Every week the team individually pick tracks that make up the listening post but there are always “ones that got away”.

These are the alternative picks and some words by our moderators on each one. You can find the tracks in one playlist here.

Artists featured this week
BGBGB FEAT. CREEPER BEATS
ISAAC NEILSON
NAUT
KING ZEPHA
MOFGY
JUSTIN SCONZA
THE FANTOM MAN & FURIOUS LABS PRODUCTIONS ft ST3V3L33
SUGAR RICH
LOST SIGNAL
THE DAWN ROAR
PEPLO
TIGER ISLAND
OLIVIA MARIA
SHANE SATO, COASTAL & GLEN TURNER II

DEL OSEI-OWUSU/PLATINUMMIND:

BGBGB FEAT. CREEPER BEATS – Mr Follow The Script (Creeper’s Reasoning)

BGBGB in my experience has always come with something interesting – this is a drum n bass track that includes intrusive voices pitched down plus crowd cheering. The track is definitely representative of the heatwave we’re having – it’s pure fire.

ISAAC NEILSON – Getting Better

This track had me from the get go, the vocals are very theatrical and the build gives it really big energy. I’ve played this on my show recently and it’s definitely a favourite!

GRUBBY:

NAUT – Heart Of The Machine

Squelchy, creaky and constantly inventive, this is a feast for the ears with clicks , bleeps and acoustic sounds all mixed together in an onslaught of tactile elegance.

KING ZEPHA – You And Me

Like an eager puppy, this is pure, bouncy energy with a smooth warmth and loads of upbeat personality

JOHN MICHIE:

MOFGY – Chickapow!

Great little indie rock track that channels the best aspects of the late 1970s and early 1980s… also has one hell of a catchy chorus.

JUSTIN SCONZA – Dancin With The Devil

I keep nominating Mr Sconza… think this is the third week in a row.. Once again he serves up the vintage vibes with solid songwriting and some great classic sounds.

NEIL MARCH:

THE FANTOM MAN & FURIOUS LABS PRODUCTIONS ft ST3V3L33 – CHEATER on 9th Street

A collaboration of all familiar names bringing together an enigmatic ambient electronic backdrop and infusing it with some jazz sensibilities.

SUGAR RICH – You Make Me Feel

No, not the Sylvester Disco classic, this is a shuffling lo-fi semi-acoustic slice of Alt Pop courtesy of the Japan-based artist Richard (aka Sugar Rich). Contrasts between deadpan low register vocals and higher passionate ones add to the enjoyment.

SHARON PEARCE:

LOST SIGNAL – Spooky Action At A Distance

A moody electronic instrumental featuring cosmic textures, eerie effects and intermittent signal-like pulses that enhance its mysterious atmosphere.

THE DAWN ROAR – Dylan Had It Right

An indie-folk track that builds from acoustic guitar with melodic electric guitar and military-style drums. Thought provoking lyrics reflect on conflict and history.

Sheena Cameron

PEPLO – For His Better Three Quarters

This was one of my top five at last week’s moderation. Dreampop at heart, with Celtic and prog textures, it is an ode to an amicable break-up, starting gently before shifting into a glorious, anthemic chorus. The band shows an experimental touch with song structure and lyric writing, and I’m looking forward to further releases. Love those drums.

TIGER ISLAND – Comments Boy

Tiger Island burst in with a short, edgy guitar intro and sassy vocals, making their intent clear as they sprint through this track in 1 minute and 43 seconds. It’s a bit cheeky and great fun; they’re taking no nonsense in these lyrics-“…stick your neck back in”.

SHERRY SAHAYARAJ:

OLIVIA MARIA – Chasing The Sun

I love the dreamy and epic vibe of the song. And it’s very rhythmic and easy to sing along.
The vocals and the synth complement each other. The harmonies add so much colour to the track

SHANE SATO, COASTAL & GLEN TURNER II – Pulse

Just this instrumental with no vocal melody is pure eargasm. The saxophone melody throughout the song gives a very elite vibe and a fine evening party energy.