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November 7, 2025

November 7, 2025November 7, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Seth Tabatznik Drops Intimate Indie Folk Single ‘Shining for Love’

London-raised indie folk talent Seth Tabatznik kicked off a fresh chapter with the release of his new single, ‘Shining for Love’, out now via Moth Music. Just a year into releasing music since 2024, Tabatznik has already pulled in more than 100,000 streams worldwide, thanks in part to buzz around his last release, ‘Choose To Be Alive’, which caught ears at major publications like CLASH Magazine. On the stage front, he’s no slouch either—his first-ever gig at Boschendal Estate in Cape Town, South Africa, sold out fast. He followed that with another packed venue at Green Note in London’s Camden area. With a second full-length album slated for 2026, Tabatznik is staking a solid claim in the indie folk scene.

‘Shining for Love’ unfolds as a gentle acoustic piece, layering guitars and subtle string swells over light beats to frame Tabatznik‘s clear, devoted vocals. The track leans into subtle ways of seeing expressions of love in nature, keeping things lofty and afloat yet pulling you right in with its steady emotional pull, like the sway of leaves in a cool summer breeze.

Seth Tabatznik had this to say: “This song came to me in a forest, spoken by the elements around me. It was like nature took my pen and transcribed the lyrics into my notebook, accompanied by a simple 4 chord progression. I love how the song builds and accelerates as a celebration for life, love and nature. This song is all about nature and how her every action comes from a place of love. Every sound, every movement, is her way of expressing herself, as she is one being, of which we are a part, not apart.“

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September 26, 2025

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Three cities, one strike: the forward drive of ZOCO’s debut “Restless”

The appeal of “Restless” is its engineering of momentum. ZOCO plots a straight line from idea to impact: write a song about killing routine, gather a cast that can play it with feel, and record it where the energy lands on tape. Sessions rolled through Los Angeles (Licorice Pizza Records) and Milan (Massive Arts Studios), with vocals produced and recorded in Nashville—three cities, one coherent picture. Gunnar Nelson produces (and sneaks in harmonies), Kerry Brown oversees, and Stephen DeAcutis mixes for punch and headroom; Howie Weinberg masters with the kind of top-end confidence that survives playlists and broadcast alike.

Players matter: Carmine Rojas’ bass lines are fluid and song-serving; the drum chair is shared—Slim Jim Phantom brings brush finesse, London Hudson adds modern weight—giving the track its dual character of glide and thrust. Marco Zocco’s baritone sits center, guitar work drawing clean lines rather than monuments. The chorus—co-written and sung with brothers Paolo and Matteo—is engineered for participation, the “whoa”s cueing the room.

“Restless” reads as a mission statement for LUMANISTA (Part 1) (January 2026): alternative rock with cinematic side-lighting, pop-scale hooks without the plastic. It’s independent music with professional torque, and that combination tends to travel.

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September 25, 2025

September 25, 2025September 25, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Sam Macdonald Unveils Debut Solo Track ‘Distant Light’ with Northern Roots

Northern singer-songwriter Sam Macdonald dropped his first solo single ‘Distant Light’ on September 23, 2025, taking a big leap into independent territory. Coming from Carlisle, Macdonald has been creating music for over a decade, and has shared stages with heavy hitters such as The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Telescopes, and Dead Skeletons, while building a name for himself in the indie scene. His sound pulls from childhood staples—Buddy Holly vibes and his dad’s old 50s and 60s tapes—mixed with Scouse and Northern icons like The La’s, The Coral, Shack, Echo & the Bunnymen, Oasis, and The Stone Roses. Add in classics from Neil Young, R.E.M., Teenage Fanclub, The Rolling Stones, plus Motown’s groove and hip-hop’s rhythmic punch, and you’ve got a foundation that’s shaped his knack for blending melody with beat.

The track itself is a quirky fusion of rock, pop, and soul elements, delivered with a melodic twist that’s anything but straightforward. Macdonald channels those varied inspirations into something intimate, sharpening the edges for a personal touch. Lyrically, it weaves themes of chasing freedom, transformation, and glimpses of what’s ahead, all wrapped in a sound that’s concise and punchy with an alternative slant that sets it apart from his group efforts.

This shift to solo work highlights Macdonald‘s drive for self-direction, moving away from team dynamics to own every beat and visual. Sam Macdonald shared: “I have learned a lot about what I want to make. This is a movement towards something that is not driven by trying to appease other people’s ideas of what is right and wrong. The basslines, the drums and everything else is all at my direction. The make-up of everything, audio, visual is all driven by myself.” He wrapped up his mindset with: “Rarely is anything set in stone or black and white I think is certainly one thing. And making the most of what is right for you in an artistic sense, staying true to yourself.”

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August 8, 2025

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Miss Sunshine’ Shines Bright: Plain Mister Smith’s Latest Single Hits Today

(Plain Mister Smith / Image Credit: Image credit: Sandra Lockwood)

Today, Plain Mister Smith has unleashed his new single ‘Miss Sunshine’ through Amelia Records/Symphonic. This track kicks off a series of singles paving the way for his 2026 album drop. Once the guitarist for Canadian darkwave outfit Moev, he’s also a cellist with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra, bringing a layered edge to his indie-folk craft. His sound has caught the ears of heavy-hitters like CLASH Magazine, NOTION, Under The Radar, Earmilk, METAL, Noctis Mag, and Atwood Mag, marking him as a name to watch in the indie scene.

‘Miss Sunshine’ is a tight, heartfelt cut that pairs breezy guitar hooks with a solid drum groove, courtesy of John Raham, all polished up in the mix by Chris Perry. It’s got that indie-folk charm with echoes of Pixies’ raw energy, Tame Impala’s dreamy sway, Death Cab for Cutie’s quiet depth, and The Beatles’ timeless hooks. The track digs into empathy and admiration for someone being unfairly treated, with a flicker of romance in the air—delivered through Plain Mister Smith’s warm, earnest vocals.

Plain Mister Smith shared: “If you’ve ever worked with the loveliest person in the world and found them mercilessly taken advantage of by fellow workers, then you’ll know a ‘Miss Sunshine’, or you may even have a crush on her.” That line sums up the track’s soul—a light yet emotional ride that’s as relatable as it is listenable.

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