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  • “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…

  • CC Clarke is "Not Playing" in new track

    Whether or not you’ve been following CC Clarke‘s influential beauty and cosmetic endeavors, you’ll be amazed by her new career as an artist. The UK native is returning with yet another single named “Not Playing”. This is a bouncy R&B/pop song that showcases Clarke’s impressive vocal range. Lyrically, it comes as an assertive statement as…

  • Paco Versailles keep it "Black and White" in new jam

    Dropping jams like “Shangri La“, “Libertine” and “Unwind“, 2019 was the year Paco Versailles introduced us to their fresh brand of dance-pop music. Calling it ‘Dancemenco’, their sound is a pop-inflected blend of Flamenco, disco and electronic dance tunes. Such a vibe is what we catch in their new tune “Black and White”. This one…

  • "30 Mil" by Gee$ comes as a statement [Video]

    Virginia Beach rapper Gee$ is working on a new project Thanks For Nothing (scheduled for summer a 2020 release). To that effect, he’s just dropped the first single “30 Mil”. The record finds Gee$ flowing smoothly over a melodic hip-hop track produced by Jrey. His lyrical style comes in the same vein as his major…

  • Frankie Zulferino – "Say Less" [Video]

    On March 6, New York pop artist Frankie Zulferino released a new single, “Say Less”. It is a bubbly and sensual song filled with heavy disco influences. For the music video, Frankie’s frolicsome vocals got complemented by his lively visual performance; the clip showcases some great dance choreography. “Say Less” has that classic pop feel.…

  • Listen: Tanner J. Royal – “Mama”

    The song “Mama” by New York-based musician Tanner J. Royal sits at the intersection of rock, blues and country. Written alongside guitarist Matthew Mooney and produced by Michael Wuerth, it’s a lighthearted and enjoyable piece. The composition revolves around the lifestyle of seeking hookups while hopping from bar to bar. Tanner’s honest vocals gives the…

  • Watch GALXARA get "Jealous Of Myself"

    With new artists like GALXARA, the future of pop is safe and secure. Returning to our stereos with the single “Jealous Of Myself”, the Florida-born, Los Angeles-based singer flexes her vocals as she crafts another anthem. The Warren Felder-produced track carries the kind of insane vigor that GALXARA has become synonymous to (her debut was…

  • Falz returns as the "Bop Daddy" in his new jam with Ms Banks

    Nigerian artist Falz did team up with South London rap queen Ms Banks as they deliver a crisp new track “Bop Daddy”. This is a bouncy Afro-inflected song created for the party dancefloor and beyond. Falz’s idiosyncratic style is juxtaposed with Ms Banks’ witty bars to give the song some huge edge. “Bop Daddy” is…

  • Hear Clara Mae's acoustic version of "More Than OK", her song with R3HAB & Frank Walker

    The beginning of the year saw electronic producers R3HAB (Netherlands) and Frank Walker (Canada) teaming up with Swedish vocalist Clara Mae for the electro-pop bop “More Than OK”. The song has been a great success, with its music video currently at over 4 million views on YouTube. So, it is interesting to see the artists…

  • Caroline Kole is back with another track; stream “Cold”

    If there’s something we know about Nashville-based pop singer-songwriter Caroline Kole, then it’s her penchant for deeply personal, and sometimes vulnerable, lyrics. That, together with her powerful voice, is what kept us hooked on to her 2019 EP, Freaking Out!. Luckily for us, 22-year-old Kole is back with a new single. Christened “Cold”, it is…

  • RHYME SO return with new video “Fashion Blogger”

    The idea behind social networks was the enhancement of human interactions but it appears, as Japanese duo RHYME SO note, that we have become too invested. Their new song “Fashion Blogger” examines our obsession with online validation. The soft chant ‘we gotta disconnect to reconnect‘ that reverberate throughout the track summarizes their assessment while offering…

  • Neon Brown and Vursatyl collaborate on new track "Maintain"

    Denver-based hip-hop producer Neon Brown tapped on emcee Vursatyl (of Lifesavas) for a new boom-bap banger. Titled “Maintain”, it’s a lyrical piece that captures Vursatyl smoothly laying heavy bars over a hard-hitting beat. The song which describes life in Black America is accompanied by an animation-supported clip created and directed by Neon Brown himself. “Maintain…

