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  • Listen: Sarah Klang – “Left Me On Fire”

    Only two singles into her career, Sarah Klang has already grabbed attention of many a listener with her melancholia. Her debut single ”Sleep” was released in 2016 and early 2017 ”Strangers” hit the streaming services. She is back with a new single “Left Me On Fire”, a great ballad from a powerful voice. “Left Me On Fire”…

  • Rock -“Wishin” feat. Kuniva

    For the latest release off the Rockness A.P LP, Rock teams up with Kuniva (from D12) for the Pascal Zumaque-produced banger, “Wishin.”

  • Chris Tall X Maydar -“Lucy (Sun Goes Up)”

    “Lucy (Sun goes up)” is the new summer record released by Sweden’s Chris Tall and features female vocalist-songwriter Maydar. The record is out courtesy of electro-acoustic label The Grëat Music.

  • “I Want It”, I Am Kevo declares in a track featuring Hono

    Grab a listen to this new, energetic release by I Am Kevo. “I Want It” features Hono.

  • TuCups -“iHear” [off Mixed Emotions tape]

    TuCups released an awesome project, Mixed Emotions. Listen to “iHear”, a track included in the project. Sample the whole of Mixed Emotions here on Soundcloud.

  • Leo Stannard X Nathan Ball -“All We Do” [Live In-Studio Video]

    Leo Stannard reveals the second track from his forthcoming EP Leo Stannard & Friends (Live At RAK). The song is a cover of Oh Wonder’s “All We Do” and features Nathan Ball. 

  • Nova and LO Don’t Want To “Go There” in new release

    Future wave songstress NOVAA and songwriter LO are preparing and exciting album, Lights. In maintaining the momentum gearing to the release, the duo release the third single “Go There”. “Go There is about empty promises and letting go of someone that doesn’t really want you. It’s the moment you realize that you’re put on hold…

  • N.W. Izzard -“Gypsy Woman”

    N.W. Izzard is a rock trio consisting of Florida guitarist/singer/songwriter Nicholas William Izzard, drummer Tyler Watts and bassist Nathan Ranew. Balancing between righteousness and the mysticism that surrounds the voodoo culture, they’ve come to represent the resurgence of the blues. Listen to their latest single, “Gypsy Woman” which features Isaac Corbitt.

  • Franklin Deleano features Mendoza in his debut, “Back To Him” [Aipate Premiere]

    ‘Back To Him’ is the debut release from Franklin Deleano, a Danish artist launching his solo career after producing a number of hits for other groups. Upcoming star vocalist Mendoza provides vocals. The song is flawlessly produced with Deleano’s hypnotic, emotionally-charged beats perfectly complimenting Mendoza’s powerful vocal performance. A collaboration of two young stars in…

  • Listen to “Sun” by Singaporean outfit The Steve McQueens

    The Steve McQueens is Singapore-based Neo-Soul outfit. The band released a new single “Sun”. The track sits second in their upcoming album TERRAЯIUM (pronounced ‘terrarium’). “We started writing Sun during a soundcheck. We were in the studio that day for a session, and the music happened pretty organically. I love how the natural environment gives us…

  • Laena Has Been Waiting For “This Moment”

    21-year old singer-songwriter Laena debuts with an R&B single, “This Moment”. Inspired by the likes of Aaliyah, Jill Scott and Erikah Baduh, this song highlights her great vocal potential.

  • HIDDN -“Carbon Monoxide” feat. Julia Ross

    Producer HIDDN teamed up with the georgous Julia Ross to give us a new single, “Carbon Monoxide” which is part of HIDDN’s forthcoming debut album Out Of The Shadows. Taking your breath away with its sublime arrangement, huge sub bass and Julia Ross’ airy vocals, this super cut shows the full extent of HIDDN’s production prowess.

  • manILLa -“I Love You” [Video]

    “I Love You” is the second promotional single off an upcoming mixtape, Thriller in manILLa by Kenyan artist manILLa.

