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Watch Loxy & Ink “Spray Trains Of Thought”
On May 13, legendary drum & bass duo Loxy & Ink dropped a new release. The song is called “Spray Trains Of Thought” and was released via R&S Records. There’s a music video accompanying the track. “Spray Trains Of Thought” is characterized by heavy bars. The track’s production infuses horns into the punching hip hop…
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Pop music roundup: 8 new songs to listen to
The latest pop music roundup is here. We’ve picked eight songs you’ll surely love. AMWIN, Lostbycrow and Beeson are some of the artists featured. AMWIN x Simon Superti – “Long Gone” Stockholm-based singer AMWIN (also known as Amanda Winberg) returned last Friday with the song “Long Gone”. A blend of different sounds, the infectious track…
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Bastien Keb releases “Pasadena” ahead of new album
UK musician Bastien Keb will be releasing his fourth album, Organ Recital, on June 22 via Gearbox Records. “Pasadena”, its funky first single, arrived a fortnight ago. “Pasadena” is a mesmerizing electro-soul track which finds the artist recalling fading memories of intimate encounters. The upcoming album showcases Keb’s psychedelic-chamber-funk blend. For now, get to enjoy…
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Sam Opoku wants to “Rockwitchu” as he drops new EP, 83 Classic
Ghanaian-American artist/producer Sam Opoku released a new EP titled 83 Classic last Friday. The project includes “Rockwitchu”, the song whose video he released a month ago. Five other songs complete the EP into an impressive body of work. On “Rockwitchu”, Sam Opoku celebrates his people and their culture. A sweet R&B anthem, you’ll also love…
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Listen to Rowlan’s “Feel Like Home”
Los Angeles rapper Rowlan (born Thomas Rowland) has a new song that I’ve really enjoyed listening to. Named “Feel Like Home”, it’s a beautiful alt-hip hop song set against a chill instrumental backdrop. The melodic track was produced by Kato. “Feel Like Home” carries a powerful chorus sandwiching Rowlan’s heartfelt verses. While you listen to…
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Di WAV drops new song, “Ataúd”
Guatemalan artist, producer and media personalty Di WAV (born Daniela Carpio) has released a new single, “Ataúd”. A bilingual singer, she delivered this one in Spanish. “Ataúd” is a dark yet energy-filled alt-rock song. The production incorporates sizzling synths, adding a retro pop flavour to this song. Di WAV’s vocals are equally mesmerizing. Lyrically deep,…
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Bad Flamingo unveil new single, “Rolling Around in It”
“Rolling Around in It” is the newest song by Bad Flamingo. It is the follow-up to the American duo’s “Good for Nothing” single. Over the last few years, the mysterious pair have entertained us with their bewitching concoction of country, folk, Americana and indie-rock. “Rolling Around It” is another brilliant creation by Bad Flamingo. Listen…
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EDM/house music roundup: 6 songs to listen to right now
Aipate‘s EDM/house roundup for the month of May is a short yet satisfying selection of fresh new tunes. These six songs will be a great addition to your playlist, which I guess was crying out for an update. Galantis – “1×1” The newest release from Swedish production, songwriting and DJ duo Galantis is the splendid…
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janïsa is glad to “Fly Away” in new video
janïsa is a talented singer from Canada. Making her debut back in 2019, the Toronto-native has just returned with her second offering, and it was worth the wait. The soulful R&B jam is named “Fly Away”. It was produced by Kevin Howley and paired with a beautiful video. Speaking about Fly Away”, janïsa explained: “This song…
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Here is Lifeline EP by indie-pop band A Days Wait
New indie-pop band A Days Wait have a new EP out. The 5-track project is titled Lifeline. Highlighted above is the song “Tongue Tied”. This is an upbeat and melody-filled tune that I just couldn’t get enough. Others are “Spare Parts”, “Sleepwalking”, “Pinky Swear” and the title-track. Listen to the whole EP and follow A…
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Barbadian singer Ayoni reveals “You Said I Love You To Soon” single
Barbadian star Ayoni has returned with an exquisite piece of electro pop music. She named the song “You Said I Love You Too Soon”. The track billed as the first single from her forthcoming EP, Vision. “Inspired by the patterns I was witnessing around me, this song is a consideration of the lengths this generation…
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Maro Music taps Raekwon & Ghostface Killah for “THROWBACK BOOGIE”
Polish soundsmith Maro Music‘s latest effort is a massive track featuring Wu Tang emcees Raekwon and Ghostface Killah. Named “THROWBACK BOOGIE”, it is the second single from Maro’s upcoming project, Rejects. That album is set in a fictional world, a world parallel to ours. For “THROWBACK BOOGIE”, Maro crafted a boom bap cut over which…
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Feel the “VIBE” Valentina Blú is bringing with her latest song
At the end of April, Italian singer Valentina Blú shared a rhythmic track aptly titled “VIBE”. A Spanglish anthem dripping with confidence and sensuality, “VIBE” combines Afro pop, Latin, Caribbean, R&B and pop flavours. Valnetina wrote it together with Dominican artist Fernando Faneyte. For the production, she teamed up with Spanish DJ/producer PIEK. Dance along…
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“Even If It’s Lonely” is a gorgeous new song by Hazlett
Stockholm-based singer and songwriter Hazlett is back with a touching piece called “Even If It’s Lonely”. The indie-folk song follows “Please Don’t Be” and is the Australian musician’s second release on Nettwerk Records. Covered in gorgeous piano and guitar melodies, “Even If It’s Lonely” is a solemn ode to platonic love. “Not the kind with…
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Bask in Wowashwow’s “Heatwave” as she shares new visual
“Heatwave” is the first track on rapper Wowashwow‘s latest album, I’m A Hashole. That LP was released in November 2021. The rising artist has since unveiled the visual for the pop-leaning hip hop track. Mich Page was recruited to direct the video. “Heatwave is a song with two different perspectives,” says Wowashwow. “On one hand,…
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Listen to “The Miser” by alt-rock band Excuse Me.
