Hot Picks 24/4/26 Part Two – The Best New Releases

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Photo: Cries of Redemption

Today, we bring to you our hottest finds of the week. We have curated a list of the best releases from our musical travels this week and are putting them all in one place for your listening pleasure! This coverage is created via #sustainablecurator

Artist: DJ Pappy

Release: ‘Let Them Play’

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from Essex, DJ Pappy has released the hard-hitting football single, ‘Let Them Play’. It is complete with addictive melodies, engaging lyrics and rich production. ‘Let Them Play’ is a single that stays with the listener long after the music has ended.

https://Www.instagram.com/Lifeofapropertydeveloper

Artist: Split Second

Release: ‘Baby Blue’

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Bromsgrove-based Split Second has released the excellent alternative-rock single, ‘Baby Blue’. We adore the intelligent arrangements, textured instrumentation and charming performances. ‘Baby Blue’ is a single that needs to be on your new release playlist.

https://www.instagram.com/officialsplitsecond

Artist: HAIFA MELLITI

Release: ‘Mélodie de la Déesse Vol II’

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from France, HAIFA MELLITI has released the memorable classical album, ‘Mélodie de la Déesse Vol II’. It is fuelled by charismatic performances, exquisite musicianship and intelligent arrangements. ‘Mélodie de la Déesse Vol II’ is an album that will stand the test of time. Enjoy below!

https://haifamelliti.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Haifa.mellitiartiste
https://www.instagram.com/arthaifamelliti/

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Artist: The Willful Deaf

Release: ‘Spirit of Youth’

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from Ireland, The Willful Deaf has released the brilliant indie-folk single, ‘Spirit of Youth’. It is fuelled by textured instrumentation, hard-hitting lyrics and magnetic melodies. ‘Spirit of Youth’ is a single that sets The Willful Deaf above the noise this Spring.

https://www.instagram.com/willfuldeaf

Artist: Cries of Redemption

Release: ‘Torn’ feat sriracha 

Release Date: OUT NOW!

‘Torn’ is a phenomenal release from Cries of Redemption feat. sriracha, showcasing engaging musicianship, an ever-evolving arrangement, and punchy melodies. The campaign marks the return of sriracha (Billy Babcock – Icarus Machine, Kompoz) after an 11-year hiatus, alongside his induction into the TJPL Class of 2026 with honorary members Chiara and Denisse Ferrara. The project also credits session vocalists Maria Duque and Martina Questa for their contributions, distinct from the official inductees. Enjoy below!

https://www.criesofredemptionmusic.com
https://criesofredemption.bandcamp.com/album/cries-of-redemption
https://www.instagram.com/band.criesofrmusic/

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Also! Check out the awesome other artists on the ‘Discovered This Week’ Playlist!

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