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  • June Dakid features Reece in “Dear Mr. President”

    June Dakid releases a new track, “Dear Mr. President”. Reece graces the hook with her vocals. This track was produced by Kimbo Beatz. It is in form of a letter addressed to the US President, Donald Trump. It talks about the social issues that he feel that the country’s Commander-in-Chief should immediately tackle. “Dear Mr.…

  • R-Wan and Mike Jay heats the dancefloor with “Take Me Away”

    R-Wan interestingly sets the mood for romance with the release of his new dance track, “Take Me Away. The French producer features singer Mike Jay. Under the great electronic melody lies a groovy bassline. While it will keep you on the dance-floor, Mike’s soulful vocals will get you singing along. Its spontaneous rhythm injects a dose of energy.

  • Jesse Michael carries fears of “Losing It All”

    “Losing It All” is the latest release from Jesse Michael. He is, however, currently based in London. The singer/songwriter is from Boca Raton, Florida. With influences ranging from Soul to pop, the artist takes it to the lyrics. His latest single, “Losing It All” is a song that tals about the mutual feeling of one…

  • Watch the video for “A Big Part Of A Big Sun” by DeLaurentis

    Aipate shares with you the cinematic video for “A Big Part Of A Big Sun” by DeLaurentis. The song had been used as a soundtrack in a key scene in ABC-aired series How To Get Away With Murder. The video was directed by AB/CD/CD and was premiered via the TV Series’ official Facebook and Twitter…

  • Hear “Timeless” by Nathan Angelo

    Last year singer Nathan Angelo released such a great album, A Matter of Time. It was released in August and it refreshes our memory of classic pop. You will feel the best of both Jazz and, Blues and Soul. This LP is chronicles his life-changing experiences of fatherhood. The album can comfortably be placed alongside…

  • Listen to Will Forrest, Monstaa B and Pe$o The Misfit ask “How’d I Get It”

    Rapper Will Forrest has dropped something fresh. Titled “How’s I Get It”, it features Monstaa B and Pe$o The Misfit. The heavily lyrical track is reminiscent of the golden age hip-hop. The three rappers are all from New Jersey and have an inclination towards conscious rap. In this deeply reflective song, each emcee regales us with the…

  • Watch Mena Fall ask “Who Was I”

    Soul singer Mena Fall released two EPs last year. Who Was I and Butterfly Dreams both carries that classic New Orleans flavor. We share a video to one of her hit singles. The song is “Who Was I”. The song is introspective and features Erica Fox and Rodrick Gray. Watch the video below.

  • Stream “Walking By” single from Felix Cartal and Iselin

    Felix Cartal has dropped something fresh for his growing worldwide audience. The song, “Walking By” features vocals of singer/songwriter Iselin. It comes after the success of his singles “Runaway’ and “Get What You Give”. “Walking By” carries an  emotional touch and this provided by the powerful vocals and gripping songwriting. Dreamy and melodic but high in…

  • FLYNN releases video for her debut single, “Red Light”

    FLYNN has shared a cinematic video for his single, “Red Light”. The song is the debut from the Irish singer. This video was directed by Nathan Barlow and produced by Diffusion Lab. It depicts the story of hesitant girl who is stuck at a red light. She however gets the much needed motivation to move…

  • Brasko returns you to the dancefloor with “TMYLM”

    Nashville singer Brasko has dropped something to hook you up to his creative world. The single “TMYLM” is a complex but highly danceable track. Though there is nothing much to inferred from the mysterious title, the listener is openly treated to a groovy flavor. The artist does music with an eclectic style and infuses classic…

  • Listen to “Kiss The Star” by Svenstrup & Vendelboe

    Most times, the longer you go just to chase a dream, the weightier the return. This song, “Kiss The Star” by Svenstrup & Vendelboe is one such project. They are a Danish DJ-Producer duo. The song breaks their 3-year hiatus from the scene. They had to fly from Denmark to Los Angeles to have the…

  • Ortzy & Ben Ambergen features Ben & Sebastian in “Stand Up”

    Something fresh is out courtesy of Ortzy & Ben Ambergen. The song features Bec And Sebastian. It’s titled “Stand Up”. Ortzy is a DJ/Producer and a former member of the successful duo HIIO. The song features Bec & Sebastian. The electronic melodies fuses well with the great vocals to from such a great track. Listen below via…

  • Watch the video for “Light The Way” by CK & Hlava

    CK & Hlava have finally released the video for their debut single, “Light The Way“. The outfit is an all-girl British-American duo. It consists of UK vocalist Bekki Hlava and LA-based producer CK Jones. “Light the Way” is a song about staying positive. Watch the video below via Youtube.