  • Here is "Tease Me" by stereodressed

    “Tease Me” is the first release by Germany producer stereodressed. The disco-tinged electro-pop track carries an overlay of warm R&B-styled vocals. The bass-heavy and upbeat song generally has a pleasing dance-pop feel and will fit into multiple playlists. stereodressed is the moniker used by Stephan Zankl. The artist is looking forward to stamp his name…

  • Jordan Hawkins appreciates the present in “We Have”

    Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Jordan Hawkins is a special talent. Making R&B music with a spellbinding smoothness, the up-and-coming artist acts as a bridge between the past and present eras. His soulful proclivity stems from his background as a youthful singer in the church choir. Such is what he plans to captivate us…

  • Chronixx releases new single & video “Dela Move”, announces second album

    Jamaican reggae primer mover Chronixx storms into 2020 with a raging new single “Dela Move”. The song which finds him professing his love for his hometown (De La Vega in Spanish Town) is accompanied by an equally cinematic clip directed by Nabil Elderkin. It’s the first single from the “Skankin’ Sweet” singer’s forthcoming second album…

  • Drymer feels frustrated in new song "Pulling Me Down"

    Paris-based French producer/artist Drymer has a new hit in the name of “Pulling Me Down”. Touching on the classic case of a sad love story in which one party is only into playing games, the song carries gripping melancholia. The emotional lyrics is, however, a far cry from the engaging grooves that dominate the track.…

  • Listen to "For" by Micah & Julia

    Emerging Dutch singer/songwriter duo Micah & Julia are out again with another single. This one is titled “For” and was written during their Nashville sessions. It’s a folksy piece coming in the veins of indie-pop. Micah & Julia are ready to export their fresh style to world and a great song like “For” is how…

  • Watch Evie Irie in "Over Him" video

    Already having taken the pop industry by storm with her 2019 EP 5 Weeks in L.A, Sydney-based 17-year-old singer/songwriter Evie Irie seems to be boldly laying a claim on 2020. Her new single “Over Him” is a breathtaking piece which, once again, reminds us of the Australian wonderkid’s versatility. With production that borders on adventurous,…

  • Jackson Price and the Blues Rockets present debut album named I Used to Have Fun

    I Used to Have Fun is the first album by Jackson Price and the Blues Rockets, an American blues/rock quartet from Taos, New Mexico. The 12-song LP is a tribute to classic blues and the genre’s legends like Eric Clapton and BB King. We are highlighting (above) one of the pieces on the record; “Message…

  • Mike Dignam shares new single "She's Not You" and teases new album

    With his latest single “She’s Not You”, Manchester-based independent artist Mike Dignam marks his return after a hiatus that lasted a couple of years. In fact, the British singer/songwriter and producer already has his sight on a new album which he says not only introduces his new sound but also represents a fresh start for…

  • BLOK shares first song "One Mile"

    Danish artist BLOK has officially debuted into the electronic scene with the single “One Mile”. This is a down-tempo dance/pop tune with a mellowed vocal overlay. The song talks about the unpleasant aftermath of a breakup. Listen.

  • Stream AKA George's single "Bad For You"

    East London singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist AKA George is already known for exuberant brand of rock music. However, he has this ability of grabbing fans’ attention with each new release. His latest “Bad For You” has that same effect. It’s a great anthem for a thrillsome party. “Bad For You” is the title-track to AKA George’s…

  • Stonebwoy ushers us into an "African Party" [Video]

    Ghanaian Afro-dancehall bigwig Stonebwoy precipitates a party mood with his new single “African Party”. This Streetbeatz-produced jam brings us closer to his scheduled new album Anloga Junction (which you can pre-order here). The LP will be out on Stonebwoy‘s label Burniton Music Group. “African Party” is a bash-ready tune that, as per the artist’s signature…

