Author: Marcus Adetola

Exploring new music. Explaining it shortly after. Keeping the classics close. Neon Music founder.

Jonah Elias Rindner, also known as Dolo Tonight, sets the mood for an escapade with the sonically pleasing song, Tucson. It’s an immersive track that whisks you to the region of getting lost in the moment. His pop influenced vocals blend into the up-tempo instrumentals and intense summer vibe creating a feeling of FOMO.Listening to Dolo Tonight sing Tucson is a rendezvous not to be missed. Dolo Tonight’s latest single Car Ride out now.

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Good R&B music can never go out of existence, and a stunning reminder is a mellifluous-sounding track Back Around by Ellie Byers x Syon.The two artists demonstrate solid musicianship as they interact flawlessly with good vocal tones. The contrast between them unmistakably adds to the overall appeal of the track.Back Around shines with the sweet elements that encapsulate old-school R&B, yet the song maintains its own identity.The vibe is strong on this track, and it’s one you will want on repeat on your playlist.

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While it’s relatively straightforward for catchy beats and sweet-sounding melodies to capture our airwaves, it’s rare to see rappers embrace their intimate sides and rely on their lyrical ability to stand out. So it’s great to come across South Florida-based rapper LISTENtoSIN with his new track, My Infinite Love featuring Gaby Duran. On the track, LISTENtoSIN effortlessly delivers emotive lyrics that convey feelings of adoration on a soft bed of warm instrumentals with airy vocals from Gaby Duran stirring you to a soulful plane of existence. My Infinite Love is featured in SIN’s new 7 track project, SOUNDS GOOD, which…

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Vienna-based Indie-pop singer/songwriter OSKA is back with Hallucinating ( It’s Normal To Shiver Version), a live recording session of the heartfelt single on her debut album, My World, My Love, Paris. It is a thought-provoking and captivating track that showcases her unique style, versatility, and ability to push boundaries and create original music. The lyrics are clever and introspective, tackling mental health themes and self-discovery. Ten years ago I had an accident. A surfboard ‘surfed’ into my face, and I hallucinated, which was a cool experience I have to say, but it has also kind of haunted me for years and left me with a scar on my…

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Songs have the power to move you, and Until the End by Michael Baker is a fine example. It’s a retro soulful track with a lush atmospheric soundscape that evokes warmth conveying an intense level of vulnerability. Intimate lyrics that are both moody and wistful tug at your core as the emotional vocals from Michael subdue you. Until the End is about the importance of connection. A genuine connection can be highly elusive and almost magical when found. We have found that magical spark in this beautiful track.

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Vocalist/songwriter Lex Stowe and producer Callum Raab stormed 2021 as HËXĖ with their track Call Me, and it looks like they have another exciting year ahead with their new song, Crush.The duo has a good thing going on, as the sugary vocals from Lex do not disappoint, effortlessly merging with the vibrant and up-tempo production from Cal to create an infectious sound.Crush is reminiscent of old-school garage music, shining with all the qualities that once skyrocketed the genre to the top.

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Kubla Kahn captures the moment with the heartfelt track Fly Sometimes. The singer-songwriter wrote the song after a life-altering health experience in 2019 when he was diagnosed with heart failure. The ordeal made him realize life is too short, and there is no reason not to pursue your heart’s desire. For Kubla, it meant it was time to come out of the shadows of writing and producing for other musicians.He successfully fulfills his wish with the self-written and produced track Fly Sometimes, where he openly shares his vulnerability. The track is anthemic with an infectious feel that is uplifting. Kubla…

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Miami-based artist Ike Rhein enlists the help of platinum recording artist Luh Kel on the emotional Messed It Up. It is an atmospheric track layered with heartfelt lyrics and smooth melodic vocals. Both artists bring their A-game to the table as they showcase their abilities sonically. The music video highlights different emotional scenes featuring Ike Rhein, Luh Kel, and their respective partners going through the motions. “The hardest part is that sometimes you’ll never know if someone is right for you until you realize someone was wrong for you.” – Ike Rhein

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Singer-songwriter Jordan Pratt releases the emotional track The Deepest of Blues. He creates a gorgeous soundscape, filled with gentle harmonies created by his warm, heartfelt vocals layer with soft guitar strums. The LA-based folk artist pens a heartfelt and touching chorus, that is comforting with healing qualities. This is a song about loyalty. There is something irreplaceable about “knowing someone is there for you, no matter what. It allows for growth like nothing else. This song is a an assurance of love and trust. For me personally, it’s about dedication to my family.” – Jordan Pratt The Deepest Of Blues…

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The single blue peter by Luke Royalty is a tapestry of sounds and ideas. It reflects on childhood memories and  addresses  issues of  mental health and addiction. It is wistful, with crisp, thoughtful, and honest verses. Although sad in parts, blue peter has an uplifting and infectious melody that pulls it all together.  “There are some nostalgic feelings in there too. I found it quite heartbreaking that we can go from having such minimal trivial worries as a kid and then all of a sudden you’re hearing about old friends having addiction issues.” – Luke Royalty blue peter is the first single from Luke’s…

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