Our favorite new singles released in August 2024. All from artists with under a million monthly listeners. Playlist is available at the bottom of the post.
1. Adult Leisure – "Borderline"
Release Date: August 15th, 2024
Genre/Style: Alt-indie
Key Features: ‘Borderline’, was recorded and mixed with Ollie Searle at Humm Studios and mastered by John Webber (David Bowie, Duran Duran, Coach Party). Rhythmically and texturally, Borderline is a clear continuation of what they built with their previous EP, yet there’s an added sense of urgency bubbling throughout. Rich melodies, radiant synths and explosive drums come together with Neil’s anguished vocals slicing through the atmosphere like a knife, lyrically exploring the emotions that come after the end of a long-term relationship.
For Fans Of: The Police, Sam Fender, and Blossoms
2. Bottlemoth – "You’ll Always Have Us"
Release Date: August 1st, 2024
Genre/Style: Indie-folk
Key Features: 'You'll Always Have Us // Everything Works Out In The End' were written and produced by the band themselves across home studios, drums were produced with Joe Marsh at Orchard Studios and the track was mixed by Adrian Hall (Tori Amos, Bess Atwell, Nova Twins, Cassia) who’s experience and expertise helped the band’s vision develop into a unique sound.
For Fans Of: Manchester Orchestra, The Gaslight Anthem, Frightened Rabbit, The National, The Wonder Years
3. SoraCD – "In Argentina"
Release Date: August 2nd, 2024
Genre/Style: Hip-hop
Key Features: In SoraCD's music, he often focuses on the importance of speaking into existence the things he wants in life. With an added desire for his music to connect people around the world, "In Argentina" manages to accomplish both.
For Fans Of: Central Cee, Kendrick Lamar, Daqween
4. Niko Rubio – "Sirena" ft. Cuco
Release Date: August 30th, 2024
Genre/Style: Pop, Latin, Indie
Key Features: Inspired by her Mexican heritage, Rubio recorded "Sirena" with live instrumentation. “That’s the beauty of rancheras and mariachi, you need to have that raw live energy in the song to make it feel orchestral… and romantic, and Mexican.” The song explores the relationship between a mermaid and a sailor.
For Fans Of: Shakira, Paulina Rubio, Alejandra Guzman and Julieta Venegas
5. Caroline Romano – "Body Bag"
Release Date: August 23rd, 2024
Genre/Style: Alt-pop
Key Features: On "Body Bag," Caroline’s dreamy indie-pop vocals float over a sea of fuzzy guitars, rousing percussion, and sparkling synths. In a similar vein to recent singles like “Doesn’t Matter” and “Used By You,” “Body Bag” is another stunning showcase of Caroline’s ability to transform her raw emotions into anthemic bliss.
For Fans Of: Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde, Taylor Swift
6. Annabel Gutherz – "Showtime, Baby!"
Release Date: August 16th, 2024
Genre/Style: Singer-songwriter, Pop
Key Features: Combining classic rock sounds with modern pop melodies, “Showtime, Baby!” glistens with a sun-soaked sentimentality as Annabeldelves into the duality between her desire for validation and her need for genuine connection.
For Fans Of: Fleetwood Mac, Taylor Swift
7. Maddie Regent – "Sleeptalking"
Release Date: August 16th, 2024
Genre/Style: Pop, Singer-songwriter
Key Features: Layering organic instrumentation with glistening synth-pop production, “Sleeptalking” delivers a sound that’s both earthly and ethereal. Maddie’s effortlessly dreamy vocals and hypnotic melodies weave through these sonic layers, enveloping listeners in a cocoon of emotion.
For Fans Of: Marina, Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey
8. Julia Raye – "Give You Up"
Release Date: August 9th, 2024
Genre/Style: Pop, R&B
Key Features: Produced by Bret “Epic” Mazur (Crazy Town, Prince, Black Eyed Peas), the new single is a swaggering, radio-ready pop anthem that showcases Julia’s endlessly impressive vocal range. “Give You Up” follows “Expectations,” an alluring R&B-pop gem that landed praise from Sweety High and Stage Right Secrets.
For Fans Of: Beyonce, Ariana Grande
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