Laurel, a London-based artist also known as Carlene Simms, has released "Move From Me" and demonstrates that she has evolved as a musician and has become a force to be reckoned with in modern music. The single ensures that Lahrel is shining as an artist thanks to her unique voice, which can create exciting soundscapes and an original hybrid of R&B, soul, and pop infused...

Some pop songs are built for escapism. They offer a three-minute vacation from the weight of things. Paul Jenner, the creative force behind the musical project 50mething, seems uninterested in this kind of holiday. His work is consistently grounded in the here and now, tackling the social and political agitations of our time with a composer’s ear and a critical eye. His 2026 single, “You Can’t...