Kyle’s finalized list of the best EPs from 2024!
Only one per artist.

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Honourable Mentions

SABLE, – Bon Iver
Mid Spiral: Chaos – BADBADNOTGOOD
Unbound – Chelsea Wolfe
Be Lucky – Orchid Orchestra
Catching Chickens – Nourished by Time

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10

Crunchy – N. SHERMAN
Bedroom Pop

“A deeply entrancing trip into a musical soundscape that grants a gentle comfortability upon the listener, but never at the expense of its depth, always rewarding a new detail to get lost in with each listen.”

Favourite Songs:
How Original, Clustercuss

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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9

I Won’t Let Go of Your Hand – Adrianne Lenker
Contemporary Folk / Singer-Songwriter

“Stripped down and heartbreaking, I Won’t Let Go of Your Hand takes a bare-bones approach to delivering a cathartic and beautiful listening experience.“

Favourite Songs:
feel it all, relief, someone to

Listen:
Bandcamp
(100% of proceeds go towards the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund www.pcrf.net)

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8

Slow Burn – Baby Rose & BADBADNOTGOOD
Soul / Neo-Soul

“Smooth and soulful from beginning to end, Baby Rose and BADBADNOTGOOD showcase a high level of chemistry that comes together as one of the sharpest EP’s of 2024. Any follow up to this project from this pairing would be highly anticipated.“

Favourite Songs:
On My Mind, Slow Burn, Caroline, One Last Dance

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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7

Alas, (acoustic versions) – Lily Seabird
Singer-Songwriter

“Lily Seabird takes a January 2024 album of the year contender and slides into a more delicate, tender space. Each track carrying a palpable spirit with a newfound ambiance in the acoustic setting. Beautifully intimate and touching performances make up each track.”

Favourite Songs:
Over and over again (searching for you in space), The end of the beginning, Waste

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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6

Up Like A Weather Balloon – Flip Top Head
Art Rock / Post Rock

“An expansive, ever-shifting experience where each song applies a new pressure. Whether it’s a stunning build towards a peak of unrelenting instrumentation, or the ethereal, nearly haunting vocal stylings of Bowie Bartlett drawing you in like a steady but subtle pull of a thread, Flip Top Head never loosens its grip.”

Favourite Songs:
I Can’t Wait Until I’m Old, So Much for Mole Catching, Parish Café Meetings

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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5

345 – Aga Ujma
Alternative Folk / Experimental Pop

“Aga Ujma crafts a world that simultaneously feels intimate and expansive on 345. A mesmerizing blend of folk traditions and pop experimentations, the EP highlights a refreshingly singular voice that stands out in a London music scene that has nothing short of an abundance of talent. Each track unfolds, displaying a delicacy brimming with adventurous spirit, uniquely bridging sounds of the past with a dynamic, modern feel.“

Favourite Songs:
House of Silver, 345

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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4

red – mildred
Alt-Country

“There is an endearing gentleness to their alt-country sound that takes shape in a variety of ways due to the band’s dynamic ability to craft unique, compelling melodies with hints of nostalgia. Marked as charmingly charismatic, a staple throughout these offerings is reflective and vulnerable songwriting set against a backdrop of warm, inviting instrumentation. The band also consistently showcases a natural chemistry throughout the EP, with three members occasionally taking on the task of lead vocals, and all three exceptionally delivering.”

Note: red was released as part of a collection from mildred; as debut twin EPs, along with its relative EP, mild. Equally excellent, and well worth listening with red. Unfortunately, only one can make this list.

Favourite Tracks:
carry on, grown boy

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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3

Hidden Minute – Sam Tudor
Folktronica / Alternative Folk

“There is a distinct irony in the idea that something so contemplative, reflective, and frequently ominous, can be so immediately resonant. Sam Tudor’s 2024 EP, Hidden Minute, is just that, as it aptly encapsulates the exploration of the inner-complexities that make up the human condition. Describing the EPs sound as “murky,” Tudor crafts rich soundscapes that are equal parts ethereal and foreboding, while he navigates self-reflection, loss, and growth vs. the passage of time. These delicately eerie elements come together to invite you to linger in its atmosphere, all while it subtly unsettles.”

Favourite Songs:
Do You Feel Free Now?, Fear You

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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2

Connla’s Well – Maruja
Post-Punk / Post-Rock

“Despite not having a full length album under their belt, it would not be far-fetched to consider Maruja one of the most exciting and compelling acts in the Post-Rock / Post-Punk scene currently. Featuring explosive, frantic, atmospheric, and always stiflingly sharp instrumentation, Connla’s Well is a collection of tracks that lingers far beyond its runtime. Joe Carroll’s saxophone throughout the EP especially stands out, as while it takes on a sort of free jazz form, it also adds a beautifully haunting dynamic to the music.“

Favourite Songs:
The Invisible Man, Zeitgeist, Resisting Resistance

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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1

Twice Around the Sun – Ugly
Art Rock / Progressive Rock

“This 6-track effort strikes a perfect balance between charm and intensity, with each song carrying a unique potency that is youthful, colourful, and always captivating. The band’s passionate art-rock workings, incorporating elements of prog and folk, create a lush and whimsical sound that remains focused and intentional, and aptly reflects the intricate tapestry of the EP’s cover art. Highlighted by brilliant group and layered vocals, meticulously crafted grandiose moments, and a consistently astounding chemistry among the band members, each track on ‘Twice Around the Sun’ holds a distinct power and spirit that enhances the immersive nature of the project. This unique cohesiveness makes the EP a truly engaging listen from start to finish.”

Favourite Songs:
The Wheel, Hands of Man, I’m Happy You’re Here

Listen:
Apple Music | Spotify

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