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  • Elephant in the Room return with “Movie Stars”

    Elephant in the Room‘s industry debut was particularly strong. Now back with a second offering, the Irish duo maintains the heat. Christened “Movie Stars”, it is a hard-hitting electro-pop song with hints of R&B. Marty Mullally and Keenan Copas, who make up the duo, worked with Ross Fortune to craft this amazing jam. “Movie Stars”…

  • Nicky Jam and El Alfa present “Pikete”: watch video

    Put on your dancing shoes and search “Pikete” on your favourite streaming platform. The track is by Latin music mainstay Nicky Jam and Dominican urban artist El Alfa. Released alongside a nice video with well-choreographed dance moves, it’s quite an engaging tune. “Pikete” is about a woman who seems unattainable because of her beauty and…

  • Watch Syssi Mananga’s “Mokili” video feat. Keya Nemesis and stream her new album

    As part of her Mopepe Mama album, Belgian-Congolese singer-songwriter Syssi Mananga served up a hypnotic Afro-fusion track featuring Ugandan rapper Keya Nemesis. Called “Mokili”, the song’s title means ‘earth’ in Lingala language. “Mokili” is a heartfelt apology and commitment to preserve and restore Mother Earth. More recently, Syssi unveiled the video for “Ne Rentre Pas”…

  • Listen to “Morning Light” by EDM producer Hovzter

    Hailing from Uddevalla, Sweden, Hovzter is an exciting EDM up-and-comer. The 19-year-old producer recently got us basking in the warmth of his latest track “Morning Light”. This is an emotive and energetic progressive house tune with uplifting lyrics and overwhelming vocals. Its vibrant synths ensures “Morning Light” grabs your attention with every listen. Find Hovzter…

  • Mista Books & Teck-Zilla unveil “Try Angles” visuals

    Lagos-based hip-hop duo Mista Books & Teck-Zilla have unveiled a nice-looking visual for their track, “Try Angles”. A bold display of unadulterated emceeing and punchy boombap production, the song is part of their 7-track collaborative project, The Harder The Better. We’d previously shared the song “Unapologetic” featuring Nigerian femcee Phlow. From the head-nodding instrumental to…

  • Alexa Cappelli would rather you just “Say Something” [Video]

    Alexa Cappelli crafted a summer bop in form of her latest single “Say Something”. This one is for those who failed to ‘shoot their shot’. A final opportunity maybe? The 21-year-old Southern California native who impressed us with her “Can I Come Over?” song made a colourful video to accompany this vibey, new jam. “‘SAY…

  • Stream KESMAR’s Forever Holiday EP, including the single “Johatsu” featuring Flore Benguigui

    Sydney-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer KESMAR shared his new EP Forever Holiday on May 21 via Nettwerk Records. The 6-track mini-album explores a blend of yacht rock and bedroom pop. Analog synths, lush guitars and organic beats dominate EP, with the single “Johatsu”, featuring French songstress Flore Benguigui, being a great introduction to the project.…

  • Get to know Ngaiire, the emerging singer from Papa New Guinea

    For the past few years, Papa New Guinea-born, Sydney-based future-soul artist Ngaiire has drawn genuine admiration, thanks to her genre-blurring approach. Recently signing to Majestic Casual, the talented singer-songwriter is moving closer to the release of her third studio album titled 3 (due 27th August and now available for pre-order). First single “Taboo” was a…

  • Hear “The Feeling (Hate 2 Love)” by Theo Tams

    With his new, R&B-laced pop sound, Theo Tams is gaining more fans one song after another. The Toronto artist’s latest single “The Feeling (Hate 2 Love)” is a massive tune. It helps build the momentum for Theo’s upcoming EP. “The Feeling (Hate 2 Love)” is about the push/pull involved in giving our heart to someone…

