove-laden backdrop.

One of UK rap’s most revered stalwarts Wretch 32 returns with “Black and British”. Enlisting the indelible Little Simz for an impactful verse and offering a breakthrough hook appearance for the highly talented Benjamin A.D., the track is rich, authentic and class-laden rap, immaculately conceptualised and expertly performed.

Seminial singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten steers into new artistic ground with a new collection of work to come, written in coalescence with her band, The Attachment Theory. The first single, “Afterlife”, is simultaneously gregarious and gothic, with a hauntingly beautiful vocal showing from Van Etten and an instrumental backdrop dripping with sentiment.

Proving to be as unique and boundary-defiant as ever, Shygirl shares the first foray into a new phase of Club Shy and her next body of work. A mouth-watering feature from Saweetie augments the track, whilst Shy herself brings cheek and charm to the booming sonic atmosphere.

Cross-discipline giant KidSuper has announced itself to the music game with the release of a debut single under a brand new label KidSuper Records. “Big In Da Game” sees two rap giants from either side of the Atlantic, Giggs and Quavo bringing bravado-heavy posturing over a booming beat.

Continuing her conceptual run of releases set to amalgamate as an EP, rising talent MEYY delivers an intoxicating double sided single, “ur girl / someone else” & “love like i do” under the joint title of “beauty ends where indifference begins”. The former is piercing and progressive, the latter bouncy and hazy, which both flaunting stunning vocals and immersive production.

UK rap favourite French The Kid shares his latest hard hitting cut, “Tijuana”. Broody and atmospheric instrumentally, French’s vocal diversity is on show with choppy rap flows in the verse leading into lush melodic work in the hooks.

Pushing the boundaries of pop is second nature for COBRAH. Experimental, engrossing and energy-fuelled, her new single “Record Deal” is the latex-sporting sensation in playfully peak form.

Singer-songwriter and actor Ray BLK is a household name in the London scene, and shares a subtle and poignant new EP, “A Forest Fire”. Boasting a feature from Tiana Major9 on on lead single “Disaster”, the project is a giving and uplifting work that continues Ray’s journey towards self-realisation.

A gentle R&B number from the infectious Miraa May? Count us in. The Algerian-born, London-based talent shares a stripped-down slow jam, a break-up anthem with stunning vocals and dreamy piano instrumentation.

East London rapper Zino Vinci is a stalwart of UK underground rap at this point, and with this new single links up with the esteemed tendai for a rousing effort. “Stratford Job Centre” is aggrandised by tendai’s hypnotic single, whilst Zino’s bars are heartfelt and personal.

Multi-faceted soul star Mereba returns with the inaugural single from her hotly-anticipated forthcoming third studio album, The Breeze Grew a Fire, set for Valentines Day next year. The new cut, “Counterfeit” is subtly spellbinding, heavenly vocals serenading the gentle grooves and naturalistic timbre.

Singer-songwriter and producer Bert drops a sophomore EP, “My Me, My Who, My How”, a sometimes folk-adjacent, gorgeously textured collection of songs. Written, produced, performed and mixed entirely by the artist, it’s a dazzling effort from the rising name. The closer and title track is especially sumptuous.

Grungy, raw and visceral: Grinning William, the new record from South London songsmith Blood Wizard, is a striking affair. The writing lies at the centre of the LP’s appeal, vivid and left-field, the artist’s crooning vocals moulding into the down tempo instrumentation.

Formidable British-Bengali musician’s Tara Lily and Surya Sen have teamed up on “Like The Ocean (Edit)”. Taken from her debut album Speak In The Dark, a record about “things that go unsaid—secrets, desires and our connection to our ancestors”, Surya Sen, signed to Skint Records, delivers an alluring poetic verse in Bengali. “’Like The Ocean’ is a Neptunian track reminiscent of the ocean waves from ancient times,” explained Tara Lily.  An authentic, unique talent that has decided to delve deep into her roots to form new musical and cultural connections, Tara Lily reminds us that the musician’s journey is filled with necessary twists and turns, and it is this search that is truly developing her talent and repertoire. 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.  

