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  • Hear Femi’s powerful new song, “More Or Less”

    “More Or Less” is the most recent release from Femi, the rising singer-songwriter from Congers, New York. It’s not easy to pin the song down to a single genre but, if I have to describe it, I’d say an uptempo pop rock track with an EDM-style buildup. “More Or Less” has a sombre tone though.…

  • The Modbeats invite listeners to reflect on “The Passers-Bye”

    The other week, US 4-piece rock band The Modbeats released another single, their second of the year. “The Passers-Bye” features soft instrumentation and gripping lyrics. Lyrically, it offers listeners a thought-provoking reflection on today’s routine-driven society. The Modbeats are challenging us to pause for second and consider the thoughts and motivations behind the strange faces…

  • Ashleigh Bankx returns with “Crown”: listen to the new song

    London’s Ashleigh Bankx has a new song called “Crown”. The Zimbabwean-born artist has been featured on Aipate in the past — at that time, she’d just released “Right Move“. The new offering is a jazz-inflected alt-R&B track infused with engaging afrobeat rhythms. Ashleigh retains her signature soulful delivery as she explores themes of love, self-worth…

  • Producers MOGUAI and DHALI link up for new tune feat. Dominic Neill & Marc Moon: listen to “Rest Of Your Life”

    MOGUAI and DHALI are two of Germany’s most celebrated DJ/producers. However, while MOGUAI has had a legendary career spanning two decades, DHALI is relatively a newcomer who’s making music behind a mask. The pair was joined by Marc Moon as co-producer as they crafted their new track, “Rest Of Your Life”. This single features vocals…

  • Meet Immy Owusu through his latest song, “Curly Hair”

    Immy Owusu comes from a musical family. While his father was one of Australia’s most notable West African musicians, his grandfather was big a name in Ghanaian Highlife music during the ’60s. Immy’s style is a psychedelic concoction of highlife with elements of rock. You can get a proper taste of this sound on “Curly…

  • Kendrick Lamar and SZA finally reveal “Luther” music video

    “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar and SZA has become a mega hit and is now in its seventh week atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart. With rumours that the West Coast pair were seen filming a music video having hit the internet a couple of weeks ago, we finally get to see the eagerly anticipated visuals.…

  • Hear Sara Diana’s latest single, “Vegas”

    There comes a time when we all need an escape from the stressors in our immediate environment. For many, a dream vacation does the trick. For emerging pop singer-songwriter Sara Diana, a peaceful sanctuary could be found in the most ordinary of places, be it her bedroom or the recording studio. This sentiment is captured…

  • Watch Eli Jae’s music video for his new song, “Sexual Healing”

    Here is another beautiful song from rising Nigerian crooner Eli Jae. “Sexual Healing” was released on March 28 via Squareball Entertainment, with a tantalizing music video following it almost immediately. It is the first single taken from Eli’s upcoming debut album. As exemplified by this song, his style is an intoxicating blend of R&B and…

  • Honeysucker and Leone unite for late-night feelgood anthem, “All Nite”

    Brooklyn-based band Honeysucker‘s debut single “Honeydeux” introduced us to their shimmering indie sound. Having released their first EP, Headed for a Dive, earlier this year, they are still continuing to expand their sonic territory. Honeysucker have a new single called “All Nite”. A collaboration with North Carolina artist Leone, it’s a funky and flavourful slice…

  • Jungleboi and Jayeks launch new chapter as Jack Inf3rno, kicking of with “High Water”

    Enter Jack Inf3rno — the exciting new duo made up of UK producer Jayeks (a.k.a. Jamie Snell) and South African-raised London-based musician Jungleboi (a.k.a. Naitumela Masuku). An affinity for blending genres forms the core of the pair’s collaboration, each artist bringing their distinct style into the mix. “High Water” is the name of Jack Inf3rno’s…

  • William Black links up with Kate Morgan for “Save Me”: listen

    LA’s William Black and Kate Morgan deliver a festival-ready anthem “Save Me” is an uplifting progressive house song that resulted from the recent collaboration between EDM producer William Black and vocalist Kate Morgan, both based in the US city of Los Angeles. The melodic house track features soaring synths and energetic drops. With soulful vocals…

  • Watch Moncrieff perform his anthemic new song, “Shangri-La”

    Ahead of his eagerly awaited debut album titled Maybe It’s Fine (due May 9th), Irish singer-songwriter Moncrieff shared a new single and music video the other week. The song is called “Shangri-La” and it’s a rapturous anthem filled with carefree energy. “It’s about two people becoming so recklessly infatuated with each other that in the…

