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Surreal art-pop, mellow R&B, exquisite indie-folk and a farewell to two funk icons

Caroline Polachek: Billions Caroline Polachek’s ethereal psych-pop track “Billions” enthralls listeners from the first eerie pulses and clanks. Featuring vocals from London’s Trinity Boys & Girls Choir, the song shape-shifts over its almost-five minutes, from stark to spectral to a rich, resplendent treasure. The mesmerizing video—by Polachek and her frequent collaborator Matt Copson—takes viewers on a surreal ride. Bree Runway: Pressure Bree Runway’s first release …

Ruby Tingle: Flood

From multidisciplinary artist and performer Ruby Tingle, the experimental track “Flood” enchants with unexpected and atmospheric vocal dimension. The single will appear on Tingle’s debut solo EP, Lagoons, out 25 February on No Such Thing Records. Though Tingle describes her compositions on this release as “music from the swamp” (as the tracks have been inspired by her love of the Warrington Museum and Art Gallery’s …

Orion Sun: dirty dancer

For her upcoming EP Getaway (out 11 March), Orion Sun turns feelings of insecurity into the rhythmic and relaxing song “dirty dancer.” Dreamy vocals and a languid beat comprise this tender new R&B-tinged track, which is also accompanied by a music video. Directed by Courtney Loo, the video—replete with lone tears, fluid choreography and warm tones—beautifully encapsulates this single’s mellow melancholia.