Musicians Adam Kuhrt, Aleks Liskauskas, Dylan Creed, Heyden Jennekens and Jo Seymour make up Excuse Me.. The Canadian alt-rock band are back with a new single they named “The Miser”. It’s an upbeat track filled with delightful melodies. Speaking about the new release, the 5-piece outfit said: “‘The Miser’ felt like a chance for us…
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Beverly delivers beautiful wedding song, “VOWS”
The latest single from Japanese-based Filipina singer-songwriter Beverly is called “VOWS”. With music arrangement and production by Minoru Comorita, it’s a gladsome, piano-guided retro soul tune.The track was released by Avex Entertainment. Beverly’s soft velvety vocals are exhibited as she delivers this beautiful piece. “VOWS” is perfectly suited for weddings. Listen to the song and…
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Watch Estee Nack & Sadhugold.’s “NACKMANDELA/KINGORKINGDOM” video
Massachusetts-native emcee Estee Nack is known to serve up grimy street hip hop. The artist has a new album titled SOGW2: Estee Nack and the Order of the Golden Fleece. That project is a collaboration with producer Sadhugold. (it’s currently not on digital platforms). Also on the menu is the 2-in-1 video, “NACKMANDELA/KINGORKINGDOM”. The visual…
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Listen to Zoe Zobrist’s new song, “Better”
Soft and warm melodies characterize Dallas singer-songwriter Zoe Zobrist‘s new track, “Better”. The folk-leaning indie-pop song is about embracing personal growth, a passionate reminder that our pasts don’t define us. “‘Better’ is a diary-like, coming of age expression of the realization that some things in life aren’t what you expected them to be. It’s about…
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Meltt reveal “Within You, Within Me” single and video
Indie-electronic band Meltt recently shared a laidback tune called “Within You, Within Me”. It’s a dreamy, synthpop-infused track with an engagingly upbeat sound. The Sterling Larose-directed music video accompanying it features some well-choreographed dance moves. “Within You, Within Me” is about finding out who you are by letting down your defenses and learning to love…
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Pop music roundup: 6 new songs to add to your playlist
Enjoy Aipate‘s latest selection of pop songs. You should also consider adding the six tracks to your playlist(s). Eloise Alterman – “Her” A new song by Eloise Alterman finds the rising Detroit-raised singer-songwriter with her heart on her sleeve. Titled “Her”, the emotional pop ballad is part of her debut EP, Sad Bird (out on…
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New Release Friday: songs out on May 13th, 2022
So, here’s the latest New Release Friday roundup. Songs by Bayku, Charlotte Sands, The Q-Tip Bandits, among other amazing acts, make our selection of new tunes released this Friday. Scribbled below are brief notes about seven of those songs. Kadebostany x Sena Şener – “Two Lovebirds in a Cage” Swiss electronic producer Kadebostany has just…
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Hear Nezsa’s amazing new track, “Trouble”
Canada-based Nigerian singer Nezsa‘s new song “Trouble” is taken from her upcoming EP, To All The Heartbreakers. It was released on Mr. Eazi’s emPawa platform. Carrying Nezsa’s soulful vocals, “Trouble” brilliantly blends R&B and Afro pop elements. On it, the singer hits back at a toxic ex. “‘Trouble’ came to me so naturally. Gbeduboss sent…
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The Astronomers & sammy rash reassure us that we’ll “turn out fine”
“turn out fine” is a new single from alt-pop duo The Astronomers. It’s a collaboration with the sensational sammy rash. A catchy and summery tune, the track carries refreshing melodies and creamy vocals. Lyrically, “turn out fine” offers a reassurance against the fear of life changes. “We are all at points in our life where…
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Listen to “Every Day’s My Friday” by La Poré
Soon after moving to Los Angeles from Columbus, Ohio, in 2019, indie-pop artist La Poré had to contend with a pandemic that was impacting on every aspect of life. His new song “Every Day’s My Friday” looks back at this time. “When dining first reopened in May 2020, I got a job working at a…
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KØLEEN readily jumps into “Cold Water” in stunning new video
KØLEEN makes amazing pop music. It’s no wonder the Austrian singer-songwriter’s rise has been phenomenal. Her newest single “Cold Water” is another brilliant creation that came paired with a stunning music video directed by Nicole Frisch. Starting with a calm and emotional vibe, the track proceeds with increasing bliss. This is representative of the lyrics,…
