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  • Stream OO, the new EP by Spanish producer Znas

    Music by Znas can best be described as a techno-house hybrid. With his new concept EP OO, the Spanish producer serves us a unique concoction of deep house, techno and progressive house. The 3 songs thematically describe a couple’s struggles with concealing their feelings, with each party fearing rejection. Znas does a good job keeping…

  • Watch Madison Beer’s visuals for “Stained Glass”

    At this point, saying that Madison Beer‘s forthcoming debut album Life Support is highly anticipated still passes as an understatement. Her latest single “Stained Glass” continues the New York based pop singer’s string of singles that will culminate in her releasing the LP. “Stained Glass”, like the previous two (“Good In Goodbye” and “Selfish”), captures…

  • Jam with Destiny Watson on “Another Level”

    “Another Level” by upcoming rapper Destiny Watson finds her embracing the grind. It’s also motivational as she urges people to stay true to their hustle. Produced by Pianogotkeys and mixed by Young2Much, the track is but a teaser to a forthcoming EP that she is working on. At a personal level, Destiny Watson wears many…

  • MP Grey x Dawn Harght – “Crushed Minds”

    “Crushed Minds” is a collaborative track between German artist/producer MP Grey (birth name Martin Polle) and New York based singer Dawn Harght. The indie-pop record also found MP working with Nashville’s Philp David Pence (guitar/bass) and Berlin’s Conrad Oleak (strings arrangement) and Alex Höffken (drums). It was mixed and mastered by Nicolas Essig in Los…

  • Pascal Junior drops new track “Here For You”

    It’s probably now an established fact that Romanian-born London electronic producer Pascal Junior is as good in creating magical soundscapes as much he’s adept at picking the right vocalists. For him, every release is a chance to paint a picture. His latest single “Here For You” is another enthralling piece from the dance music specialist.…

  • “Fast Enough” is the latest release from Jon Du

    French pop-rock songwriter and recording artist Jon Du’s growth is an exemplification of talent being accompanied with diligence. Using his latest single “Fast Enough” as an illustration, we get to experience the Paris-based musician’s desire to entertain. This new song carries Jon’s signature hooks: catchy and mellifluous. “Fast Enough” sounds engagingly upbeat yet lyrically emotion…

  • Listen to “Old Religion” by ALuis

    “Old Religion” is a new song by Dominican-born Florida-based Christian rapper ALuis. It is a piece that the artist says was inspired by questions about religion. He says: “This song was inspired by a friend of mine. We had a conversation about why it is that she does not believe in Christianity or Organized religion,…

  • Stream Ron Addison’s debut album Testify

    At the beginning of the year, Aipate shared the song “No Damn Good” by blues/rock musician Ron Addison. As we had indicated, the song arrived as part of a planned album named Testify. Well, the artist already released the project. Backed by his band Tomcats, Ron engages us with 10 songs that combine of blues…

  • Listen to “Gan” by Ittai Binnun

    Ittai Binnun is an Israeli musician whose sound blends African percussion and Middle Eastern melodies. He released an EP titled Ethno Digital last year November. “Gan”, the song we are sharing today, is taken from that project. It’s an Afro Balkan children’s song with a catchy tune. Traditional drums and a brass section gives the…

  • “Stick Around”, Nirob Islam urges in new piece

    Nirob Islam has just followed up his last single “Westside” with a new one named “Stick Around”. This one finds the Swedish artist boosting the spirits of those undergoing some challenges. Sonically, the track continues the Stockholm-based singer and songwriter’s blend of pop and R&B. Explains Nirob: “’Stick Around’ is almost like a second part,…

  • Go euphoric with Hermitude and Haiku Hands in “Let It Burn” video

    For “Let It Burn (World’s Gone Mad)”, Australian hiphop & electronic production duo Hermitude recruited pop outfit Haiku Hands. The high-octane song is part of their new album (Pollyanarchy) which dropped via Nettwerk Records. It is accompanied by a video which director Sean Wehrli created to perfectly befit the intensely hyped up track. “Let It…

  • Listen: Rooftop Heroes – “Better Than You”

    On Valentine’s Day, Swiss pop band Rooftop Heroes dropped the album Emotions – – the 14-track LP was self-released. Aipate is returning your attention to the album by sharing the song “Better Than You”. Although it carries celebratory and club-ready vibes, it was written about a breakup. With lines like ‘I might have been a…

  • Sammy Rae & The Friends present “Whatever We Feel”

    Sammy Rae & the Friends is a collective led/fronted by Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Sammy Rae. Working together with her ‘musician friends’, Rae creates music that properly engages the listener, with similar energy going to the outfit’s live performances. Their latest song, “Whatever We Feel”, is a mesmerizing piece; it’s all about personal freedom and not allowing…

