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  • “Tuki Tuki” by Pucho y Tucutu gets new remix

    Venezuelan duo Pucho y Tucutu released a massive tune called “Tuki Tuki” late last year. The song was created as a collaboration with Motiff and Gente De Zona. Recently, they unveiled a new remix featuring Willy William and Tony Succar. This new version is as energetic and was designed to invite listener to the dancefloor…

  • Abby Sage reveals “Pool Party” visual

    Canadian alt-pop princess Abby Sage is back with a new single called “Pool Party”. This one arrived in the company of an artful and sinister visual. The emerging Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter enlisted the services of Aidan Dick to direct the music video. Speaking about the song, she stated: “‘Pool Party’ is a metaphor for kids…

  • “Kowole” by Boylexxy is such a vibe; listen

    Nigerian-American singer Ayomide Alex Olanipekun (better known as Boylexxy) did capture the Afrobeat essence with his latest single, “Kowole”. The Lagos-born artist crafted a mid-tempo, melody-laden track that I can’t help but vibe along to. From the lyrics to the rhythm, “Kowole” feels smooth and seductive. On it, Boylexxy got to showcase his amazing vocal…

  • Rhys Tolhurst delivers new single & video, “Broken”

    Australian newcomer Rhys Tolhurst is working on a new EP that will be released early 2023. The first single “Broken” is now out. Actually, it’s the artist’s first release in a while. “Broken” is a melancholic and affecting ballad. “I wrote this over a few piano chords and a few drinks during Melbourne lockdown,” explains…

  • Goldie Scott returns with “Mista Mystery”; see video

    Goldie Scott is a new artist based out of New York City. The soul/pop singer has a new single called “Mista Mystery”. It is a 70s-inspired disco-pop track with a super funky bass groove. Goldie paired the song with an equally vintage visual directed and edited by Tony Vallés. “Mista Mystery” sounds so fun and…

  • Chimzy shares “Jo Funmi” featuring BOJ

    Chimzy is an Afro-fusion artist from Houston, Texas. His first release of 2022 arrived a while back in form of “Jo funmi”. The catchy song features London-born Nigerian star BOJ and was produced by Chalice Beatz. ‘Jo Funmi’ means ‘dance for me’ in Yoruba. This track’s amazing tempo makes it a perfect tune for those…

  • Here is Manda and Milan Gavris’ new anthem, “Crazy What Love Ca Do”

    “Crazy What Love Can Do” is a new tropical deep house anthem crafted by Romanian producer Manda. The romance-hinged song is a collaboration with singer Milan Gavris whose alluring vocals shimmer throughout. “Crazy What Love Can Do” is a great summer song. It was released on the label INAMEIT. The track is the latest offering…

  • Emily Jean Flack unveils “Goldie”

    Filled with blissful melodies, Emily Jean Flack‘s new song “Goldie” is so amazing. Listening to it, you will be wowed by the singer’s stunning voice and honest lyrics. “Goldie” is a bold song about throwing caution to the wind and just being yourself. The upbeat indie-pop track feels uplifting and energizing. As you give the…

  • Listen to Leonardo Davi’s newest song, “Breathe”

    Austria-based Brazilian artist Leonardo Davi recently released a new single. Named “Breathe”, it arrived on the label Global Rockstar. “Breathe” is an exuberant and refreshing pop tune which the 24-year-old terms as being “maybe my favorite one so far.” Davi stated: “The song is about a desire to have a special person by my side,…

  • Listen to Jodi Valentin’s “Why Did I Lose You”

    Singer Jodi Valentin‘s newest single “Why Did I Lose You” dropped on July 1. The upbeat and vibey track came packed with emotions and inviting pop melodies. While Jodi’s lyrics are rueful, her vocals feel quite warm. “Why Did I Lose You” is the quintessential summer bop — it offers a refreshing listen. As you…