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Jose Conde shares the song “Souls Alive in the 305” as he readies new album
Legendary musician Jose Conde is set to release a new album titled Souls Alive in the 305. The title-track dropped just recently. This is actually the second single being taken from that upcoming LP; the first was the Cuci Amador-assisted “Dale Pa’Ya”. The song “Souls Alive in the 3015” is a fun, funky, disco-rap tune…
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Watch Shiadanni’s video for “Penny Pills”
After a couple of years of relative silence, Canadian alt-pop singer Shiadanni returned last month with “Penny Pills”. She paired this track with a video which captures the the track’s moody feel. “Penny Pills” is a brooding electro pop song which delves into the turbulence, passion, pain, longing and lost hopes of young adulthood. So…
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Tucker Nichol releases new song, “This is Why”
An award-winning former model, Tucker Nichol is now basking in a different kind of spotlight. She is an R&B singer with quite a bright future. With the artist’s upcoming album Too Close to Home in the offing, she’s just unveiled a new single, “This Is Why”. The follow-up to “Over The Edge”, this new song…
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Prof joined by Kevin Gates on new track, “Devils Gate”
Minneapolis rapper Prof did team up with Kevin Gates and delivered a new banger called “Devils Gate”. A heavy-hitting hip hop tune, it’s a showcase of the artists’ respective styles. “Devils Gate” carries a powerful chorus which sandwiches the amazing verses. The song is lyrically bold and filled with lots of energy. Give “Devils Gate”…
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Rachel Mae Hannon reveals new video, “Work It Out”
Rachel Mae Hannon is an Irish artist that I recently found out about. The emerging singer-songwriter and producer has a new single (and video) which I feel is a perfect introduction to her style. “Work It Out” is a bright soul/pop song dressed in marvelous production. Speaking about the track, Rachel commented: “‘Work It Out’…
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Jane’s Party are back with “Live Again” single
Out now is a fresh new single from Canadian band Jane’s Party. “Live Again” is a galvanizing piece urging listeners to live their life fully. The catchy and euphoric track arrived last Friday with a nice lyric video. Says the band, “‘Live Again’ started off as a very small personal song about picking up the…
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Khi Infinite urges you to “Keep Your Head Up”
Khi Infinite‘s newest offering is a warm piece of alt-R&B music. Christened “Keep Your Head Up”, it is an empowering and uplifting song. The guitar-driven track carries affirmational lyrics which Khi delivers with so much fervor. “As humans we believe progress is what we see, forgetting progress really starts within. Looking inside and trusting myself,…
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Hear Penny Roox’s new song, “What A Day”
Last Friday saw Dutch singer-songwriter Penny Roox return with a new single. She named this one “What A Day”. “What A Day” is a soft indie-pop ballad. The melancholic song finds Penny missing a partner with whom they’e just parted ways. It’s amazing how her emotive vocals shine throughout the track. Aipate introduced this talented…
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Rosalyn are back with new song, “Spin”
Thailand-based band Rosalyn have a new tune for their global fans. It’s called “Spin”. With a psychedelic feel, the indie track transports the listeners to eras past. “Spin” explores toxic relationship in a rather relaxing manner. I particularly love the soothing vocals and smooth instrumentation. We got to know about Rosalyn late last year when…
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See Fior in her “YOYO” video
A brilliant debut introduced Fior to us. That was in January. The newcomer has since released a second one — and it’s equally refreshing. Named “YOYO”, the funky song carries influences from 90’s disco pop. It was produced by Scott Storch. And, while the track sounds fun, the lyrics are a little wild. On “YOYO”,…
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See Da Chick in her “New Day” video
While Portuguese artist Da Chick is preparing a new album that will drop later in 2022, here is a new single being taken from that forthcoming LP. The song is called “New Day”. “New Day” is a jazzy tune with uplifting vibes. Da Chick accompanied it with a nice, black-and-white video. Self-written and produced, “New…
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Hear Ola Kvaløy’s new track, “Fair Weather”
