Looking for new music but not sure where to start? We’ve compiled a list of the latest releases from eight Greater Manchester-based artists for you to discover this August. 

Listen to their newest tracks here.

 

1. Cards We Dealt by M60 

“Gary Neville’s favourite band” M60 have recently released 'Cards We Dealt', an indie-rock anthem that’ll have you running to find the date for their next gig.  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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2. This House by Meg Chandler 

Giving the name to her debut EP, indie folk song 'This House' is a great introduction to Meg Chandler’s dreamy and at times nostalgic music. 

 

3. Bleeding by Jack Critchlow 

Merging together pop, electronic and indie, Jack Critchlow’s 'Bleeding' is taking off – the single was introduced by BBC1 pre-release, with his North American debut soon after. 

 

4. seven months by Holly Nicholson 

A self-proclaimed Taylor Swift fan, Holly Nicholson’s second single 'seven months' is a perfect addition to your 'Soft Summer’ playlist. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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5. Pickleback by HI SIENNA 

'Pickleback' is the bright and funky title track from HI SIENNA’s debut EP, and this infectious beat will make you want to dance all Summer long. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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6. Pull Away by May Payne 

May Payne has been sharing pieces of her life with the internet since she was just a teen through music. For fans of Phoebe Bridgers, 'Pull Away' will pull on your heartstrings.   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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7. Who Do You Think You Are? by Corvus & The Morning Star 

Greater Manchester’s Corvus & The Morning Star bring you their latest single, 'Who Do You Think You Are?' - the perfect track if you want to discover the world of psych rock. 

 

8. Older by Alo̱r 

This alt indie-folk band has been making waves since their debut single Oath Breaker. Their latest release, 'Older' reminds us to reach out to each other during hard times. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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