  • Hear Viento as they debut with a self-titled song

    Viento is a blues/soul band formed by Greek vocalist Loukia Alevra, Italian instrumentalist Jonathan Colombo and Greek instrumentalist/producer Vasilis Kaliampetsos. The outfit was formed last year, 2019, in Matala, Greece. Theirs is a sound that fuses blues and soul with sprinkles of ethnic flavours. “Viento” is the title to the band’s debut single. The song…

  • Sing with Red Royal as they unveil new song "One More Shot"

    Red Royal have with them a hit song waiting to be embraced. Titled “One More Shot”, it’s a catchy blend of various pop elements. With irresistible hooks and a bewitching vocal delivery, the song has the intended effect of completely engaging the listener. “One More shot” details the case where what you want becomes elusive…

  • Kafar Myers is "True 2 Self" in new video

    Pennsylvania-based emerging emcee and poet Kafar Myers has revealed the video for “True 2 Self”, a song off of his latest mixtape Self Privilege. His vividly reflective lyrics are presented within a smooth and warm delivery that endears it to the listener. 20-year-old Myers shared the track alongside a creatively filmed video. Away from music,…

  • Discrete and Chris Collins share "Better Days"

    Swedish artists Discrete and Chris Collins reuniting on a new track “Better Days”. The two had, in the past couple of years, been songwriting partners before each ventured into different directions. Producer Discrete went on to register his name as a hit-maker while Chris Collins grew into a singer-songwriting prodigy. “I met a fifteen-year-old Chris…

  • IJALE releases new song "Pages In My Passport"

    With his first release of 2020, Australian-based rapper IJALE lays bare his ambitions, particularly his persistent desire to travel the world performing his music. Altogether, “Pages In My Passport” is a motivational and fun song that carries crisp beats and a thundering bass. The artist’s melodic flow is another element of the track that is…

  • Listen to "Bonnie" by the emerging band Hopper [Video]

    Not a new song, this one! However, “Bonnie”, the debut single by Canadian indie-rock band Hopper, is worth returning your attention to. Released mid last year, the song was escorted by a music video consistent with its composition and style. “It’s about when someone is in a relationship that’s in peril and you realize that…

  • Watch Lady Jay's "Odo Nana" video. Also stream her EP Anywhere You Dey

    In case you missed it, Ghanaian songstress Lady Jay recently released her debut EP Anywhere You Dey. The project carries 6 urban-influenced, pop-inflected Afrobeats tunes. Released on Wahala Entertainment, it features artists such as Magnom, E.L., Joey B and Dammy Krane. One of the lead singles “Odo Nana” is accompanied by a great music video,…

  • Listen to "F.Y.L" by Moscow duo Modeness

    Modeness is a Russian alt-pop duo based out of Moscow. It’s made up of singer/songwriter Artemiy Nik and producer/instrumentalist Rav McCoy — they sometimes work with solo guitarist Ivan Shafrun. The band makes music with a heavy electronic influence, as their latest single “F.Y.L” will properly demonstrate. “F.Y.L” is an entrancing dark-pop piece with chilling…

  • Here is "The Island", off Laurentis' debut album

    Seattle-based American artist & producer Laurentis dropped his debut album titled Liqour, Love & Lost Thoughts two fortnights ago. The project intimates his personal journey, highlighting the highs and lows. Each song falls into one of these three themes: party life, love and deep introspection. The Island”, which is posted above, for example, is a…

  • Stream Under Exit Lights EP by Sea Girls

    Ahead of their debut album which arrives later in the summer, British pop/rock band Sea Girls are unveiling their brand new EP Under Exit Lights. The 6-track project includes, among other songs, the lead single “Read For More”, an acoustic piece named “Timeless” and “Why Won’t You Admit”, which is highlighted above. It is out…

  • Listen to the song "Ginny" by Toronto R&B artist Sylo

    August 2020, that is when Canadian R&B artist Sylo (formerly Sylo Nozra) is expected to drop his scheduled debut album. The Toronto native has, over the past few years, been feeding our appetite with his brand of R&B music. Yesterday, March 11, the singer/songwriter shared a new single (his first of the year). Named “Ginny”,…

