The best new and upcoming artists to look out for this month…

Dream Beach

No label involvement, no blog premiers and no A&Rs; Ryan Hemsworth’s Secret Songs venture is every new musician’s dream. A chance to be heard by 20,000 followers with no compromises and no strings attached, Secret Songs brings the best and brightest in new electronic music to the forefront. Dream Beach, one of Hemsworth’s latest tips and the current project of Andy James Oliver, has everything you would expect from an artist recommended by the Pokemon loving Canadian producer – catchy tracks drowning in bubblegum synth and a hearty helping of euphoria. Bliss.

For Fans Of: Cashmere Cat, Ryan Hemsworth

Download: ÔÇÿMissing Peace’

soundcloud.com/dream-beach

@AndyJamesOliver

Desert Stars

Brooklyn three-piece, Desert Stars, have been knocking around since 2012 and let’s face it, they are by no means newcomers to the industry. But, having undergone a significant line up cull since formation, Desert Stars return full force with a new single and a hella good chorus this autumn. If you’re a fan of shoegazey ramblings that tip toe their way into the pools of dream pop, this is the band for you. If not, then close you’re eyes, take a deep breath and jump feet first into Desert Stars’ microcosm of delight: it’s a decision you certainly won’t regret.

For Fans Of: Happyness

Download: ÔÇÿHamster Wheel’

soundcloud.com/desertstars

@desertstarsband

Tunji Ige

He’s 19 years old, a freshman at university and peddling hooks so contagious you would think he’d been in the game since birth; Tunji Ige is the Philadelphia based rapper and producer with knowledge far beyond his years. Currently working with some of the most sought after upcoming names in hip-hop, Tunji is making waves that the Internet can only contain for so long. He’s a likely bid for the big time and with tunes like this, it’s doubtful he’ll be giving up soon. Do we mind? Nope, not one tiny bit.

For Fans Of: Can we just say Drake again?

Download: ÔÇÿThe Ex Song’

soundcloud.com/tunji_ige

@tunjiige

Weaves

Weaves are a Toronto-bred four piece and they come bearing that dose of teen angst you’ve been longing for ever since you donated your studded belt to St. Peter’s Hospice in 2009; with open arms, we welcome them. Led by the anguished vocals of Jasmyn Burke and priding themselves on taking inspiration from all the greats – Aaliyah included ÔÇô their offering of gawky, slightly sulky pop provides the perfect balance between sentimentality and sting that 2014 has been so desperately holding out for.

For Fans Of: Weezer’s The Blue Album

Download: ÔÇÿShithole’

weaves.bandcamp.com

@weeaves