New Lease Music New Music Roundup – 06/04/26

Welcome to the Easter addition of NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists from around the globe. In the this lineup, you’ll find something that push your musical taste buds to the limit. If you’re looking for something to lift your spirits, no look further as this list has got you covered. If you like what you hear, give it a thumbs-up below in the comment section.

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Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music!

ULTRAVIOLET – JENANE

Nashville-based vocal powerhouse JENANE has unrelieved her brand new single ‘Ultraviolet’, released on Friday (3rd April) across all leading platforms.

From the jump, ‘Ultraviolet’ grabs you by the collar with its heavy synths, pounding beats, and a smooth R&B groove with a dynamic pop edge create a vibrant backdrop for Jenane’s powerhouse soulful vocals.

Why not check out ‘Ultraviolet’ below…

INDIGO SYNDICATE – BRILEY PARKWAY

After releasing teasers, ‘Wait For Me’ and ‘DND’ – which once claimed the blog’s Song of the Week over on Instagram, INDIGO SYNDICATE return with their brand new EP ‘Briley Parkway’, released on Friday (3rd April) across all leading music platforms.

Along with their project, the trio share focus track, ‘Frantic’. Unlike its previous mellow predecessors, ‘Frantic’ dives in head first a sparse EDM drive that feel chaotic, which perfectly captures that early, addictive stage of a relationship — when everything is exciting, overwhelming, and already a little too much.

Why not check out ‘Briley Parkway’ EP below…



KOPPER & KASH – IN THE BEGINNING

‘In the Beginning’ is a reverent and self penned worship song that finds its strength in simplicity and sincerity. Written and performed by the trio KOPPER & KASH the song reflects the group’s hallmark blend of tight vocal harmonies and country-infused warmth, while centering on timeless Christian themes of creation and divinity. Known for their country traditional songs, Kopper and Kash are also devout in sharing their worship with their community.

Kopper and Kash is a family trio featuring dad Jeff Pennycoff and his daughters Mia and Ava. From a young age, the girls performed with their dad on his worship team at the family barn church, developing a deep connection to music, storytelling, and faith. Growing up immersed in country and inspirational music, they’ve built a sound that is heartfelt, authentic, and uplifting.

At its heart, ‘In The Beginning’ is a reminder of the unwavering presence of God in every moment of life — from creation to the challenges we face today.Why have a listen below…

Nick Ryan makes a bold return with new album, ‘ArchNemesis’

Nick Ryan’s ‘ArchNemesis’ — a remixed reimagining of his earlier album ‘Nemesis’ — wastes no time making an impact. From the opening track, ‘Welcome To The Nightmare’, listeners are thrown into a vivid sonic landscape bursting with oversized synths and thunderous drums, clearly inspired by Rated R Remixed by Rihanna.

And that intensity never lets up. The album is relentless in its energy, pushing the listener to move as basslines grow deeper, more progressive, and increasingly infectious across the sprawling tracklist. There’s a playful, bubblegum sheen layered into tracks like ‘Bow Down’ and ‘Don’t Hold Your Breath’, offering a carefree contrast. Yet ‘Bow Down’ in particular flips that tone lyrically, as Nick Ryan confronts past experiences with narcissistic manipulation, transforming them into something defiant and empowering.

Diving further into the project, ‘Nemesis’ and ‘Joshua Sea’ immerse the listener in rich, 90s-inspired deep house textures. From there, ‘Politics & MindGames’ bridges deep house with EDM influences, exposing a more vulnerable side of Ryan as he explores themes of frustration and emotional strain tied to manipulation and deceit.

The album then takes a nostalgic turn with ‘Toast’, channeling the familiar, commercial pulse of 90s house music, before closing with an ambitious megamix that ties the entire project together.

Originally released in 2021, ‘Nemesis’ leaned more toward alternative rock and pop with subtle electronic elements. In contrast, ‘ArchNemesis’ dives into darker, deeper territory — both sonically and thematically — amplifying its focus on societal issues, personal relationships, and unapologetic self-expression.

‘ArchNemesis’ is now available across all major platforms — and it’s a journey worth taking; why not check it out below…

Must Listens: Bow Down – Don’t Hold Your BreathNemesis; What U Did 2 MeGood People Are Hard To FindArchNemesis – Mega Mix

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Handshake In Space returns in 2026 with track, ‘If You Are Waiting’.

Swedish producer and DJ HANDSHAKE IN SPACE gets the weekend started with new single ‘If You Are Waiting’, out now on all digital platforms.