  • Listen to “Relief” by She’s My You

    “Relief” is the second single from the upcoming EP from She’s My You.  The outfit debuted with an energetic and bouyant “Bridges”. Their new release offers a more relaxing listen and addresses the intrinsic turmoil of trying to avoid the point-of-no-return in a relationship but knowing that the ship is inevitably going down. Watch the…

  • The Ultimate Top 10 Kenyan Hip Hop Musicians of 2017

    Aipate published 2015’s ultimate Kenyan Hip Hop acts and a year later followed it up with the 2016 list. Since then, Aipate’s Hip Hop lists have become so influential that we have had industry tastemakers anticipating the 2017 list. So it’s that time again. I am well aware that no list will ever be accepted by…

  • Willy Paul -“Jigi Jigi” [Video]

    New video by Gospel sensation Willy Paul. Watch “Jigi Jigi”

  • Trippy Trip -“Memory Lane” feat. Sirweah [video]

    Trippy Trip is a rapper from South Jersey.  He released a new single “Memory Lane” featuring Sirweah. Watch the video.

  • Larry Hustle feat. Jordan Mansion -“Hunned calls” [Video]

    “Hunned Calls” is about Larry Hustle‘s recent success drawing attention from people who never truly cared for him before. From evictions through his childhood to a homeless shelter. The song is a bouncy but authentic track about how sometimes people only want to support you when they feel it will benefit them.

  • Morgxn -“xx”

    morgxn’s sultry new video for his single “xx” is finally revealed. The visuals take viewers through a dimly lit, sensual, high-energy dance party as morgxn’s smooth falsetto fills the room. The video is directed by MOSES, who also worked with morgxn on his iconic “home” video.

  • BVRGER -“Cyberlove”

    Rome-native BVRGER is back with a new track “Cyberlove”. https://soundcloud.com/bonfirerecords/cyberlove

  • Norwegian Caroline Høier Debuts With “Ocean” single

    Sometimes when you find yourself in a dark place in your life, you get the strength to move one. For musicians, they write songs about it. That is what Norwegian artist Caroline Høier did and the result is a powerful song, “Ocean” which she released as her debut single [August 25th]. “Ocean” calms the listener but…

  • Gamirez -“NaNa”

    Listen to “NaNa” by Gamirez. The pop song, with its trap base, manages to sound soulful. Gamirez’s good vocal delivery reinforces this as a possible anthem. Listen to the song    

  • King gets educative in “Ba9Ba9 Chicha”

    King Abid is back with “Ba9 Ba9 Chicha”, his latest single which is written in Tunisian and lightly addresses the problems associated with shisha smoking. https://soundcloud.com/kingabid/ba9ba9-chicha

  • OYO X Temple -“Powerless’

    Producer OYO teams up with emerging artist TEMPLE to release debut single “Powerless” The track has been expertly mixed by Dutch-born Thom Bridges who is the co-producer and remixer for ‘Yellow Claw’ and ‘Bassjackers’ and who has collaborated with Tiesto / DJ Snake / Tinie Tempah amongst many others https://soundcloud.com/discowaxpromotion/oyo-feat-temple-powerless    

  • Stess The Emcee X Ras Kass – “Gorilla Glue”

    Stess The Emcee teams up with the West Coast legend, Ras Kass for the latest track “Gorilla Glue”.

  • Deasia Hart -“Admit”

    Listen to “Admit” by Deasia Hart.

  • Datta Boy X Ronny Bueller -” A Wave Of My Own”

    Datta Boy and Ronny Bueller join forces to give us a new track,”A Wave Of My Own”. Not only is the rap decent, the song has a chill vibe.

  • Gallo is “A Little Bit Dangerous”

    Gallo is ” a little bit dangerous” in her new single. While you enjoy the track, mind your safety. “A Little Bit Dangerous” is a moody love letter warning anyone who’s about to make eye contact with you of the rough road ahead. It’s about knowingly wanting to have fun in lust with someone but…

  • Harrison Brome -“Body High” [Video]

    Harrison Brome shares the official music video for his latest single, “Body High”.

  • Rich Chigga -“Glow Like Dat” [Video]

    “Dat Stick” rapper Rich Chigga is back with a new song “Glow Like Dat”. The Indonesian artist, who is affiliated to music media company 88Rising, has been making waves for over a year now. Watch the video.

  • GO79MAN -“Make A Wish”

    Chicago rapper GO79MAN (pronounced “goldman”) releases a new record and asks you to “make a wish”. Birthday things.. Grab a blast of the song.

  • Aligo -“The Outlet” [Video]

    Listen to “The Outlet” video by Aligo.