  • El Gant taps Ras Kass and Planet Asia for “Chromed Out” single

    Listening El Gant‘s new track “Chromed” out featuring Ras Kass and Planet Asia, I’m like, could more bars be crammed into a single track? Well, the three legendary emcees brought their A-game to this J57-produced song. DJ Jon Doe then supplied special cuts, completing the track into a head-nodding, boom-bap gem. ‘Chromed Out” is taken…

  • “ur a good bye” is the latest from KINGS

    Rising Nashville-based pop artist KINGS makes a glorious return with “ur a good bye”. With this song, the North Carolina native took the emotions and lessons resulting from a failed relationship and turned them into a relatable earworm. “ur a good bye” was co-written with Andrew Tufano and producer Johnny Reno Prentice. KINGS’ delivers the…

  • Listen: James Alphonse – “What You Really Want”

    James Alphonse took inspiration from past sounds to create his latest song, “What You Really Want”. The synth-infused pop track is lifted from the Canadian singer’s planned debut EP, which was produced by Andre Kaden Black and Tal Vaisman. Lyrically, “What You Really Want” is a response to the ‘haters’ he faced when starting out…

  • Yung6ix and Suji present “All I Need”

    For the past few years, Yung6ix has been a recognizable name in the Nigerian rap scene. The recording artist continues his ascent with a new track featuring Suji. Named “All I Need”, it is a melodic and bouncy trap hip-hop banger. A catchy hook and impressive flows characterize song as the artists deliver strongly. Listen/vibe…

  • Prinze George share new single/video, “Off My Ass”

    “Off My Ass” is the latest release from US-pop group Prinze George. The new single follows up their Happy Garden EP. Paired with a black-and-white visual directed by Winter Coleman, the song feels both gloomy and uplifting. In the video, lead singer Naomi Almquist is captured in an emotive, drunken performance in her bathtub. She…

  • Here is Terrell Mackey’s video for “Hot Brown (Nterlude)”

    Not long ago, Terrell Mackey dropped his three-track Breakfast & Dinner EP. The Philadelphia native then created a captivating visual for the interlude, “Hot Brown (Nterlude)”. This song is luscious, sexy, with its accompanying video suiting the vibe. Like the other tracks on the EP, “Hot Brown” is a hip-hop infused R&B jam that exhibits…

  • Listen: ORKID – “Find Me Another You”

    ORKID has delivered a fervent new piece, “Find Me Another You”. The track saw her collaborate with Adeena, a fellow Swedish artist. This is not your typical breakup ballad. ORKID shares, “‘Find me another you’ is probably the most intimate song I have ever released. Some relationships are not meant to end in heartbreak, some…

  • Watch FEMM duo perform “Private Dancer” in new music video

    Japanese duo FEMM did share a new single called “Private Dancer” a few days ago. They released the bubbly electro-pop track alongside a neon-hued music video. Produced by ADP, “Private Dance” infuses elements of gothic rock. The song is about a desire to both dominate and submit to one’s lover. “Confidence is sexy. She is…

  • Watch Ghanaian artist KiDi’s new video, “Touch It”

    “Touch it” is an engaging, summery dance song by Ghanaian artist KiDi. The track blends Afrobeats with highlife music. Accompanying the lighthearted song is this nice-looking music video directed by REX. “Touch It” is a massive tune. It was produced by KiDi, Richie Mensah and Jack Knight and released via Lynx Ghana Limited/MadeInENY/Empire. The single…

  • Keeping it Soulful: 6 beautiful songs you’ve got to listen to

    Caitlin – “No Good For Me” With an upbringing deeply rooted in jazz, and armed with a powerful voice, 21-year-old US singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Caitlin is ready to follow in the footsteps of soul music icons, both past and present. She names Amy Winehouse, Billie Holiday, Pip Millet and Olivia Dean, among others, as her…

  • Teenear shares striped-down version of “Special Attention” [Video]

