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  • Koala Bar unveil their third album, Ingest ≈ Digest

    On December 2, Swedish indie rock band Koala Bar released their third album Ingest ≈ Digest. It arrived with the emotive focus track “The Carnival”. Speaking about the LP, the band noted: “As much as it’s an album about doubt and inadequacy, it’s also about the solidarity and hope that unites us”. They added, “We…

  • Aáyanna releases debut single, “Risky”

    It has been quite a bright start for Chicago-born, Atlanta-based US artist Aáyanna. Her debut single called “Risky” has been well received, which is not surprising, considering it’s such a bop. Produced by Juberlee and released on Avant Garden (the label which the singer has just signed to), “Risky” is a vibe. The catchy R&B song…

  • Paul Spring beguiles listeners with “Beetle On A Blade”

    “Beetle On A Blade” is a new song by singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer Paul Spring. Characterized by fascinating melodies, the single is taken from his upcoming album titled Thunderhead. That project melds medieval melodies with electronic sounds to create a unique listening experience. “Beetle On A Blade” encapsulates Paul’s style. I’ve been listening to this…

  • Ché Aimee Dorval reveals “Loveless” video

    There is a new album by Canadian artist Ché Aimee Dorval that is scheduled for a January 19 release. The album is named The Crowned. The song “Loveless” which was released together with a music video two weeks ago is part of that upcoming LP; it’s the third single. “’Loveless’ is about giving your love…

  • Hear the song “break up with that guy.” by Virginia To Vegas

    “break up with that guy.” is a new single from US-born Canadian artist/producer Derik Baker (also known as Virginia To Vegas). It is a sweet and hooky pop tune. The fun, flirty song brims with contagious melodies. “break up with that guy.” was originally written for Band Camino but Baker loved it so much that…

  • Stream Santino Le Saint’s NO MORE ICONS? EP

    Emerging London R&B sensation Santino Le Saint has a new EP titled NO MORE ICONS?. Out via the label Cloud X, it’s a statement release questioning the current state of the music industry. Le Saint is letting the music speak for itself. As a listener, you can only appreciate his enormous talent. The artist has…

  • Mia Delamar is back with new single & video, “Silly”

    21-year-old artist Mia Delamar did share a playful new single named “Silly”. Paired with an exuberant video, the song is reminiscent of R&B music of the 2000s. “Silly” pays tributes to that era, both musically and visually. “I heard the beat and the melody for the hook came to me right away. All I heard…

  • Luzzey reveals new video, “Darkside (Like I Do)”

    Luzzey is a London-based artist with Guyanese and Jamaican heritage. Gifted with a sterling voice, the singer has already showcased this in his first three singles. The latest is called “Darkside (Like I Do”. “Darkside (Like I Do” is an R&B-influenced romantic song imbued with warm tropical vibes. “The record expresses how you will do…

  • Rapper Chvnge Up reveals new song, “Rolling”

    The latest from hip hop artist Chvnge Up is a song called “Rolling”. It is an introspective and contemplative piece written on the tail-end of a breakup. “Rolling” details the status of the rapper’s mental health. His lyrics go deep as he delivers thought-provokingly over a soulful, lo-fi instrumental. Listen to “Rolling” and follow Chvnge…

  • Hear Bad Flamingo’s latest song, “Fiddle”

    Bad Flamingo have served up a new single. Called “Fiddle”, it is another enchanting piece from the masked duo. “Fiddle” bears Bad Flamingo‘s signature alt-folk/Americana sound. The bluesy guitars are punctuated by rhythmic percussion. While the music feels upbeat and the vocals sultry, the lyrics exhibit honest vulnerability. Listen to “Fiddle” and get to connect…

  • B O K E H shares “withdrawals from your body”

    Berlin-based New Zealander B O K E H (birth-name Chloë Lewer) begins the rollout of her debut album with the unveiling of first single “withdrawals from your body”. This is an inviting indie-pop track with a dreamy, cinematic feel. The song is a fervent expression of longing. The artist says “it’s about waiting, wishing, craving…

  • Introducing XL Syndicate; listen to “Long Way”

    XL Syndicate is a US-based outfit whose R&B/pop sound borrows heavily from the members’ Caribbean upbringing. The duo’s first single is an infectious tune called “Long Way”. The song’s production is brilliant and blends synths and melodies. Great vocals overlie the delightful instrumentation. “Long Way” is so fun and flirty; you’ll vibe along. Listen and follow XL…

  • BRKN BLVD joined by Stacey Kelleher for “Drive Away” duet

    Here is a new bop that should find a place in your playlist. The song is called “Drive Away” and is a duet pairing New York pop newcomer BRKN BLVD and Nashville singer-songwriter Stacey Kelleher. It is an uplifting piece about having someone whom you can always rely on to pick you back up. The…

