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  • CueBrick -“United” feat. The Future is Mine

    Cuebrick has a new track out, it’s “United”. The electro-pop single is done as a collaboration with The Future is Mine. The song sends us the testament message that music is universal and it has the potential to connect all humans. Cuebrick is a German DJ-cum-producer who first gained prominence three years ago with his debut single,…

  • Fionn Soothes you with “Skeleton”

    Twin sisters Alanna and Brianne Finn-Morris go by the creative moniker, Fionn. Creating a dynamic duo, they have been doing great work writing songs. This lead them to signing with 604 Records last year. They have now just released a new record, “Skeleton”. Produced by Louise Burns, the track addresses appearance and acceptance. “Skeleton is…

  • British duo Misunderstood debuts with “Ghetto style” single

    “Ghetto Style” is the just released official debut single by British R&B pop duo, Misunderstood. Misunderstood comprises South-East London artists Stephan Benson and Jeff Okyere. Although this is their official record release, they have been in this as supporting acts to big names like Boyz II Men. Maegan Cottone co-wrote the song with them. Maegan has…

  • Caleb Ford -“Feels Like Rain”.

    We share with you Caleb Ford‘s new record, “Feels Like Rain”. With a powerful composition which reinforced with a lovely set of vocals, the song has all the hallmarks of a masterpiece. It is taken off his just-released first solo album, A World Unknown. The LP was produced by Motor City Josh. Infusing influences of roots rock,…

  • B Wise wants to “Feel Something” [Video]

    B Wise releases a music video, one for his “Feel Something” single. The song premiered last week on Triple J’s Good Nights. The song appeals to party-loving teens who have the urge to chase away the boredom. The track was produced by The Husssh and DOPAM!NE. In it, B Wise showcases his storytelling ability and…

  • Rochester -“Good Vibes” feat. EMG [video]

    Canadian artist Rochester has just released the video to his summer single, “Good Vibes”. Featuring EMG, the song has clip has been eagerly awaited. The track was produced by K-Fresh. Infusing pop sounds into a dancehall sound, the song quickly became a fan-favorite and an unofficial summer anthem for Toronto. Since last December, Rochester has…

  • Top African Music Blogs to Check out

    Blogs are a major avenue for African people to consume music. With music streaming on a growth trajectory, such blogs have become even more influential and handy. These blogs either embed music for streaming or upload tracks for downloads. In compiling this list, we considered relevance, scope, traffic and influence. 1. Pan African Music With…

  • Starlarker -“That Good Love” feat. Raven Reii & Beenie Man

    Jamaican Dance-hall music heavyweight Beenie Man and Swedish singer-songwriter Raven Reii are featured on a new record, “That Good Love” by production duo Starlarker. This is the first single by Starlarker. Raven, a multi-instrumentalist provides unique vocals that evoke sensuous emotions. Furthermore, with Grammy-winner Beenie Man brought in, the song leaps to international status. “Flipping the good…

  • Bangtime Le Rock – “Lazy” feat Reeko.

    Bangtime Le Rock releases new record, “Lazy”. The track features Reeko. Produced by Bruce Wayne, the song has that heavy trap sound. He goes hard in the flow while also adding a great hook to it. The song is…well, all about getting that money. Bangtime had released a new project, Bangtime Le’ Marco EP. You can…

  • Hear “Aarti” by ShiShi

    Indian-American producer ShiShi dropped a new track, “Arti” on October 19th. This was in line with the celebrations of Diwali. The song is inspired by Bollywood, the Indian film industry and carries with it a lot of energy. It is ShiShi’s second release and he decides to infuse into the sound, a traditional Indian percussion and uplifting…

  • John Soul – “I Still Wonder”

    John Soul is the creative moniker for Swedish artist, Johan El-Khoury. The 23-year old musician-producer has dropped a new record, “I Still Wonder”. This follows up his previous releases like “I Don’t Care” and “Love Yourself”. He self-produced this new track. “I still Wonder”, is an trap-soul record with a very powerful vocal work. With…

  • Listen to “Don’t Stop The Beat” by Jocks

    Indie pop band JOCKS have been here for some time now. Last year they re-emerged with a new sound. They had previously been known for their folk music. They derive influence from the likes Carly Rae Jepsen. As drummer Phil Haas says, “I like to have fun”, the band has been experimenting. Now they seem to…

  • Scepaz n Bhoky101 – “Honour” feat. Texta, Hoktwo & D [Video]

