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  • Reece West playing like “Griezmann” in new self-directed video

    North London Grime artist Reece West is here with another single, “Griezmann”. The track was produced by Teddy Music and Heavytrackerz and released on the label tenwest Group. The song’s self-directed visuals, which was shot in Turkey, with cinematography work by Saoud Khalaf, is posted above. “Griezmann” lyrically details the emcee’s solid pedigree, carrying references…

  • Here is “Bullet”, the latest track from Australian producer Resin Moon

    https://soundcloud.com/resin-moon/bullet/ Even for those who only listen to electronic music occasionally, “Bullet” will certainly be of interest. It’s the latest track from Australian producer Resin Moon, who indicates that he has worked on it for over 4 years. Layered with strings, drum samples and synth grooves through a 1970s tape machine, “Bullet” is a hypnotic electopop record…

  • Listen to “Made Up” by Valentin Marx band

    Brooklyn, New York-based, 3-piece band Valentin Marx has been making music since 2012. The indie rock outfit’s latest two singles “Last Time” and “Made Up” (which is highlighted above), released within the last four months, are a product of some internal changes within the band and a representation of their dynamic sound. “Made Up” explores…

  • Brian Walker taps Zenon for new single, “Forever I Swear”

    Brian Walker‘s new single “Forever I Swear” stands out in many ways, including the track’s awesome blend of a classic R&B vocal delivery with a more contemporary, urban sound. The self-produced, self-mixed song features another artist Zenon, with whom Brian co-wrote the song. Together, they unleash magic for the listener’s pleasure. The track was mastered…

  • Callum Pitt talks “Forgotten Kids” in new single

    Callum Pitt‘s music style is an interplay between indie folk and rock music, sonically and lyrically speaking. Having impressed with songs like “Rabbits” and “Away From The Rousing Parades“, the British singer and songwriter returns with a new single which he’s appropriately titled “Forgotten Kids”. This new piece carries his signature hand-picked guitar riffs and…

  • Hear “Need Love” by LIEZA

    Nashville-based, indie-pop singer/songwriter LIEZA returns to the limelight with “Need Love”, her latest song and first release of the year. The song saw her working with producer/songwriter Femke, whose label LV Music released the record. “Need Love” is a melancholic piano ballad that showcases the artist’s vulnerable lyrics and heartfelt vocal delivery. “‘Need Love’ is about that feeling…

  • Gabby Z releases first single, “Mythology” [Video]

    Gabby Zonneveld, known professionally as Gabby Z, got to drop her first single, “Mythology”. The funky, soulful and groovy tune is infused with elements of disco rhythms and the record was premiered on Stereofox blog. Its melancholia-imbued lyrics beautifully contrasts the upbeat, ecstatic and dance-inducing melodies. The song is about the personal responsibility everyone has…

  • Stream Conrad Clifton’s new track “Silent City (Everything Is Connected”

    https://soundcloud.com/infinitypoolrecs/conrad-clifton-silent-city-master/ Brooklyn-based electronic producer and artist Conrad Clifton has a new single out here and it’s also the first release that features his own vocals. “Silent City (Everything Is Connected” is an Afro-house track which carries a vibe similar to that of South African maestro Black Coffee. With an exciting soundscape, the new song arrives…

  • Watch the video for Aaron Taos’ “Dazed & Amused”

    “Dazed & Amused” is one of the 10 tracks on Aaron Taos’ latest album, Birthday Boy. The song has received an awesome video to accompany it and you can watch it above. “Dazed & Amused” is generally a sweet and upbeat pop/rock song that features a groovy and melodic guitar tune.  The soothing vocals further…

  • Listen to “The Past” by Kafetti

    In the heart of Southern Australia, you will find Kafetti, an R&B and trap-soul artist. As we introduce him, we’re highlighting a song he released a couple of months ago and the track is titled “The Past”. According to the 21-year-old producer, vocalist and percussionist, this song (his first of 2019) was done as a…

