NewMusic – Most Wanted

Slinki – ANX BNX

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/10/202527/10/2025

Bass that booms, beats that bounce – what more could you ask for from a high-energy grime hit? Slinki endeavours to make every listening experience one to remember, whether you are hearing him play for the first time at a festival or on the go. His style is recognisable by his complex rhythms and sweeping synths, and hard to turn off once you explore his discography. Performing in Bristol alongside big names like Nova Cheq, Sam Binga and many more, Slinki has no plans to stop anytime soon.

‘ANX BNX’ is nothing short of an “epic club heater” with melodies that captivate and a groove you can’t run from. This elaborate masterpiece is a hybrid of footwork, grime, jungle and bassline and is sure to be a hit at your next rave. An unrelenting track reminding its listener of summertime, dancing well into the morning, walking home while the sun rises and getting ready to do it all over again the next night!

If you’re a fan of high-energy grime, ‘ANX BNX’ is a track that you’ll find hard to ignore.

Find out more – https://www.instagram.com/slinki_uk/

Spencer Lee Wilson (aka The Dead Poet) – The Last Waltz

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/10/202527/10/2025

If there ever were an artist who illustrated the human condition so thoughtfully and authentically, it was Spencer Lee Wilson aka The Dead Poet. It’s not wrong to call him a poet with his nostalgic vocals and unsurpassable storytelling, in fact there are few other words that completely summarise Wilson’s artistry.

‘The Last Waltz’ is the third and final track from Wilson’s project ‘Only Human’, a project mirroring our relationship with time. The track is “about standing up when the world feels heavy, holding on when everything seems lost, and finding meaning in the passing of time”, and is the perfect dose of acoustic folk. Wilson uses creative imagery to highlight how fleeting our time on earth is, and that we can either worry and waste that time away, or choose to enjoy it anyway.

“In that final line – “then we danced the whole night through” – there’s a kind of release. A reminder that even in the face of time, we can still choose joy. We can still move. We can still dance – and without complacency, trust that time is on your side.”

Find out more – https://www.instagram.com/spencer_lee_wilson

The Exotic Ices Project – Neurorotica

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/10/202527/10/2025

The Exotic Ices Project aims to unite their listeners, break genre barriers and have fun while doing it! This trailblazing duo, consisting of Ruby Jones and Patrick Spillane, creates immersive listening experiences handling all the instrumentation and production themselves – illustrating how the creative process for modern musicians goes beyond boundaries formed in past decades. Innovative and experimental, there’s something within this band’s discography for everyone.

The track ‘Neurorotica’ from their latest album ‘Necessarily Unnecessary’ explores neurodiversity and autism awareness, and how we can break down the stigma within these terms. Blending rock with indie to convey the feelings of angst and truthfulness, ‘Neurorotica’ highlights the issues that coincide with neurodivergency and the impact it has on the lives of those with and without a diagnosis. Breaking down the boundaries around these terms means we can all gain a better understanding of the human condition, embrace our individuality and build a world where we welcome diversity not just within the creative industries, but in every area of life. The eclectic balance of classic rock instrumentation and honest lyricism pulls the listener in, and the sonic landscape of every song from ‘Necessarily Unnecessary’ makes for a compelling listen.

Find out more – https://www.instagram.com/exotic_ices/

Mundi Club – Merry Go Round

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/10/202527/10/2025

Mundi Club finds solace in music, “writing songs about life, death, and purpose”. The eclectic indie/rock band have sculpted their sound together, slowly forming over 35+ years, and write about their past experiences. No ego’s involved, just passion and self-reflection.

‘Merry Go Round’ is about the sad loss of somebody close to them due to depression, and the impact this can have on loved ones for years after. The lyricism reflects regret, and wishing you could go back and have that conversation – but it also highlights how everybody grieves differently, and how changing your behaviour can have a positive impact on the way you carry this grief.

The track itself has a rolling bassline, hard-hitting drums and classic distorted guitar in legendary rock fashion. The vocals hold hopelessness and mourning, along with power and growth, and that is what sets Mundi Club apart from the crowd.

Find out more – https://www.instagram.com/mundiclub

DuckLin Curls – All That

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/10/202527/10/2025

DuckLin Curls is a UK hip-hop pioneer, grabbing the attention of every listener whether it’s the first time or hundredth time listening. His lyricism is second to none, and his production style is inspired by the likes of The Neptunes and Mac Miller. Described as prolific and unpredictable, Curls takes what we know about UK rap and flips it on its head – the product of this is unique, refreshing and all-round addictive.

‘All That’ is poetry, making light of financial hardships. It begins with a catchy chorus but leaves you with a new outlook on the uphill battle that is our economic state, then lists each monetary issue we have while highlighting the false confidence we may adopt to help ourselves through it, alongside the grooviest of baselines and indisputable danceability.

Curls isn’t a stranger to highlighting universal issues, and his discography takes you on a journey of self-reflection whilst supplying the bubbliest, bounciest beats and inventive rhymes.

