“THERE ARE NO RULES – THERE ARE NO LIMITS – JUST BE YOURSELF AT ALL COSTS” Ryan De La Cruz returns with the effortlessly cool R&B single ‘Stubborn’, the second single off his forthcoming and long-awaited Mixtape ‘Syko’ – a 5-track testament to accepting the craziness we all have within us, and it did not disappoint. ‘Stubborn’ starts with a calm introduction that combines a charming melody and a soft repetitive percussion beat, which lays the foundation for a seemingly tranquil piece. We’re pleasantly surprised by the joining of a short, but beautiful harmony that leads into the increased tempo…
Author: Grace Lovejoy
Following the release of their previous singles ‘Celebrate’ and ‘Tubes’, Lee Bowie is back with a bang and it’s no surprise that their latest single ‘Jesus’ is packed with the kind of electro-pop energy that we all need to pull us out of our post-Summer blues. ‘Jesus’ is a track filled with vibrancy, fun and is exhilarating from start to finish. With distinctive vocals laced over a fast-paced, heavily energetic beat and melody, it is certainly a tune you’ll have on repeat. Delving deeper into the thought process behind the track, the duo explains; “Jesus is the ultimate good guy…
Following the previous two Café Kitsuné mixes by Pat Lok and Jerry Bouthier, Kitsuné Musique has announced the third chapter of the Café Kitsuné Mix by the acclaimed Australian DJ and producer, Young Franco, and it’s truly the slice of sun we all need during the summer months. Incorporating a range of genres, such as house, disco, synth-pop, afro-jazz and funk, Young Franco has stayed true to Kitsuné’s staple of supporting new artists by showcasing up and coming talent, that have a range of distinctive styles and approaches to their music. You can tell the new Mix is incredibly well crafted and thought out for the season we’re currently in, as it…
Following on from the release of her 2018 single ‘Love Me Right’, London based soul singer and songwriter J.A.E returns with the incredibly catchy new single ‘Poison’ and it’s taking us on a nostalgic journey back to what true nineties R&B soul was all about. With the pairing of J.A.E’s sultry vocals and a cool, calming beat which repeats throughout the track, it’s hard not to sink into this soulful masterpiece. The sound is most definitely rooted in soul, yet it’s laced with hints of hip-hop and R&B, that in turn creates a beautiful balance between an old-school and modern…
If you haven’t yet heard of BAELY, you are about to remember his debut single ‘Talking to the Walls’, a beautifully crafted R&B track that is infused with hints of soul and electronic sounds. With the introduction of a cool bass line and a repetitive percussion beat, the tone is set for a seemingly calm and mellowed tune, however this couldn’t be further from the truth, as we are later joined by an explosion of synths and echoing backing vocals that create the perfect base for BAELY’s incredibly powerful and soulful voice. The fiery and volatile instrumentation of this tune…
There is something quite moving about the change of atmosphere that occurs when a collective of people awaiting their favourite band in a dark underground bar, beer in hand, calmly conversing, notice the brief shadow of a possible band member about to approach the stage, resulting in a roar of love and adoration. You know it’s going to be one hell of a show when you hear the approval of the performance before it has even begun. The King’s Parade is just one of those bands that possess the ability to captivate an audience, not only by their incredibly soulful…
Creative genius Lenzman gifts us with his incredibly versatile single ‘Rain’ featuring the talented hip-hop duo Children of Zeus. It’s the second release from Lenzman’s brand new ‘Bobby’ LP out now via Goldie’s Metalheadz label. This hip-hop infused track begins with energised and fast-paced percussion beats which are accompanied by a complete contrast of delicate and laid-back piano chords, creating a build of suspension for the listener, as you really cannot anticipate which direction the music is about to take you. Pulling us in further, Children of Zeus joins to inject some soul into the mix with their beautiful, sunny-sounding vocals,…
Scottish singer-songwriter Tommy Ashby brings us ‘Cocoon’ the first single from his forthcoming ‘Golden Arrow’ EP, which is set to be released April 2019 and it’s truly stunning. I’m not sure whether it’s the delicacy of the piano melody or Tommy Ashby’s hauntingly beautiful vocals that create the ambiance of peace and tranquillity, but something about this track just makes you and all your troubles melt away. Perhaps it’s the combination of both. Being such a raw and stripped back track that is laced in emotive language, it’s hard not to sink into its sound. Tommy shares that most of…
Following the release of his debut single ‘Rippling’, multitalented singer, songwriter and producer Cubbi continues to build momentum with the release of ‘GTFO’, an infectious tune that is musically and lyrically gripping. It’s a fast-paced and exciting track filled with fresh indie-electric beats repeating throughout that complements Cubbi’s delicate yet assertive voice. Pair these two together and you’ve got one hell of an enticingly authentic sound. However, Cubbi’s music goes deeper than the surface. Delving into personal and controversial topics, such as sexuality, drug abuse, and mental illness, Cubbi explores a raw and intimate look into life and the struggles…
The deliciousness that is ‘Silver Spoon’ is Kill J’s first release of 2019 from their new album, ‘Superposition’ and it’s bringing us that ultra-sweet, slice of art pop we didn’t know we needed. Our attention is first grabbed in the intro by an almost siren-like sound, having us believe we are being set up for a more serious tone, similar to Kill J’s earlier releases ‘Strange Fruits of The Sea’ and ‘Dead Weight Soldier’, only to be pleasantly surprised by a delicate and beautiful melody, which is accompanied by a repetitive percussion beat that gradually builds throughout. We’re introduced to…