  • Watch KIDDO and Gashi “Coming Down” in new song

    Swedish pop singer and songwriter KIDDO makes a return with another single, “Coming Down”. The song, which is accompanied by an animated visual presentation, features Libyan-born, Brooklyn-based hip hop artist Gashi and was premiered on Billboard. KIDDO’s debut came last year with the single “Drunk and I Miss You” which was done in collaboration with DECCO duo, who also produced this…

  • Claye engages dance fans with a hot new track, “Murda”

      Jamaican-born, UK-based producer, singer and songwriter Claye excites the urban/pop scene with a new single. “Murda” is an awesome island tune that receives a sharp and crisp production. Featuring a smooth vocal delivery, the song is not only a great dancehall track but also an addictive singalong. “Murda” is an early release off of…

  • Trilane & Loris Cimino – “Still Think Of You” feat. David Shane)

    Swedish duo Trilane and Swiss producer Loris Cimino have a new song for the electronic dance fans. Titled “Still Think of You” features singer/songwriter David Shane and is released on Protocol Recordings. The progressive-house track provides a pleasurable and refreshing listen. Be it the dancefloor or home stereos, the record will keep listener on their feet…

  • Parris LaVon gets his “Two-Four” shirt on in new track

    Parris LaVon is back at it with a new record, “Two-Four”. The song’s title alludes to “24”, Kobe Bryant’s jersey number. In fact, in a winner’s fashion, the song is about turning dreams into reality. Listening to song, I can feel that fiery vibe of “Better Off“, an earlier hit by Parris. “Two-Four” was produced…

  • Peridot are back with new song. Hear and watch “Fleeting”

    Peridot breaks their hiatus with a new song and video, “Fleeting”. It is a stripped-down piano ballad that carries vulnerable lyrics. The self-written, self-arranged song explores the concept of impermanence. On this piece, the band is supported by a string quartet. Peridot is an LA-based duo that consists of Hillary Reynolds (vocals, piano & mandolin)…

  • Listen to Wild Fire’s “Billboard Sign” [Lyric video]

    “Billboard Sign” by Wild Fire is the first single release on the sister duo’s upcoming EP, Been There. The song, which they co-wrote with renowned songwriter Shane Stevens, is a lovely county/pop piece that showcased the emerging talents’ vocal abilities. It comes with a great video to accompany it and that clip will be revealed…

  • Watch Rachelle Rhienne in new video, “M2M”

    Sassy Scottish singer/songwriter Rachelle Rhienne reveals a new single and video, “M2M (Midnight to Morning)”. Sung in English with a sultry vocal delivery and over a Latinpop-flavoured dance/pop tune, the singer gets to impress. Also, she’d co-written the song with Chris Swan and James Birt. The music video was directed and edited by Arran Christie…

  • Party Favor – “Dreams” featuring KingJet [Lyric Video]

    DJ/producer Party Favor and hip-hop artist KingJet, both from the city of Los Angeles, have teamed up on a new offering, “Dreams”. The chilled-down song combines hip-hop and electronic/pop tunes and carries smooth basslines and groovy melodies. It is an official leak off of Part Favor’s upcoming Layers album. Above is the lyric video, which…

  • BlackBonez drops “Shine”

    For his second release of 2019, German DJ/Producer BlackBonez drops “Shine”. The song follows up on the success of his debut track, “Freaky” and it’s a serious Future-house banger. The record arrives on Mental Madness records and features smooth, female vocal harmonies. BlackBonez is the new Future House project by Blaikz. The artist had been building…

  • Annika Grace passionately calls out in “Anybody Out There”

    https://soundcloud.com/annikagrace/anybody-out-there Annika Grace‘s new release “Anybody Out There” oozes out intense emotion. The song finds the Venice, California-based, electro-pop singer and songwriter passionately advising people not to be obsessed with the need for validation by the society. With soaring vocals and sharp synths, the song emits a sense of urgency. It arrives in the heels of…