  • Sing with Cimo Fränkel as he shares “World Is Waking Up”

    Cimo Fränkel is an Amsterdam-bred musician who wears many hats creatively. Having spent a decade behind the songwriter’s desk penning hits such as “Shotgun” by Yellow Claw and “Sex” by Cheat Codes & Kris Kross Amsterdam, the Dutch talent is now as pushing his brand as a solo artist. His latest single “World Is Waking…

  • Hear Marina Orchestra in “Let It Roll”

    During such difficult times, we all need a song to keep our spirits high. “Let It Roll” by Marina Orchestra serves that purpose. Released as a single from the US band’s upcoming third studio album Night Life, the track carries a blissful indie-rock instrumentation. The thoughtful lyrics is delivered wholeheartedly and in a way that…

  • Dewey Da Don, Miss Kush and Roblo DaStar deliver new track “Slimedotte”

    After dropping Blacktop Baby late last year, Kansas City rapper Dewey Da Don is already on to the next project. The first cut off of it is “Slimedotte”, a track on which he features two femcees Miss Kush and Roblo DaStar. Bar after bar, each artist displays their street-cred over a hard-hitting trap-hip hop beat.…

  • Stream “Goa” by KLANGPLANET

    KLANGPLANET‘s new release “Goa” is an ode an Indian region/state of the same name. On it, the German deep-house producer adds sprinkles of Indian melodies and vocal samples. KLANGPLANET is the moniker used by Munich-based record maker and songwriter Frieder Mollat. On each of his groovy records, he thematically transports the listener to a certain…

  • Stevie Ray – “Nothing But Love” feat. J.Lately & Kristina Urgel

    Bay Area rapper Stevie Ray has just unveiled a new single named “Nothing But Love”. It’s a pop-inflected R&B record which features J.Lately and Kristina Urgel. Solid rap verses are sandwiched in between a heartwarming chorus. Altogether, “Nothing But Love” is lyrically sweet and vocally charming. “‘Nothing But Love’ is a celebration of love and…

  • Simon Lewis presents “Heaven Only Knows”: listen

    “Heaven Only Knows” is a new song by Austrian singer/songwriter Simon Lewis. A delicious serving for indie-pop heads, this track is characterized by the musician’s signature chilling vocals and affecting songwriting. Piano keys prompts Simon‘s melodic singing as he delivers lyrics that tugs at the listener’s heartstrings. “Heaven Only Knows” is an emotional piece about…

  • clide releases new song, “lost”

    clide is returning with “lost”, which is his second single. It comes as the follow-up to his debut “broken parts” and is a reminder of the US singer-songwriter’s undeniable talent. This new song carries a mix of pop instrumentation and urban-influenced delivery. Although “lost” sounds enjoyably beautiful, it offers the listener something to think about.…

  • Vibe with SNT JMS in his latest track “Revenge”

    SNT JMS ( read Saint James) is a hip-hop artist from Costa Mesa, California. Making music that blends 808 synths, trap melodies and layers of soul, his sound can be seen as a hybrid between Kendrick Lamar and Anderson .Paak. His new single “Revenge” best defines his style. The song finds addressing those who don’t…

  • Watch the sci-fi styled video for Unzyme’s new single “Nerve Cells”

    “Nerve Cells” arrives as the second single from Finnish band Unzyme’s upcoming album. It is an electro-pop record accompanied by a futuristic Sci-fi influenced music video filmed by Ville Hoikkala. “Nerve cells is a song about questioning your personality – whether your memories are real, altered or implanted. Our memories define us, even though they…

  • Listen: Sasha Barbot -“Old Soul with a New Pair of Shoes”

    Not quite often do you encounter a song that engages your mind as much as it delights you musically. “Old Soul with a New Pair of Shoes” by Italian musician Sasha Barbot is one such piece. Sitting at the intersection of blues and folk, it is accompanied by a surely mesmerising vocal delivery. Lyrically, it…

  • Sky Keller’s latest song finds her “High & Hurt”

    “High & Hurt” by US singer-songwriter Sky Keller blurs the boundaries of electropop and the alternative. Created into a lyrical anthem, the song easily resonates with the listener. Generally speaking, it is an emotional and honest account about a disappointing relationship/encounter. Sky’s soaring and undulating vocals blends smoothly with the gripping instrumental melodies and provides…

  • Stream Blue Frequency’s debut album Person To Person

    Blue Frequency is a band from Raleigh, North Carolina. Person To Person is the title to the 4-piece outfit’s debut album. The project’s first single “Eyes Up” is an atmospheric folk-inspired track that feels so engaging, with every very listen as enjoyable as the previous. Person To Person is 9 tracks ling. Stream the album…

