As if we didn’t already adore Rae Morris enough, the Blackpool-born but London-based singer’s 2022 album ‘Rachel@Fairyland’ is a luscious love letter to the north. Sumptuous piano arrangements, shimmering synth work and pop percussion support Morris’ unmistakable voice and eccentric way with words.

Signed to a major label at just 19, Rae was swept down south into the belly of the beast but her latest release finds Morris’ at home again, quite literally, having been recorded in her own basement. With eclectic tunes that marry Kate Bush and St. Vincent, we can’t wait to welcome Rae back up north.