  • Ollie wants none of it in new single, “Leave Me Alone”

    It is only a couple of months since Ollie released Lost EP, which includes an interesting title-track. The Canadian singer/songwriter and former athlete (a career halted by a life-threatening car accident) has a new single out. “Leave Me Alone” continues the singer’s preoccupation with emotional complexities. This song follows the writer’s decision to shake off a…

  • Listen to “Gone” by Aaron Mansfield

    Aaron Mansfield has a new country pop song he’s titled “Gone”. With a flavour of rock, the song’s writing is profound and the music carries a catchy and addictive edge; it’s one of those songs that require a dozen repetitive listens. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, the American singer/songwriter is now based out…

  • Watch Marc Haize’s “Process” video

    “Process” is first single on Los Angeles-based, Houston artist Marc Haize‘s latest EP, No Love Lost, a project which dropped last year. The track, which was produced by Lakey Inspired, is soulful and R&B-tinged and quite stands out musically. The rapper, singer and songwriter’s smooth and lyrical delivery is also something to write home about. The motivational…

  • Listen to Shristi Jade’s “Deserve You”, off Worth’s Not A Question EP

    https://soundcloud.com/shristi-jade/shristi-jade-deserve-you-prod-by-twin-cities Groovy soul and rhythmic R&B styles collide on London-based, Australian singer/songwriter Shristi Jade‘s latest EP, Worth’s Not A Question. The 3-song project includes songs like “Deserve You”, “Maybe” and “Trophy” and showcases the new artist’s undeniable talent. Highlighted above, “Deserve You” is soothingly vibey and quite heartwarming in both lyrical and vocal aspects. With…

  • Hear Lydia Persaud in “More Of Me”

    Ahead of the release of her debut album Let Me Show You later next month (May 10), Toronto singer/songwriter Lydia Persaud reveals the project’s second single, “More Of Me”. Let Me Show You will be released on Next Door Records and will serve as introduction to Lydia’s creative world. A talented vocalist and a passionate…

  • Listen to David Quinn’s debut album, Wanderin’ Fool

    “Where The Buffalo Roam”, shared above, is the last track on David Quinn‘s just-released, debut album, Wanderin’ Fool. The project’s nine engrossing songs introduce us to the Americana singer/songwriter’s unique perspective. The album was written on the road as the artist adventurously traversed the United States, playing at a number of venues while rediscovering and…

  • Wilson Mabo features Anna Rose in “Run”

    Swedish electronic producer Wilson Mabo drops his first track of 2019. Titled “Run”, the groovy song features Anna Rose, an LA-based singer and songwriter. The pop-inflected house record describes a break-up situation and the vocalist’s heartrending delivery expresses the emotive lyrics to its fullest extent. The track was mastered by Cosmos Mastering in Stockholm. Mabo…

  • SAAKB can still “Try” in his solo debut

    Pakistani-American singer/songwriter SAAKB has made his solo debut with the song “Try”. It’s a classic R&B record, packed with soulful vocals and a heartfelt songwriting. The lyrics describes a long-lasting relationship and one party’s determination to keep that flame of love burning. SAAKB hails from New Jersey. With music influences ranging fron Craig David, The Weeknd, Bruno…

  • Cold Engines is back with “Shady Lover”

    Ahead of the release of their fifth album Kiss My Heart (which is due next month, May 2019), Boston-based band Cold Engines keeps the fans engaged with another single. “Shady Lover” carries an addictive hook, soulful vocals and a funky swagger. The groovy song infuses a shade of R&B and is, simply, sublime. Formed in 2015, Cold Engines…

  • TeZATalks reveals “4th Season” video

    R&B singer and songwriter TeZATalks has a new single and video out. Titled “4th Season”, it is a laid-back and singalong piece that brings out the best of the artist’s vocals. The track is melodic and rhythmic and its production is blends in elements of hip hop. The accompanying video, which is posted above, was…

