Top 50 of 2017 So Far

To celebrate the passing of the first six months of the year here are is our pick of the best century of songs released this year so far. Agree or disagree? Leave your comments at the bottom!

50. Niall Horan - Slow Hands
Released: May

49. K I D - Taker
Released: March

48. Alex Hulme - Family Tree
Released: April

47. The Chainsmokers & Coldplay - Something Just Like This
Released: February

46. Gavin James - I Don't Know Why
Released: February

45. Maximo Park - Get High (No, I Don't)
Released: March

44. Dani Sylvia - Perfection Generation
Released: June

43. JP Cooper - Passport Home
Released: May

42. Mike + The Mechanics - Don't Know What Came Over Me
Released: February

41. Hunter Hayes - Yesterday's Song
Released: March

40. MAN WITH A MISSION - Dead End in Tokyo
Released: January

39. Emma Stevens - Sing Out (Hey La Hey Lo)
Released: June

38. Chlöe Howl - Magnetic
Released: June

37. DJ Premier X Miguel - 2 Lovin U
Released: March

36. Harry Styles - Sign of the Times
Released: May

35. Dua Lipa feat. Miguel - Lost In Your Light
Released: May

34. Be The Bear - Erupt
Released: June

33. Machine Gun Kelly & Camila Cabello - Bad Things
Released: May

32. Hurts - Beautiful Ones
Released: April

31. Hanson - I Was Born
Released: May

30. Ed Sheeran - Galway Girl
Released: May

29. Anne-Marie - Ciao Adios
Released: March

28. Julia Michaels - Issues
Released: March

27. RYDER - Nirvana
Released: March

26. Kirsty Churchill - I Was Not Looking
Released: March

25. Erasure - Love You to the Sky
Released: March

24. Lover - Fallen Famous
Released: April

23. Amy Macdonald - Dream On
Released: January

22. Emeli Sandé - Highs & Lows
Released: January

21. Samuel Sim and Tracy Kashi - Hourglass
Released: January

20. Holly Brewer - Wish I Loved You More
Released: January

19. Deep Purple - Johnny's Band
Released: June

18. DNCE feat. Nicki Minaj - Kissing Strangers 
Released: May

17. Fjokra - Sick Kids
Released: April

16. Calum Foad - You & I
Released: February

15. Brenda Veila - Trouble
Released: March

14. Hafdis Huld - Take Me Dancing
Released: June

13. Lady Gaga - The Cure
Released: April

12. Zedd and Alessia Cara - Stay
Released: April

11. Blondie - Long Time 
Released: April

10. Robbie Williams - Mixed Signals
Released: February

9. Picturehouse - Sunburst

Released: June

8. LP - Lost On You
Released: May

7. Rag 'n' Bone Man - Skin
Released: March

6. Steps - Scared of the Dark
Released: April

5. Keith Urban feat. Carrie Underwood - The Fighter
Released: February

4. Dan Auberbach - Shine On Me
Released: March

3. The Killers - The Man
Released: June

2. Train - Drink Up
Released: May

1. Paramore - Hard Times
Released: April

So what do you think of our list? Let us know in the comments below!

In January we'll be presenting the full 100 songs of the year? Will the above still be in it or what about some of these impending videos out in July so missing out on this list?

The Rocking Horse Club - Straight White Man

Kerri Watt - Old School Love
The Allergies - Entitled To That

Indalo Man - Te Quiero Mucho

Shaun Kelly and the Returned Gifts - Cadillac

(And if you're really into your stats here are some of the songs that narrowly missed out of being in our top fifty, all well worth listening to!)

Alison Krauss - Losing You (January)

Andrew Applepie & Bjurman - Drowning World (June)

Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson – Symphony (March)

Earl - Tongue Tied (February)

Fancy Cars feat. Foy - Heart of Stone (January)

Hannah Grace - Praise You (April)

Hannah's Yard - Doin It For Myself (May)

Hebe - Take Him Down (June)

Imagine Dragons - Thunder (May)

Imelda May - Should've Been You (April)

Jack Savoretti - We Are Bound (May)

James Blunt - Love Me Better (February)

Jamiroquai - Cloud 9 (February)

Jazz Mino - Footprints (February)

Jennifer Hudson - Remember Me (April)

Kasabian - Bless This Acid House (June)

Lady Antebellum - You Look Good (January)

Little Mix - Touch (January)

Marc Almond - A Kind Of Love (February)

Mark Villarosa - Hangover (February)

Mauro Dirago - Slave For You (May)

MissinCat - Made of Stone (February)

Nina Schofield - Beat Another Rhythm (May)

Olivia Garcia - Freedom Hearts (January)

Rodina - What If (January)

Sharon Shannon - The Machine (May)

Sigrid - Don't Kill My Vibe (March)

Someday - Clean Couch (April)

Sparks - What The Hell Is It This Time? (May)

Take That - Giants (March)

Tallia Storm - Still In Love (March)

Tape Machines feat. Sam Seg - s.t.u.p.i.d (June)

The Ghibertins - Breath For Me (May)

The Kooks - Be Who You Are

The Pocket Gods - The Perfect Blue (April)

The Shires - Drive (April)

The Slvr Tongues - Ain't Just the Whiskey (April)

The Weeknd feat. Daft Punk - I Feel It Coming (March)

Tuxedo - 2nd Time Around (March)

Young Astronaut - Chasing El Dorado (February)

New Music Review #49

Ten more songs to hear!