With his new single, “Fair Weather”, Norwegian musician (and academic) Ola Kvaløy offers listeners an initial taste of his upcoming album. That LP is titled Any Other Life. “Fair Weather” is an evocative indie-pop song which Ola made together with Morten Abel (bass), Thomas Gallatin (drums, keys & backing vocals) and Dag Sindre Vagle (acoustic…
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Ruelle is back with a new song, “In It”
Nashville-based artist Ruelle unveiled a new single, “In It”, last Friday. The gorgeous electro pop track arrived paired with an intriguing visualizer. “In It” is taken from Ruelle’s forthcoming album which is set to be released later this year. She teamed up with songwriters Tofer Brown, Daniella Mason and Robert Marvin to pen this piece.…
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LOGVN reveals his “DVRK SIDE” in a new song featuring CHVSE
It’s in the face of tribulations that one’s dark side tend to reveal itself. For Cleveland rapper LOGVN, the pursuit of his music dreams meant he had to deal with naysayers while at the same time silencing self-doubt. His new song featuring CHVSE is a story about overcoming these challenges. Musically, “DVRK SIDE” is an…
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the della kit drops “just a call away” featuring Mr. Carmack and Lafa Taylor
“just a call away” is the newest offering from Canadian neo-soul artist & producer the della kit. Actually, it’s her third single. Produced by Mr. Carmack, the song features a rap verse by Lafa Taylor. the della kit’s soothing vocals dominate the track. “just a call away” carries engaging beats that you’ll definitely nod your…
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Amongst Wolves admit “I’d Be Lying To Myself” in new song
Manchester-based pop-rock band Amongst Wolves are back with another great record. Christened “I’d Be Lying To Myself”, the track melds drum and bass with rock. The result is a high-octane tune with heavily thought-provoking lyrics. “I’d Be Lying To Myself” is the outfit’s first release of 2022. Thematically, Amongst Wolves explore themes such as mental…
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Harriet Nauer releases Catharsis EP, including the song Bang Bang
Swedish folk-pop artist Harriet Nauer has a released a new EP, Catharsis. Four tracks long, the project includes the much upbeat “Bang Bang”. A promising newcomer, Harriet’s music is melodious and expressive. Her finger-picking style and thoughtful lyrics find fuel in her powerful delivery. ”To write and to record this EP has been a truly…
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Listen to “Next to Me” by Boo Seeka
Australian indie-dance specialist Boo Seeka has dropped another hot, summery tune. This one is named “Next to Me” and it’s sure to get you on your feet. “Next to Me” is a vibrant and blissful dance-pop song. “Given the theme of the song is about being happy, I worked hard with Matt Bartlem, my master…
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bennytheghost releases lighthearted song & video called “Tightrope”
Virginia-native artist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist bennytheghost teamed up with Cooper Holzman as a co-writer for his newest single “Tightrope”. The track was produced by Cooper and mixed and mastered by John Christopher Fee and Ryan Schwabe, respectively. “Tightrope” is a lighthearted indie-pop song. Filled with addictive melodies and silky vocals, this track has an irresistible…
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Dance to Tilsen’s new song, ” In My Body”
Toronto-born Canadian singer Tilsen‘s new song “In My Body” is a sizzling dance-pop tune. Lyrically, it finds her looking inward. Tilsen explains, “‘In My Body’ is unlike my previous singles, which focus on my relationship dynamics with other people. Instead, the song is about my relationship with myself. It uncovers my internal battle with facing…
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Get to know 4ever lost and see their “Suffocating” video
Returning with their second single is the new French outfit 4ever lost. Earlier this year, 4ever lost introduced themselves as an enigmatic band consisting of 4 masked-up members. And they’re still keeping their identity hidden, a puzzle to be solved. 4ever lost’s new song “Suffocating” is a melancholic and expertly crafted alt-R&B track. Its soulful…
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Francisco Martin reveals that “Nobody Listens To Me!” [Video]
Los Angeles based musician Francisco Martin‘s debut EP, Manic, is scheduled to drop on July 22. The first single is out now; “Nobody Listens To Me!” was released in the company of an engrossing visual directed by Alexey Figurov. “Nobody Listens To Me!” is an exhilarating, electro-infused pop rock anthem. It’s a mix of melody…
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