Songs of the Week - 30/03/2026
These are the essential tracks you need to check out this week!
overpass - 'Heaven'
Overpass continue the build towards their debut album Elsewhere, Always with new single ‘Heaven’. The track centres on the push and pull of a relationship that never quite settles, holding onto hope while recognising the same patterns keep repeating. There’s a clear shift in tone here, particularly with lead vocalist Max Newbold's falsetto bringing a more vulnerable edge that lets the tracks' emotion sit front and centre. ‘Heaven’ feels like a step forward in both sound and maturity for a band who have already built so much hype ahead of their debut.
Seafret - 'Guilty'
Seafret return with their fourth album Fear Of Emotion, with ‘Guilty’ standing out as one of its most defining moments. The track captures the frustrating weight that comes with looking back on things you cannot change. It feels like a track built on everything that makes Seafret so great, notably their honest songwriting and cinematic production. As part of an album rooted in growth and reflection, ‘Guilty’ shows just how effortlessly Seafret can create something that feels hugely impactful without ever losing its emotional core.
Benny G - 'She Was Just a Stranger'
Benny G has offered another insight into his upcoming EP When You Know You Know with new single ‘She Was Just a Stranger’. It is a stripped back track that allows Benny's gripping vocals to really take centre stage. There’s a rawness to it that comes through in both the writing and delivery, keeping things grounded in real emotion that people can truly relate to. With continual releases this good, it’s no surprise Benny G is in the midst of a stratospheric rise.
DON BROCO ft. Sam Carter - 'True Believers'
DON BROCO have just dropped their heaviest, and arguably their best, album to date, Nightmare Tripping. It really is a no-skip record, but ‘True Believers’ really stands out as one of its most explosive moments. Featuring Architect's lead vocalist Sam Carter, the track hits hard from the outset, pairing relentless energy with a message that takes aim at rising extremism and societal influence. It’s another bold, no-holding-back release from DON BROCO, who really have taken their sound to a whole new level on the new record.
Twin Skeletons - 'Useless'
Twin Skeletons unleash their latest single ‘Useless’, a track that packs everything so exciting about this band into one electrifying package. The vocals carry raw emotion across layers of sharp guitars and a punchy rhytmn that you cannot help but move to. It is a sound that feels tailor made for live shows. 'Useless' is further proof of exactly why this four-piece are at the forefront of a fearless new wave of bands, blending nu-metal, darkwave and pop elements into something entirely their own.
PET NEEDS - 'Tour Worn'
PET NEEDS distil a decade of touring life into ‘Tour Worn’, a punk-rock snapshot of the chaos that comes with life on the road. It is just one of the 16 exceptional songs on the group's new album ELBOWS OUT! THIS IS CAPITALISM, which is a genuine album of the year contender. Picking just one track to highlight was therefore near impossible, but the songwriting on this track just made it impossible not to include. It is a real eye opening insight into the world of a touring band, wrapped in adrenaline, heart and hard-hitting riffs.
WREX - 'Paranoia'
WREX continue their riotous start to 2026 with new single ‘Paranoia’. Written backward from its final line, “Don’t try to save me, just pull the cord,” the song exposes the claustrophobia of obsessive thoughts and the unease of overthinking. It’s thematically dark and strikingly honest but is delivered with a real sense of optimism that light may come from the darkness. 'Paranoia’ sets the tone for their forthcoming EP SADWORLD, a journey through anxiety, trauma and the fleeting reprieves of hope.
Beatrix - 'My Angel'
Beatrix’s ‘My Angel’ is a slow-burning Americana track that builds from something stripped and acoustic into a hazy guitar-led masterpiece. As instrumentally gripping as this song is, it is the songwriting that really stood out for me, with every line feeling plucked from a memory and laid bare. It’s about love lost and the ghosts we carry, the small moments that hit harder than we expect. The vocal delivery of these thoughts glide from hushed intimacy to raw, aching crescendos that really drive home the emotional feel of this song.
Liya Shapiro - 'Another Woman'
Liya Shapiro’s new single ‘Another Woman’ is a haunting anthem of heartbreak. The lyrics confront that strange ache of feeling something deeply for someone, even when you know it’s over. There’s a real tension driving the song forward, with melancholic verses unfolding over strings and electric guitars that steadily build before erupting into a cathartic, distorted outro. This is a real standout release from an artist who looks set to take 2026 by storm.