    Australian stable, Sub Conscious Records has released a new piece, “Honour”. The song has Scepaz n Bhoky101 featuring Texta, Hoktwo and DJ Maniak in a cypher-like, bar-after-bar rap. The record comes with simple but lively video. It is lifted off (and the second single from) The Last Temptation, an upcoming project by Scepaz & Bhoky101. It…

  • Tunde Olaniram Is “Hungry” To Taste Your Heart

    In a new single release, Tunde Olaniram pushes his voice to uncharted limits. With an element of unsettling darkness, “Hungry” invites a visceral feeling.  The song opens with the line: “Open my mouth to start / Hungry to taste your heart” He says this is an expression of an urgent primal desire. He continues to…

  • Michael Oakley -“California” feat. Missing Word [Video]

    Michael Oakley has just released the video for “California”. The song is a leak off his new album, California. The song features Missing Words and carries his signature beats and ethereal synthesizers.  A Glasgow, Scotland native, the indie/electro artist has crafted an innovative style. Oakley works Pete Maher in this project. Watch the video for “California”.

  • LethalBlessedJay – “Brain”

    LethalBlessesJay releases “Brain”. The song has a smooth flow and the accompanying hook is good. With a laid back attitude, the song manages to come out as lively. He says he was inspired to write this considering his realization that money attracts “finer things in life”. Mostly, however, it attributes his money-relationship issues. The record…

  • Watch the illustrative video for “Sugar Don’t Be Sweet” by Jaz Karis

    “Sugar Don’t Be Sweet” is a powerful song which is taken off Jaz Karis‘ debut, Into The Wilderness EP. The project has just been released via Salute The Sun Records. The 5-track EP features a number of artists including Sillkey and Blue Lab Beats. The 19-year old South London artist takes advantage of her powerful vocals and…

  • Neak releases new single, “B.M.P”

    Chicago-based rapper and Producer Neak returns with “B.M.P”. In light of the divisive politics currently being witnessed in the United States and other regions, he strives to force in some sanity. B.M.P is an acronym for Black Male Plight. He attempts to candidly put things into perspective in this heavily lyrical piece. With Hip Hop as the…

  • IMAG€ is Talking “Hood Dreams” [Video]

    With “Hood Dreams”, IMAG€ lets us into the mindset of a child born into a broken family. At least, that is according to him. The New Zealand rapper, who has become known for his heavy lyricism continues to do his thing, seemingly unperturbed by the variation to the Hip Hop sound. He keeps it pure…

  • Belle Mt return with “Let Me”

    London-based outfit Belle Mt release a new song, “Let Me”.  The three-piece band will have their first 12 tracks released on a 6-week single-release cycle. This song is a collaboration between the lead singer, Matt Belmont and Nashville producer, Femke Weidema. Belle Mt has a focus on music with a heartfelt touch. It is comprised of…

  • Jubel share their “Illusion” with us in a new song featuring Neimy

    Swedish music outfit Jubel release a new song, “Illusion”. They had made it their mission to warm up people’s hearts, and hopefully bodies too, with a string of feel-good music. They mix elements of electro with a bit of organic sounds. In “Illusion”, they collaborate with singer-songwriter, Neimy to give us that rare feeling that juxtaposes…

  • PLYA will be “Thinking Of You” [New Single]

    PLYA is a UK music trio composed of Spanish vocalist Julia Sykes, guitarist Chris Taylor and William Brown. They release a new single, “Thinking Of You”, which is lifted off their upcoming album. It is a perfect song for a late-night drive. Problem is, it can get you missing everyone who is currently not in…

  • M.I Abaga -“You Rappers Should Fix Up Your Life”

    Well, for those who believe that M.I Abaga is the best rapper out of Nigeria, they just got one more reason to justify their claim. In this new track, the M.I goes hard, spitting truth. He says that the Nigerian emcees should stop shifting to the Afro-pop lane just to get more fame. Well, I…

  • Alex Charles -“Do You Still Think Of Me?”

    Singer Alex Charles goes soulful in his new release, “Do You Still Think Of Me?”. Self-composed, the song carries with it the emotions infer-able from the title. Alex’ vocals further does the song much justice. With great songwriting, the song is quite easy to relate to. In a world where love is almost the most…

  • Beth Mendes goes true in “Like Me” [Video]

    Musicians write break-up songs, some from creative inspirations while others drawing from personal experiences. With this new release “Like Me”, British singer songwriter Beth Mendes had other ideas. She crafts a melancholic pop song that makes you relate to a situation you may have not even gone through. With heart-wrenching, honest lyrics expressed through ethereal…