  • Celebrating lyricism: 3 hip-hop videos you’ve got to watch

    Jahan Nostra – “El Chapo” feat. Ceschi “El Chapo” is a collaborative effort from emcees Jahan Nostra and Ceschi. The record, which was produced by Maulskull, tackles the current immigration issues in the Unites States of America and other ills affecting the minority communities. This song feels like a hard-hitting, social commentary by the two artists, who…

  • 6 Electronic Pop & Dance songs to listen to right now [April 2019]

    Going through a tonne of releases, Aipate picks six electro-pop and dance pop tracks that we feel will excite you. The selected songs are by Maybon, Dusky Grey, Andrew Waines, GA3TAN, ELIZZA and Sammy Green. Maybon – “Do We Even Matter” feat. Kim Cesarion 20-year-old Norwegian artist and producer Maybon shares a new single, “Do…

  • Singers, Listen Up! Here are 5 Tips to Prevent Vocal Injuries

    A vocal injury can halt a career when it’s most promising. Musician and vocal coach Analisse Weathers shares tips to prevent such a situation. No matter what the style of music you perform, if you do sing on a regular basis, the more vulnerable you are to getting vocal injuries. For sure, getting your vocals injured…

  • Big Head Bandz drops “Just Another Day”

    In the heart of Middletown, Ohio, you will find Big Head Bandz, a hip-hop artist. Today, the emcee releases a new single, “Just Another Day”, a feel-good and vibey song that infuses shades of indie, pop and R&B; a beautiful hook joins together well crafted verses. Born Jason Johnson, Big Head Bandz showed interest in music…

  • Watch live performance video of The Chainsmokers & 5 Seconds Of Summer’s “Who Do You Love”

    American EDM DJ/Producer duo The Chainsmokers did team up with Australian pop/rock outfit 5 Seconds Of Summer in a new single, “Who Do You Love”. Highlighted above is the song’s official live performance video. Generally, “Who Do You Love” is a masterpiece; guitar melodies and grooves come flavoured with heavy synths, bridging together the worlds…

  • Gryffin & SLANDER – “All You Need To Know” feat. Calle Lehmann

    Artist and producer Gryffin did team up with production duo SLANDER on a new song that features vocals from Calle Lehmann. “All You Need To Know” is, in fact, the first release on Gryffin’s forthcoming debut album, Gravity. The album will be out this coming summer via Darkroom/Geffen Records and it’s the follow-up to his 6-track…

  • Listen to “Ascend” by 86Love

    86Love is a Canadian rapper who hails from Calgary, Alberta. Just recently, he re-branded to this new creative moniker and today we share “Ascend”, the first song that he releases under this name. “Ascend” is a melodic track that incorporates moderate auto-tune effects on the vocals while also retaining a sharp and crisp production. The…

  • ØBED shares new song, “Sober”

    “Sober” is is the new trap-soul-flavoured, contemporary R&B song from singer ØBED. The track infuses elements of pop and hip hop, with the composition emotively diving into the issue of love. This record was released on the label 19fifty7 and is a standout single that carries the hallmarks of an anthem. Its crisp production and singalong hook…

  • 7 awesome picks; songs from Chaz’n’Byanka, Shaylen, Mantis Empire, NGHTMRE & A$AP Ferg, Geneses, Rob Soul & Brock Phillips

    Chaz’n’Byanka – “Million Dollar Education” This R&B/Soul piece is the debut song from newly formed Bulgarian duo Chaz’n’Byanka, who are, as a matter of fact, working on an album. Produced by Dimiter Ganchev and mastered by Julian Janev, this record serves as the forthcoming project’s first single.   Shaylen – “BTW” Shaylen is back with a…

  • Steve Marino unveils a new music video. Watch “Fluff”

    Out now via Pittsburgh-based label Darling Recordings is this new song by Steve Marino: “Fluff”. Produced by Ben Lumsdaine , it is the title trick to Steve’s upcoming debut album, which is expected to drop on May 24th. Besides najor streaming streaming services, that LP will also be available on coke bottle green vinyl, black…