Alessia Cara - The Other Side 

Though there are hints of autotune in the delivery, this cut back ballad is a brilliant showcase of Cara's delightfully sweet vocals and a cool, calming number. (7/10)

Dashni Morad - Love Wins

With hints of Eurovision before the surprising and refreshing rnb-influenced breakdown appears, this is a catchy electro-indie track with solid production values and a fun pace. (7/10)

Hannah Grace - Praise You

Hannah Grace delivers a stripped back and soulful version of the Norman Cook classic which is - whisper it - actually a little bit better than the original. With a lovely soulful voice, this is a delightful version. (7.5/10)

Indalo Man - Te Quiero Mucho

Sounding like a more credible and original version of Steps’ ‘Summer of Love’ this is a summery, catchy, clap-hefty samba hit that will get your foot tapping. Listen to with a margherita. (7.5/10)

Lady Gaga - The Cure

After a handful of so-so singles 'The Cure' is a definite return to form for GaGa. Well-written lyrics, understated delivery, and some catchy production work, this is a great little number. (8/10)

Linkin Park feat. Pusha T and Stormzy - Good Goodbye

Linkin Park continue to surprise with their new tracks, expanding their sound through collaborations. This might not please long-term Park fans but I really like the combination of their sound - here in its gentler form - and adoption of two big guest acts. (7/10)

Lovespeake feat. Max Frost – Novocaine

Based on a smooth electronic riff, ‘Novocaine’ is a light electro-indie number landmarked by Frost’s laid-back and airy vocals, but with another musical funk to give it more beef. (7/10)

Noah Cyrus - Stay Together

More interesting than the work of the more famous Cyrus, this is a well produced slow-tempo pop number with some catchy chantable sections. Nice. (7/10)

S.O.S - Silent Witness

Throwing up a variety of paces in lyrical delivery, S.O.S. is back with another perky pop number with some thoughtful lyrics, alas not about the television show. A grower. (6.5/10)

Yoe Mase - La da Dedu

Another smooth and soothing track from Yoe Masu, taking a laid back backline and adding over it some complimentary effects and vocals all delivered is in trademark chilled out style. Cool. (6.5/10)

New Music Review #34

It's time for ten more great tracks that you should hear!

Creeper - Black Rain

Perhaps a little bit heavier than the music I'd normally listen to, there's something about the Evanescence-sound and building guitar work that make this much more enjoyable than the usual heavy rockers of the genre. (7/10)

The Fallen State - Nova

'Nova' is a strong slice of emo-rock with solid guitar work, clear lyrics and a building feeling to an emotive chorus. A rocker with heart it seems. (6.5/10)

Galantis - Rich Boy

'Rich Boy' perhaps wanders into the club parody territory in its sound and embracing of cliches but it has its moments of catchiness and variety that just about justify its inclusion here. (6.5/10)

Lady Gaga - John Wayne

Finally after a series of pretty lacklustre singles Lady GaGa is back with something a bit more fun and memorable. It's not her best but it has more balls and power than much of her recent stuff. (6.5/10)

Little Big Town - Better Man

Little Big Town return with another catchy country ballad with heart-felt lyrics and a gentle, involving vocal performance. Nicely done. (7/10)

Mallory Knox - Better Off Without You

Bringing a bit more energy to this clutch of songs, this new one from Mallory Knox is buzzing with power and fun and will get you moshing, perhaps. (7/10)

The Pale White - Reaction

Part of the intonation of the song title takes me back to the White Stripes' and their hit 'White Orchid', but elsewhere this indie-rock hit works on its own merits. (5/10)

SAINT MOTEL - Move

After their great track 'My Type' from a few years ago, Saint Motel are back with another catchy slice of dance pop. Give this a couple of plays and you'll be singing and moving along. Plus the video is great! (7.5/10)

Sia - Helium

Taken from the soundtrack of the new 'Fifty Shades Darker' movie this is perhaps a little bland by Sia's usual standards but it's still a strong ballad, grounded by her great voice. (7/10)

Temples - Strange Or Be Forgotten

'Strange or be Forgotten' is quite an ethereal little number that takes a few listens to show its hands but when it does it becomes a pleasingly understated little number with surprising heart. (6.5/10)