From London-based singer-songwriter Hope Tala comes a bossa nova-tinged R&B track, “Tiptoeing.” The buoyant, layered tune (produced in collaboration with Greg Kurstin) is “about the dance we do when we’re at the threshold of romance,” Tala says. “It’s about treading carefully when you’re not quite sure what the other person is feeling, but desperately wanting to take a risk because you’re young and life is …
Featuring lyrics from avant-pop artist Caroline Polachek’s song “Parachute,” from her first solo album, Pang, this shirt also boasts a fictional map—with destinations like “Not afraid to drown” and “Awake.” Available in size small to XXL and made from 100% cotton, this garment’s witchy, folklore vibe echoes that of the gorgeous song.
New from Birmingham-based singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist SIPHO, “Beady Eyes” brims with emotion. Replete with gospel tinges, a thudding bass line, glistening synths and impeccable percussion by Freddy Sheed, the song soars with SIPHO’s wounded but powerful vocals.