  • Jane XØ -“Let Me Down Easy” feat. LöKii

    Jane XØ releases her new track, ‘Let Me Down Easy’ . With an emotional vibe, it follows the release of ‘Love Me’ . Emerging straight from obscurity, she has now built an audience and attracted attention of the electronic music industry and blogs. She has crafted for herself, an ambient, floating signature sound, a blend of…

  • Danielle Deckard -“Happy” [Video]

    Sydney-based singer/songwriter Danielle Deckard has an upcoming album that is scheduled for release next year. To get things rolling, she releases the first single off the project. “Happy” is the title of the song. It expresses that feeling of being unsure of the future and your place in it, something she says is common with…

  • The Spinshots out with,”Seven Bullets, One Gun” off upcoming EP

    The Spinshots are an Amstedam-based, 7-piece band. The Dutch outfit was founded by Martin Draax who dreamt of a band that came through a crack in reality from an obscure world. With influences from around the world, they value music from both the past and the present. Seven Bullets, One Gun will be their debut…

  • Listen to “Timezones” by the duo, MANILA GREY

    MANILA GREY is a Filipino-Canadian duo. They just collaborated with Vancouver producer azel north to release a new work, No Saints Under Palm Shade EP. It a 6-track project. The two a childhood friends Soliven and Neeko. We share with you, “Timezones”, a track off the EP. With a great trap sound, the duo ensure…

  • Bruno Martini, Timbaland -“The Road” feat. Johnny Franco

    Brazilian pop-star vocalist and producer Bruno Martini just teamed up with Timbaland for a new single, ‘Road’.  The track is released with a video to it and features Johnny Franco. On this, they infuse Bruno Martini’s electronic sound with elements of country and blues. The result is a great dance-pop record. With his previous release, ‘Never Let Me Go’ being certified…

  • Listen to “Milele” by Agolla

    Kenyan up and coming musician Agolla has released her new record, “Milele”. She is an Eldoret-born, Nairobi-based singer-songwriter who started singing as early as her primary school days. Although she just went professional last year, she’s already got industry attention. Agolla is currently one of this year’s Safaricom Blaze Heroes. She infuses that acoustic guitar…

  • Damien Rice – “Rootless Tree (Andy Gruhin cover)”

    Andy Gruhin does put his soul in his creative pieces. In this new release, the singer does a cover to Damien Rice’s “Rootless Tree”. The song featured Lisa Hannigan. Andy is an indie-alternative musician from D.C. The original song was done couple of years back and was one of the best doing indie records of…

  • Datta Boy – “A Wave Of My Own” feat. Ronny Bueller [Video]

    Datta Boy and Ronny Bueller finally drop the visuals for their “A Wave Of My Own” single, which we had featured weeks ago. Not only is the rap decent, the song has a chill vibe and the video’s simplicity adds priceless value to the song. With the wave of trap music, Datta Boy feels he…

  • Duhon will have you on your feet with “Sideways”

    With this new single “Sideways”, Duhon had his eyes fixated on massive radio airplay. With an easily dance-able tune, fit for the summer or otherwise, the song will keep you on your feet. The 20-year old singer is from Menifee, United States. He has been regularly releasing new material with his latest being “Ride or…

  • Diamant Ballou features Shumba Maasai in “Wonderboy (AM)”

    24-year old singer-songwriter Diamant Ballou releases “Wonderboy (AM)” single. The song features Shumba Maasai who sneaks in some decent bars. The song follows a feature she made on Young Mergs’ “Swimming Thoughts”. The two are both part of Plus TRBE, the label. “I wanted to tell a love story and explore my feelings towards innocent…

  • Jhyve is also “Human” in new single

    Jhyve follows up his “Feel Something” hit with another great record, “Human”. “Feel Something had made it to the Spotify’s Viral Top 50 Chart in Canada. This new composition is an emotional potent song. The self-written song has him addressing a messy breakup situation, one where he appears to be the one on the wrong. have…

  • Dana is back with “Ooh Wee”

    R&B artist Dana is back with a fresh single, “Ooh Wee”. The song is another dedication to his female fans, a group that just can’t have enough of his music. The quite song is short, probably to leave us anticipating even more of Dana. His vocals are great as usual and the production so soothing.…

  • Listen to Dinachi’s “Fresh Love”

    Dinachi is a London-based Nigerian singer-songwriter who’s just released a new single “Fresh Love“. It is an amazing jazz-folk song driven by her soulful vocals and is taken off her upcoming debut album, Parables. The project is scheduled for release on 25th October. “Fresh Love encapsulates the feelings, thoughts and emotions that go hand in hand with…

  • Stigmata Party -“Whoop Whoop” feat Flip da Scrip [Video]

