Every week, Music News and Liberty Music look at the best new releases from emerging and self-releasing artists.
under:tones - ‘Crossroads’ Electronic trio under:tones (Alex Neri of Planet Funk, Matteo Zarcone, and vocalist Sonny Reeves) return with their euphoric new single ‘Crossroads’, the follow-up to debut ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’ and a preview of their forthcoming 2026 album ‘Encounters’. Written across Los Angeles, London, and Florence, the track blends analog warmth with cinematic electronic production, unfolding into a melodic techno rush built for sunrise sets, festival peaks, and transformative collective moments.
The New Condition - ‘Maybe’ Australian-born, LA-based artist and Emmy-nominated director Fletcher Moules unveils ‘Maybe’, the latest single from his project The New Condition and a highlight from their forthcoming self-titled debut album. A haunting synth-pop rock track first written two decades ago, ‘Maybe’ carries the bittersweet pull of a half-memory, brought to life with nostalgic keys, crisp electric drums, and Moules’ unfiltered vocals, elevated by mixing from Mark Saunders and mastering by Matt Colton
Kris James - ‘Smashed My Own Record’ Kris James unveils his new album ‘Pixelated Heart’, a 12-track collection that captures the turbulence of love and life with raw honesty. Led by the poignant focus track ‘Smashed My Own Record’, the record highlights Kris’ gift for transforming vulnerability into resilience, rooted in a journey that began with soul classics in Liverpool and shaped by both doubt and encouragement at home.
Energy Whores - ‘Pretty Sparkly Things’ Energy Whores return with their cutting new single ‘Pretty Sparkly Things’, a sharp fusion of synth-pop, avant electro, and biting satire that critiques consumer culture while delivering an infectious dance-floor pulse. Led by Carrie Schoenfeld and Attilio Valenti, the New York outfit pair pulsing synths, incisive lyricism, and provocative visuals to create an upbeat anthem that’s as confrontational as it is euphoric.
Mouth Water - ‘Rise (warner case Remix)’ Mouth Water teams up with fellow producer warner case for ‘Rise (warner case Remix)’, a hypnotic reimagining of his emotive original track. While the original ‘Rise’ reflected on past friendships and hope for reconnection, this new remix transforms it into a vibrant, club-ready journey, bridging personal storytelling with late-night euphoria.