  • PRVNA’s “Only Light” showcases her Afro house style: watch music video

    Prior to the release of her new project, what did I know about PRVNA (pronounced Pra-vee-na)? Not much. But I also have to admit I was immediately sold the moment I heard “Only Light”, which has since been accompanied by an alluring visual. The song is part of an EP which encapsulates the South London…

  • Virginia To Vegas is back with new anthem, “heaven tonight”

    When it comes to modern pop music, Canadian artist Virginia To Vegas is a specialist, his intricately woven and addictive hooks always inviting listeners for a singalong. Every new song from him is just as captivating as the previous. Virginia To Vegas’ first offering of 2025 finds him continuing to grow his global fanbase. Called…

  • Stream George Daniell’s Heartaches & Stomachaches EP

    UK’s George Daniell started out as a DJ and soon began polishing his production skills. Taking inspiration from the likes of Fred Again, Disclosure and Bru-C, his style features a melodious fusion of drum and bass, house and garage. Daniell has a new EP titled Heartaches & Stomachaches. The 4-song project includes the captivating single…

  • NEVE feels homesick new song, “my little island”

    Hailing from Ireland, NEVE is an independent artist who’s already rubbed shoulders with some big names while touring around the UK and Europe. Buoyed by the success of her 2023 song “Want U Back“, the pop singer-songwriter has her sights set on bigger achievements. NEVE’s latest single “my little island” comes at a time when…

  • Ferris Pier and JUNG present a new dancefloor anthem, “Catch The Fire”

    It has been a few years since Ferris Pier appeared on Aipate‘s pages. With the US songwriter and producer having just unveiled a new single, we’re compelled to write about it. “Catch The Fire” is the title of the new song, which is a collaboration with Swedish duo JUNG. The fun-loving dance pop track takes the…

  • Listen to “Fill” by talented singer-songwriter Gnat

    Seattle-native singer-songwriter Gnat has a new song out now. Called “Fill”, it’s a poignant indie-folk piece that serves as the artist’s solo debut. Previously, Gnat was part of a college band called Dinner With Me. “‘Fill’ was inspired by the kind of breakup that you force yourself to follow through with because you know it’s…

  • Ebubé returns with new single, “Lay With Me”: watch visuals

    Having started 2025 on a high, UK R&B newcomer Ebubé returns with another glowing single, “Lay With Me”. He paired the new song with a lovely music video capturing its intimate vibe. “Lay With Me” is a romantic slow burner, a seductive song reminiscent of 2000s R&B. “I wanted to make a song that evoked the…

  • Martin Oh transports you to a “Better Place” with his debut EP

    Emerging Spanish musician Martin Oh released his debut EP, Better Place, a few weeks ago. He co-produced the 5 songs with SOHN, blending dance-inducing grooves with warm melodies and escapist lyrics. This indie-dance-pop project transports listeners to place where they can let lose. Better Place brings with it a sunkissed summer feeling, each song a…

  • CHPTR. enlists Livingston Crain for “Lost In The Moment”

    Out now via Insomniac Records imprint Heaven Sent is this song by melodic bass producer CHPTR.. Birthname Leonard Schneider, CHPTR. hails from Germany. The newly released record is called “Lost In The Moment” and features US singer-songwriter Livingston Crain. Livingstone’s delivery carries hints of pop-punk, heightening the song’s emotive feel. “This song is me being…

  • Listen and dance along to “Shine” by funk-rock band Groovement

    A dynamic band known for their electrifying live shows, Groovement has kept fans coming back for more since its formation in 2009. The band’s blend of funky grooves with rock n’ roll energy makes for particularly lively sets. With Groovement working on a new album, they recently released the first single, “Shine”. This is an…

  • Rising star Angelina Curtis delivers new single, “Stereo”

    Angelina Curtis is headed to the top. At just 17, the Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is stirring the indie scene thanks to her boundary-pushing songwriting. Her newest song, “Stereo”, offers new listeners a proper showcase of her style. This dreamy yet rapturous alt-pop track has had my finger glued to the replay button; it’s super…

  • The Knocks and Dragonette team up for a euphoric anthem, “Foolish Pleasure”

    New York electronic music duo The Knocks and singer Dragonette, who are frequent collaborators, have just announced that their collaborative album titled Revelation will be released on June 6th. Alongside the news arrived a new dance-pop tune, “Foolish Pleasure”. This synthpop track serves as the third single from the upcoming full-length release. A song about the…

  • Gerina rebuffs an ex’s attempt to rekindle things on new song, “Arrepentido”

    “Arrepentido” is the most recent single from Gerina, who is a talented singer and songwriter who was raised in both Venezuela and the United States. Sung in Spanish, the upbeat Latin pop song was co-written with guitarist Tim Mitchell, produced by Adrian Lopez, and accompanied by a colourful and fittingly vibrant music video (see above).…

  • Khaligraph Jones releases new album, Book Of Jones (1st Chapter)