    Turkish rappers duo Stigmata Party collaborates with legendary Hip Hop group Flip Da Scrip in a new song “Whoop Whoop”. The song is an infusion of Caribbean-dancehall flavor into an Afro-electro sound. The track was produced by Stefario. Flip da Scrip is a Dutch formation founded by rapper Cooly. He and rapper glaze then became…

  • Ant Beale Returns With “Away Forever” single

    Ant Beale is a Jersey rapper who is currently popping hot. In his just released new single “Away Forever”, Beale however prefers to be called a popstar. All that debate aside,this song has all the elements of an anthem. It is a perfect mix of catchy hook and exciting flow, while having a great melody.Considering…

  • Refeci -“Heat” feat Be Jules

    Scandinavian pop scene is buzzing with new great releases and one record label is deeply involved. Disco:wax releases another single, “Heat” by an 18-year old artist, Refeci. This song proves that the upcoming Danish producer is ready to join the commercial space. With powerful vocals of Be Jules, the song infuses gentle guitar riffs into…

  • Soul Messengers -“Whiplash” [Video]

    Sidney-based, Australian band Soul Messengers releases the video for “Whiplash”. The song is taken off their latest album, Vision & Faith. As if to justify their name, they gave the LP a feeling of warmth while still maintaining a groovy taste. Soul Messengers consists of vocalist/guitarist Rich Aljinovic, guitarist Simon Morel, Hadi on the the…

  • Listen to “Nicole” and “Pairadice” off Acting Natural’s self-titled EP

    Acting Natural is a young Florida music trio. They have a new, self-titled EP, Acting Natural which is already out. Consisting of members who are each a multi-instrumentalist artist, the band was formed while they were 13 years of age. Lead singer and guitarist Eric Carnevale, bass guitarist/vocalist, James David Maney and drummer/vocalist Jesse Leonard…

  • Nod Steady -“The Craft” feat. Son Of Light & Annikind

    Producer Nod Steady releases a new single, “The Craft”. This hardcore rap masterpiece features Norwegian Hip Hop musician Son of Light who delivers a set of smooth flowing, reflective bars.  Annikind’s back-up vocals and Sam Irons’ adept playing of the guitar adds a pinch of flavor to the song. “It’s hard to believe, and if …

  • Listen: Louis Futon – “Royal Blood” feat. Keiynan Lonsdale

    As a follow up to his soulful single, “Rewind” that he created with Ashe and Armani White, Louis Futon is back with a new tune. “Royal Blood” is the title of the track, itself a collaboration with upstart vocalist Keiynan Lonsdale. Lonsdale’s impassioned vocals perfectly complement Futon’s dense production. Louis hopes to continue on his…

  • Cassidy Shooster -“Waste”

    “Waste” is a new single released by 17-year old singer-songwriter, Cassidy Shooster. She has over the past six months done original songs for her debut Introspection EP. Released and distribued to all streaming services via Kobalt’s AWAL platform, “Waste” sees Shooster presenting her tale of heartbreak with a hue of maturity and a tint of…

  • Klangstof release Everest, the title track for upcoming EP

    Dutch indie-pop band Klangstof announced they will be releasing a new EP, Everest next month. In that spirit the outfit has dropped the first single, and the title track, off the project. DIYmag notes that “Everest” is a…..”slinky, stop-start track, ‘Everest’ sees the band chasing cleaner but weirder horizons, with vocal samples making the song feel vibrant and…

  • Yemi Alade – “Nakupenda (Swahili Version) feat Nyashinski [Video]

    The Swahili version of “Nakupenda” by Nigerian songstress Yemi Alade features Kenyan rapper Nyshinski. With a rhythmic beat, the song carries Yemi’s iconic melodies plus Nyashinski’s witty bars, reinforcing its place as one of the top Kenyan-Nigerian collaborations. Following their collabo in the Coke Studio where their did remix Nyashinski’s “Mungu Pekee” hit, they decided…

  • Cordelia & The Bufallo -“Tribe” [Video]

    Texas-based Mexican/American songwriter and producer Cordelia & The Bufallo has released the visuals for her “Tribe” single”.  In this new song, she drew inspiration from Mexican Indian and other tribes to give us  such a lovely song. Her love for their percussive instruments is portrayed here and the visually rich wardrobe work  helps paint her brand. “Tribe”infuses electronic…

  • Chrxtal releases “tbh…” single

    Chrxtal gets to share with us her latest alt-R&B release, “tbh…”. The song follows up the release of the project, A Poem for You in August. She releases “tbh…” in the spirit of celebrating her birth month. There is a way October babies feel quite attached to it, am just saying. This song showcases her…