  • A Dive into the Alternative: some songs to check out

    Valencia James – “Ebb & Flow” On. March 27, Australian pop singer-songwriter Valencia James dropped her debut EP Light & Shade, etching her name in the industry. One of the singles is “Ebb & Flow”. This track imbues sharp synths and energetic vocals. The song is about riding out the waves of life. Valencia explains,…

  • Listen to “Knew You” by Kailee Morgue

    “Knew You” is another bewitching piece from Arizona-born Phoenix-based alt-pop songstress Kailee Morgue. Produced by Heavy and released via Republic Records, it arrives as her latest single. “Knew You” is probably her first proper love song and a deviation from her darker themes like that of 2018’s “Siren“. This new release, in that sense, reminds…

  • Japanese singer Kaori Mukai shares new song “Nostalgia” as we inch closer to her new album

    The upcoming album Nostalgia comes on the other end of Japanese singer-songwriter Kaori Mukai‘s sojourn in Indonesia. The title-track “Nostalgia”, which is sung in both Japanese and Indonesian, provides a perfect taste of what to expect from the LP. Kaori wrote the song as she reminisced her days in the country. On it, she’s assisted…

  • Nzau and Oduh rLando – “Pod Apek” [Video]

    Thika-based Kenyan artists Nzau and Oduh RLando (a.k.a Orlando) recently released another collaborative effort they named “Pod Apek”. It’s a melodic rap record which carries an injection of R&B/pop vibes. ‘Pod Apek’ is a Luo phrase that one usually uses to assert his/her dominance (and was notably popularized by rapper Luodollar on “Bank Otuch”, his…

  • Listen to “Sea Creatures” and the new 4-song EP by Axel Flóvent

    24-year-old Axel Flóvent is a gifted singer-songwriter whose songs are known to elevate the listener to an acoustic heaven. On March 27, he unveiled a new EP Tourist. This should be taken as a full exploration of the Húsavík-raised, Reykjavík-based Icelandic musician’s indie-folk leanings. Released via Nettwerk, the project includes previously released singles “Tourist” and…

  • RMA x Mert Gökmen – “Burn”

    For his latest release named “Burn”, German electronic producer RMA got the vocal services of the talented Mert Gökmen. The record which is out on Ensis Records gets the best of both artists. Mert’s rousing vocals meets RMA’s crisp production and the result is a vibrant house record that will lift your spirits. “Burn” fits…

  • CHYLD drops two tracks “Belong” and “Rainbow Tears” as a double single

    Boston producer and multi-instrumentalist CHYLD returns with a double single. “Belong/Rainbow Tears ” was released on Tommy Boy Records. The two songs have different flavours; while “Rainbow Tears” has the hallmarks of a global dance/pop hit, “Belong” is uniquely crafted and will be appreciated by electronic fans. Both cuts have amazing energy levels. CHYLD is…

  • Listen to “Wallflower” by Latir [Video ]

    “Wallflower” is the result of a new collaboration between London singer/songwriter Latir and Leeds-based producer Luvian. It’s a soul-infused R&B record that carries influences of electronic-pop. “Wallflower” finds Latir singing about a woman he’s smitten by. Latir says: “This was actually the first creation Alex (Luvian) and I ever got started on, we made the…

  • FFINN and Livio Hans reveal “Wish List”

    “Wish List” is a delightful new dance-pop record. The love themed song was done as a collaboration between emerging producer FFINN and talented Belgian singer Livio Hans. It was written about being happy and contented with the love you have. Above, you can listen to the song which was released on Stockholm-based recording company Ocean…

  • The Four Owls tap producer DJ Premier for new single “100%”

    UK rap group The Four Owls have a new album scheduled for an April 17 release. Titled Nocturnal Instincts, it features heavyweight emcees like RA The Rugged Man, Roc Marciano, Kool G Rap, Masta Killa (of Wu-Tang) and Smelliginton Piff. Today, they’ve excited fans with the release of a new cut featuring legendary hip-hop producer…

  • Sing with Shadi G as she releases new song “Wrong Kind”

    It’s stressful being in a relationship where the two partners are on different wavelengths. In such cases, it’s one thing to clearly communicate your feelings but another for your significant other to reciprocate. Swedish singer-songwriter and producer Shadi G seemingly understands this too well, at least according to her new song “Wrong Kind”. Through plentiful…

  • “Smell The Rot” with South Korean band Bursters

    With a cinematic intro that proceeds into a burst of dark energy, “Smell The Rot” sounds surreal. The record by South Korean metal band Bursters is for the fans of post-hardcore punk/rock and is lifted from their new album Once and For All. Gritty guitars, blasting drums and sprinkles of synths combine to make the…

  • Groove to Kydus and Jack Wilby’s “Gravity”

