In the ancient world, purple was originally the colour reserved for the imperial families of Rome, Persia and Egypt and while it’s no longer elitist, there’s still something special to be had to the red-meets-blue hue. Our Purple Pop selection showcases the most luxurious, beautiful and unmissable pop music finds for our ears to yours.
Our new Purple Pop playlist is here and starting off with a shimmering, sharp-edged pop gem titled ‘Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night’. Built on glossy production and an undercurrent of melancholy, Avery Cochrane turns self-doubt into dance-floor catharsis and captures the ache of molding yourself to fit in while knowing no one’s met the real you. Avery’s vocals glide between vulnerability and defiance, her melodies irresistible even as the lyrics cut deep. There’s a cinematic sweep to the track, but it never loses its emotional core. Both relatable and deeply personal, it’s the kind of song that makes you move and think at the same time, solidifying Avery Cochrane as pop’s next essential voice.
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‘i don’t want your garden’ is another hypnotic glimpse into Hazlett’s new album. The song explores the conflicting emotions of loss with soul-stirring lyricism, building from a quiet beginning to a surging, cinematic crescendo. As a final preview of last night you said you missed me, the track beautifully encapsulates the album’s vulnerable and cathartic tone. It’s a sonic postcard crafted for quiet moments and hopeful new beginnings, showcasing Hazlett’s talent for emotional storytelling and lush indie folk atmospheres. This powerful single reminds us that his music is a comforting hug in song form.
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Capturing the rush of rediscovering life’s spark after a season of heaviness, Rosie H Sullivan’s ‘Don’t You Wanna Feel It’ radiates pure joy. Written in Copenhagen with producer Bastian Langebæk, the track blends sunlit acoustic textures, playful vocal brass hooks, and an irresistibly catchy chorus. It’s a warm invitation to be fully present, to feel every high and low without holding back. Rosie’s voice, clear and brimming with light, carries both gratitude and giddy freedom. Equal parts grounded and euphoric, this is her most vibrant release yet. It’s a summer anthem that lingers like golden-hour air, leaving you lighter than when it found you.
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From iRO debut album White Roses, ‘Lonely’ is a tender, soul-baring blend of folk intimacy and alt-pop shimmer. Rooted in heartfelt storytelling, the track distills the Brooklyn troubadour’s journey, from busking in NYC subways to global festival stages, into something deeply personal and universal. His warm, textured vocals carry a quiet ache, while delicate guitar lines and subtle production swells create space for every emotion to breathe. It’s a song about solitude that somehow makes you feel less alone, inviting connection through honesty. With ‘Lonely’, iRO proves he can captivate just as powerfully in headphones as on a festival stage.
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‘Car Crash’ is a dance-pop anthem that sugarcoats danger with euphoric early 2000s electronic pop synths. Co-written with Dan Bartlett and July Jones, Greta Isaac’s single embodies her chaotic alter-ego Dolly Zoom’s reckless charm. This is a thrilling introduction to a mischievous character who convinces us that a bad idea can be a thrilling one. It’s pop music with a mischievous glint in its eye, a gloriously unhinged anthem for the part of us that rebels against ordinariness and conformity. This single is an exciting glimpse into a deliciously chaotic new era for the artist.
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Built on warm acoustic roots and swelling atmospheric layers, Andrew Duncan’s debut single ‘Bloom’ is both intimate and widescreen, reflecting the tension between overthinking and the longing to truly live. The Scottish singer-songwriter’s voice carries a quiet urgency, his searching lyrics unfolding like journal entries set to soaring melodies. There’s a bittersweet beauty here, the sound of growth tinged with regret for moments missed. The production, lush yet restrained, gives space for every emotion to land. ‘Bloom’ feels like a turning point for an artist stepping into the light, ready to be fully present.
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Captivating with its layers of delicate, ethereal harmonies, Isabel’s enchanting track ‘Playing God’ draws listeners into a relatable narrative about the human desire to control our own lives. Led by her intimate and distinctive vocal delivery, the sleek, pop-forward production, influenced by 90s R&B and garage, provides a perfect canvas for the honest and resonant lyrics. With a powerful emotional anchor in its catchy chorus, the song is a beautiful blend of introspection and cool, understated energy. This single is a compelling showcase of Isabel’s talent for crafting dreamy, alternative pop.
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Nick Howe’s latest single ‘Airplane Mode’ is a raw and deeply personal indie folk-pop song. The track bravely recounts the poignant moment of a breakup coinciding with the birth of his first child, serving as a testament to his use of music as a form of therapy. As a seasoned performer with a rich family history in entertainment, Nick demonstrates his innate talent for crafting killer, low-key hooks that make his emotional storytelling incredibly accessible. This spirited and honest song is a powerful example of an artist turning a moment of personal vulnerability into a compelling and relatable sonic experience.
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Recorded in the acoustically pristine Leighton Concert Hall and co-produced with Matt Wiggins, The Bergamot’s ‘Beauty That We See’ is a breathtaking fusion of indie-folk warmth and cinematic grandeur, elevated by the angelic voices of the Notre Dame Children’s Choir. The track unfolds like a sonic sunrise with lush strings, soaring harmonies, and heartfelt lyrics urging hope and perseverance. Nathaniel Paul and Jillian Speece deliver vocals with both intimacy and conviction, their message of building a brighter future resonating deeply. At once orchestral and deeply human, ‘Beauty That We See’ feels timeless. It’s a moving reminder that vision and love can still shape the world.
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Hailing from Canada, the duo of Mike DaSilva and Vanessa Lepp expertly blends a lo-fi bedroom feel with a polished pop sensibility. Their new single ‘restless heart’ is a compelling indie-pop anthem that tackles the universal feeling of being creatively stuck. The track’s strength lies in its catchy, genre-bending approach, which remains light-hearted and simple while delivering a deeply relatable message. The chorus, hitting its stride at the 0:40 mark, is a definite highlight that showcases the song’s slapping hook and makes it perfect for both laid-back and high-energy playlists. An impressive, independently-produced effort from sine language.
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Born from a friend’s road trip reflections and refined through a collaborative process, neurocrush’s debut single ‘Silhouettes and State Lines’ beautifully captures the emotional weight of distance and memory. As an emerging artist with a decade of experience, neurocrush crafts a rich synth-driven sound that blends cinematic textures with melodic hooks. Drawing from synthpop and dream pop influences, his music feels authentic and deliberate with a firm focus on human connection over fleeting trends. This deeply personal, evocative, and synth-laden single marks a compelling new chapter for neurocrush, promising more meaningful sonic experiences for listeners.
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