Teaming up with his son Dantiez, legendary techno figure Kevin Saunderson drops the first track in the new era of his alias e-Dancer. “Melodica” is hazy, immersive and thrilling, a masterclass in the genre from a man from one of its founding cities.

Rising singer-songwriter Medium Build collaborates with boygenius alumni Julien Baker on an impactful new single “Yoke”. The second single from the artist’s November 15th-set EP, “Marietta”, the track is tender and transcendent, a real cinematic tear jerker.

Ms Banks makes a statement in her return single “Boss B*tch” which marks the beginning of a new era. The empowering single – produced by A Class – is a hard-hitting track which brings back the raw energy her day-one fans love incorporating a powerful message about reclaiming control and steering your course. Rebooted and more driven than ever, Ms Banks takes full charge of her destiny with this anthem.

Paris artist and creative MANSO̶U̶R̶ continues to deliver sleek silhouettes across his new EP ‘not disturb’ featuring London stars Sam Wise, Kadiata, El Londo and Rxlls. With rich, nocturnal soundwaves laying groundwork for some of the most promising lyricists in the UK, “not disturb” is the mantra that encapsulates the assertive theme of the project; an intimate journey from Paris to London, with late nights and ethereal connections becoming a driving force to seek solace in our creative paths. Building universal sounds laced with style and psychedelia, MANSO̶U̶R̶ is solidifying his presence at the forefront of alt-rap, and he’s having fun with it.

Hotly tipped indie rock outfit Momma has brought some fresh edgy goodness with “Ohio All The Time”. The Brooklyn-based band bring throwback charm and hued timbre with this singalong new cut.

Tackling times off alcohol dependency in a mature and endearing fashion, “Lead You To Water” is a jazz-inflicted alt R&B masterclass from the highly impressive Quinn Oulton. The title track from an upcoming EP, it’s a smooth and thoughtful listen, well worth diving into.

College Music share an original compilation project, “PhonoSynthesis”, exploring the link between music and nature. Brimming with glorious, eclectic beats, it’s a truly decadent listen, perfect for studying or finding the right headspace.

Fresh from his South-American-infused heater “Ponzi Scheme”—which Blanco freestyled on Shooters Only—melodic single “Soda Lime” and the recent drill-infused heater “Charlie Sloth”, which featured close friend and Harlem Spartans member MizOrMac, the Kennington native continues to flex his international influence tapping Veigh—one of Brasil’s most in-demand rappers emanating from its shores right now. Crafted during Blanco’s recent trip to Sao Paolo, the new single sees both artists lay down trademark bars atop skippy percussive elements and sleek instrumentals, seamlessly blending versus in English and Portuguese. “Tyla” is another example of Blanco’s innate ability to dip into a range of international sonic influences, reminding us why he is heralded as one of the UK’s most exciting and experimental lyricists emanating from these shores right now with over 2.5 million dedicated monthly Spotify listeners and counting. This is the latest single to be taken from Blanco’s highly-anticipated mixtape “Gilberto’s Son”, set for release 15th November.

London to Scotland rising rapper Psweatpants shares a jungle-driven track “HeadOffTheGround”, plucked from his forthcoming EP “2LeftFeet”. Produced by FinnFm, the morning after the night before anthem is a sharp stylistic turn for the artist, a showcase of his diverse musicality.

Rising star Nell Tiger Free is a multi-faceted actor, singer, songwriter, performer and muse, and this week she unveils her debut single “Do I Just Keep Making Things Worse?” which acts as the perfect introduction to Nell as a musician. You may recognise Nell from Game of Thrones, Apple TV+ series Servant or her part in The First Omen movie from this year, but music has always been brewing in her blood. “Do I Just Keep Making Things Worse?” is the first taste of Nell’s debut EP , which is a gorgeous mix of ethereal alternative, singer songwriter and electro indie pop.