With a melodic, atmospheric sound, ‘If You Are Waiting’ moves on the border between electronic pop and cinematic house, focusing on emotion, dynamics and a clear melodic theme. The song is created for both late-night listening on headphones and electronic club music playlists.

In November, Stefan Halling – the producer behind Handshake in Space – suffered a brain hemorrhage during a visit to his daughter in Malaysia, which led to emergency surgery and a long recovery with medical restrictions. Despite fatigue and limited creative energy, working on ‘If You Are Waiting’ became a way to reconnect with creation and find a way back to focus.

I am often tired and it affects creativity, but when I listen to If You Are Waiting, all problems disappear for a while. The song took on a new meaning for me – it is about waiting, but also about not giving up hope“, says Stefan.

Handshake in Space has established itself in recent years with a series of digital releases in electronic music, focusing on melody-driven house and emotionally charged productions. The new single marks the start of a new phase after a life-changing event and will be followed by more releases in 2026.

‘If You Are Waiting’ is now out for the pleasure…so go on, why not check it out below…

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Source: Stefan Halling (Handshake In Space)

Handshake In Space shares new single ‘Feel This Free’ – A Powerful Tribute on National Coming Out Day

Swedish EDM artist HANDSHAKE IN SPACE returns with a strong and meaningful new single, ‘Feel This Free,’ released last Saturday, 11th October, on National Coming Out Day. In a year when LGBTQ+ rights are being challenged worldwide, HANDSHAKE IN SPACE sees it as especially important to release this song as a celebration of the power of love and freedom.

Composed by HANDSHAKE IN SPACE, with lyrics and melody by Tim Heller, ‘Feel This Free’ combines a driving kick drum with a warm heartbeat, emphasizing the theme of freedom and the strength found in loving openly and without fear. With lyrics like “All I’m ever gonna need / Is a kick drum and your heart beat” and repeated choruses urging to Feel this free, the song captures a feeling of rebellion, community, and courage.

‘Feel This Free’ is an anthem for anyone fighting to be themselves, a call to not let any rules or obstacles stop love. With an uplifting message and danceable beats, the song is equally a celebration of freedom as it is a reminder of the importance of solidarity and acceptance.

HANDSHAKE IN SPACE has become a voice in the Swedish EDM scene with previous releases, and this single strengthens messages of hope and resilience during a time when they are needed more than ever.

A tribute to love, freedom, and feeling free, ‘Feel This Free’ is on all major streaming platforms…why not check it out below…

Connect with HANDSHAKE IN SPACE via:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/handshakeinspace
IG: https://www.instagram.com/handshake_in_space
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handshakeinspace

Source: Stefan Halling (Handshake In Space)

LUCKY IRIS Shares New Single, ‘play me like a speaker’ Ahead Of ‘fall in love with the dj’ Mixtape

Leeds-based hyper-pop duo LUCKY IRIS have announced their upcoming mixtape, ‘fall in love with the dj’, set for release on 23rd January through EMI North in partnership with Launchpad+. The six-track project includes explosive new single ‘play me like a speaker’, released yesterday (30th September), across all leading streaming platforms.

Building on the momentum of their acclaimed ‘day to night’ EP—praised by Rolling Stone UK, DIY, and BBC Introducing—this new release marks a bold sonic evolution for the duo. Described as a “full-throttle surge of club-ready energy,” lead single ‘play me like a speaker’ pairs sharp-edged synths with chopped vocals to reflect a year of fearless experimentation. The track is so intense, it reportedly blew the duo’s car speakers on first playback.

“We’re so tired of holding back, so really ‘play me like a speaker’ was used as an exploration into seeing what we can create and very literally leaning into that,” tells Maeve. “We wrote almost every track on the mixtape on the South West coast of Ireland, using only a laptop, a mic, and a twenty-five key mini keyboard with a wireless speaker. ‘play me like a speaker’ was one of the first tracks we created for this mixtape – maybe that’s ironic – but we were having fun, creating new sounds and making music we wanted to hear.”

With earlier mixtape teaser ‘i just want to dance’ already earning praise from Wonderland, NME, BBC 6 Music, and placements on key Spotify editorial playlists, fall in love with the dj is shaping up to be a major statement in the UK pop landscape.

To celebrate, Lucky Iris will embark on their first UK tour, supporting Master Peace with shows across Nottingham, Cardiff, Southampton, Margate, and Norwich.

Why not listen to ‘play me like a speaker’ below…

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