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  • Chuuwee & Money Montage drop No More Rappers album

    No More Rappers is a collaborative album that pairs Sacramento rapper Chuuwee and New York producer Money Montage. Released on August 6 via Below System Records, it was immediately preceded by single “Sincerely”. The 17-track project involves no guest artists. Focus-track “Drugs In My System” has since been accompanied with the visual posted above. It’s…

  • Introducing Penny Roox; hear her new song, “Love You When You’re Blue”

    Making her debut back in January, 25-year-old Dutch singer-songwriter Penny Roox is, in deed, an exciting newcomer. She released her third single “Love You When You’re Blue” the other Friday. This soulful indie-rock track introduces new listeners like me to her strong, rousing vocals and compelling songwriting. “Love You When You’re Blue” is about the…

  • Tom Tripp is back “Running”; watch his new video

    North London artist Tom Tripp‘s return was marked by the release of the single “Running” on August 4. His previous offering was the 2019 EP, Flag. For this new release, Tom worked with producer Hermxn and co-writer Khalil Madovi. “‘Running’ is a song/letter of support to anyone that feels like they’re alone in this crazy…

  • Kara Frazier teams up with The Aquaducks to deliver “I Wanna Be Your Woman”

    Nashville singer-songwriter Kara Frazier is engaging listeners with “I Wanna Be Your Woman”, her body-swaying new song. This retro soul track was created in collaboration with funk group The Aquaducks. Kara’s soulful vocals and the smooth instrumentation combine beautifully to give the song its powerful effect. Undeniably, “I Wanna Be Your Woman” is a great…

  • Rammor invites emotion to the dancefloor with “Forget About You”

    “Forget About You” by Bavaria-based deep house DJ/producer Rammor is a song you surely need in your playlist. This tropical dance-pop cut has a sentimental touch, thanks to its romantic lyrics. With sweet male vocals that are complemented with chill melodies, “Forget About You” is quite irresistible. The song invites emotion to the dancefloor in…

  • Quantic & Nidia Góngora return with “Macumba de Marea”

    After “Balada Borracha“, UK producer Quantic and Afro-Colombian singer Nidia Góngora are back with “Macumba de Marea”. This new offering is the latest installment on the duo’s upcoming second album, Almas Conectadas. That LP is expected on October 22 via UK label Tru Thoughts. “Macumba de Marea” finds Nidia singing about souls lost at sea…

  • Fresh new Pop songs & videos by Albanian artists

    From Bebe Rexha and Rita Ora to Era Istrefi and Dua Lipa, mainstream pop has seen a continued emergence of Albanian artists. The country’s local industry is also growing fast. We sampled new music and videos from that scene, most of which are in the Albanian language, and compiled a list of eight. Check them…

  • N.O.A.H reveal “Hands Up” video

    After their majestic entry into the scene last year with the single “Shine”, Irish band N.O.A.H returned almost a year later with an equally massive tune. This enchanting summer song called “Hands Up” has since been accompanied with a stunning music video directed by Dave Fox. “Hands Up” was produced by Ruadhri Cushman. The release…

  • Jess Chalker shares stimulating song, “Don’t Fight It”

    London-based Australian artist and songwriter Jess Chalker returned with a stimulating new song filled with joyous optimism. “Don’t Fight It” is a feel-good anthem for those who may find themselves feeling lost. The production, handled by Jess alongside Grammy-winning Rich Jacques, combines bouncy drumbeats, retro synths, lovely guitars and the singer’s stirring vocals. “There’s a…

  • Muntu joins AKA Block on “Best Friend” single

    “Best Friend” is a brooding R&B song and the latest effort from Dutch artist/producer AKA Block. The track features vocals of Germany-based singer-songwriter, Muntu. Its moody instrumentation suits Muntu’s romance-hinged and relatable lyrics and affecting delivery. “Best Friend” sees him recall his first-ever love experience. It is one of those songs capable of evoking vivid…