  • Listen to "Spare Change" by L-Tre

    “Spare Change” is a soul-influenced hip-hop song by Atlanta-based US rapper L-Tre. The track, which was produced by iSmael Jam, is taken from the artist’s new 7-track EP titled G2G! It sounds mellifluous and soothing in all aspects and is perfect for those fun rides or trips. Listen to “Spare Change” and sample the EP…

  • James Gillespie reworks "Someday Sundays" with Natti Shiner [Video]

    UK indie-pop singer/songwriter James Gillespie has shared a new version of his single “Someday Sundays”, a song that was originally released as part of the musician’s debut album Safe. This reworked version features Fickle Friends’ vocalist Natti Shiner and is accompanied by a vlog-style music video which captures moments of James’ entire day. “Someday Sundays”…

  • Watch Charlie Wilson’s video for “Forever Valentine”

    February 14 could well be in the past but isn’t love too great a feeling to be relegated to just one day in the callender? It should be celebrated everyday, in perpetuity! It is such an idea that inspired R&B/Soul legend Charlie Wilson‘s latest single “Forever Valentine”. The song saw the BET Lifetime Achievement Award…

  • Abel. drops two songs "Comfortable" and "Night Owl"

    Lo-fi pop singer Abel. is returning with two songs released as a double. Named Comfortable, the package includes the tracks “Comfortable” and “Night Owl”, both of which carry the artist’s signature style. “‘Comfortable’ is a dark pop warning to people who tend to get complacent in toxic relationships. As the resident queen of staying in…

  • DHARIA reveals "August Diaries" in new single [Video]

    The success of Dharia‘s debut song “Sugar & Brownies” on TikTok quickly turned her into a viral sensation — the music video has surpassed the 97 million mark on YouTube. That explains the huge anticipation of the 15-year-old Romanian singer’s follow-up. Well, she has now dropped her second single “August Diaries”. Also released on Thrace…

  • BAUM shares acoustic version of "Fuckboy"

    Los Angeles-based alt-pop singer/songwriter BAUM‘s “Fuckboy” was — and still remains — a massive release. The single did arrive as the follow-up to the artist’s 2018 EP Ungodly and aided her rise. Now, she is returning our attention to the song by sharing an acoustic version. Though much stripped down, this piece still hits as…

  • Demons Of Ruby Mae return with "This Is Your Time"

    Manchester duo Demons Of Ruby Mae continue their steady rise with the release of another great record. The rock-influenced and electronic-driven melodic track was produced by Phil Bulleyment and named “This Is Your Time”. An uplifting and reassuring piece, the song gets it’s power from both the weighty lyrics and moving vocals. “it’s a song…

  • Hear AV and OSH in “Talk To Me” [Video]

    Successful UK songwriter Aaron Evans is debuting as an artist (under the moniker AV) with the single “Talk To Me”. Collaborating with rapper/singer OSH, they deliver a slow, seductive and steamy R&B bop for the romantics. The track’s melody-driven instrumentation sets the mood for the two artists’ to go elegantly soulful. The vocal and lyrical…

  • Introducing Pat McCay: listen to his new album titled Ready

    With a new album named Ready, South African indie-folk singer/songwriter Pat McCay‘s career gets refocused and re-energized. The Cape Town native had made his debut 10 years ago. At that time, he went by the moniker Two Minute Puzzle and proceeded to carve space for himself in the festival circuit. Now, after reevaluation of his…

  • New track “Shakira” brings together Seroney, Christiano Can and Esque [Lyric Video]

    “Shakira” is a new trans-Continental collaboration that brings together Kenyan singer Seroney, Costa Rica’s Christian Can and Kenyan singer/producer/engineer Esque The Beat Killa. The song infuses Caribbean and Latin melodies into Afro-beats influenced percussion. The track’s instrumentation is further veneered with a crust of electronic elements. With a nice swaying and dance-inducing tune, “Shakira” is…

  • “Kiss Harder” completes the rollout off Sulene’s new EP, Fire Escaping

    On March 6, South African bedroom pop singer-songwriter Sulene unveiled her sophomore EP, Fire Escaping. Released on Sleep Well Records, the 4-song project is the follow-up to her 2017 debut release Strange. The single “Kiss harder” was the last to drop (on the same day as the EP). Itself, it’s a blissful tune which, however,…