    Teenear has stayed on our radar since she released her “Dollar Signs” single early last year. This time, she returns with an acoustic version (and video) of her 2020 song “Special Attention”. On “Special Attention (Acoustic)”, the Miami-based R&B artist once again treats us to her sultry, irresistible style. About the video, she comments, “I…

  • Listen to “Better” by Kimani

    Kimani continues to etch his name in the UK independent music scene. The artist recently released a new track he named “Better”. It is an alternative R&B-track that exhibits his talent and music style. “Better” is both heartfelt and seductive, with Kimani determined to convince a love interest that there is always someone better out…

  • Get to know Surinamese band D’orkest

    Three guitarists Riezvi, Girish and Stijn; two vocalists Ariël and Joey; bassist Bas and drummer Mickey: that is the composition of D’orkest, a new band from Suriname. The group started out in 2018 by doing covers and, when the pandemic hit, they retreated and began writing songs. D’orkest released their bluesy debut single “End Of…

  • SHIMA drops “Fade Out” visuals: watch

    The video for “Fade Out” by SHIMA is here — and it is nothing but refreshing. “Fade Out” is the latest single from the rising Japanese-American artist and producer. It’s a mellow, exquisite piece of electronic music. Infusing soul, pop and indie, the song is so smooth and vibey. “Fade Out” is sung in both…

  • New Release Friday: songs out on May 28th, 2021

    Another week means a fresh update on New Release Friday playlist. Stream the songs on Spotify and read about some of them below. Jonathan Roy – “Walk out on Me” Canada’s Jonathan Roy has released his new EP, My Lullaby. Each of the 7 songs making up this collection came from a place of self-reflection.…

  • Watch Easy Life perform “Skeletons” & “Daydreams” + stream Life’s A Beach album

    Leicester-based UK pop band Easy Life have just released their debut album, Life’s A Beach. The 12-track project is out via Island Records. Prior to the release, the exciting 5-piece outfit did link up with Vevo for a live performance of the already released singles “Skeletons” and “Daydreams”. Easy Life is made up of Murray…

  • Hamish Anderson unveils “Morning Light” video

    Rising Australian singer-songwriter Hamish Anderson has just unveiled the music video for his hit single, “Morning Light”. The 70s-inspired indie-rock song was released on April 9th and followed a month later by an acoustic version (posted below). 29-year-old Hamish co-produced “Morning Light” remotely with LA-based producer David Davis. For the dreamy visuals, he enlisted Mowgli.…

  • “I Miss You,” Jaime Deraz admits in new song

    Always honest and detailed in her lyrics, Jaime Deraz turns raw emotions into songs. In her newest single, “I Miss You,” the 24-year-old, Long Island, New York artist sings passionately about how badly she misses an ex-lover. Jaime created a beautiful video that further accentuates her yearnful lyrics. Still, the track’s engaging dance-pop beats give…

  • Stream We Will Rise EP by Blue Lab Beats and watch “Blow You Away (Delilah)” visuals

    London’s Blue Lab Beats consists of producer NK-OK and multi-instrumentalist Mr DM. The duo makes music that, simply put, is enchanting. Their 5-track, new EP We Will Rise sums up their soulful, jazz-influenced and instrument-heavy style. However, on the lead track “Blow You Away (Delilah)” featuring Ghetto Boy, they created a vibey, Afrobeat banger. The…

  • Fionn release Candid Constellations EP

    Vancouver-hailed sisters’ duo Fionn have shared their Candid Constellations EP. Released via 604 Records, the project and its 8 upbeat tracks showcase the outfit’s new, retro-inspired pop style. The EP arrived with the music video for their vivacious single, “Hold Off”. “Candid Constellations is the first fully pop record we have written and recorded. When…

  • Monocule (a.k.a. Nicky Romero) delivers 3-track EP, Monocule Volume 2

    After whetting our appetite with the track “You Don’t Know“, Monocule (the alternate project by Netherlands’s Nicky Romero) has gladly served up his new EP, Monocule Volume 2. Employing brevity, the producer created only three tracks. “Silence” (featuring DØBER and UK singer Bertie Scott) and “Find You” are the two other songs on the EP.…