  • Watch Sophie and the Giants perform “If I Don’t Break Your Heart I’ll Break Mine”

    Sheffield, UK alt-pop band Sophie and the Giants recently shared a powerful song called “If I Don’t Break Your Heart I’ll Break Mine”. The track was accompanied by a live-performance visual which highlights its heart-gripping lyrics. It tells a story of painful self-discovery in the hope of showing others the way. “‘If I Don’t Break…

  • ArrDee extends the party with his “Jiggy (Whiz)” song ; watch the video

    UK rap sensation ArrDee showed the industry his versatility by releasing a hard-hitting drill track which saw him retain his signature playful vibes though. Calling it “Jiggy (Whiz)”, the 18-year-old paired this song with a sleek visual filled with party-loving euphoria. It is out via Universal Music. “Jiggy (Whiz)” follows on from Brighton-born ArrDee’s acclaimed…

  • ill peach unveil debut EP, EXCUSE US WHILE WE FIND OUR MINDS

    When ill peach finally unveiled their debut EP close to a fortnight ago, it was an exciting moment for the fans of the emerging alt-pop duo. That project is 4 tracks long and is titled EXCUSE US WHILE WE FIND OUR MINDS. It was released on August 4th via Pop Can Records. Focus track “UP…

  • Bring your “Energy” to the dancefloor for this new tune by Sam Opoku [Video]

    Armed with his powerful voice and captivating melodies, Ghanaian-American artist/producer Sam Opoku always has his grip on listeners’ attention. His latest single called “Energy” is another piece of Afro-pop music that you’ll surely enjoy. “Energy” carries an addictive hook that had me singing along. Its dance-inducing vibe is transmitted to the cinematic accompanying music video.…

  • Watch Carly Pearl in the video for her debut single, “Play Me”

    For many an artist, the pandemic brought with it yet another chilling reality: no live gigs. Within that state of confusion, soul/pop band Scruffy Pearls’ lead singer Carly got the inspiration to dive into a new sound. That’s how her solo project Carly Pearl began. She’s has since released the first song, “Play Me”. This…

  • Haawa urges us to “Recalibrate” as she shares debut single

    Haawa dexterously turned her delirious musings into a vibey song which she’s just released as her debut single. “‘Recalibrate’ is about trying to find some bit of balance in this crazy last year,” says the Harlem-based artist. She continues: “Battling feelings of frustration and trying to replace them with calm… managing to dismiss some of…

  • The Shadowboxers reminisce “When You Were Mine”; hear the bittersweet song

    There come moments when you look back to a relationship and you can’t help but reminisce the sweet memories. Atlanta alt-pop trio The Shadowboxers‘ latest song “When You Were Mine” carries this sentiment but is also tinged with ruefulness. It bittersweetly expresses that harsh reality that that person is no longer in your life. Still,…

  • Stream Slow Motion EP by singer Jake Whiskin

    The song “It Ain’t Me, It’s You” ushers us into Jake Whiskin‘s debut EP, Slow Motion. This 5-track project was released towards the end of July. It highlights the rising British singer-songwriter’s unique style which elegantly blends indie-pop and folk. Itself, “It Ain’t Me, It’s You” delves into that feeling of not wanting to let…

  • Ocie Elliott will surely “Wait for You”

    Ocie Elliott‘s next EP, A Place, will drop on August 27. Ahead of the release, the indie folk duo of Jon Middleton and Sierra Lundy shared the song “Wait For You”. It is another soul-baring piece from a duo that has warmed our hearts time and again. “This is a song about the emotional bearing…

  • Shayne Brown – “Confessions” [Video]

    “Confessions” is the newest song from UK R&B singer-songwriter Shayne Brown. The heartfelt piece was delivered over a captivating instrumental. Its production melds Afro-pop flavour with R&B and hip-hop elements. “Confessions” arrived with this amazing video that was co-directed by the artist. Watch the clip and follow Shayne Brown on Instagram.

