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Danser

Danser is the alter ego of the Antwerp-based musician Alexander Serneels (who’s also guitarist for indie rock band Humble Flirt). One thing is clear when listening to his brilliant, first track ‘Implore (Explore)’: as a bedroom producer he’s a big fan of Chet Faker. Just like his Australian example, his music consists of layered vocals, a laid-back vibe, some house samples and great pop hooks.

Crying Boys Cafe

Anyone who’s a fan of the music of Elbow will instantly fall in love with Crying Boys Cafe. This four-piece creates indie tunes that are melancholic and danceable, often at the same time. As you can hear on ‘The Road’, these four musicians know a thing or two about how to write a song, and what’s more, the warm voice of singer Jasper Hupkens even remind us of Guy Garvey at times.

Be Irving

Balancing between folk and electronics, Be Irving. is a spanking new pop band. Combining acoustic instruments with laptops and samplers, and adding beautiful vocals on top, this three-piece has found itself a nice and fresh sound. It’s hard to find comparisons, but there are definitely similarities to acts like the xx, Beach House, Sparklehorse or the now defunct Belgian band Rumplestitchkin. Lovely stuff.