  • Telemarkk release “Bloom” to prepare listeners for summer

    Telemarkk is a British artist-producer duo made up by Max Berg and Asad Siddiqui, both of whom hail from Southampton. Making a modern brand of synth-pop, the two are inviting new fans to their world courtesy of their latest single, “Bloom”. This is a groovy, funky and bass-heavy tune that melds 80’s pop elements with…

  • “18” is a nostalgic piece from Lisa Heller

    For her latest track “18”, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Lisa Heller leaned into nostalgia. Guided by delicate piano chords, the artist relatably recalls the thrills of her teenage years. She explains, “‘18′ is a song I wrote from my childhood bedroom when I visited home during the pandemic. I wanted to touch on the nostalgic feeling…

  • Yakul feature Che Lingo on “Cross My Line”

    Brighton-based future soul quartet Yakul tapped South London rapper Che Lingo for their latest single, “Cross My Line”. The pop-inflected song is about an overwhelming new love. It also has a bittersweet taste, thanks to Che’s verse. Yakul consists of James Berkeley (vocals & keys), Tom Caldwell Nichols (bass), Sam Hughes (drums) and Leo Utton…

  • Here is Greta Isaac’s Pessimist EP; listen

    British pop artist Greta Isaac released her Pessimist EP on 14th May, via MADE Records. Throughout the 6-song project, the singer displays queenly grace and confidence. Lead single “How To Be A Woman” is an assertive anthem. The song boldly rejects the societal rules and beauty standards that women have been subjected to. Other songs…

  • Capital Theatre return with new video, “Long Way to Fall”

    The making of emerging New Zealand rock band Capital Theatre‘s debut album saw them work with Guns N’ Roses producer, Mike Clink. From its concept-driven songwriting to the great production, the 10-track LP is a thoughtful body of work. Thematically, it explores the various stages of the protagonist’s journey. “Long Way To Fall”, the second…

  • Listen to The Shadowboxers’ new tracks “Melody” and “Float On By”

    Overwhelmed by solitude during the quarantine period, The Shadowboxers found warmth and companionship in music. This experience formed the inspiration behind the Atlanta alt-pop trio’s new song, “Melody”. The piece is an ode to the power of music. “‘Melody’ is a prayer to the healing power of music – the comfort and kinship that song…

  • With Vaarin set to unveil new EP, hear her latest song “Darling”

    Vaarin is getting ready to release her new EP, Imaginary Movies. The roll-out began last month when the Norwegian singer-songwriter unveiled the first single “Lighthouse”. She then followed it up with the second one, “Darling”. It’s this song that we are sharing with you ahead of the EP. “Darling” is soft, evocative and affectionate. Vaarin…

  • Introducing Nina77; listen to their new song “Tsuyogatte Kudaranai”

    Singer Maki Sakura and musician/producer Shinichiro Kitazawa form the Japanese pop/rock duo Nina77. Based out of Sendai city, the band continues to build a dedicated fanbase. On their YouTube channel, for example, they entertain quite an engaged audience. Their new song “Tsuyogatte Kudaranai” is a great place to start for those just learning about Nina77.…

  • Stream Liquid Bombshell EP by Soulex

    Liquid Bombshell introduces us to the creative world of Atlanta-native singer Soulex (born Lex Lieberman). The Los Angeles-based artist is an exciting addition to the pop music scene. Her bold and confident demeanor contrasts with her moody (and sometimes vulnerable) songs. Liquid Bombshell is an amazing collections of tracks — six to be specific. Each…

  • Micah & Julia reveal new single and video; here is “I Know”

    Netherlands-based indie duo Micah & Julia are already onto their sophomore EP. They say the project was written while they were in lockdown, with the two singer-songwriters noting that “this has been one of our most fragile times in life.” The first single from the EP is already out. Named “I Know”, it came paired…