  • The Kevin Conness Band has a new EP titled What Now

    https://soundcloud.com/kevin-conness/04-aint-no-fool-mastered/ The Kevin Conness Band has a new EP out and it carries four beautiful songs compiled under the title What Now. The record was written by lead singer and guitarist Kevin Conness and arranged by the band which, by the way, includes musicians Jason Braatz (bass and vocals), Blake Ritterman (percussion & drums), Julien…

  • Strandels share “Love On Repeat”

    https://soundcloud.com/strandels/love-on-repeat/ As a follow-up to their 2018 song “Need Your Love”, Swedish sibling-duo Strandels are back with a new single. This one is titled “Love On Repeat” and it’s a re-playable indie-pop record that explores the sour end of a relationship. Above the melodic and groovy tune lies a wonderful vocal component that complements the interesting…

  • Stream Cautious Clay’s Table Of Context EP

    Just coming off an impressive showcase at this year’s SXSW – where he was able to perform on NPR’s Tiny Desk, Radio Day stage, among others – steadily rising soul singer/songwriter Cautious Clay is now releasing his new EP, Table Of Context. Throughout the project’s six songs, the artist impresses the listener with his powerful voice…

  • Rob Hazen releases “We Are Gold”

    For his latest release, Florida-based musician Rob Hazen shares “We Are Gold”. The pop-infused Rock song is groovy and catchy and adds to the singer/songwriter and live-hoop artist’s hits list, which includes singles like “Heartbeat” “Everything In The World” and “Endless Summer”. This record is quite energetic and a good candidate for that dancefloor playlist. Rob has…

  • Stream “We’re The Ones” by FOLD and Potent Whisper

    Fold returns to our stereos with “We’re The Ones”, the title track to their scheduled album (due April 13th). The song features London emcee and spoken word artist, Potent Whisper. Just like the album’s entire theme, this uplifting song advocates for empowerment. It is heavy on the instruments and oozes out a great soulful and funky…

  • Watch MOAN’s “Minimum Wage” video, stream Finding Home EP

    MOAN can imply a number of things, but with focus on UK Hip-hop, the word is the abbreviated form of Message Of a Nation, a Yorkshire-based collective whose music infuses elements of soul, jazz and a ‘boombapy’ feel. The trio has just dropped its debut EP, Finding Home, an 8-track project that reflects on current times…

  • Stream “Longest Season” off Doov’s Separation album

      Doov‘s debut album is finally here; with the 14-track project including previously released single “Target“, the song through which Aipate introduced the 20-year-old artist. Highlighted above is “Longest Season”, which features another rapper CyphTwo. The record captures the two reflectively spitting motivational bars over an up-tight beat that smoothly builds up from a melodic…

  • Rita Ora shares live-performance video for “Only Want You”

    The listeners just wont get enough of Rita Ora‘s song “Only Wan’t You”, and so, in a DJ-Khaled fashion, they get more. Only a few days after releasing a remix to the song featuring 6LACK, the British singer and songwriter has shared a live performance video for that record, which, by the way, is part…

  • Isaac Dunbar has a new single out. Stream “Pharmacy”

    Isaac Dunbar is back with a new dazzling single titled “Pharmacy”. The 15-year-old had grabbed the attention of the industry with his 2018 song “Freshman Year” and he’s not letting us take our eyes off him as he continues to drop hot records. With an infusion electronic vibe, “Pharmacy” cleverly blends pop and R&B. The…

  • Listen to “Fast As I Can” by Roses & Cigarettes

    Echoes and Silence is the sophomore full-length album from American all-girl rock outfit Roses & Cigarettes. It is the follow-up to their 2018 EP. This 10-track album was released in last month, that is, February this year. Echoes and Silence is a beautiful collection and to give you a hint of what to expect in the LP, we are…