This week, highly promising British artist Dan D’Lion has released his debut EP, featuring previous List Pick ‘~treading water~’ and new title-track ‘BETTERMAN’. This song is big... like propulsion to the next level big. As with his other track, Dan Bartlett proves his ability to walk the line between accessible pop and original songwriting, which is typified here in ‘BETTERMAN’. The tried-and-true elements like the poppy chorus hook, soulful vocals and rich piano melodies are given a fresh perspective with the unique vocal effects, background trap beats and the lustrous instrumental background. ‘BETTERMAN’ is a listen to lift you up, one you can sing along to, whatever your gender identity, in happy admittance that no, we don’t have a plan, but we have the best of intentions and that’s enough. Be sure to check out the full BETTERMAN EP here. - Hannah Thacker