  • Watch Garth. perform “Wild” as part of his new concert album Live, In Color

    The pandemic hugely impacted performing artists allover the world. For Brooklyn-based singer Garth., he reemerged with lots of energy which he then converted into a concert album titled Live, In Color. The collection involves performance of 13 tracks. Live, In Color was recorded/filmed at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn. “Wild” is one of the songs on…

  • LATENIGHTJIGGY goes “Nela” in new video

    Rising American-Trinidadian artist LATENIGHTJIGGY shared another Spanglish jam, “Nela”. It is the second official leak from his upcoming EP, Flavors 3 (due July 29). The Miami-based singer and rapper paired this song with an equally engrossing visual. “Nela” fuses elements Latin-pop, Afrobeat, R&B and hip hop. Its chill vibe goes well with LATENIGHTJIGGY’s seductive lyrics…

  • Hear Lorelei Marcell’s “Nothing Hurts Better” single

    Up-and-coming singer Lorelei Marcell is back with a sizzling new single, “Nothing Hurts Better”. She released this indie-pop track in readiness for her upcoming Stranger EP which drops on July 22. “Nothing Hurts Better” follows her collaboration with Canadian singer-songwriter The Grand Mess. This new song was created together with Gavin Hudner. Follow Lorelei Marcell…

  • Numa Edema returns with “Green Eyed Mary”; listen

    We have been following Numa Edema for the past year or so. We got introduced to his music through the single “Oslo“, Edema’s 2021 ode to his Norwegian hometown. Well, the uber-talented singer/songwriter has a new song that you really need to listen to. Named “Greed Eyed Mary”, the soulful track is relaxing and, generally,…

  • El Gant teams up with Ras Kass & Marco Polo on “Pageants”

    This coming September, New York emcee El Gant will be releasing an LP titled O.S.L.O. via his Rule By Secrecy imprint. You can now have a taste of what to come by listening to his newest offering, “Pageants”. This track saw El Gant once again link up with fellow lyricist Ras Kass. Marco Polo‘s boombap…

  • Nova May could “Set Your House On Fire”

    Since the launch of her solo career, Kent-born artist Nova May has taken the music scene by storm. In 2022 alone, she has dropped (and featured on) a couple of massive tunes. The young Brit’s latest single, “Set Your House on Fire”, is a blistering pop cut. It captures an explosive burst-up of anger towards…

  • TRP.P reveal Mirror Soul album and “Doin’ It For Me” video

    TRP.P (pronounced “TRIP-ee”) are a Toronto-based duo made up by Truss and Phoenix Pagliacci. Making a 90’s influenced brand of R&B/hip hop, the pair did showcase this on a new album called Mirror Soul. The LP arrived on June 24 alongside the video for the song “Doin’ It For Me”. I love all the songs,…

  • New Release Friday: songs out on July 8th, 2022

    The latest installment in Aipate‘s series of weekly roundups is here. Listen to this week’s New Release Friday playlist on Spotify and read about six of the songs below. Vanda – “MARIO” Los Angeles artist Vanda has a new single which she named “MARIO”. The booming electro pop jam is super infectious. Lyrically, “MARIO” details…

  • Listen: The Archer – “Let’s Not Interrupt (Keep On Dancing)”

    “Let’s Not Interrupt (Keep On Dancing)” is the newest offering from Los Angeles producer The Archer. Released on his label There Is A Light, the track follows his “Northern Star” single. Just like the title promises, “Let’s Not Interrupt (Keep On Dancing)” will keep your feet glued to the dancefloor. Plus, the vocals are thoroughly…

  • Listen to Floating EP by singer Benji Lewis

    Five tracks long, Benji Lewis‘ new EP, Floating, is so impressive. In making this amazing body of work, the Australian indie-pop singer-songwriter teamed up with Brisbane-based producer Tom Eggert. Floating arrived with the song “Dreamer”, having been preceded by the singles “Head Rush” and “Jump This Train”. The songs highlight the artist’s indie/alt pop style.…