  • Paige & Matt Patterson -“What I Want”

    DJ/Producer Paige and Matt Patterson have released their single, “What I Want”. The electronic track was released via Armada Deep. Paige’s melodies and Matt’s smooth vocals inject a relaxing feel into the record. It has that feel-good touch and an infectious hook. Listen to the song below via Soundcloud. You should also sample some of…

  • Laura Jean Anderson shares “Silence Won’t Help Me Now

    Los Angeles singer-songwriter Laura Jean Anderson, “Silence Won’t Help Me Now”. It is her debut single and was premiered on NPR / All Songs Considered. The song was released via B3SCI Records. “The song started with how frustrated I felt being told I can’t do what I want as a woman. Once the election happened that…

  • Mentum features Hanna Emiliè in “Hasty”

    This one will excite the pop world. The song is by Norwegian artists Mentum and Hanna Emiliè. Titled “Hasty”, the track is an emotional piece with electronic flavor. The song carries a great melody and the vocals are just as good. It was released via Durkan Agency. Listen via Soundcloud.

  • Chris Stylez -“Living A lie” [Video]

    New York-based, Canadian singer Chris Stylez just released the video to this single, “Living A lie”. In him is a viral sensation mixed with a Soul era crooner. He made waves in 2016 when his “Who Is” track became a hit on vine and Spotiy. Chris’ music is smooth and may, at some pont, remind…

  • Camilla North’s “Yo No Soy Tu Chica” is something to groove to

    Norgwegian pop singer Camila North has dropped her single, “Yo No Soy Tu Chica”.  The song raises up the warmth in anticpiation of summer. Its dance-centric grooves and salsa-blended melodies add to Camilla’s sweet vocals to give you someting to sing and dance to at the same time. The composition mixes up latino and English…

  • New Arcade features singer Lula in new single “Inhale”

    New Arcades rerelases their new single, “Inhale”. The London-based duo features vocalist Lula. This track serves as the first release of their upcoming EP titled Nothing Is Lost. The project is scheduled to drop on April 27th. “Inhale” harbours an upbeat, synthpop melodies inspired by the 80’s sounds. Its soaring vocals and gripping songwrting sets…

  • Bravestorm feels love “Deeper Than Oceans”

    Bravestation have released a new single titled, “Deeper Than Oceans”. The song infuses elements of electronic synthesizers into a beautiful R&B rhythm. It manages to conjure up deep emotion on to the listener. The song details the feelings during the onset stage of a romantci relatuionship. It is a song to play in many a…

  • KaraJishi debuts with “Give Up The Ghost”

    The single, “Give Up the Ghost” is finally out. The song is by KaraJishi which consists of Grammy-award winning artist Elijah Blake and producer Ben Strick. It is the debut single for the new duo. You will be treated to the strong R&B vocals by Elijah Blake and Ben’s experimental melodies. KaraJishi is working on a…

  • Stream Feelings EP by Zachary Knowles

    Do you know that Feelings, the EP by Zachary Knowles is out? The singer has released the 6-track project. The R&B record carries some great tracks. We have highlighted two songs to serve as your gateway the EP. “Under The Lights” and “Love The Rain” are beautiful songs which one can listen to repeatedly. The…

  • Dana Williams would rather you go on and “Preach “

    Singer Dana Williams is back to soothe you with another song. “Preach” is her first solo record since being featured on the Rejjie’s, Kaytranada-produced “Egyptian Luvr”. This song also featured Aminé  and became a success. It was covered by Fader, Pitchfork, Billboard, among other music platforms. “Preach” is vocally sublime and lyrically gripping. Watch the video…

  • Keiynan Lonsdale -“Kiss The Boy”

    Keiynan Lonsdale has released a single “Kiss the Boy”. The song is one that attempts to address LGBTQ issues. The Australian singer is also an actor. His acting roles includes that in the series, Flash. He has the vocals and the composition that easily grabs attention.  This new song is manifestation of this. Listen below.

