Essential Listening: New Music Releases In January 2023 (Updated)
As far as new music releases go, January was busy with dozens of talented singers and producers, much to our delight. And the quality of these releases, let's say, the bar is incredibly high. February, you have a lot to do. There is no pressure.
Our latest collection of new music from January 2023 includes tracks from returning superstar Slohi, the lead single from his new album Project UGLY, electronic minimalist Bonobo, post-punk from Glasgow band VLURE and recently remastered tracks. American choreographer Avalon Emerson.
Read on for our pick of the best new releases of January 2023, and keep scrolling to hear 40 picks on our Spotify playlist this month.
Avalon Emerson - scary image
Avalon Emerson, experimental techno producer and prolific DJ, debuts with London producer Bullion on new project The Charm, an incredible story that showcases a never-before-heard new face of talent. . .
A fusion of ideas brought together by close friends and family, the record came about after a creative session between Emerson and his wife Hunter a few years ago. After feedback from Bullion and other musicians in the studio, the track was finally finished and scheduled for release.
Sounding like it's straight out of the '90s charts, the single behind it has a flawless shoegaze vibe, which is beautifully crafted with synths, strings, vocals and drums in an ethereal masterpiece. We look forward to more from The Charm in the coming months.
Tickets to see Avalon Emerson live are available below:
Riverside Festival 2023
Slothie - Selfish
Nottingham's Beautiful Sloths have released the lead single from their new album, UGLY , on Friday 3rd March via Method Records. As the rapper explores his own desires, and specifically in relation to his needs, Selfish marks a significant shift in the sound design heard on his 2021 sophomore album, Tyrone .
Returning to the post-punk sound of some of his earlier records, from "Gatekeeper" to "Here We Are," it's a tense, feverish listen that ends in agony at 3 minutes and 13 seconds. .
To promote the release of the new single, Slohi is coming live from theaters to screens around the world with emotional music videos.
If this is a statement of intent that sets the direction for the rest of the album, trust us, we're all for it. Also, Slothai, please.
Bonobo - folding
Bonobos No introduction required. The manufacturer has been bringing us all kinds of unique miniature electronics for years, releasing some really fast trip-hop records. So it's no surprise that his latest album goes in the same direction.
"Folding" is the fusion of two souls. A collaboration that saw Simon Green, the man behind the nickname Bonobo, share a studio with Montreal producer Jack Green. The record leaves its comfort zone and dives a little deeper into the club's sound. The record is driven by four-step techno beats with distorted, distorted synths, always dancing around a vocal sample.
Bonobo's spring and summer schedule promises to be packed this year, especially with this new, more energetic addition to the lineup. Stay updated on his upcoming live shows and be the first to get tickets by following the artist page - here .
VLURE - cutting
Wild Glasgow punk band VLURE are back with another new album. The lead single and follow-up to the band's acclaimed debut EP Euphoria , released early last year on So Young Records (Bean Stellar, Lime Garden, Lazarus Kane), is on today's social media addict generation. .
The self-penned and self-produced band showcases their talent on this new single. It's guaranteed to turn laid-back crowds into frenzied mosh pits when it hits theaters across the country in 2023 with its sound and rocking sound.
VLURE have a packed schedule of upcoming gigs where you can buy tickets at London Calling, SXSW SSS in the US and other music and arts festivals.
Get tickets to see VLURE live below:
Now DIY and more with links to the next tour
Music and art festivals in other countries
Listen to the best new releases of January 2023 in our essential listening playlist. Be sure to follow the playlist for a regular dose of new music every week.
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Header Image Credit: Avalon Emerson / Facebook.com
