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As we hit the mid-point of October, this week we have added ten new tracks to our Discovery Playlist, on both Apple Music and Spotify, including two songs we premiered earlier in the week. Our track of the week is \u201cStay In Your Lane\u201d from the fabulous Courtney Barnett<\/strong>.<\/p>\n This new track signals the start of her next musical chapter and is her first release since the surprise instrumental album End Of The Day<\/em>, as well as her first new song since the critically acclaimed 2021 album, Things Take Time, Take Time<\/em>. Yes, it\u2019s been a wee while. And what a return. It has her trademark richly vivid lyrics that still leave room for interpretation. As always, the guitars are a highlight, and there is a pulsating, driving rhythm section which rips menacingly. You must check out the accompanying video<\/a> \u2014 it\u2019s not for the faint-hearted.<\/p>\n \u201cThere\u2019s No Stopping Me\u201d is the latest single from North London singer-songwriter Jonathan Jeremiah <\/b>and his forthcoming new album We Come Alive<\/i> (Out November 7th via [PIAS]). Lyrically it taps into something both deeply personal, but also relatable and resonant. It\u2019s all about having the courage to move on; and about living life deliberately. It\u2019s practically a positive affirmation in song form; and with sweeping strings, layered vocals, and Jeremiah\u2019s rich vocals up front \u2013 the vibes are immaculate!<\/p>\n Jack Carty<\/strong> is one of our favourite indie-folk singers, and he is back with \u201cPollyanna\u201d, a track that acknowledges that life can be tough but offers encouragement to tackle these challenges head-on. As always, his vocals are just ever so calming. Sweet piano and a gentle rhythm section allow the vocals to carry the warmth and intimacy of his lyrics. \u201cPolyanna\u201d is about resilience, hope, and the quiet courage of optimism,\u201d<\/em> says Carty<\/span>. \u201cIt\u2019s a song that came from reflecting on how we carry ourselves through life\u2019s harder seasons and the strength it takes to keep choosing joy.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Matt Corby<\/b> has gone Motown (sort of) on his new single \u201cBurn It Down\u201d. The single is the second to be released from his forthcoming album Tragic Magic<\/i> \u2013 which is out March 6th next year. The single has Corby leaning further into a classic soul sound and it is a joy. \u201cBurn It Down\u201d is fun, playful and groove-laden. Alongside Corby continuing to show his multi-instrumentalist chops, there\u2019s some sweet backing vocals from Meg Mac<\/strong> and Nat Dunn<\/strong>; and a string section just to add to that vintage energy further.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can currently catch Corby as a special guest for Teddy Swims<\/strong>\u2018 I\u2019ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour. <\/i>Most of the dates have sold out, but there\u2019s been a handful of shows with tickets remaining if you\u2019re quick.<\/p>\n Alice<\/span>\u00a0Ruby\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>is a rising indie-pop artist from Naarm. Her latest single, \u201cHitch Hiking\u201d, is a lush, cinematic indie pop track that explores the beauty and impermanence of fleeting connections. The track showcases her many talents\u2014dreamy vocals, intricate guitars, strings, and more. Alice will be celebrating the release of \u201cHitch Hiking\u201d with a headline show on the 4th of December at NightHawks Bar<\/a> in Collingwood. Get there if you can and support live music!<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cPLAINTIVE NATIVE\u201d is the thunderous new single from Walsall duo BIG SPECIAL<\/b>; and comes hot on the heels of their surprise second album NATIONAL AVERAGE<\/i> in July. According to the duo, \u201cThe song is about political turmoil clouding the minds of the nation that turns moral conviction into apathy. It\u2019s about worry for the future and a lack of hope. It\u2019s the confusion of trying to be good when everything is so bad and not knowing how to navigate and trust all the wagging fingers and waving fists.\u201d <\/i>It\u2019s a timely release (and not just in their native UK); it\u2019s loud, raucous, powerfully confronting and also completely compelling; with an almost punk poet spoken word delivery at times. One for fans of IDLES<\/strong> and Fontaines D.C.<\/strong><\/p>\n Also added to the playlist this week is \u201cThirteen\u201d, the beautiful new single from artist, producer and activity Malaika Mfalme<\/strong>. The personal track is from Mfalme\u2019s forthcoming second EP \u00a0Unfurling<\/em>. We also have \u201cThese Days\u201d, the nostalgia tinged new track from First Nations rap trio 3%<\/strong>. It\u2019s all about the times when the days<\/span> stretched out, and life felt simpler; but also a reminder to live in the present and enjoy those moments before they fade into the past. It\u2019s deceptively poignant; even more so when you see the track\u2019s accompanying music video<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Finally we\u2019ve also added \u201cDescending Love\u201d from John Drake<\/strong>, and \u201cAs I See\u201d from Laura Adeline<\/strong>, both of which we premiered here exclusively earlier in the week.<\/p>\n Catch all the new music updated every Friday on Apple Music:<\/p>\n