  • Bigmanndrill and Astro present “UY video

    “UY” is a new urban anthem from Bigmanndrill (Venezuela) and Astro. Paired with an awesome video filmed out on the streets, it’s out via the label EKM Records. The club-ready track combines Caribbean dancehall with Afro Latin elements. Its creation involved experimentation and the result is truly brilliant. “UY” is a highy danceable tune. Find…

  • Pop music roundup: 10 songs that should be on your playlist

    RARIA – “Kill You Boy” Rising Melbourne singer RARIA has a new single named “Kill You Boy”. It is a fun, buoyant pop track about bringing your partner to meet your overprotective family. RARIA wrote the song as a lighthearted warning. In the accompanying visual, she cast her Italian extended family. RARIA says, “When thinking…

  • Sara Diamond releases new EP, SaraX

    Here is Canadian singer Sara Diamond‘s new EP, SaraX. The project which was produced by DJ Coco and Gage Brown saw the artist dive deeper into the R&B influences that characterized her beginnings. This EP focuses on themes such as love and relationships, with Sara getting to explore new aspects of her personality. Commenting about…

  • Emmitt Dupree returns with a stripped back version of “Hours Make Ours”

    A while back, Arizona-based singer and rapper Emmitt Dupree presented an acoustic version of his earlier hit, “Hours Make Ours”. While the original track featured hard-hitting hip hop drums, this cover version is highly stripped down, allowing the artist’s soulful vocals to take center stage. “Hours Make Ours (Acoustic)” is smooth, lush and so alluring.…

  • Stream Jada Kingdom’s New Motion EP

    Jamaican dancehall sensation Jada Kingdom finally got to unveil her New Motion EP. Preceded by singles “Dickmatized” and “Last Night“, the project was released together with the music video for new song “Fling It Back”. That visual was directed by Effy Kawira. “Fling It Back” is a dancefloor-filler for sure. The last track on the…

  • Mick Dimitri joined by Girl Named Tom on “Every Story”

    Both mesmerizing and stimulating, Mick Dimitri‘s new single “Every Story” showcases his undeniable talent. Dimitri is an Italian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. In making “Every Story”, he teamed up with American sibling trio Girl Named Tom. The track is stripped back, piano-driven and filled with gripping strings and vocal harmonies. It’s a beautiful piece indeed. And…

  • Listen to Sunset Avenue, the new album by Kid Travis

    On June 17, US artist and producer Kid Travis released a new album. This one is titled Sunset Avenue and contains twelve lovely tunes. Highlighted above is the vibey title-track, “Sunset Avenue”. Other songs on the album include previously released singles “where did u go?”, “Naive” and “Where You’re From“. For those who’ve been following…

  • Jenny JAM shares moving ballad, “My Letter To You”

    “My Letter To You” is a harrowing piece from London-born, LA-based soul-pop artist Jenny JAM. The track was released alongside a moving video. Jenny says that the song “is a ballad about a response to an unexpected, hurtful letter sent by my late father, before he passed away from lung cancer in 2014.“ She further…

  • Introducing Band of Pockets; hear “Changes”

    Swedish guitarist and composer J.O. Nilsson formed Band of Pockets in 2020. The project is a collaboration with Yona Marie, an American singer/songwriter. As an introduction to Band of Pockets, here is their newest song, “Changes”. The jazzy and soulful track embodies the outfit’s sound. “Changes” is a sweet and calming R&B jam. Listen to…

  • The Charles Géne Suite have released their debut album, Suite Nites

    South African alt-R&B outfit The Charles Géne Suite teamed up with talented singer Langa Mavuso and served “Before The Sun Comes Up”. With its dense arrangement and reverb-heavy instrumentation, the track feels ethereal. Langa’s soulful vocals sound in great harmony with the synths and melodies. “Before The Sun Comes Up” is actually part of the…