    Kenyan rap music mainstay Khaligraph Jones has just dropped his third album, Book Of Jones (1st Chapter). Featuring the likes of Nyashinski, Silverstone Barz and Falz, the 10-track album has a 46-minute runtime. Based on my initial listen, “The Purge”, “Family” with Timmy Blanco, and the introspective “On the Real” are standout tracks (be on…

  • PEPTALK joined by Chloe Parché for “Good With Goodbye”; watch them perform the new song

    You probably already know PEPTALK, the Australian trio comprising singer Phoebe Sinclair, bassist Lara Frew and keyboardist Jay-Lee Kwan. We shared their “Close Friend” single back in 2023. Well, this time round, the girls were joined by singer Chloe Parché, with whom they’ve established a close friendship. “Good With Goodbye” is the name of track…

  • Listen to “93” by indie duo flora cash

    Bright and melodious, the song “93” by indie/alt-pop duo flora cash is characteristically confessional. Lyrically, it leans into the themes of their last album, behind very beautiful thing. The lyrics “you said we’ll find each other in another life/ but all you wanted was Somebody Else” are especially gripping, capturing the sentimentality of the song.…

  • Watch Windser’s video for new ballad, “Shut Up And Kiss Me”

    Talented American singer-songwriter Windser (birthname Jordan Topf) recently released his second song of 2025. Titled “Shut Up And Kiss Me”, it follows “Abandon”, both songs being lifted from an upcoming album that the artist will be unveiling soon. “Shut Up And Kiss Me” is a beautiful ballad dedicated to Windser’s wife. Written after their wedding,…

  • Chè Aimee Dorval is back with new single, “Joyride”

    After a two-year hiatus, Canadian singer Chè Aimee Dorval returns with new material, an electro pop song called “Joyride”. The Vancouver-native’s last offering was The Crowned, an album preceded by singles like “Loveless” and “Blood Red Son“. The new song arrived a fortnight ago in the company of an inviting music video. According to Chè, “Joyride”…

  • Bino Bames releases debut single, “Cocktail Princess”

    Taking inspiration from the likes of Elliott Smith, Velvet Underground and Kurt Cobain, Bino Bames’s distilled influences can be seen in his music and overall style. The Las Vegas-born artist and multi-instrumentalist has just released his debut single, “Cocktail Princess”, pairing it with a DIY visual. He filmed and directed the music video himself using…

  • Shawn Desman & Jamie Fine present “Body”: listen and dance along

    Two of Canada’s top-tier artists Shawn Desman and Jamie Fine joined forces to create “Body”, a euphoric, dancefloor-ready pop anthem that you’ll want to play on repeat.  This sensual song captures the chemistry between two people, channelling the thrill of losing oneself to the moment. It was released via Wax Records. “When I found out…

  • Drake reveals striking visuals for “Nokia” — Watch

    “Nokia”, the standout track from Drake and PartyNextDoor‘s new collaborative album, now has an accompanying music video. The stunning monochromatic visuals arrive at a time when the song continues to rise on the charts — it’s expected to reach a new peak of no. 7 on Billboard 100. Watch the striking visuals for “Nokia” above.

  • Pop singer Bruklin returns with “Good Cry (Acoustic)”

    New York pop singer-songwriter Bruklin had a massive 2024. She made her debut and followed her first single, “Stay Friends”, with four more songs that not only brought to the fore her versatility but also earned her a few million streams on Spotify. She aims to maintain the momentum this year, and releasing an acoustic…

  • Hear “too close to love” by Stockholm artist Alvin Weise

    Stepping into the pop music scene last year with “Starting Over“, Swedish singer and producer Alvin Weise has proceeded to release four more amazing singles. The latest is called “too close to love” and is an inviting pop ballad imbued with Alvin’s signature polished production. About the new song, the Stockholm-based artist said: “At this…

  • Kidd Called Quest and Ken-C take us back to the ’90s with “Premo Feel”

    For fans of those head-nodding boombap tunes from the ’90s, “Premo Feel” by New York City producer Kidd Called Quest and Minnesota emcee Ken-C will surely transport you back to that golden era of hip hop. A tribute to DJ Premier, the song’s release (March 21st) coincided with the legendary producer’s birthday. “Premo Feel” features effortless verses…

  • Producer GARZA taps singer Brittni Jessie for new single, “Lose My Mind”

    Rob Garza, also known as GARZA, is a dance music producer best known as one-half of American outfit Thievery Corporation. Making hits as part of Thievery Corporation for over two decades, the musician continues to do the same with his solo project. GARZA has a new single out, and it’s called “Lose My Mind”. The…

  • Simi unveils new visuals for “Woman To Woman”

