Oluwatosin’ is the latest album from Nigerian-born, UK-based artist and producer 705—a deeply personal project that introduces listeners to the man behind the artist.
‘Oluwatosin’ is 705’s real name, and choosing it as the album title was an intentional statement: This is me. This is Oluwatosin. This is 705.
Across the project, 705 explores different parts of his journey, blending Afrobeats, Afro-fusion, rap and melodic influences with lyrics delivered in English, Yoruba and Nigerian Pidgin.
The album reflects his experiences, ambitions, relationships, faith and determination to remain committed to his craft. From moments of celebration and gratitude to songs about perseverance, love and personal growth, ‘Oluwatosin’ presents an honest picture of an artist who has continued to pursue his purpose without losing his identity.
As both an artist and producer, 705 plays a central role in shaping the project’s sound. His distinctive vocal tone, confident delivery and ability to move between rapping and melody give the album its character, while its featured artists and producers bring additional depth and variety.
More than simply a collection of songs, ‘Oluwatosin’ represents a new chapter in the journey of 705—one built on authenticity, resilience and the confidence to show the world exactly who he is.
‘Oluwatosin’ is available now on all major streaming platforms.This is the music. This is the journey. This is Oluwatosin.Check it out below…
Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists!
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MEGHAN PULLES – THE MIDHEAVEN
MEGHAN PULLES explores the emotional duality of chasing a dream while navigating profound loss on her new single, ‘The Midheaven.’ Built around delicate piano, sweeping strings, and cinematic crescendos, the track captures the delicate balance between hope and heartbreak, offering listeners a moving meditation on resilience.
Drawing inspiration from the astrological term Midheaven, a symbol of one’s calling, purpose, and public life, Pulles reflects on what it means to step into the future you’ve always imagined while carrying the weight of grief. Her vulnerable vocal performance allows every lyric to feel intensely personal while remaining universally relatable.
About the song, Pulles shares: “The Midheaven was written from the realization that stepping into the life you’ve always dreamed of does not make you immune to grief. As my career continues to grow, I have found myself holding excitement and heartbreak at the same time, watching parts of my world fall away while still believing something beautiful is ahead.”
‘The Midheaven’ is out today on all leading music platforms. Watch the official video below…
GABRIELLE VAUGHN – TWENTY THREE
GABRIELLE VAUGHN confronts the realities of mental illness and survival on her deeply personal new single, ‘TWENTY-THREE.’ Written over the course of three years, from ages 23 to 26, the track offers an unflinching look at what it means to continue carrying battles that many assume should have been left behind with youth.
Built on Vaughn’s signature blend of alternative rock, pop, soul, and R&B influences, the song examines the shame that can accompany struggling in adulthood while ultimately delivering a message of perseverance. Through striking lyricism and emotional vulnerability, Vaughn reminds listeners that healing is not always a straight line.
Speaking about the release, Vaughn shares, “It’s about realizing that mental illness and the urge to hurt yourself don’t always disappear just because you get older. There can be so much shame in still carrying those battles into adulthood, like you should’ve left them behind years ago. I hope this song reminds anyone who’s ever felt that way that they’re not the only one. Sometimes surviving doesn’t look like moving on — it looks like choosing to stay, one day at a time.”
‘TWENTY-THREE.’ was released yesterday on all leading music platforms. Check it out below…
INDIGO SYNDICATE – HOWLING AT THE MOON
INDIGO SYNDICATE Indigo Syndicate slows things down on their new single, ‘Howling At The Moon,’ delivering their most vulnerable and intimate release to date. Stripped back to little more than acoustic guitar and a raw, emotionally charged vocal, the song captures the quiet ache of missing the person you love. Through understated storytelling and heartfelt lyricism, the band transforms distance into something deeply personal and universally relatable.
Written by Samantha Sanford for her partner, Jharyss, during a week-long work trip, the song explores the small moments that make absence feel impossible to ignore. Lyrics like, “I know you love me but I’m overthinking / In my head / I miss you in our bed / Ever since you left / The house is quiet so I keep on singing,” paint a vivid portrait of longing and vulnerability.
While ‘Howling At The Moon’ begins with quiet intimacy, it gradually builds into a soaring, cathartic finale, culminating in the infectious refrain, “Woohoo, woohoo, howling at the moon / I’m howling at the moon for you.” The dynamic progression mirrors the emotional journey of missing someone, transforming solitude into an unforgettable sing-along moment.
‘Howling At The Moon’ was released yesterday across all leading music platforms. Check it out below…
DYVR – REBUILD
London-based electronic artist DYVR announces her debut album ‘Rebuild’, a deeply personal and emotionally charged collection that transforms lived experience into expansive, club-focused electronic music. Blending atmospheric production, euphoric dancefloor energy and intimate songwriting, the independent trans artist delivers a record that explores identity, resilience and community through a distinctive electronic pop lens. Across nine tracks, Rebuild establishes Dyvr as a compelling new voice within the UK’s alternative electronic landscape, where vulnerability and catharsis exist side by side.