  • Listen to Maluma’s new album, The Love & Sex Tape

    Colombian Latin pop mainstay Maluma recently released a new album. The 8-song collection is called The Love & Sex Tape. It delves into topics ranging from love and heartbreak to lust and desire. Arriving with the album was the video for the Chencho Corleone-assisted focus track, “Nos Comemos Vivos”. “More than a decade into my…

  • The Degrees present new single, “Nothing Else”

    The Degrees are a newly formed neo-soul outfit made up by Isha Campbell and Charlie Bierman. The Bristol-based duo have a new song, “Nothing Else”. Out on the label Fallen Tree 1Hundred, it’s the follow-up to “All Said and Done” and “Need You”. This new song is heavy on groovy beats. “Nothing Else” thrives on…

  • “Bruk Up” is a new anthem by Professor Paws

    With his newest single “Bruk Up”, London-based artist Professor Paws delivered a summer hit. A nod to his African heritage, the song is afrobeat infused with elements of contemporary R&B and pop. It’s a delicious tune to play during those fun times. There is now an amapiano remix of “Bruk Up”. Listen to the two…

  • Listen to “Today” by Kowloon

    Los Angeles singer and multi-instrumentalist Kowloon released a new single last month. He called this one “Today”. The guitar-led song was written, played, recorded and mixed by Kowloon. It is a perfect song for that lazy afternoon on the beach. Listen to “Today” and follow Kowloon on Instagram.

  • Charlie P and Belén Natalí battle it out on O.B.F’s new video, “Chainsaw”

    French dub outfit O.B.F have a new album in the offing. First single “Chainsaw” features Charlie P and Belén Natalí, who hail from UK and Argentina, respectively. The music video finds the two artists being pitted against each other on the dancefloor. Out via Dubquake Records, “Chainsaw” is a massive tune. You can expect such…

  • Tremayne taps Backxwash and Charlie Noiir for “Daddy Issues (Stuntin like my Daddy)”

    “Daddy Issues (Stuntin like my Daddy)” is a new song by Tremayne. fello Canadian rappers Charlie Noiir and Backxwash are featured on this bass-heavy and hard-hitting track. The song explores the commonly toxic relationship between children and their fathers. “Daddy Issues (Stuntin like my Daddy)” mixes various influences to create a truly mesmerizing track. Follow…

  • Mojave Grey venture into new sonic territory with “Thunderbird”

    Mojave Grey, the band made up by Zander Bleck and Michael Pozzi, are back with a new sound. They did team up with EDM producer Dark Heart to create this hypnotic amalgam of desert rock and dance music. The first track “Thunderbird” is out. This, in fact, is the first single of Mojave Grey’s upcoming…

  • Niina Soleil yearns to escape in “Make It Summer” video

    Niina Soleil is a newcomer who, just recently, shared her second single, “Make It Summer”. An ode to the sunny season, the singer-songwriter paired the soulful track with a beautiful visual featuring some stunning horizons. Carla Dauden directed the music video Soleil’s airy vocals and dreamy instrumentation will help you escape your daily routines. This…

  • Stream Benjamin Carter’s new EP, Black Boys On The Radio: Part I

    Benjamin Carter is a singer-songwriter who was born in Florida. Aipate first featured him in 2019 when he released his his EP, Self_Portrait Vol 1. The artist has continued to grow, both personally and musically. His newest EP is called Black Boys on the Radio: Part I. It carries 5 songs, including the melodious title-track.…

  • Eljuri shares new song & video, “Espejo”

    Ecuadorian-born singer and instrumentalist Eljuri recently returned with another track. Self-produced and named “Espejo”, this is a funky yet lyrically profound disco-laced tune. The lyric ‘el mundo es un espejo/ la vida es una reflexión’ translates to ‘the world is a mirror, life is a reflection’. The track’s danceable groove complements Eljuri’s optimistic lyrics. “Espejo”…