  • Hear LAIKIPIA’s motivational anthem, “Fly By”

    Just like LAIKIPIA declared in the title of their previous single, ‘the hits keep coming’. The Trans-Atlantic duo’s newest track “Fly By” is just irresistible. It is an upbeat disco-inspired dance-pop track with alluring cosmic vibes. The earnest song is about the aspirations, pitfalls and passions that go into heading out on your own into…

  • Listen: Jackson Breit – “Blood In The Lowtide”

    Jackson Breit did share a piece of indie magic with his latest single, “Blood In The Lowtide”. It is a refreshing blend of pop, rock and hip-hop. On top of his admirable vocals, the US artist got to flaunt his rhyming skills. Altogether, “Blood In The Lowtide” is a bewitching uptempo tune. The track was…

  • Miss Cactus shares debut EP, Luv Mirage

    Luv Mirage is the newly released debut EP by Mexican-American artist Miss Cactus. The 6-track project introduces listeners to her eclectic style, which is influenced by different cultures and eras. She makes a unique brand of alt-R&B which encompasses Latin, Caribbean and modern pop elements, all gelled together by a 70’s aesthetic. Thematically, Luv Mirage…

  • Zayde Wolf’s Neon Blood Type album is out; watch video for “The Reason”

    Zayde Wolf‘s much-awaited new album Neon Blood Type was finally released on May 7. Alongside the LP, the Nashville-based alt-pop musician shared the lead track “The Reason”. He has since unveiled the track’s official music video directed by Aurélien Achache and starring Antoine Cordier, Naima Maurel and Olivier Bordin Neon Blood Type includes previously released…

  • Here is “We Can Fly” by Moscow-based duo Ungs

    “We Can Fly” is a mesmerizing piece of pop/rock from Moscow-based Russian music duo Ungs. This is a new outfit that started out in 2019 and continues to advance their experimental style, which they call ‘the defiant soundscape’. Backed by a dark, electro-infused instrumentation, “We Can Fly” is deeply thought-provoking — and uplifting. Ungs explain,…

  • Rickyleupnext reveals “Til I Die” visuals featuring Deep Green

    Sheffield artist Rickyleupnext once again linked up with fellow British rapper Deep Green for the massive single, “Till I Die”. The grimy song is another great addition to the buzzing UK drill scene. Rickyleupnext’s melodic hook at the beginning doesn’t prepare you for the pair’s aggressive verses that follow. All these are delivered over a…

  • Stream ROE’s debut EP, My Way

    Emerging R&B sensation ROE shared her debut EP My Way earlier this month. The 7-song collection touches on a wide range of topics. Still, the writing is personal. “As an artist I just want to touch people’s lives and be there for every moment and occasion. This project is very special to me. I feel…

  • EDM/House roundup: 10 songs that should go straight into your playlist

    Jarod Glawe x Robin Vane – “Belong To Yo American EDM producer Jarod Glawe‘s latest single “Belong To You” saw him collaborate with Thailand-based Dutch topliner/vocalist Robin Vane. The track also serves as Jarod’s first release on his own label, Blu Ember Music. “Belong To You” is an emotional and uplifting song. About it, the…

  • Mob Rich release their debut album Why No Why

    Maxwell Joseph and Connor Pledger, the Los Angeles-based duo making music as Mob Rich, have finally delivered their debut album titled Why No Why. We were introduced to the outfit in 2019 through their single “Loser“. Back then, they went under the moniker ‘Moby Rich’. One thing that has remained unchanged, though, is their unique,…

  • Watch blackwave.’s new video, “recluse”

    Rapper Jay Atohoun and singer/producer Willem Ardui make music together as blackwave.. For the Antwerp-based Belgian duo, music creation is a painstaking process. They revel in the rewarding beauty of each resulting track, case in point being their latest single (and first release of 2021) “recluse”. Out via Virgin Music, “recluse” is a funky and…