  • Stream Mikano’s new EP, Akwa II

    Paris, France-based rapper Mikano shared a new EP called Akwa II a few weeks ago. “Tell a Lie”, one of the nine tracks on the project, has received an awesome accompanying video. That visual was directed by Férina. Akwa II is generally an exhibition of Mikano’s striking lyrical prowess and impressive flows. CAMO and Tripa…

  • Fatoumata Diawara collaborates with Damon Albarn on “Nsera”

    Malian songstress Fatoumata Diawara has announced a new album, with its first single “Nsera” out now. The track features UK musician Damon Albarn, who co-wrote, co-produced, played keys and sung on it. “Nsera” was released in the company of a colorful video which takes you on a journey to Africa. ‘Nsera’ means ‘destination’ in the…

  • Emi Secrest reckons that “Diamonds are Pressure”; listen to her new song “DAP”

    A Memphis-native currently residing in Los Angeles, Emi Secrest is a true vocal powerhouse. The soul singer-songwriter has, over the years, provided backup vocals for various big-name acts. Of course, she delivers her own projects too. Her latest song “DAP” serves as the lead single from her upcoming project. “DAP” or ‘diamonds are pressure” is…

  • Rozette delivers “Salt In The Water” single

    Singer-songwriter and vocal coach Rozette (also known as Jenn Beaupré) has a new single named “Salt In The Water”. It sees the Calgary-based Canadian artist flexing her vocals over a glossy, soulful pop track. Written alongside Sarah Boulton and producer Mike Schlosser, the song emphasizes the human need for love and a safe space. “Salt In The…

  • Listen: Pastel x Nic Hanson – “Zoomin’”

    “Zoomin’” is a lovely funk/pop jam from French/Polynesian songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Pastel. It is a collaboration with American singer Nic Hanson. The song is about getting out at night, exploring and sharing energies with people. As the artists indicate, a similar vibe was experienced in the studio during the creation process. “Zoomin’” is great tune…

  • STR4TA present STR4TASFEAR album

    Gilles Peterson and Jean Paul Maunick, who make music together as STR4TA, released their sophomore album at the beginning of November. The album is titled STR4TASFEAR ad was released on Brownswood Recordings. It arrived with the focus-track, “(Bring On The) Bad Weather”, which features another UK duo, Anushka. Throughout the LP, you are treated to…

  • Listen to iimini nentsuku album by South African singer Thando Skwatsha

    Thando Skwatsha is a talented singer and songwriter from South Africa. He got to showcase his lyrical, vocal, as well as multi-lingual abilities on his debut album, iimini nentsuku. The LP carries 12 great songs, including the lead single, “isaziso”. That soulful track was released together with a beautiful music video. iimini nentsuku’ (which means…

  • VAVO enlist Clara Mae for their “Take Me Home” song

    Dance-pop duo VAVO recently released a new single, “Take Me Home”. Out on KESS Records, this record features vocals of Swedish songwriter and superstar-vocalist Clara Mae. “Take Me Home” is a delectable and zestful house tune created for the dancefloor. Its hummable, tropical-tinged melodies come alive next to Clara’s delightful vocals, with the result bringing…

  • Johnny Burgos releases “Love Bird” single

    Johnny Burgos‘ latest track “Love Bird” was released on Bright Basement Records. This single marks the Brooklyn-based American musician’s first release on the label. “Love Bird” is a sweet slice of retro-soul. The song is about allowing someone you love to be free. Johnny says, “Co-produced by Supremo Massiv, ‘Love Bird’ came from acknowledging that…

  • veggi releases new EP called PRODUCE

    Californian producer veggi is celebrating his eclectic new sound on a new EP named PRODUCE. The 5-song project arrived with the aptly titled focus-track, “GROOVE”. This funky, groove-laden disco/pop tune features vocals of KALLITECHNIS (who also performs on “Bliss” alongside Pell) and Bipolar Sunshine. Other songs are “TASTE”, “LOVE” and “THRU THE MOTIONS”. Commenting about…

  • Melissa Lamm wants to be “Yours”; hear her new song

    Toronto’s Melissa Lamm is a talented artist and producer whose music feels bright and upbeat, even when her writing leans towards melancholic. In fact, that description best suits her latest single, “Yours”. The chill, melodious pop track expresses a yearnful feeling. Still, it’s everything but moody. I like the upbeat yet dreamy production and the…

  • Listen “To The River” by Red Rum Club [Video]

    Have you heard the latest single from Liverpool-based UK band Red Rum Club? The song is called “The River” and was released alongside a euphoric music video. “The River” is a folksy and nostalgia-inducing indie-rock jam. Its blissful vibe is well captured in the accompanying visual. Listen to “The River” and follow Red Rum Club…

  • Sean Dampte presents “Jejely” video

    Nigerian musician Sean Dampte released a new single called “Jejely”. Accompanied by a fun-loving music video, this song is all about good vibes. Musicially, “Jejely” combines amapiano rhythms, Afrobeat melodies and lively horns. It is infectious and invigorating. Sing and dance along to “Jejely” and follow Sean Dampte on Instagram.