The Covasettes - 'Honeymoon Forever'
The Covasettes have continued to stamp their mark on the UK indie scene while building hype around their debut album with the release of its title track, ‘Honeymoon Forever’. The song captures the rush and warmth of new love in the most infectious way, balancing catchy melodies with genuine romantic depth. It’s playful yet thoughtful, delivering a love‑filled track without ever drifting into cringe. It's another feel‑good glimpse into their debut album, out April 10th, it’s already shaping up to be one of my most anticipated releases of the year.
Megan Summersby - 'Don't You Remember'
Megan Summersby delivers a stirring new alt-pop single with ‘Don’t You Remember’. Rooted in melancholy but brimming with feeling, the track reflects on experiences of recovery and self-reflection. It opens with a raw vocal section that lets Megan’s voice take centre stage and allows the weight of the song to come through before electronic elements take over and give the track a real artistic identity.
Mabes - 'Death of a Hero'
Mabes steps into her most vulnerable self with new single ‘Death of a Hero’. This heartfelt country-pop track sees her confront the quiet devastation that comes with realising someone you idolised wasn’t all they seemed. The lyricism is as sharp and affecting as ever, paired with captivating vocal delivery, a combination that has become the hallmark of Mabes. Sinc returning last summer, Mabes has gone from strength to strength and shows no signs of slowing down.
Lucy Crisp - 'Snakes and Ladders'
Lucy Crisp has just dropped her first release of 2026, the dance-pop anthem ‘Snakes and Ladders’. From the first synthy riff, the track pulses with confidence, turning the ups and downs of life into an empowering song that’s irresistibly catchy. The production is sharp and modern, pairing striking synths with Lucy’s fearless lyricism and delivery. Lucy Crisp has never shied away from tapping into vulnerability and creating music that uplifts. This song proves she’s fully in control of her narrative and ready to own every moment.
Maïcee - 'STAR'
Maïcee has served up a bright, irresistible hit with ‘STAR’, a track built around a hook that sticks from the first listen. Written during a difficult time in her life, the song became a way for Maïcee to reconnect with her spark, and that mentality shines through every note. It’s an instantly bold and uplifting track that makes you feel like you could walk down the street with all eyes on you. 'STAR' acts as a reminder (not that one was needed) of just how good Maïcee is at crafting pop that radiates confidence, marking a stellar return from an artist who continues to rise.
For Nina - 'Labour Of My Love'
For Nina have returned with their first track since last summer, ‘Labour Of My Love’, a release that acts as the perfect introduction for anyone new to the trio. It’s a dynamic track that balances gentle, weightless vocals with bold, driving instrumentation, giving the song real impact. You’re simultaneously being softly guided through an emotional journey while pushed to headbang along with its intensity. It’s a seamless display of contrast that shows exactly why For Nina stand out.
Megan Scott - 'Lily Avenue'
Megan Scott continues her rise in the UK pop scene with new single ‘Lily Avenue’, a song that feels almost pulled straight from a diary. The track is filled with personal lyricism but styled in a way where so many listeners can relate their own experiences to those that Megan sings about. With catchy melodies and indie-pop influences, Megan sits perfectly in that space where vulnerability meets energy, letting you cry one minute and dance the next.
Platoon - 'Fix You'
Platoon have just released ‘Fix You’, an alternative folk-pop track that blends lo-fi warmth with emotionally raw storytelling. Stripped acoustic guitar and harmonious duet style vocals give the song a real weight. There’s a clarity to the writing here that makes every line land without needing anything flashy around it. It’s a quieter, more intimate turn for the band, one that shows how powerful they can be when they pull everything back and let the songwriting speak for itself.
Dubh Lee - 'FUFO'
‘FUFO’ marks a striking new chapter for Dubh Lee, distilling a moment of personal chaos into a song that explores fragility whilst staying resolute. Born from a night where everything seemed to collapse at once, the track traces the emotional freefall that comes with not knowing what comes next. Its sparse, close‑knit arrangement leaves space for every breath and tremor in her voice, turning the song into a gentle lifeline for anyone who has ever felt adrift. 'FUFO' is the perfect introduction to Dubh's new EP of the same name.
Nory-J - 'Weekend With Benny'
This week’s Songs of the Week are closed out by Nory‑J’s new single ‘Weekend With Benny’. The track blends warm melodies and vibrant textures that feel perfectly timed for the days growing brighter. It’s a song that is sonically upbeat but manages to maintain a nostalgic, reflective feel, capturing the highs and lows of fleeting moments with an easy, addictive charm. 'Weekend With Benny' is another confident step from an artist steadily shaping his own lane in the UK's indie-pop scene