    Liverpool’s Kydus re-emerges with another blend of techno and house music. This one is titled “Gravity” and on it, the DJ/producer featured fellow British talent Jack Wilby, whose chillingly graceful vocals gives the song a gripping edge. The record is out on Big Beat Records and follows the singles “Destiny” and “Aftermath”, both also released…

  • Spitty The Sequel – “Femme Fatale” [prod. by DJ Ben Workin]

    Spitty The Sequel is a hilarious storyteller. The up-and-coming hip-hop artist’s new song dives into the archetypal “Femme Fatale” woman. On this song, he regales us with the different types of ‘off-centre’ girls he’s encountered and goes into detail the experiences with each. All this is covered in eccentric and witty lyricism and skillful flows.…

  • Hear Ruby Jay’s new song “Vivid Dream”

    With her talent, young actress and singer Ruby Jay is bound to be the sensation of tomorrow. The 15-year-old has shared her new single “Vivid Dream” and as you listen to it, you can easily see why her rise is impending. “Vivid Dream” is a piano ballad about turning dreams into reality and was inspired by…

  • Teenear reveals her desires in new video “Dollar Signs”

    Miami R&B singer Teenear is back with another banger. Titled “Dollar Signs”, the urban-inflected song gets the artist showing us her personal desires. It underscores her pursuit of ‘the paper’ and self love. The sultry music video complements her vocal delivery which, in itself, is nothing but exceptional. “For this video, I really wanted to…

  • Meet SANI as he reveals his debut single and video “2 Glasses”

    Hamburg-based singer-songwriter, producer and film composer SANI (birth-name Sani Baladi) has officially debuted as a solo act and his first single is named “2 Glasses”. This is an enthralling song that exhibits the professionally trained German musician’s vocal prowess. Recorded at Berlin’s TRIXX studios, the track carries various influences, giving it the wider pop appeal.…

  • Listen: Elmer Andersson – “Forget”

    “Forget” by Elmer Andersson is a well crafted melody-driven song that beautifully connects the edges of R&B and indie-pop. It captures the 21-year-old Swedish singer-songwriter and producer crooning about the process of moving on from a hurtful relationship. Even though you may have memories to cherish, it’s sometimes important to pursue that which feels more…

  • Stream Brandon Isaac’s new album Sketches of Healing

    Cincinnati-based hip-hop musician Brandon Isaac has a positive outlook on life and he puts this in the music. His new 7-song album Sketches of Healing illustrates this. “Black Woman”, which is one of the songs, for example, is an appreciation of women and is projected towards mending the broken relationships in the black community. You’ll…

  • “Punjabi” by Karmen is fun and heartwarming [Video]

    Karmen is another dazzling pop star from the European nation of Romania. For those who are hearing about the young singer for the first time, her new song “Punjabi” offers a great introduction. The track carries an eclectic blend of flavours, with hints of reggaeton, R&B, South Asian pop and electronica all present. Melodic and…

  • Watch GO79MAN in his video for “EVO7VE9”

    GO79MAN (read ‘Gold Man’) is a Chicago-born, Raleigh-raised emcee. The gifted lyricist has, over time, been using his rap skills to build a fanbase and whenever he hits the stage, he makes sure to give the audience an experience to relish. Such energy is evident in his latest single “EVO7VE9”. The title is read as…

  • Hear Wesley Tucker admitting "Weakness" in this new bop

    For his latest piece “Weakness”, US pop singer-songwriter Wesley Tucker entrusted IzyBeats with the production. The new song, like his earlier releases, reveals a lyrically honest and vulnerable Wesley as he admits his love for a partner, even with the understanding that sometimes his affection is taken for granted. Guitar chords and electronic beats combine…

  • Listen: “So Crazy” by D.B. Ricapito

    Siri Music Group (via Sony Music’s The Orchard) has today released “So Crazy”, the new single by D.B. Ricapito. Produced by mastermind STAVROS, the record carries an exciting fusion of urban and pop sounds. Overall, it has a welcoming and cheery club-ready tune that will keep you grooving. D.B wrote “So Crazy” alongside AIRE. On…

  • HARE unveil new single "Better Off"

    US indie band HARE has, over the past months, undergone some significant changes. Now reduced to a duo of singer/songwriter Seb Isaac and producer Chris Morris, they are returning with a fresh new style that blurs genre boundaries. Their infectious new single “Better Off” effectively illustrates their artful blend of indie-rock, pop and electronica. The…

  • GOLDHOUSE remixes Beth Hart's "Sugar Shack"

    “Sugar Shack” is a song that acclaimed Los Angeles singer-songwriter Beth Hart released as part of her 12-track 2019 album War In My Mind. So compelling a tune it is that dance producer GOLDHOUSE decided to rework it. His version, as expected, injects a dancefloor ready flair but doesn’t diminish Beth’s sultry vocals. Punching beats…