  • New Release Friday: songs out on August 13th, 2021

    Our New Release Friday Spotify playlist is now up-to-date. Below are notes about some of the songs we selected. Desta French – “Señor” UK-based Latinx singer Desta French has just released a new single, “Señor”. The track features a delicious blend of R&B, Afro-fusion and Latin-pop flavours and was sung in Spanish. “Señor” is the…

  • Hear Distant Matter embrace the “Natural”

    Brooding vocals, defeatist lyrics and moody-yet-vibrant synths characterize this song called “Natural”. It’s the newest single from 20-year-old, Canadian electronic artist and multi-instrumentalist Alexander Seligman-Swartz, who makes music under the moniker Distant Matter. “Natural” is a sentimental piece about seeing the beauty in imperfections and embracing the natural tendencies of life. The electro pop song…

  • Emerging trio H3rizon reveal a playful video for their new song, “Serious”

    Enter H3rizon, the trio of Australian-born artists: Bernie, Taya and Gabby. Strengthened by its diversity in terms of each artist’s style and backstory, the exciting girl group concocted a distinct flavour of pop-inflected R&B music — and they’re keen to follow in the footsteps of their key influences, namely; Spice Girls, TLC and Destiny’s Child.…

  • Listen to an “Emotional” Lee Cole as he shares new song & video

    “Emotional” is a new piano-driven ballad by Johannesburg’s Lee Cole. The South African artist paired this heart-gripping song with an equally affecting music video. Cole is known to bare out his soul on each track. In this new release, he sings about letting go of a relationship that has run its course. His emotive delivery…

  • Welcome to the VIBE WORLD ORDER; stream the collective’s STILL BROKE album

    VIBE WORLD ORDER is a new hip hop collective from from the US state of New Jersey. 7 members strong, it’s made up by rappers Mason, GROOVY, Gini’, JTT and Almighty Hendrix, producer/DJ comfortabledude and visual artist stijhl. This group draw influences from the likes of N.E.R.D. and Death Grips to create an edgy yet…

  • Sam Walwyn remains with a “Littered Sense Of You”

    Singer-songwriting newcomer Sam Walwyn shared his latest single “Littered Sense Of You” mid last month. This is the followup to his earlier release, “First Place”. It’s a beautiful indie-pop/rock song filled with warm vocals and passion-driven lyrics. “Littered Sense Of You” is another lovely piece from the young British artist who is gearing up to…

  • Lexxi Saal returns with a “Bang!”; hear her latest song

    “Bang!” is the newest offering from Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter Lexxi Saal. The effervescent soul/pop cut follows her 2021 releases: the singles “Freedom” and “Here We Come” and the 3-track EP Variant II. “Bang!” is covered in a cinematic soundscape. In delivering this empowerment ballad, Saal’s powerful vocals and impressive songwriting are brought to…

  • Stream WYATT’s debut EP, MY WAIT

    Acclaimed US songwriter Wyatt Sanders (also known as WYATT) opens a new chapter of his career by releasing his debut EP titled MY WAIT. Throughout the 5-song project, the artist, multi-instrumentation and producer from Tulsa, Oklahoma, showcases his refreshing indie-pop style. Focus-track “hurt u this much” is emotive as much as it’s bouncy. Other songs…

  • Watch Claire Reneé in “Red Lights” video

    Soulful singer-songwriter Claire Reneé linked up with director Dean Singleton to create the visual for her “Red Lights” single. The smooth and calming jazz-inflected R&B track is part of her album, Wings. That 9-track project was released earlier in the year and also includes songs such as “I’m Tired”. “Red Lights’ is a song that…

  • “Born to Be Wild” by Smith, Lyle & Moore is one for the adventurous

    American alt-rock trio Smith, Lyle and Moore recently released “Born to Be Wild”, a space-themed anthem for those with an adventurous spirit. The single is a rework of Steppenwolf’s 1969 classic of the same title. Fittingly, it was released on July 20th to coincide with the 52nd anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing feat.…

