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Arliston Are Back With Captivating New Release “Mothering”
UK band Arliston are on a hot streak right now. They released their previous EP, The Ground Might Disappear, to much success back in January of this year, and the rising band are ready to start on the rollout for their upcoming project. Today, the London-based trio (comprising Jack Ratcliffe, George Hasbury and Jordi Bosch) have unleashed their brilliant new single, “Mothering”, which is the first release from their forthcoming EP, Even In the Shade, which is due for release later this year.
Wow! “Mothering” is simply spellbinding and leaves a big impression on first listen thanks to a simple yet captivating production and the band’s gorgeous vocals. Speaking further on the new release, Jack Ratcliffe says, “This one grabbed us the moment we started writing it and hasn’t really let go since. There’s something about how it all fits together that is deeply satisfying – it was the first song we wrote after The Ground Might Disappear, and once we had the sound and feel of the first take down, we knew we had to build an EP around it.”
If the rest of the EP is as good as “Mothering”, fans will be in for a treat. Either way, it’s clear Arliston are one to watch and have a great future ahead! “Mothering” is out now.
North London’s 4t9 isn’t just stepping into the UK rap scene – he’s kicking the door wide open with his debut single, “Freedom”. Blending hard-hitting drill beats with motivational lyricism, 4t9’s arrival feels bold, intentional, and impossible to ignore. While drill music often leans on themes of street life and bravado, “Freedom” carves out its own lane, focusing on self-belief, focus, and determination.
From the opening bars, 4t9’s delivery is sharp and direct. His tone carries a hunger that feels authentic, as he weaves between gritty observations and personal affirmations. The hook – “It’s been about freedom, it’s been about racks” – becomes a powerful mantra, embodying 4t9’s belief in chasing success on his own terms. There’s no reliance on empty bravado here; instead, 4t9 taps into the mindset of someone who’s faced challenges but refuses to let them define his path.
His verses showcase a knack for clever wordplay. Lines like “In Paris riding the metro / I’ve been wavy from the get-go / I still compete and I get gold / That’s the 9 on me like Crespo” highlight his ability to blend cultural references with sharp storytelling. He paints pictures of grind and grit, but it’s always laced with a forward-thinking attitude.
The track’s production matches this energy, with a brooding instrumental that balances dark, rolling basslines with crisp percussion. It’s the kind of beat that demands attention, creating the perfect backdrop for 4t9’s powerful delivery. Meanwhile, the track’s structure keeps momentum high, with the hook acting as a grounding point that ties the themes together.
Adding to the track’s impact is its visually striking music video, directed by ODXC. The visuals mirror the song’s intensity, capturing 4t9’s commanding presence as he delivers each bar with conviction. The sleek visuals, combined with the track’s unrelenting energy, make “Freedom” feel like a real statement piece.
With this debut release, 4t9 shows he’s not here to follow trends – he’s here to create his own lane. His blend of raw authenticity, sharp lyricism, and motivational energy makes this debut impossible to overlook. If “Freedom” is just the starting point, there’s no telling how far 4t9’s ambition will take him.
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