  • NIGHTMÅNE will make you “REVIVE”

    “REVIVE” is the second single of the year for electro pop duo NIGHTMÅNE. This one is sensuous; it promises pleasure. Singer Anthony Starble invites the listener to a steamy place where one’s dark desires are brought to light. Producer Sigurd Heimdal’s dark instrumentation serves as the perfect backdrop. “REVIVE” is about power and submission. Watch…

  • TENNIN & maticulous joined by Justo The MC & DJ Jon Doe on “Trapped Again”

    French singer and rapper TENNIN‘s latest single has seen her treat us to old school R&B vibes. A collaboration with New York producer maticulous, “Trapped Again” also features Justo The MC and DJ Jon Doe. The hip-hop infused R&B song is about falling for the wrong person. TENNIN’s passionate lyrics and Justo’s smooth rap find…

  • Ty Robinson goes the “Distance” in a jet-ski and party boat

    Summer anthems come in different flavours. For New York artist Ty Robinson, he did deliver a sensual and groovy blend of R&B and Caribbean dancehall. The track is called “Distance”. With this one, you feel transported to some tropical beach. In fact, Ty shot the accompanying music video in Miami. From boat party to jet-ski…

  • R3HAB teams up with Amy Shark on “Sway My Way”

    Here is “Sway My Way”, a song for those laid-back moments. The pop-dance track is dance music superstar R3HAB and Australian vocalist Amy Shark. It’s actually a re-imagination of Bic Runga’s classic hit, “Sway.” “Sway My Way” is melody-laden and, sonically, a departure from R3HAB’s signature energy-driven style. Connect with R3HAB and Amy Shark on…

  • ABSYTE releases another track; listen to “EVERLAST”

    In April, ABSYTE released an album titled REBIRTH. Well, she is back again flexing her lyrical prowess on a new track. The song is called “EVERLAST”. It finds her rapping over a minimalist instrumental crafted by King Rem. The vibe falls right in place with that movement reviving classic hip hop. “EVERLAST” is about women…

  • Hear DYLVN’s pensive song, “Feeling For Nothing”

    DYLVN is not afraid to look inward in his desire to effect personal growth. The Californian pop singer-songwriter’s introspective new song “Feeling For Nothing” finds him accepting his flaws rather than fighting them. “Going through life (at least for me) I used to find myself tryin to move around parts of me to impress others.…

  • Sleeptalk present “Dripping Colors” visual

    LA-based outfit Sleeptalk released a new album called Drown in a Rainbow on June 9. The album arrived with the focus-track, “Dripping Colors”. Well, there’s now a visual for “Dripping Colors”. I like this upbeat and psychedelic indie-pop song. From the smooth vocals to addictive melodies, the track just sounds infectious. Watch the music video…

  • Gran Noir share new song, “At the Sea”

    “At The Sea” is the newest single from Swiss alt-rock band Gran Noir. The song is melodious, moving and involves a soaring chorus. It is sung in English. “At The Sea” is lyric-driven and will get the listener to sing along. Gran Noir are based in Zurich. You can find them on Instagram and check…

  • The Q-Tip Bandits deliver Melancholy Flowers, their debut album

    Boston band The Q-Top Bandits‘ debut album, Melancholy Flowers, is finally here. With this 11-song collection, they brought their engaging live experiences to our stereos. Melancholy Flowers contains funk/soul music big on indie-rock/pop influences. Prior to the release of this LP, the outfit released three singles “Daisy”, “Better Place” and the euphoric “Chasing Cars”. Speaking…

  • Foreign Air say “Hello Sunshine”; hear their breezy new song

    Foreign Air are an American duo (Jesse Clasen and Jacob Michael) who make music that can be described as alternative/indie-electro. Get a state of their style by listening to their vibey new single, “Hello Sunshine”. This 70’s-inspired track was specially made for those sunny and breezy afternoons. “‘Hello Sunshine’ is a calling out to the…