    Graceful Nigerian singer Simi is back with new visuals. The elegant music video is for her song “Woman To Woman”, an empowering song released as part of her 2024 album, Lost and Found. Simi’s mother and friends are featured in the video, reinforcing the song’s message of strength, diversity and solidarity. In her own words,…

  • Listen to Ellis Prescott and 808wrld’s new album called Wake Up

    What else can I say about this collaborative album between Seattle artists Ellis Prescott (singer & rapper) and 808wrld (producer), except that it’s splendid? Titled Wake Up, the 11-track album features boundary-pushing production, melding modern hip hop and R&B with electronic elements. The bouncy and irresistibly catchy title track, “Wake Up”, is especially marvellous; it…

  • Fake Dad unveil new EP called Holly Wholesome and the Slut Machine

    In terms of concept, the mini-album is centred around imaginary characters representing real aspects of the artists’ own lived experiences.

  • Damon DeGraff taps Korie Minors and singer Sincerely Suav for debut single, “Remedy”

    An industry guy who’s pivoted to making music, Damon DeGraff understands how to move the crowd. The Bermudian has just unveiled his debut single, “Remedy”. For this song, he tapped fellow Bermudian Korie Minors, a skilful producer and DJ, as well as American singer Sincerely Suav, whose soulful vocals add an enchanting feel. To describe…

  • Album Review: Stuck With You by Majelen

    It has never been commonplace for a musician to have their own signature equipment. Given this, Australian artist Majelen releasing her own signature guitar (in collaboration with Cole Clark Guitars) can never be downplayed. Still, those who have followed her from the beginning of her career wouldn’t be too surprised — as exemplified by her…

  • Shub and Tia Wood unveil new song “Victorious” alongside a fascinating music video

    Canadian artists Shub (DJ and producer) and Tia Wood (singer) teamed up to create “Victorious”, a harmony-filled genre-bending song that aims to push the envelope when it comes to the fusion between indigenous sounds and modern electronic music. For Shub, who is known for pioneering ‘powwow step’ style, this single comes at a pivotal point…

  • Producer Rony Rex joined by Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie for “Cookie Junkie” – listen

    Finnish dance music producer Rony Rex has something fresh for you. A collaboration with Japanese artist Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (also known as Chi-), the song is named “Cookie Junkie”. “Cookie Junkie” is a fun dance-pop track combining influences from various electronic styles. About it, Chi- said: “For ‘Cookie Junkie’, since I’m a total music junkie,…

  • M.anifest releases his sixth album, New Road And Guava Trees – Stream

    The sixth album by Ghanaian hip hop artist M.anifest dropped the other week via Mass Appeal Records. It is titled New Road And Guava Trees. At just 38 minutes, the album takes listeners on a sonic adventure characterized by experimentation. It’s also a masterclass in storytelling, with M.anifest flipping through the pages in his personal…

  • Tonia drops another mesmerizing song, “Cut The Cloth, Didn’t I”

    The last few years have seen UK singer-songwriter Tonia receive lots of tastemaker support, becoming one of the most exciting up-and-comers from Liverpool. Her brand of alt-pop is eclectic, transcending genre boundaries with much ease. I’ve just listened to her new song, “Cut The Cloth, Didn’t I”, a broody piece that starts mellow before incorporating…

  • Dance to “Song for You” and “The Wizard” by French DJ/producer Myd

    Myd is all about bringing heat to the dancefloor. The French DJ and producer is known for his vibrant club music, and that’s exactly what he did with his new double single, “Song for You” / “The Wizard”. While “Song for You” is a blissful summer-soaked disco/house track packed with delightful melodies, “The Wizard” has…

  • Alma Owren explores ‘under the surface’ on her debut EP

    Appearing in my radar early this year, Norwegian singer-songwriter Alma Owren finally releases her debut EP, a project that has left me yearning for more. Under The Surface is 4 tracks long, and arrived alongside the title track. “under the surface” is a deeply personal, piano-guided song encapsulating Alma’s stripped back indie-pop style. Steeped in…

  • New song finds Isaiah Stone “Leavin!”: listen

    US alt-rock musician Isaiah Stone is leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of musical excellence. As the Atlanta-based artist, multi-instrumentalist and producer unveils his third single “Leavin!”, we get another taste of his modern take on rockn’roll. “Leavin!” is an effervescent track packed with gritty guitar riffs and energetic drum beats. Isaiah’s high-octane vocal…

  • House music roundup: 4 songs to listen to right now

    Our latest house music roundup is a rather brief one: 4 carefully selected house music tunes from the likes of Matrē, Fleanger and Logan Garrett. This new Aipate selection explores the different shades of house music. STARSIGNS x Lena Leon – “Libra (Wasteland)” Here is another amazing release from STARSIGNS, the dance music trio consisting…