  • Hear “Surely Goodness” by indie-folk singer Mandi Mapes

    Based out of the city of Nashville, Mandi Mapes is a talented singer-songwriter whose music style is indie-folk pop. She recently shared a new song which encapsulates her sound. The track is called “Surely Goodness”. “Surely Goodness” is an uplifting piece created as a reminder to appreciate the beautiful aspects of life. Mandi says, “I…

  • Here is “Pump It Up” by 3 Are Legend, Jaxx & Vega, Tujamo and Black & White Brothers

    What happens when you assemble a team of EDM heavyweights to remix a classic house tune? You get a banger. 3 Are Legend are a trio made up by Dmitri Vegas & Like Mike and Steve Aoki. For their new single, the three joined forces with Tujamo, Jaxx & Vega and The Back & White…

  • Cesc shares new single & video, “Letter to You”

    Spanish pop-rock artist Cesc Sansalvadó, also known as Cesc, has a new single named “Letter to You”. Written in form of an epistle, “Letter to You” is a song about passionate love and the contradictions, illusions, disappointments and doubts that sometimes accompanies it. The track ushers us into a new era in Cesc’s career; it’s…

  • Pop music roundup: 8 songs to add to your playlist

    Jordi – “Hate You” The single “Hate You” marks the debut for 19-year-old singer and dancer Jordi. It arrived about a week ago together with a music video directed by Nayip. “Hate You” is an emotional pop ballad created in collaboration with songwriters Riley Biederer and Nate Cyphert and producers Rob Grimaldi and Leo Mellace.…

  • Stream Da Chick’s Good Company album

    Portuguese rapper and musician Da Chick delivered her new album Good Company a little while back. The LP is called Good Company and carries eleven beautiful songs which straddle the line between hip hop and funk. Listening to Good Company, you get the warm, cozy feeling that Da Chick intended. The album arrived with the…

  • Watch “Guiding Light” video by Roots of creation and Arise Roots

    Roots of Creation band have a new single with Arise Roots. The inspiring reggae song is called “Guiding Light”. Released about a fortnight ago, it has since been accompanied by a beautiful music video. “Guiding Light” is heartfelt song about that true love which transcends life. Watch the”Guiding Light” video and connect with Roots of…

  • Emm Gryner returns with new song & video, “Valencia”

    Emm Gryner is an award-winning musician whose career spans decades. The Canadian singer-songwriter and instrumentalist is currently working on a new album leaning to pop music of the ’80s. That upcoming album is titled Business & Pleasure. First single “Valencia” finds a much revitalized Emm revelling in her new sound. Emm says, “In the pandemic,…

  • Frank Follows share debut single, “Like You”

    From Stockholm, Sweden arrives Frank Follows trio and their debut single “Like You”. It’s an indie-rock tune laden with hauntingly wistful melodies. “Like You” is a great candidate for that late-night-drive playlist. The track offers listeners a taste of what to expect on the Swedish outfit’s upcoming album titled Flight Thoughts. Frank Follows is made…

  • Here is the newest song from Annabel Gutherz; listen to “Interstellar

    Montreal-based singer and songwriter Annabel Gutherz has a new track called “Interstellar.” It arrived in the heels of the artist’s “Retrograde” single and offers another taste what to expect from her upcoming concept EP. “Interstellar” was produced by Dominique Messier. The song is about love and loss. Annabel explains, “In a relationship, many times you…

  • Stream Morabeza Tobacco’s new album, Shadow of the Cherry

    Morabeza Tobacco are a music duo from Stockholm, Sweden. The outfit is made up by Gustav and Vanilla. Their new album, Shadow of the Cherry, transports the listener to their typical studio sessions, which are driven by experimentation. Vanilla notes, “I think we’re more of a studio band than a live band for now. We don’t…

  • ECHLO presents an artful video for “One Man Show”

    “One Man Show” is the mesmeric new alt-pop track from ECHLO, the side project of Canadian singer Chloe Charles. Released earlier this month, the song now has an accompanying visual (see above). The artful video was created by Dr. Formalyst. “One Man Show” is about an egoistical man who thrives on romantic manipulation. ECHLO explains, “He…

  • Hear “Back to Sleep”, the new collab pairing Miles Away & Danni Carra

    Canadian electronic artist/producer Miles Away‘s latest release “Back to Sleep” is a collaboration with American vocalist Danni Carra — the two co-wrote and co-produced the song. “Back to Sleep” is an indie-dance tune brimming with delightful melodies. Danni’s sweet vocals combine smoothly with Miles Away’s delectable beats to create a totally irresistible earworm. The pair…

