‘Don’t Mess Around Honey’ is the new release from Mississippi-raised, London-based artist Isla Rose. It’s a punchy, self-assured track driven by Rose’s instantly recognisable voice, which carries the track’s alt-pop sound from its minimalistic, building opening moments, through to its explosive, danceable climax. The track “emerged from the depths of heartbreak, but it’s far from a pity party. It's punchy, fiery, and a bold statement of self-assurance - shaking off that cheating ex and embracing empowerment.” Isla Rose’s second EP, Pulse, is set to be released later on in 2024, and will dig deeper into her lyrical themes of self-exploration, mental health, coming of age and freedom. -Dan Peeke