  • Listen to “Midnight” by producer TOMiGOTTi

    Out now via Fedrigotti Records is this new track by Italian-born, Austrian-based electronic artist & producer TOMiGOTTi. Called “Midnight”, it feels both invigorating and emotional. The sentimental lyrics and emotive vocals are paired with engaging synths and intoxicating melodic, making the track quite riveting. “Midnight” is an enjoyable dancefloor tune. Watch the lyric/animated visual accompanying…

  • Watch Ruth Lyon’s fun video for “Fast Food”

    The newest single from British singer Ruth Lyon (also the lead singer of the Holy Moly & The Crackers band) arrived a couple of weeks ago. Named “Fast Food”, the song explores the carefree freedom away from social media and societal pressures. It is generally an upbeat and buoyant alt-pop track filled with infectious rhythms…

  • Don Altae is ready for “True Love”; hear his newest song

    2021 has been a busy year for Washington, D.C. artist and producer Don Altae. One hot tune after another, he continues to showcase his uniquely crafted R&B sound. His latest single, “True Love”, leans more towards Caribbean dancehall and Latin-pop. The raunchy, summer-loving song talks about a new love interest, one he’d never want to…

  • Nea and SHY Martin show “No Regrets” as they deliver new anthem [Video]

    Swedish artists and songwriters Nea and SHY Martin have been friends for a longtime, even going to music school together. Over the years, they’ve written hits for other artists but must have kept one for themselves. “No Regrets” is a pop/dance track with a euphoric summer feel. That carefree vibe is well captured in the…

  • Listen: Indigo Mateo x Richie Reseda – “Element”

    Indigo Mateo is a newcomer worth checking out. A New Jersey artist with Latin-American roots, the artist is bringing a fresh and unique style which is encapsulated by her latest single, “Element”. The breezy alt-R&B cut features (and was produced by) Richie Reseda. It is lifted from Mateo’s scheduled album, Singleplayer (due later this month).…

  • Pat McCay is back with “100 Fold”

    South African indie-folk singer-songwriter Pat McCay returned last Friday with the single, “100 Fold”. It’s another melody-filled and uplifting piece from him. “‘100 Fold’ is song about freedom and an awakening to our true nature by understanding the difference between conditional and unconditional love,” says McCay. The Cape Town-based artist first featured on our radar…

  • Izo FitzRoy releases “Little Birdie” [Video]

    Soul singer-songwriter Izo FitzRoy released “Little Birdie” last weekend. This joyous and therapeutic song is the second single out of three that the artist created together producer Erik Janson, a collaboration informed by the pair’s love for soul music of the 60s and 70s. Out on Jalapeno Records, the new track arrives in the heels…

  • Kasbeel announces herself with “Yo Soy Dios” [Video]

    Hailing from Buenaventura, Colombia, 19-year-old artist Kasbeel harbours immense potential. The rapper and songwriter made a huge statement with her newest single, “Yo Soy Dios”. The title translates to ‘I Am God’ and is a nod to art being a tool for empowerment. Kasbeel truly embodies this; her story is that of ‘against all odds’.…

  • Nxghtshade surrenders to “Death By Desire”; listen to the captivating tune

    Nxghtshade is the solo project by Chris Qualls, an artist, songwriter and producer based out of Los Angeles. The musician writes and produces for other acts while at the same time releasing awesome singles such as his latest, ” Death By Desire”. It is a funky disco/pop track which I couldn’t help but nod my…

  • Zachary Ray inspires us with “The Search”

    “The Search” is a soul-stirring and inspiring song by US singer Zachary Ray. It is a soulful pop/rock piece talks about the quest for peace, unity and love between people of different backgrounds. The singer-songwriter says he wrote it as a response to his friends and family experiencing racial and religious attacks. He collaborated with…