  • Nothing But You shares “Just For Tonight”

    Nothing But You has released “Just For Tonight”.  The song was premiered on Vents Magazine. It is the forth single off an album she is working on. It is to be titled I Love You On My Own and is scheduled to be released on 6th, April. Also known as Nicky, Nothing But you is an…

  • Watch the video for “Lie” by singer Chris Catlin

    Something fresh is out courtesy of singer Chris Catlin. We share the video to his track, “Lie”. The song carries a great blend of dancehall and R&B. It also carries elements of hip-hop music. From the onset, you are treated to a smooth flowing vibe. “Lie” is a song you can listen to while driving…

  • Watch Ilona Sola performing “Blue”

    Finnish singer/songwriter Ilona Sola delivers power with the performance of her single, “Blue”. The video features a piano-backed live performance of the song. With some R&B flavor infused in it, you will be mesmerized by the smooth Soul feel that might just remind you of the legendary Celine Dion. It is a composition that highlights…

  • Marie Naffah finally drops debut single, “Let Me Wilt”.

    Marie Naffah has released her debut single, “Let Me Wilt”. The MTV’S Unsigned Artist Of The Year, gives us a song that may just bring back the Soul groove. With such a story behind her, the UK singer uploaded video on Youtube in 2014. This later earned the MTV award. She then did “Blindfold”, a…

  • Listen to “Inconsistent” by Geno Five featuring Ruth Bennett

    Rapper Geno Five is planning an LP titled The Feels. To kick things rolling, the Jersey artist has dropped a song off that upcoming project. The track is titled “Inconsistent” and features singer Ruth Bennett. The artist brings in positive energy in his records. With great a flow and charismatic lyricism, Geno Five gives you…

  • Kodamilo reminisces on new single, “Used To”

    Something huge is out in the R&B world. Singer Kodamilo has dropped a new hot track, “Used To”. The song is the follow-up to his widely successful single, “Sides”. This has been featured on Spotify’s “Fresh Finds” playlist. It was also featured on DYNMK and R&B Nation. From all angles, “Used to” will also pass…

  • Nathaniel expresses his remorse in “Real”

    Somewhere in the depth of New York comes R&B singer Nathaniel. He has a new single out. The song is titled “Real”. It stems from his personal experience but you find in it, something you can easily relate to. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Fort Greene projects, the singer/songwriter has been part of the…

  • Camille Trust doesn’t want to “Lose You”

    Something fresh from Camille Trust is out. The singer has released “Lose You”, a soulful eletropop record. Her vocals and straight-forward lyrics both point to an artist in a post-confidence state over her art. “Lose You” is a straight-to-the-point song. It voices the internal struggle of balancing between relationship and career. Listen to the song below.

  • Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez debuts with “Unarmed”

    Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez has released “Unarmed”. This song serves as her debut solo single. It is a Jazz-flavored track which sheds some light on that internal battle between personal, social and political disconnect. Raina is a New York-based alt. R&B/soul singer. After “Unarmed”, you can expect a series of independent releases. These will culminate in the release of her…

  • Chris Cron X Daena Jay -“Fake News”

    Chris Cron has just shared a new single that features Daena Jay. Titled “Fake News”, the song talks about some love and likens it to an issue that has been thorny of late. He is a former front-man of Melee, a Warner Bros.-signed band. After he contested for NBC’s The Voice, he got the urge…

  • King James III insists “We Us” in new track

    Another great record from King James III is here. “We Us” is a lyrically smooth piece and the emcee has crafted it for anyone who is comfortable with whoever they are. “When I created this record I wanted to make a motion picture with words” ~ King James III K.J. III is a Hip-Hop artist…

  • LCAW’s Meet In The Middle EP is out

    You will remember that about a month ago we shared a song titled “Hummingbird” by LCAW and we indicated that it is the first single off his upcoming EP, Meet In The Middle. We return to feature another one, “Meet In The Middle”, the title track to the just-released EP. The 4-track project has been…

  • EXES shares new single, “Over”

    Electropop duo EXES are back in style. They have released a new single, “Over”. The song oozes out raw emotion and indicates the level of honesty that went into the writing. You will feel the chillingly powerful vocals of Allie McDonalds and the highly-inspired production of Mike Dorenzo. The lyrics, well, the lyrics… “It’s hard…

  • ARLO voices his hopelessness in new single, “Settle”

    Fast-rising London-based singer ARLO has released a new song, “Settle”. With some of the most vulnerable lyrics yet, the singer employs his vocals to overlay the great electro-soul melody. This release comes just before he headlines his already sold-out show at The Waiting Room. “Settle is about doing everything in your power to be loved…

  • Reedus 3M drops self-produced single, “Dirty”

    Boston rapper Reedus 3M has released “Dirty” as his latest single. The song is off his upcoming project. The song has a great flow and the artist goes on to punch in some good energy. “Dirty” sees the Reedus laying in some strong bars. Listen to the song below, via Soundcloud.

