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"Influence" // Tove Lo

Stockholm, Sweden

As a long time fan of the sweet synthy sounds of Sweden's Tove Lo, you can understand my delight when I stumbled upon this gem earlier today.

Touted as "rough taste" of what we can expect from the talented artist in 2016 as she prepares to launch her upcoming sophomore album, "Influence" ticks all the right boxes for me with its almost Kate Boy sound.

The track marks a great way to close out the year here on #onRepeat.co and leaves me with nothing more to do than simply wish you all a very Happy New Year and all the best for a fantastic 2016!

// MΛSΞY

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"Where I've Been" // The Citizens

Sydney, Australia

Proving to me, once again, that Triple J "Unearthed" is Australia's PREMIER breeding ground for young Aussie talent, I caught this track from Sydney band, The Citizens, as part of Unearthed's "Year in Reviews - 2015" compilation.

This is a pretty mature sound coming from these high school kids... and I LOVE IT!

// MΛSΞY

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"Blue & The Green" // Loyal

London, UK

Time to expose this one I've had my sleeve for a little bit now, to you all. "Blue & The Green" comes to us via promising British newcomers, Loyal.

The track kicks off with breathy sounds reminiscent of the chilled out sounds of, say Vancouver Sleep Clinic (which is, quite frankly what pulled me in), but it sure kicks up a notch to something more akin to a Jamie xx special as the British trio unleashes the choral-supported, indie-rock personality of this number.

Good stuff. Real good.

// MΛSΞY

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"Start A Riot" // Banners

Liverpool, UK

Is there a better way to end 2015 than by highlighting an act that will, by all accounts, be making waves throughout 2016? I think not.

Liverpudlian Mike Nelson, aka Banners, will likely be gathering plenty of radio airtime in the new year with his commercial-radio friendly track "Start A Riot".

Think Coldplay. Think The Script. Enjoy Banners.

// MΛSΞY

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"Birthday Card" // Marcus Marr & Chet Faker

London, UK

It's finally here - the 4-track collaborative EP from Marcus Marr & Chet Faker dropped earlier this month and this gem, "Birthday Card", was amongst the tracks released.

// MΛSΞY

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"Easy Lover (Phil Collins & Philip Bailey Cover)" // Great Good Fine Ok & Panama Wedding

New York, USA

Just when I thought my playlist of covers for the year was running a little skint, along comes this combined effort from two of New York's most talented synth-pop outfits, Panama Wedding and Great Good Fine OK.

This is one of those covers that's close enough to the original to pay it the respect that it, the 1984 Philip Bailey/Phil Collins’ classic "Easy Lover", deserves, but also has its own distinctive modern synth spin.

Whatever the case, it's a brilliant release and one that will be knocking on the door of my top tracks list for the year. Yup, I love it THAT much!

// MΛSΞY

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"Step It Up (ft. Alice Russell)" // The Bamboos

Melbourne, Australia

Aussie outfit, The Bamboos, are a long-time favourite of fans of the funk-soul genre and this month represents 15 years of the band's existence.

To celebrate this milestone, they have released a 14-track compilation of some of their best tunes from the years 2006-2012 - "The Best of the Tru Thoughts Years". One such track from this album is this cracker, "Step It Up", featuring the vocals of British soul songstress, Alice Russell.

While it's not technically a new tune, it's definitely been on high rotation for me this week, thus earning itself a mention. Sharing is caring!

// MΛSΞY

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"Archetype (ft. Jeswon)" // Luke Million

Adelaide, Australia

Being a fan of the electro-funk sounds of Canadian duo Chromeo, I was instantly drawn to this funky new jam from Adelaide producer, Luke Million.

Employing the vocals of Thundamentals MC, "Jeswon", what we are fortunate to receive is a tune that is pure fun. A certified party track featuring probably one of the catchiest hooks you'll hear this week!

// MΛSΞY

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"Slow Motion" // Auguste

Adelaide, Australia

Kick your Friday morning off with this synth-driven, moody beaut from Adelaide duo, Auguste.

Step sisters Skye and Beth have sought the production magic of Aussie fave Andy Bull for their debut single which should prove quite favourable to fans of the work from fellow antipodean siblings, Broods.