Find out more – https://www.instagram.com/ducklin_curlz/

Amaya – Places Unknown

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/07/2025

AMAYA, the mesmerising duo made up of Duncan Chapman and Supriya Nagarajan, mix traditional with experimental in their new single ‘Places Unknown’. The track “takes listeners on a journey of spiritual discovery” celebrating Lord Shiva in all his glory, utilising the serene sounds of the flugelhorn and experimental landscapes.

Duncan and Supriya make a brilliant sonic team with the use of Chapman’s flugelhorn and field recordings, while “Supriya’s soulful voice and intricate Carnatic stylings bring a rich vocal presence to the stage”. This unique combination is what makes their work so special, as it brings various musical traditions to the ears of a wider audience whilst harbouring vibrant soundscapes that speak to each of us in a different way.

AMAYA also perform their timeless bodies of work live, and if you are lucky enough to catch a live performance you are transported “to another world where music and sound are the only guideposts”. If you are a fan of innovation, electronic, acoustic or traditional music, this is definitely an act to look out for.

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Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/manasamitrauk

Good Good Blood – Seagulls Beach

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/07/202530/07/2025

Nostalgic and sweet-sounding, ‘Seagull Beach’ is a song about “superstitions, and imagery that brings us strength, hope and a will to carry on”. Based in the North, Good Good Blood (also known as James Smith) uses his lyricism to remind us that beauty is everywhere, and that there is happiness in the recognition of this beauty. “The red breast of a robin, the kindness and joy of a rainbow, seagulls swarming on a beach; these types of things often remind me of the beauty that surrounds us and how lucky we are to be here, even when we don’t always feel it.”

Good Good Blood has honoured his folk influences like Bon Iver and Alex G whilst carving his very own path in the industry, and has formed a reputation “for beautiful, affecting and honest songwriting”. With the use of found sound, he sprinkles everyday noises into his music such as birds singing and children playing for a wholesome, grounded and atmospheric experience. Like magic, he conjures up songs from his minimal, lo-fi recording set up and blesses the ears of whoever is lucky enough to come across his work.

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Kit Le Bihan – Softly, Softly

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/07/2025

Huddersfield-based singer/songwriter/producer Kit Le Bihan opens a door into dark indie rock with their new single ‘Softly, Softly’, and this track is the perfect fit for any Indie fan!

Signed to the multimedia art collective and record label Live Forever since the beginning of 2025, Kit has been honing their craft as a producer since 2020; starting with ambient beats which later developed into the combination of lo-fi, shoegaze, emo, 2000’s alt-rock, bedroom pop and electronic genres. Having already released two albums named ‘The Cities We Build’ (2023) and ‘He Called Hex’ (2025), Kit is now working on their third album ‘Nighttime In My Garden’.

‘Softly, Softly’ was released as an additional track from ‘He Called Hex’, and it revisits “the album’s darker themes, with lyrics focusing on paranoia and internal distrust”. This track uses the theme of anxiety and internal warfare to create an immersive soundscape, enhancing the lyrics and overall message of Kit’s album.

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Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/averagecradily/?hl=en

Maisy Brown – Red

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/07/202530/07/2025

Maisy Brown is a returning artist to Kirklees Most Wanted, and we are so excited to have her back! Based in Cleckheaton, Maisy’s music swings between folk, singer/songwriter and contemporary/soft/chill pop. Her new single ‘Red’ is the latest to be released before her upcoming EP, and we are so ready for what brilliant music is to come.

Inspired by the likes of Gracie Abrams, Lana Del Rey and Holly Humberstone, Maisy has spent some time lately developing her sound and her style, and after releasing ‘Red’ on the 20th June, she is preparing to release her second EP sometime soon!

“‘Red’ is part anger, part heartbreak, and part bitterness, but mostly it just feels very authentic to the kind of music I want to make.” Starting as an intimate piano ballad, the track slowly advances into a chill, synth-pop style song. This timeless mixture of acoustic ballad and synth-pop makes for a soul-touching listening experience, and one that you’ll want to have on repeat for a long time.

I worked on this song for months, and I’m so excited it’s finally out as the final single for my upcoming EP!

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Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/maisyybrown/?hl=en

Sophie & Songs – Love Betrayed Me

ByLillie-Apple ChartersInMusic ReviewsOn30/07/202530/07/2025

Sophie & Songs works through heartache and betrayal with her healing ballad ‘Love Betrayed Me’, all about unrequited love and the subsequent anger that follows. This song speaks to the part of us that continues to love in spite of the reciprocity we receive, and the emotions that coincide with this situation.

As an acoustic folk singer/songwriter, Sophie is no stranger to storytelling as she takes pleasure in reading, learning and making music. She states that she writes out of personal experience, providing an authentic listening experience whilst guiding herself through difficult emotions. She believes that nothing expresses feelings like a live performance, and she takes every opportunity she can to perform on stage.