  • Welshly Arms share new song, “Proud” 

    Five years since the release of their debut EP, Welshly Arms have already become an established outfit in the American alt-rock scene, with tonnes of streams to their name. The Cleveland-based band are preparing a new album which is expected to drop early 2023. Their newest single “Proud” is lifted from that forthcoming LP. The…

  • Jon Swaii presents Paradise EP

    Jon Swaii is as introspective as they come. The hip hop artist and producer got to advance his lo-fi/boombap style on a new EP: Paradise. The project is 6 tracks and involves four features. On “Ego”, a chill, piano-led piece, Swaii joined forces with singer Bairi (other featured artists are Darius Forster, Dandy Benjamin and…

  • Listen to Melissa Marchese’s Mad Love album

    Hamilton-based, Canadian vocal powerhouse Melissa Marchese‘s debut album is here with us. The LP is titled Mad Love and carries seven beautiful Motown-inspired tunes. It arrived with the track “Sirens” and its accompanying video. “Sirens” is a horn-driven song reflecting on the dire need to treat climate change as an existential threat. Melissa explains, “The…

  • Watch Taz Conley’s “Game Night” video

    The latest offering from Brooklyn, New York rapper Taz Conley is the visuals for “Game Night”, a song which he released back in August. “Game Night” is a fun showcase of Conley’s gritty lyricism and smooth-yet-menacing flows. It lends energy to the fast-paced accompanying music video. The clip graphically depicts a night-out gone wrong. Watch…

  • quami.xyz joined by Viji on new single, “i wish i never had you”

    Canadian alt-R&B artist quami.xyz recently dropped a new tune named “i wish i never had you”. The alt. R&B song features singer Viji and was produced Ark Patrol, .Dru and Lecx Stacy. “i wish i never had you” dives into a relationship marred by distrust, with the two singer’s representing the two sides. “I think…

  • Jake Whiskin delivers self-titled album

    It has been a phenomenal rise for Leeds, indie-folk singer-songwriter Jake Whiskin. The artist’s self-titled debut album, out now, is a culmination of singles such as “Drive You Home” which showed us just how talented he is. Jake Whiskin is 11 tracks long and was released via Dance To The Radio, the label with which…

  • Chuuwee releases new album; stream Dio.

    Sacramento, California rap mainstay Chuuwee released his new album, Dio., on November 4 via Below System Records. The LP arrived alongside “Lineage”, the Rich ICY-produced focus-track. Earlier, Chuuwee dropped singles such as “Immortal” and “MoonShine”, both of which were accompanied by music videos. It’s another great record from the lyrically gifted artist. Stream Dio. on…

  • Allison Leah shares the weight of my heart EP

    Finally, here is Allison Leah‘s debut EP, the weight of my heart. This 6-song collection was released together with the single “constellations”. the weight of my heart had been preceded with singles such as “what i’m missing” and “sorry for myself“. Wholly, the EP is an exhibition of the Nashville singer-songwriter’s beautiful sonic palette. Her…

  • Blacksmith and Skinnyman evaluate the “Price Of Love”

    Emcees Blacksmith and Skinnyman represent two generations of UK rap. The former did feature the latter on a new track intriguingly titled “Price Of Love”. With production from New York’s Statik Selektah, this song evoke classic hip hop vibes. About the song, Blacksmith shares, “‘Price Of Love’ as a song talks about the amount of…

  • Begonia reveals new video, “Right Here”

    Canadian pop singer Begonia‘s new single “Right Here” is simply exquisite. The silky-smooth track arrived in the company of a stunning music video directed by Eric Peterson. “Right Here” has a sweet, lighthearted feel. Lyrically, it is confessional. Begonia reveals, “‘Right Her’ is a love song for all my friends. The Matts (Schellenberg & Peters),…

  • Mike Baretz is back with new song “Wrong”

    A couple of months ago, Mike Baretz shared “Take It That Way“, a song which I found amazing. The emerging US artist and producer is back with another one. The new single is called “Wrong”. It’s an atmospheric pop track that incorporates a gently plucked acoustic guitar. In his own words, Baretz says, “Wrong: for…

  • Hear “Crave” by singer-songwriter Dylan Dunlap

    “Crave” is the newest single from Los Angeles-based American singer-songwriter and producer Dylan Dunlap. It is an emotionally gripping folk-pop piece. “Crave” features brooding lyrics, delicate guitar melodies, and, of course, Dylan’s phenomenal voice! The musician also shared a stripped-back, acoustic performance which you can watch below. Listen to “Crave” and get connected with Dylan…