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Top Tracks of January

It’s shaping up to be an exciting year for music as january saw the release of singles/albums from artists old and new…

January might have been a slow and ever so slightly depressing month (as usual) but it thankfully gifted music lovers everywhere single releases, album announcements and drops, and plenty of festival lineup announcements.

I’m a massive fan of a good playlist and January certainly provided plenty of bangers to get everyone’s 2023 playlists off to a great start.

Here are my Top Tracks of January 2023…


Black curtains in the bag - billy nomates

The second track on Bristolian Tor Maries (a.k.a Billy Nomates) sophomore effort, it’s impossible to not be taken in by the jangly guitar and jittering synth beat that weaves through the track. It’s the perfect contrast to Nomates’ moody, slightly haunting raspy vocals.

This second album has provided me with an opportunity to get back into Billy Nomates’ back catalogue in January, revisiting the rock heavy sound and politically charged lyrics. ‘black curtains in the bag’ is a movement away from her discography and towards a more complex sounding, more personal sound I’m hoping she builds on in the future.


CArry you home - circa waves

The fifth track on Liverpudlian band Circa Waves’ latest release, their traditional indie-rock sound blends with twinkling synths and a slightly more electronic sound. 

Lead vocalist Kieran Shudall’s lyrics are his most introspective and vulnerable yet. It’s a shift from their expected sound but it still packs a punch.


Mayday - cmat

I was lucky enough to see the Irish country-pop singer in Manchester last year and this new gem was in amongst her stellar set list, so it’s safe to say it’s no surprise that the song is on this list (and on repeat!).

A talent more of us should know about, this track combines silly lyrics, high impact instrumentals and great vibes which were much needed last month (and I’m sure will still be greatly appreciated throughout the year).


Fading like a picture - dma’s

A tease of what’s to come from these Australian indie-rockers, their soaring instrumentals and catchy vocals carry this track.

I missed out on tickets to their upcoming tour date in my city but even listening to this song from the sofa instead of the stadium still has an impact.


This is how we move - billie marten

In the heavy month that January proves to be, we crave a bit of light and this track certainly delivers.

Honey sweet vocals grace this song and it makes for lovely listening, exactly what I needed to see me through the bleakest month of the year.


So, there we have it, my Top Tracks of January 2023. What songs/albums did you have on repeat in January? 

Let me know on Twitter @jenrosewrites.

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