Built around themes of pain, sisterhood, healing and self-actualisation, ‘Rebuild’ traces a journey from grief and uncertainty towards celebration and acceptance. Previous singles including ‘Sister’, ‘Glass’, and the new focus track ‘Cry Baby’ introduce the record’s emotional arc, combining dreamy vocal textures, immersive synth arrangements and propulsive club production. The result is an album equally suited to solitary reflection and collective release, capturing the transformative power of the dancefloor as a place of belonging. Check it out below…
MATILDA GRACE – COVER BOY
London’s rising pop artist MATILDA GRACE continues her rapid ascent with her latest single ‘Cover Boy’, an irresistible, nostalgia-fuelled anthem that bridges the worlds of modern pop and rock with the unmistakable energy of the 80s and 90s. At just 21 years old, Matilda is already carving out her own space within the UK’s emerging music landscape, combining sharp songwriting, bold production choices and a playful artistic identity that sets her apart from her peers. Check out ‘Cover Boy’ below…
ANNIINA – DVD
Finnish singer-songwriter ANNIINA, also known as Anniina Ballerina, further cements her place in modern pop with the release of her latest single, “DVD,” continuing to showcase the compelling songwriting and storytelling that have become hallmarks of her artistry.
Blending intimate songwriting, atmospheric folk-inspired instrumentation and captivating vocal performances, the track offers another glimpse into an artist whose deeply personal approach to songwriting is resonating with an ever-growing global audience.
This has cultivated in a sold out headline show in London in May for Anniina, and her catalogue has now exceeded 1 million streams across Spotify and Apple Music.Why not check it out below…
Singer-songwriter and Americana troubadour DANIEL LEYES releases his collaborative LP ‘Medicinal Americana’, cultivated and produced by the the late songwriter and roots, Americana, and folk-rock legend Todd Snider. The album is available on all digital streaming platforms, and you can find it HERE.
Daniel Leyes has a life story worth telling, and an album, ‘Medicinal Americana’, that brings that story to life. Born and raised on Staten Island, Leyes grew up immersed in the sounds of the ’60s and ’70s, from Motown to Led Zeppelin. He’s been playing guitar and writing songs since his teens, steadily shaping the voice he carries today.
Everything shifted for him in 2017, the first time he heard folk-Americana legend Todd Snider, specifically the song “Conservative Christian.” Leyes recalls, “My life is divided into two parts: before I heard Todd and after I heard Todd. After that chance radio encounter, my life would never be the same.”
Their friendship truly began years later, in 2023, when Leyes attended a songwriting camp hosted by Snider. The two quickly bonded, describing themselves as “cosmic old friends,” sharing songs, stories, and plenty of smoke-filled sessions that helped spark the creative energy behind this album. What neither of them knew at the time was that Medicinal Americana would become Snider’s final production project before his passing, adding a deeper emotional weight to the record.
‘Ha Ha Weed Is Legal,’ one of the album’s lead singles, sets the tone with a carefree sense of celebration. Driven by bright horns, acoustic guitars, and an infectious rhythm, it’s arguably the most immediately memorable track. It’s playful, catchy, and almost nursery rhyme-like in its simplicity.
The next single, ‘Stoner Mating Call,’ strips things back. With just Leyes’ voice and an acoustic guitar front and center, the song leans into humor and charm: “If you wanna make love until mañana / In a funky little bungalow in southwest Tijuana / After which we could smoke some marijuana / Honey, I’m the man for you.” Beneath the cheeky lines is a sincerity that makes the song feel genuine and disarming.
Another standout is ‘Astrovan,’ co-written with Snider. Raw and reflective, it shifts focus away from the album’s lighter themes and into something more personal, chasing dreams, regardless of how messy or uncertain the path may be: “I got this dream that I’m chasing / It comes before everything / This simple life I’m embracing / Living every day to play and sing.”
Other highlights include ‘Can You Do It,’ a dark, smoky, blues-tinged track that leans into introspection, while ‘Party’ swings in the opposite direction, building gradually before exploding into a full, high-energy payoff.
Dedicated to Leyes’ friend Carl “Tinker” West (Bruce Springsteen’s original manager) ‘Medicinal Americana’ is more than just a collection of songs. It’s a journey, one rooted in friendship, growth, creative freedom, and a passionate tribute to Todd Snider’s lasting influence.
Existential singer-songwriter showcases songwriting craft with eleven new songs
The new studio album ‘Pale Fire Catch Me’ by Man at Sea is a striking first full-length statement that pitches classic songwriting craft within a modern, searching landscape.
The album leans into a classic sensibility not unfamiliar to fans of Rufus Wainwright and Father John Misty: understated arrangements led by strong melodies, and an emphasis on song craft that recalls the enduring legacy of classic songwriters from the sixties and seventies.
‘Pale Fire Catch M’explores themes of doubt, whether in love or life as well as themes of devotion, or lack of in an increasingly secular world. Across eleven songs, Man at Sea wrestles openly with modern disillusionment and isolation — not offering answers so much as honest questions, held together by rich arrangements and deeply expressive vocals.
11 tracks reveal a songwriter coming into his own, displaying a highly tuned sense of song craft by a songwriter drawn to melody and emotional depth over trend-driven production. ‘Pale Fire Catch Me’is the sound of an artist standing at the edge of a renewed belief in something— perhaps just in himself.
Together, these tracks establish ‘Pale Fire Catch Me’ as an album built on classic songwriting values — melody, narrative lyricism, and emotional intelligence — while staying unmistakably rooted in the contemporary.
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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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…
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