  • The Devil’s Advocate: An album by Efficient

    Efficient finally released his debut album, The The Devil’s Advocate. The 14-track project would pass as a personal reflection but with an artistic twist. Different producers are involved in the LP. From “One More Day”, “Definition Of an Emcee” and even “Vanity:,  the songs takes you through the rapper’s world and mind. “Cold As Ice”…

  • Scotty Hamilton X Van Leeuwen – “Ride For Me” (Prod by 410

    Scotty Hamilton and  Van Leeuwen join forces to bring us “Ride For Me”, a song that would easily pass for a serenade. The track was produced by 410 https://soundcloud.com/okvanleeuwen/ride-for-me

  • Mylo Hebron -“On My Way”

    Listen to “On My Way” Mylo Hebron.

  • Boneage -“Troubles”

    Boneage is a duo from Moscow that is composed of sound producer Leo Vasilets and 22 year old Sonya Dramma. Listen to “Troubles”, a song off their new EP. https://soundcloud.com/boneagemusic/troubles

  • Cannabis Club ATL -“Boomin” [Produced by Metro Bioomin]

    Cannabis Club ATL drops a new single ‘Boomin’ and their new second album Retro Boomin. The project was produced by Metro Boomin. Retro Boomin will be available everywhere September 1st. Official Video Coming Soon (Behind the Scenes included)  

  • Stefan -“Vodka and Red Bull”

    Listen to “Vodka and red bull” by Stefan. https://soundcloud.com/stefanjselbert/stefan-vodka-and-red-bull

  • The Guestlist Are “Back To The Dream”

    The Guestlist is a six-piece rock band that has been making a name for themselves across airwaves and music venues. Listen to “Back To The Dream” by the Denver, Colorado-based outfit. https://soundcloud.com/the-guestlist-music/back-to-the-dream-single/

  • Aj and Bobby Reil- “Demons On The Night Shift”

    20 year-old duo of rappers AJ and Bobby Reil release a new song, “Demons On The Night Shift”

  • Kloë Shinn -“Cosmic” [Video]

    “Cosmic” is that pop song that feeds the soul. Both written and produced by artist Kloë Shinn, this record combines many different sonic elements that spark her inspiration and it’s a pure artistic moment straight from her heart.

  • Kaeyra -“Fountains Of Gold”

    Kaeyra, the 16-year old Chicago pop artist is out with “Foutains Of Gold” single off her new album of the same title.

  • Noya -“The Temptress” [Video]

    Watch “The Temptress” by Noya.

  • Listen to the “Purification Ritual” by Steve Benjamins

    Song: Purification Ritual Artist: Steve Benjamins

  • Norwegian Shuffle Baby with “Get That Gold” single

    “Get That Gold”, Bergen-based Norwegian artist Shuffle Baby’s third single is out today, 25th. Featuring cheeky distorted vocals, snappy synths and huge hard-hitting drums, the single displays influences from both Rival Sons’ catalogue and Bruno Mars’ 24K Magic album. Inspired by the shamelessness of 80’s pop rock, “Get That Gold” is an unapologetic flashy track;…

  • Livia Blanc -“Black Orpheus” [Cover]

    Brooklyn-based, French artist LIVIA BLANC follows the release of her first single “Amour Amour” with a sultry cover of Dalida’s “Black Orpheus.”

  • Dantes Asks “Who Do You Think You Are?”

    “who do you think you are?” is a special composition and record by Dantes. The strong vocals and beautiful clarinet work make this a unique R&B/Soul track with an interestingly positive message. Production by Engelwood and Dantes.

  • Nina Nesbitt -“The Moments I’m Missing” [Video]

    Nina Nesbitt finally releases the official video for “The Momenets I’m Missing“. The song has hit almost 1.7 million streams since its July release. Drawing inspiration from the song’s autobiographical lyrics, which paint a deeply personal portrait of Nina’s journey from childhood to music career to her first love, the video for ‘The Moments I’m…

  • Hume Reminds Us We Are “Human” in new song

    “Human” the new single from Nashville musician Hume, formerly a member of pop-punk band Hello Highway. “The song conceptually is about the solitary condition of being human and how we create a world within our own consciousness. We exist in an inner solitude that is linked to the nature of life itself.~ Hume says of…

  • Chantelle Defina -“Dirty Thoughts”

    Melbourne’s Chantelle Defina releases her flirtatious new single “Dirty Thoughts” today. “Dirty Thoughts” is a super catchy pop song blending the disco inspired guitar and bass of yesteryear with today’s modern electronic production and Chantelle’s undeniably unique and powerful vocals.