Ok, that's enough name-dropping for one post. Throw the tune on, crank up the volume - this one's a definite #onRepeat candidate. Exciting times ahead for these two.

// MΛSΞY

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"Adventure of a Lifetime" // Coldplay

London, UK

As they are want to do, Coldplay dominated online conversation overnight with the release of the first song from the 7th and final studio album, "A Head Full Of Dreams", due for release on December 4th.

The uplifting, dance-worthy tune with a mind-penetrating guitar hook is one that you'll be throwing around in your head all day.

An album full of feel-good pop anthems like this would be a fitting way for these modern day legends to sign-off on a steller career in the musical spotlight.

// MΛSΞY

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"Home" // Islandis

Sydney, Australia

It appears that at least one good thing has come from the relatively recent demise of much-loved former Sydney indie band, New Navy. Just this week original members James Chave-Dubois and Ben McInerney released the first single from a new project, Islandis.

Brimming with an upbeat, Summer-drenched pop tempo, the song hits all the right triggers for those of us who remember how good the New Navy gems made us feel in the past.

Looking forward to hearing more of this new direction from the lads.

// MΛSΞY

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"Dancing On Glass" // St Lucia

Brooklyn, USA

I do love those mornings when you wake up and, as if by magic, one of your favourite artists has released a new track overnight. It gives me something to listen to #onRepeat on the commute into work, and also, hopefully, gives me something to post!

Indie electronic aficionado, Jean-Philip Grobler (aka St Lucia) earned a permanent spot on my radar when I saw him play a hot, sweaty set in a tiny Brisbane venue a few years back. He OWNED the stage and seemed energetically effortless in the LIVE delivery of his craft.

So, naturally when I heard "Dancing On Glass" this morning, I had a wee smile on my face and, yet again, a synth-styled swagger in my step! Just TRY and get this one OUT of your head today!

// MΛSΞY

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"Come Fly Away" // Maverick Sabre

London, UK

I've posted a flurry of new tunes over the past couple of days spanning multiple genres, but I'd have to say it's been Irish-raised, and now London-based Maverick Sabre who has provided my ears with the most joy this week.

"Come Fly Away" is a soulful, raspy gem that found its way to me a mere week out from the release of Maverick's second studio album, "Innerstanding" due on October 30.

Now please excuse me while I go listen to the track another 5-10 times!

// MΛSΞY

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"The Trouble With Us (ft. Chet Faker)" // Marcus Marr

London, UK

London DJ/Producer Marcus Marr has a bonafide hit on his hands. When modern day disco, punctuated by slap bass and funky guitar chords is done right, it's equation enough for a hit to be born.

Throw in the silky vocals of arguably Australia's top male vocalist of the last couple of years, Chet Faker, into the formula and BOOM - it's #onRepeat!

"The Trouble With Us" is the first tste of the upcoming four-track EP from the pair, titled "Work" which is due out December 4. Mark it in your calendars NOW!

// MΛSΞY

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"Barabas" // Dan Southward

Melbourne, Australia

There's no doubt about it, Australia is going through a bit of a purple patch when it comes to ridiculously talented folk artists. One name you can add to the list is Newcastle-born and now Melbourne-based artist Dan Southward.

In "Barabas", Dan has laid down a raw, emotional studio demo that is turning heads. Sit back, relax, and let this 7:45min of goodness wash over you. What a talent!

// MΛSΞY

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"Swear Like A Sailor" // Tep No

Toronto, Canada

Toronto-based artist Tep No will have you hooked from the opening couple of guitar plucks of his new single "Swear Like A Sailor".

While this Melodic House special will be heading straight to my "Summer Dayz" playlist, it will no doubt, and rightly so, work its way into countless mixed tapes from the likes of Sam Feldt, Alex Schulz, ADDAL and more.

// MΛSΞY

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"I'd Go With You Anywhere" // Birds Of Tokyo

Perth, Australia

With soaring hooks and a chorus packed full of strings, Birds of Tokyo's first single from their new release "Playlist" is a radio-rotation-ready pearler.

It follows the success of their track "Anchor" which climbed its way up the Aussie charts back in May this year.

// MΛSΞY