The Bias Checklist is a Ok-pop weblog that additionally covers a good quantity of J-pop. However similar to most music followers, I get pleasure from tracks from all all over the world. So, I assumed I’d begin a month-to-month round-up of a number of the non-Ok-pop songs which have caught my ear. No scores — simply highlights!

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Alle Farben – Name My Identify (ft. Sofiloud)

I actually just like the choral sound of the vocal manufacturing. It blends properly with the music’s trance components to create a satisfying sense of depth.

Ani & Kiki – Kauniita

Finland continues to deliver the pop items with this beguiling duet. The melodies have a pleasant sense of pressure and escalation, particularly throughout the refrain.

Asbjørn – Vulnerably Completely satisfied

The manufacturing on that is very attention-grabbing, paying homage to SHINee of their most experimental moments.

Ava Max – Spot A Pretend

She does what she does very properly, and that is one other bulletproof, economically construction pop hit.

Benjamin – Kuollut liekki

Echoing final yr’s unimaginable Hoida Mut, this new synth banger continues Benjamin’s run of good pop tracks. He’s scarily constant.

Bentley Robles – Tantrum

Bentley’s been one in all my favourite 2024 artists and Tantrum is one other synth-fueled stunner. He’s received such a traditional pop contact with a contemporary creative viewpoint.

Chloe Jane – Dance Ground Emergency

The Fifth Component cosplay caught my eyes first however the groove stored me engaged. That is so, so addictive. The pulsing electro manufacturing is all the things.

Confidence Man – Let Them Bells Ring

Whereas we await their new album, this facet monitor has me much more excited. It’s such a enjoyable, old-school dance sound.

Cyan Kicks – Don’t You Say I Didn’t Warn You

Again to Finland, with a shot of electro pop punk power. That is such a megawatt anthem, just about forcing your fist within the air.

Dizzy Days – Can’t Cease!

This lady group/band really filmed a video for a distinct monitor on their album, however opener Can’t Cease is the one which’s turn out to be lodged on my playlist. I really like that effusive refrain.

Ellen Benediktson – Maniac

Scandinavians are harnessing a distinct power than the remainder of the world proper now. This high-octane pop banger hits all of the marks after which some.

Julie Bergan – Dive

Trance is again within the mainstream, and I couldn’t be happier. This is a wonderful instance of methods to meld the style to shiny pop melodies. It’s unbelievable.

Lovequest – Happiness

A brand new Jake Shears facet challenge? I’m subscribing to the channel earlier than even listening to the music. Fortunately, Happiness is ultra-enjoyable dance music with a retro contact.

Nelly Furtado – Honesty

I haven’t had an opportunity to hearken to her new album but, however this can be a enjoyable little pop bauble. It’s too quick, although!

Nova Might – Mr. Bus Driver

This music is months outdated, however her EP was launched just lately and that is my favourite monitor on there. It’s an awesome throwback to the late-2000’s “recession pop” period.

Purple Disco Machine – All My Life (ft. The Magician)

Purple Disco Machine’s new album is out this week, which is usually a reminder of what number of wonderful tracks they’ve launched over the previous few years. Add this one to the record!

Rose Grey – Angel Of Satisfaction

This feels like ABBA getting tousled and heading to the membership. I really like the dramatic, strings-kissed verses.

Silence Wang – Take Off

My most dependable C-pop man is slowly constructing what I assume will probably be a brand new album. This has an awesome synthwave sound.

Studio Killers – Valentine

New Studio Killers music is rare however all the time value a celebration. I cherished this immediately and have been enjoying it consistently. The combo of intense tempo and emotive guitar is euphoric.

Change Disco – I Discovered You (ft. Charlotte Haining & Felix )

Some easy dance tracks simply hit tougher than others. This one slams particularly exhausting as its refrain explodes.

Tom Grennan – Larger

His final album was very sturdy and this new monitor portends a groovier funk makeover.

The Weeknd – Dancing In The Flames

I nonetheless assume that is underwhelming and generic as a lead single, however its melodies have grown extra addictive than I’d first thought.