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August 22, 2025

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Doller Hits Back with Traphall Anthem ‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’

The 20th of August marked the arrival of Doller’s new Traphall cut ‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’, on Beyond Dis World. Hailing from North London as Dorante Johnson, Doller got his start influenced by family members. His father, Kush Tafari, has roots in reggae, and his uncle Flash has roots in dancehall and was dropping mixtapes and battling locally while forming Cold Blooded.

He rose through The Movement, delivering a standout Westwood freestyle that got DJs buzzing. Doller expanded with features from Sir Spyro and Tion Wayne, launched Go Getters label, and branched into a cooking YouTube series. He’s grabbed nods from NOTION, Wordplay Magazine, GRM Daily, featured in MTV Base spots, and placed ‘Skadoosh’ in the flick Sket. Touring wise, he’s rocked Dortmund beside reggae singer Cblock, topped bills at Hackney Social’s Wynters Wonder List, and shared stages on the Sing for Me Tour with Ghetts. Regular plays on BBC Radio 1Xtra come from DJ Target, Sian Anderson, and Seani B, plus ‘This Year’ snagged BBC Track of the Week status in 2021, solidifying his pull in UK dancehall, trap, and grime. Pulling inspo from Vybz Kartel, 50 Cent, Jay Z, Nas, Biggie, Durtty Doogz, and Jodeci, he mixes in rap and R&B edges, like on ‘Money Song’, proving his range.

‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’ rides a heavy, shadowed production with staggered drums propping up Doller’s aggressive, confident spits. The flow glides clean, spiked by responsive chorus exchanges that make it a tough, lasting rally cry.

Doller revealed: “I wanted everybody in the world to feel comfortable with their financial status and have an anthem to celebrate that.”

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August 6, 2025

August 6, 2025August 6, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

The ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’ Video Lands as under:tones Signal Big Moves

August 6, 2025, is a huge day for under:tones, the international electronic crew dropping ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’, the first single off their debut album, Encounters, due out in March 2026. It’s also the kickoff for Through The Void Records, a label all about bold, heartfelt electronic tunes. under:tones have been climbing the ranks, mixing different styles into something totally their own. Their past EPs showed off what they can do, earning them a tight-knit fanbase and some serious props from the music world. This album’s shaping up to be their big breakthrough.

The video, shot by director Cristina Principe, drops us in Los Angeles with Zeno, a teen stuck in a life where algorithms watch everything he does. He pops on wired headphones, cracks smiles with buddies, and lets music set him free. That’s the thing, music’s still our go-to when the daily grind gets heavy, tying us together in a way screens never will. The visuals blend this dreamy, upbeat energy with a sharp, film-like style that makes the track pop. It’s a vibe you can’t shake.

under:tones video nails getting their message across in this video. Music’s the heartbeat keeping us steady and connected, no matter what’s going on out there. With this release, under:tones are showing they’ve got something special, and it’s only the start.

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August 4, 2025

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

KEYS Drop Acid Communism, a Sonic Ode to Collective Creativity

(KEYS / Courtesy PR)

On July 18, 2025, KEYS unleashed their latest album, Acid Communism, via Libertino Records, marking their most ambitious project yet. The Welsh psych-rock outfit, led by vocalist and songwriter Matthew Evans, channels the unfinished theories of the late cultural theorist Mark Fisher into a vibrant tapestry of sound and ideas. Known for their raw, collaborative energy, KEYS have carved a niche in the UK’s indie scene, blending lo-fi aesthetics with expansive psych-pop. Their previous release, Homeschooling, captured the intimacy of lockdown creation, and this new record builds on that foundation, cementing their reputation as a band that thrives on instinct and community.

Acid Communism spans twelve tracks, weaving sunlit psych-pop grooves with jagged guitar riffs, introspective piano melodies, and ambient textures. The double A-side singles, ‘Your Shoes’ and ‘The Greatest Joke of All’, showcase the album’s emotional range. ‘Your Shoes’ is a live-wire, rhythm-driven jam, its chorus honed over years in rehearsal rooms, pulsing with the thrill of collective creation. In contrast, ‘The Greatest Joke of All’ is a tender, piano-led reflection written in a fleeting 15-minute burst during lockdown, its delicate minimalism offering a counterpoint to the band’s more raucous energy. Recorded using a mix of 8-track tape and digital tools, the album balances gritty warmth with crisp precision, echoing the free-spirited vibe of Jerry Garcia while staying rooted in KEYS’ DIY ethos.

Matthew Evans shared: “As a younger man, I’d blag my way through anything. But since hitting my 40s, that confidence isn’t always there. Playing in a band with your mates becomes therapy. It keeps you sane. Especially for men as they get older, it’s essential to have that kind of social network.” This sentiment highlights the album’s core: a celebration of togetherness in an era of disconnection. Acid Communism is a call to reconnect, create, and find solace in shared expression, making it a vital addition to the psych-rock landscape.

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July 25, 2025

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Finnegan Tui Ignites the Indie Folk Scene with “Fuel on the Fire”

(Finnegan Tui /Image credit: Godenschweger Photography)

UK-based indie folk standout Finnegan Tui dropped his latest single, ‘Fuel on the Fire’, via Eywa Music Ltd on January 17, 2025, and it’s already making waves. With 7.7 million streams racked up across platforms and regular spins on BBC Radio 6 and BBC Introducing South West, Tui’s carved out a solid rep as a must-hear voice in the scene. He’s clocked serious miles touring Europe, backing FINK for over 30 dates and opening for acts like RY X, Cosmo Sheldrake, and Junodream. Festival slots at Secret Garden Party, Boomtown, and Shambala, plus a confirmed gig at Kernowfornia Festival this September, show he’s no stranger to big stages. Add collabs with heavy hitters like Charlie Andrew and Matt Lawrence, nods from outlets like The Guardian and CLASH Magazine, a sync in Walker Independence, and sold-out nights at Omeara, La Boule Noire, and Lark, and you’ve got an artist on a steep upward climb.

The track itself, ‘Fuel on the Fire’, is a slow-burn gem produced by Jasper Trim and mixed by Andrew Scheps. It kicks off with sparse acoustic guitar, giving Tui’s vocals, deep, raw, and brimming with soul, room to breathe. The arrangement builds steadily, layering in pulsing beats, mournful strings, and atmospheric touches before hitting a choral climax that’s got real weight, blending folk roots with a widescreen vibe.

Finnegan Tui shared: “‘Fuel On The Fire’ explores the poignant theme of no longer recognizing a loved one, yet it ultimately offers a message of redemption. It feels like a phoenix rising from the ashes, mirroring my own journey from loneliness to joy. I hope this song resonates with listeners, offering them light and strength in their own challenges.”

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Tag: Music

Doller Hits Back with Traphall Anthem ‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’

The ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’ Video Lands as under:tones Signal Big Moves

KEYS Drop Acid Communism, a Sonic Ode to Collective Creativity

Finnegan Tui Ignites the Indie Folk Scene with “Fuel on the Fire”

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