  • Chinwe feels “Numb” as she delivers immaculate debut EP, Scar Tissue

    Neo-soul singer-songwriter and producer Chinwe has just dropped her debut EP, Scar Tissue. The 4-song collection introduces new fans to the East London artist’s immaculate style. Chinwe makes smooth, jazz-inflected music that’s characterized by soft melodies and various music and cultural influences — she was born of a Nigerian father and Jamaican mother. “Numb” is…

  • ÄTNA and MEUTE unveil “Weirdo”; watch the colourful video

    Berlin-based synthpop duo ÄTNA and 11-member German marching band MEUTE‘s recent collaboration is a scintillating piece of dance/pop music. The high-energy analogue techno track is called “Weirdo” and was released on Humming Records. It arrived with this bright and colourful music video directed by Philip Zeller. “Weirdo” features a rich soundscape which is heavy on…

  • Here is C Montana’s new tape, Never Give Up

    Last month, London rapper C Montana released a new mixtape called Never Give Up. The 8-track project saw him exhibit the prodigious talent that he is. Highlighted above is the video for “Boss Is Back”. This is a heavy-hitting drill track representative of the overall energy of the tape. Stream Never Give Up in in…

  • The KTNA return with new video, “Can’t Stop It”

    “Can’t Stop It” by British twin-sisters duo The KTNA is simply sublime. I love the drum beats, hypnotic bass and, even more so, the pair’s tranquilizing vocals. Sonically, this R&B/soul track marks a new era for The KTNA. “Can’t Stop It” feels upbeat and uplifting. The music video that it came paired with is just…

  • Winston Surfshirt collective features Ramirez on “All Of The Little Things”

    Winston Surfshirt is an Australian 6-piece collective which began as the solo project of frontman Winston. The singer, rapper and producer then brought on board other musicians to create this group which has since become a phenomenon. Their latest single is called “All Of The Little Things” and it’s a funky hip-hop track that features…

  • Christian Eberhard and IOVA collaborate to release “Save Me”

    From Romania comes this beautiful dance-pop tune called “Save Me”. It’s a new single by DJ/producer Christian Eberhard featuring singer IOVA. The emotion-imbued song describes a yearning for intimacy and affection. IOVA’s vocals are so expressive in this regard. “Save Me” is infused with unmistakable oriental melodies that accentuate the feelings evoked by the song.…

  • Listen: Ann Hoku Lyn – “Syzygy (Free Your Mind)”

    Relax and let Hawaii trumpeter and singer-songwriter Ann Hoku Lyn soothe you with her newest song, “Syzygy (Free Your Mind)”. It is a magnificent piece of laidback jazz/soul music. Lyrically, it speaks about the need to free oneself of the cultural and societal expectations that hold us back. “This song is about stripping away negative…

  • AJ Smith delivers “Double Vaxxed” visual

    “Double Vaxxed” is lighthearted new song that US pop singer AJ Smith wrote about dating during the pandemic. It was originally meant for TikTok but fan engagement on the platform informed the artist’s decision to release it as a single. The song is playful and fun and so is the accompanying visual. Speaking about the…

  • Oscar Jerome & Ben Hauke team up for “No Need” and “Cosmic Egg”

    The recent linkup between British singer-songwriter Oscar Jerome and producer Ben Hauke resulted in a trailblazing collaboration. The pair stayed innovative in their creative process, creating two amazing songs packaged into a mini-EP titled No Need. Title-track “No Need” is a jazz-inflected house jam with ethereal vocals. “Cosmic Egg”, on the other hand, is an…

  • Evan Blair is a “Sleepwalker” who needs to snap out of it

    Canadian alt-rock artist Evan Blair took things a notch higher with his latest single, “Sleepwalker”. The song is so catchy, and generally impressive, that tastemakers can’t stop raving about it. Evan also admits it is the best song he’s ever made. With a sweet groove, clear vocals and an explosive chorus, “Sleepwalker” is just so…