Author: Marcus Adetola

BORDERLINES by Toronto-based artist Charmaine is inspiring and radiates hope and positivity. It’s a motivational anthem and you can’t help but be hyped up when you listen to her confidently wax non-stop lyrical poetry and weave a melodic hook on the infectious beat like a Hip-hop veteran. Charmaine is Zimbabwe-born and relocated to North America with her family. Having a difficult upbringing due to the move has not stopped this young artist from excelling in her craft, as she is the first woman to win “Rap Single of the Year” at the 2022 Juno Awards for her darkly menacing single…

We are excited about the single leave her from London-based trio kid apollo and their accompanying self-directed video.  The track offers a spectacular glimpse of what teenage life is like in London, although we are pretty sure others would find it relatable. Their calming blend of R&B, lo-fi, and electronica can be described as soothing and introspective, and the perfect antidote for the anxious, and perpetually online minds and emotional conflicts that young adults contend with. The carefully measured down-tempo pace, delicate vocals on the soft drums, and laidback instrumentals create a dreamy and melodic soundscape that is alluring. Speaking on the song’s lyrical…

Award-winning and multi-platinum-selling R&B music artist, Rowlene returns with an incredibly sexy new track, Would You Like That. On the track, Rowlene entices listeners with compelling sexual innuendo amplified by her distinct, harmonized vocals on an ethereal soundscape. The single is an exciting fusion of different genres which foreshadows what is yet to come from this versatile artist. “I’m a multidimensional independent female artist who aims on taking over the world one song at a time. ‘Would You Like That’ is a track about confidently living in the moment. It’s sensual with a bit of R&B and Afro-Fusion. The moody…

Just A Boy is the captivating new ballad from the Vancouver-based singer-songwriter DYLYN. The track features on her 13-track debut record, The Sixty90s. DYLYN shares her thoughts about her upcoming album, “I’m referencing two of my favorite eras, it’s not confined or boxed into one or the other. The fusion revealed itself as the songwriting and production developed. It naturally took on a darker vintage yet futuristic edge” Just A Boy is a mesh of qualities stoked with nostalgia and melancholy form the overt shoegaze sounds that come alive with intense lyricism and dreamy vocals evoking a deep sense of poignant emotions that…

The indie-folk ballad Waterfalls by singer-songwriter Atli is bound to heal broken hearts. Everything about the track is comforting. The gentle guitar acoustics set the perfect backdrop for the warm and nostalgic vocals that are heartfelt.In the song, Atli reminisces about a break-up and shows his longing to get back together with captivating lyrics you cannot help but find relatable. I’ve been chasing down waterfallsAll summer longChasing a storm that’s goneI’ve been calling you upCause I wrote us a songI know Break-ups can be hard emotionally, but there is comfort in knowing you are not alone. Especially when you have…

Karl Zine drops the eclectic and mesmerising song Beach Towel as he flexes fearlessness in the song creation. Beach Towel is a creative powerhouse that effortlessly explores the sonic landscape of pop, R&B, and electronic-tinged pop with beguiling and nostalgic vocals.The track takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride punctuated by pulsating, atmospheric soundscapes and moments of heartfelt lyrical sensibility.”This song is about peach couches, one-trick ponies, underwater speakers, psychoanalytical concepts of signifiers, God, love, failure, wretchedness, and a passing reference to Darling Nikki by Prince”. – Karl ZineMost songs follow similar arrangements, but Karl dares to do differently and succeeds…

Efi Cruise is back with Delilah, a smooth Afrofusion song that features an eclectic soundscape that blends delicious Nigerian rhythms of Highlife and elements of soul music. The Afro-groove crooner displays sublime artistry as he weaves infectious and captivating lyrics on a bed of intoxicating jazz-infused instrumentals. It’s a sensual affair, as he takes you on a pulsating journey of pursuing a love interest. Delilah is dripping with attitude and serves as a statement of his creativity, making him one of the Afrobeats artists to watch.

Atlanta-based artists LOCS recently dropped his new EP ARRIVAL with D4TC as the focus track. His unique tone, energy, insane lyricism, and technical ability on the drum rolls grab your attention. After the hook in the intro, LOCS goes straight in with the confidence and swagger of a rap veteran charged up with braggadocious lines as he makes his intentions clear that he is here to stay in the rap game. “D4TC’ was a special track I created right before the pandemic in 2020, I always knew it needed a proper roll out and strategy behind it. I sat on the song for 2 years before…

The collective KTLO (Keep The Lights On) shows vulnerability and intimacy in the song I’ll See You Again as they explore themes of love and desire. The track boasts modern production infused with retro qualities and an infectious melody to complete it. Although the lyrics are not complex, it is an intoxicating affair with the backdrop of a sensual and atmospheric soundscape colliding with smooth RnB-laden vocals that breathe a flirty tone into the song. KTLO is a full-spectrum launchpad that allows “dream big” projects and collaborators to flourish. The collective’s first output started as an artist retreat and blossomed into a full EP.…

Super talented rap emcees known as Xuper Heru drop the highly impactful album HERU featuring artists including High Sunday, Genesis Da God, and Bison.It’s a Hip-Hop masterclass with excellent flow and delivery that is hard-hitting with soulful boom-bap production and a conscious appeal that would make anyone a true rap believer. The album features 12 exciting and dynamic songs, including two skits offering intensity and energy with a profound ideology to keep you glued to your headphones. Highlights include the dynamic METRONOME, GERONIMO, and HOMEGROWN. The rap trio effortlessly cover several issues on HERU, maintaining its momentum, which does not…