Three Bank Holiday Mondays (in the UK) did not get in the way of May being the biggest month of the year so far for releases - and music videos.So here's our round-up of the pick of the month for May - featuring Arlo Parks, Ashnikko, Depeche Mode, Harry Styles, Janelle Monae, J J Hus,, Jess Glynne, Kesha, Kylie, Potter Payper, Rita Ora, Squid, Stormzy, The Hives... and much more besides.

Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard direct a mesmerizing promo for Anohni & The Johnsons, starring English model and activist Munroe Bergdorf. The video for It Must Change features Munroe Bergdorf as ANOHNI's stand-in, who mimes the words with passion and intention, delivering a truly stunning performance. Forsyth and Pollard's multidisciplinary art backgrounds are on show here too, with inspired graphics and text interwoven into cutaway vignettes, giving the video a sense of place among a much wider conversation. It's a brilliantly achieved vision, which delivers in every aspect across the board. “Anohni is a visionary artist who speaks with compassion and intellect, from a place of experience," say directors Forsyth and Pollard. "Bringing one of the most important voices of our time to life on screen has been both daunting and exhilarating."Munroe is the perfect conduit - not only for Anohni's voice, but for her message. It Must Change is a clarion call, pleading with us all to act on the urgent need for positive change in the way we live with one another and on this planet we call home.”

Directing trio Three Shades direct a colourful, fun and emotional promo for D.O.D’s summer dance anthem So Much In Love.As self-confessed lovers of music festivals, the trio found themselves revelling in the creation of an intimate forest getaway, where a couple reminisce about the honeymoon period of their relationship at a summer festival surrounded by friends. Bookended by rainy shots of the couple in the car, their relationship soured and miles away from the happy vibes of the fest, the video perfectly encapsulates the highs and lows of a relationship, with a fresh, energetic backdrop. “As well as getting great chemistry between the main couple, we also lucked out with the supporting and additional cast that all came down, everyone had such great energy," say Three Shades. "We felt the excitement of summer just around the corner, which definitely helped fuel the love and joy on set we needed.”Messy campsites, shared rollies and sweaty forest raves - a place Three Shades know well... Good times.D.O.D. 'So Much In Love' Director's Cut - link below:

Harry Tomlin directs a vibrant, Y2K-inspired promo for Kat Penkin.The throwback vibes are strong with this one, with plenty of lively dance scenes, era-specific accessories and a generally fun, breezy vibe. The ethereal, dreamy aesthetic perfectly complements the bouncy track, and Penkin's performance ties together the whole concept with flair and style.

Dir.Lx directs an impressive promo for M Huncho's Crazy Titch. In a montage of inspired performance vignettes, we see Huncho celebrating his life and the hustle that got him to where he is today, with plenty of creative flair and striking imagery. Lx imbues the visual with his trademark camera movement, smooth transitions and an ever so slightly offbeat vibe to the whole concept - and it's brilliant. It's a new era for M Huncho, and a collab with Dir.Lx is the perfect way to kick it all off.

Spindle has announced the arrival of UKMVA-nominated producer Mayling Wong, as Executive Producer at the London-based production company working across Music Videos, Special Projects and Commercials.Wong joins Spindle having spent the last seven years at Partizan in London, where she gained extensive experience working for artists including Years and Years, Lewis Capaldi, The 1975, Idles, Joy Crookes and many more; brands including Versace and Apple; and working with award-winning directors like Michel Gondry, Warren Fu, Sophia Ray and Nono & Rodrigo.While at Partizan, her entrepreneurial spirit and determination to find creative solutions also led her to become a partner in Bulgaria-based service company Four Elements - and she was nominated twice for Best Producer at the UKMVAs.In her new role at Spindle, she will nurture and grow a roster of progressive talent, with an emphasis in next-generation directors, unlocking and overseeing creative opportunities across advertising and entertainment. This follows her experience at Partizan, where she also curated Darkroom, its new talent division, and nurtured its young filmmaking talent, pairing them with agencies and brands keen to produce campaigns that appeal to youth audiences.She has already produced and EP'd her first job at her new home: the video for Royal Blood's Mountains At Midnight, directed by Milo Blake, released in May.Spindle has embarked on social initiatives reflecting the company's ethics and values, which Wong also supports. Their ‘People + Planet’ initiative focuses on improving the pathway into production for those from lower socio-economic backgrounds and under-represented groups, on and off set. Spindle have also committed to being a ‘climate positive company’ through environmentally sustainable productions, and offsetting any entire residual carbon footprint through native woodland creation. They are a member of 1% for the Planet and an AdGreen ‘Superuser’ - a Top 10 production company that has been leading the charge in collating and measuring environmental impact. "Watching the rise and growth of Spindle has always piqued my interest - especially in today’s production company climate," says Mayling Wong. "I have been and continue to be in awe of the company’s ethos and the values that have built their core foundations and I’m very much looking forward to bringing my skills to the table to continue their upward trajectory. It’s a creative, family-esque hub, whose drive for making powerful and meaningful work speak volumes and I’m looking forward to my journey ahead."Greg Hackett, Director and founding partner of Spindle, adds: "Mayling is the perfect hire for Spindle as we develop in 2023. She is driven by true creative filmmaking, and we firmly believe she is the ideal person to help guide our company towards the next level. What sets her apart is not just her remarkable talent and work ethic, but also her genuine dedication to ensuring an exceptional experience for those around her. She deeply cares about doing things right and prioritises the well-being of her team. Let's go!"• Watch directors' showreels at Spindle here