CURIOUS FOR MUSIC: FRESH HITS (19.12.25)

Welcome to our bi-weekly round-up, where we spotlight the freshest releases, emerging voices, and genre-pushing music from across the globe. Whether it's a chart-shaker or an underground gem, if it moves us, it's here. Bringing you music that you should be curious about!

Peter DiMaggio ‘Fly Away’

“Fly Away” feels like the emotional pep talk your best friend would give you at 2 a.m. — but set to an anthemic beat that makes healing sound like a party. Peter DiMaggio turns heartbreak into fireworks here, balancing glossy production with genuine heart. The track is cinematic, hopeful, and ridiculously replayable — proof that empowerment and pop hooks go hand in hand. You’ll be humming this one long after the credits roll.

Why Another ‘Hold On Tight’

Strap in and let go—Why Another’s “Hold On Tight” is the indie-rock adrenaline shot you didn’t know you needed. From the first punchy riff to the final breath of clarity, the track catapults you through tension, release, and emotional free fall. And the animated video? Think surreal printmaking meets existential amusement park ride—our nameless hero tumbles through chaos in style, reminding us that sometimes the best way to survive life’s mess is to just… let go.

Walter Miller ‘Basic Instinct’

If you’ve ever wanted a song that makes you feel like you could conquer the world in gym shoes or stilettos, Walter Miller’s “Basic Instinct” is your jam. It’s part arena-rock spectacle, part personal manifesto, and 100% infectious fun. With its mix of dramatic guitars, playful lyrics, and a vocal performance that commands attention, this single proves Miller is here to entertain—and inspire—at the same time.

Zuko Sian ‘Spill A Little Tea’

If emotions had a flavor, “Spill A Little Tea” would be exactly like Zuko Sian’s signature Burgundy red — rich, bold, and impossible to ignore. Her voice floats over jazz-laced beats like a cat casually judging your life choices, and the lyrics hit with the kind of honesty you wish your friends would dish out more often. It’s the perfect soundtrack for dramatic walks, overthinking, or pretending you’re in a period drama while making toast.

OUTER ‘Svartsengi’

If Studio Ghibli ever scored a slow-burning indie road trip through volcanic Iceland, “Svartsengi” would be the theme song. OUTER delivers a swirl of misty piano, atmospheric whispers, and trumpet lines so airy they might actually float away if you don’t hold onto them. It’s soft, cinematic, and weirdly addictive—like the musical equivalent of that friend who never raises their voice but somehow always steals the scene.

The Kid J The Don ‘Crash Out’

“Crash Out” feels like being dropped into the middle of a storm with That Kid J The Don as your guide, barking hard truths over a beat that refuses to sit still. He spits with the urgency of someone who’s seen the bottom, fought his way out, and came back swinging just to prove a point. The track hits like a controlled explosion — chaotic enough to rattle your bones, but crafted with the precision of a fighter who knows exactly where to land every strike. It’s raw, loud, honest, and impossible to ignore.

Neil Friedlander ‘Totem’

On “Totem,” Neil Friedlander launches The Change with a crisp, shimmering pop-rock sound that belies its pandemic-era origins. Written in the fog of solitude and self-reassessment, the track captures an artist recalibrating his sense of direction, using wit and self-awareness to cut through the haze. Friedlander’s collaboration with producer Chris Camilleri yields a polished, breezy sonic palette reminiscent of late-90s alt-pop, while Alex DeTurk’s mastering adds clarity without sacrificing warmth. The accompanying video—equal parts escapist fantasy and artistic manifesto—extends the track’s momentum, placing Friedlander amid surreal forest vistas and ethereal Muses whose choreography reinforces the song’s themes of searching, resilience, and creative rebirth. It’s a confident, inviting start to the album.

Dantiti ‘Big Big Tinz’

It’s hard not to smile when “Big Big Tinz” drops. Dantiti brings a playful optimism that feels infectious, backed by beats that make it impossible to sit still. This is Afrobeats done with personality, heart, and a little bit of swagger—exactly what you want from a summer anthem, no matter the season.

counterglow ‘new car’

With “new car,” counterglow turn self-discovery into a late-night drive through the stars. The track glows with warmth, curiosity, and quiet confidence. Freedom never sounded so soft—or so sure.