  • Afrojan features Koffi Macadory on “Thum Tera Dala”

    Rising Kenyan Afro-pop singer Afrojan has released a new single, “Thum Tera Dala”. The song features ohangla artist Koffi Macadory. Born in a small village in the outskirts of Muhoroni town, Afrojan has been constantly releasing music since he ventured into the art. He is known for songs like “Tik Tok”, “Subira” and “Harusi Yetu”.…

  • Vian Izak releases Northern Lights album

    Vian Izak have released Northern Anthems, their debut album. The duo consists of brothers Vian and Hein. Based in Nashville, the two were born in South Africa but moved to the US when they were kids. They had been working on this project for the past one year. This project comes at a time when…

  • Mostacho Xprmnt returns with “Clap With Me” [Aipate Premiere]

    Mostacho Xprmnt is releasing a new (their second) single titled, “Clap With Me”. Aipate is premiering this Brooklyn-based, Funk/NeoSoul fusionist band’s song. The dance-inducing track blends various flavors and, in a way, bridges the gap between jazz and pop. Written by Haruka Yabuno, Eitan Akman and Andres Marin, “Clap With Me” carries easily singable lyrics. As…

  • Vaarwell shares stunning visuals for “Stay”

    Something which comes a pleasant news to the electropop fans is the release of the video for “Stay” by Portuguese trio outfit, Vaarwell. The song by the Lisbon-based outfit carries swipes take on that electro sound. The self-directed and produced video adorned with a pastel pink visual theme. “Stay” carries their signature ethereal sound and…

  • tbFrs pays tribute to the 90’s on “Dedication 2”

    Norwegian artist tbFrs released an album a fortnight ago. Titled In Reference To, the LP is 11 track strong. We have highlighted “Dedication 2”, a single off the project. This song pays tribute the best of the 90’s hip-hop and culture. There is a humorous and clear reference to Eminem, Spice Girls, Prodigy and many…

  • Watch Hildur performing “Water”

    Hildur has shared a video of the live band performance of her hit song, “Water”. The visuals features stunning red lighting. The Icelander’s solo career has shot up already, with her bagging the prestigious Icelandic Music Awards for “Pop Song Of The Year” 2017 . And she is not just a singer, she is also…

  • MenEnd & Chow Mane release collaborative EP, Little Luvin’

      “Moon Cakes” rapper Chow Mane has teamed up with singer MenEnd to release a collaborative EP. The project is titled Little Luvin’ and carries two singles. “Eyes 4 Ya” and “Fk & Tlk” are the titles to the songs. Both tracks were produced by Keylo. The EP is exists at that intersection where hip-hop…

  • Spilt Milk Society party through “Amsterdam” in new visuals

    The video for “Amsterdam” by UK indie-pop band Spilt Milk Society has just see light. The track became an organic hit and helped increase the buzz around the Birmingham-based outfit. They had, in the past, sold out the 02 Institute, among other venues. “Amsterdam”is such a beautiful piece. It was, in fact, written in the capital of the Netherlands…

  • sobhhï drops “finders keepers” single

    Dubai-based, UAE artist sobhhï returns with another beautiful single titled “finders keepers”. The song is taken from his upcoming RED II EP. This project is the follow-up to his debut, RED I which came out about three months ago. You will feel the gifted hands of Mike Bozzi on the track as he did master…

  • Watch Yasmin Ray’s “Gravity” video

    Canadian singer Yasmin Ray has revealed the video for her single, “Gravity”. The independent artist released a project in the form of her Blank Canvas EP. She had traveled to the American city of Atlanta to record this project. There, she worked with a number of great produces. The album was fronted by the lead…

  • Watch Monarchy’s video for “mid:night”

    Monarchy have released the and (and video), “Mid:Night”. The London-based, Australian Duo have already gained over 2 million streams for their previous track, “Hula Hoop 8000”. The Albert Van Stokkum-directed video features actress Ana Rujas.   This new release is the lead single and title track of their upcoming new album. It is scheduled to drop…