New month, new music, new favorites. February’s New Music Alert is brimming with soulful releases from rising stars and beloved artists alike. From stripped-back acoustics to velvety R&B, it’s the playlist refresh you didn’t know you needed. Hit play and let these tracks carry you through the shortest month with the deepest feels.
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flipturn | Burnout Days
From house parties to Lollapalooza, flipturn’s journey culminates in Burnout Days, their highly anticipated sophomore album. Packed with new wave vibes and alt-pop grooves, it captures the band’s highs, lows, and everything in between. While you’re listening, snag tickets to their US tour.
Mandolin | For Me
If silky, soul-soaked tunes are your thing, Mandolin’s latest singles are a must-listen. “Stronger” is a soft, introspective ballad, while “Time for Me” brings upbeat, energized soul to the table. These tracks perfectly showcase her ability to blend heart and groove. Add them to your playlist now, and thank us later when you’re hooked.
Baerd | How Can I Hold on to a Flame
Baerd’s new EP, How Can I Hold on to a Flame, is indie folk for anyone who’s ever laid under the moon and pondered life’s ‘what-ifs’. With his intimate allegories and soft-smokey voice, this is progressive folk at its finest. Dive in, and if you’re near Nashville on February 7th, grab tickets to see him live!
Juice | Becoming a Stranger (Acoustic Version)
Juice’s Becoming a Stranger (Acoustic Version) is here, and it’s as intimate as swapping secrets at 3 a.m. With hauntingly beautiful acoustic reimaginings and a remix featuring Shallow Alcove, this EP proves that stripped-down doesn’t mean held back.
Willow Avalon | Southern Belle Raisin’ Hell
Willow Avalon’s debut album, Southern Belle Raisin’ Hell, might not be self-titled, but it’s clearly inspired by her personal experiences. As Willow shared, “I got arrested, and now the mugshot is my album cover,” setting the stage for the heartfelt track “Something We Regret.” The rising Georgia native combines country-folk roots with impeccable storytelling—and she’s hitting the road so you can experience it live. Catch her on tour in the US and UK this year, and maybe snag a Sofar VIP meet-and-greet while you’re there.
Rich | me + u
Rich’s new EP, me + u, just dropped, and sure enough, it’s got something for both me and you. This EP’s for the R&B romantics and the indie introspectives. Perfect for slow mornings, late nights, and everything in between, having you feel some type of way. If you’re in LA this April, catch Rich live—it hits different.
Tamzene | “Blue”
Tamzene’s soulful vocals steal the spotlight in her latest feature on Dan Whitlam’s single “Blue”. The indie-pop and R&B powerhouse adds depth to this stunning tune, proving why her 2024 album In Any Weather was such a hit. If you can, snag tickets to see her live on tour in the UK and Amsterdam.
Madeline. | “Ugly Feeling”
Madeline.’s “Ugly Feeling” is the kind of song you’ll want to wallow in. Crafted during a late-night London session, it’s raw, reflective, and completely captivating. The LA-based artist is proving she knows how to turn vulnerability into art—and she’s just getting started.
Catch these incredible artists and so many more just like them at a Sofar show near you!
