Some rappers know how to make lyrics come alive, and G Smoove happens to have a penchant for accomplishing this with ease. He delivers this on his new track, Slumlordz, focusing his aggression lyrically as he tells his truth. The backdrop instrumentals are insane as the track draws you in, raising the musicality bar. However, the main credits still go to G Smoove as his delivery makes the track endearing. And not to mention the catchy hook. Listening to Slumlordz builds up inner confidence to go out and tear sh*t up. Slumlordz is out now.
Author: Marcus Adetola
Marcus Adetola
Exploring new music. Explaining it shortly after. Keeping the classics close. Neon Music founder.
UK rapper TiZ East comes through with a bang with Gbosa. Interestingly Gbosa is Nigerian slang that means loud sound. And, Gbosa resonates like a bang, literally. The song arrangement on Gbosa stands out, giving it a unique feel with the precursor of tasty guitar licks starting the track to the combination of drums and punchy lyricism that sets the song alight. It is relevant to mention the catchy hook that gives Gbosa an anthemic feel. Listen to Gbosa out now.
On 3 Hours On, Singaporean singer-songwriter Linying takes you through the motions of a breakup. With poignant lyrics that ripple in the stillness of eternity, Linying delivers a relatable and vulnerable experience. Then we’ll wake upThen we’ll be civilBut even I’m not naive enough to believeAll our curses and sighsWhen the lights go out early mean nothingYou know the look in my eyesWhen there’s an uprising in my headThe gulf in our bedGrows by the dayAnd still, we trail, and trail, and trail, and trail Her gentle vocals glide in the minimalist instrumentals and atmospheric soundscape, encapsulating feelings of heartbreak,…
Birmingham rap artist Wohdee comes correct with infectious drill track WAUWW. She puts on an excellent performance taking no prisoners with her fluid and quick-witted rhyme scheme. Wohdee takes control of the track like a veteran drill MC making mincemeat of the trap beat, although it is her first drill track. “I had never made a drill song before, and I wanted to make one, but change the narrative a bit, since I’m not involved in the drill type of lifestyle lol. I remember being at my job thinking of double entendres for drill slang like ‘splash’, ‘dip’, ‘run man…
As memories become faint, we romanticize the past, wishing for the good old days and forget to pay attention to what lies ahead. Isabelle Fries paints a relatable and vivid picture with her new single Scrapbook. Isabelle’s voice hits you like a warm breeze on a clear summer sky as it glides surreptitiously on the soft instrumentals taking you back to comforting memories you want to hold on to forever. The warm and heartfelt lyrics provide the perfect guide down memory lane, also propelling you to long for an open heart and a return to innocence. “This song for me…
If you are a fan of lush atmospheric sounds, Serotonin by LUCA should be on your playlist. There is no denying the smoothness of the gentle vocals and guitar riffs on the track. Serotonin is an eclectic sound with elements of Neo-soul and R&B. It is the first entry by LUCA into the world of performing as an artist. Since this is his debut track, you can imagine LUCA has lots in store to offer.
If you crave classic chill R&B songs, Lost One by Adria Kain is a contemporary gem that has the potential to stand the test of time. It ticks all the right boxes as it has everything that makes R&B a formidable genre.Adria Kain weaves heartfelt and wistful vocals on a bed of lush instrumentals creating an intimate moment of reflection in time.The melody, arrangement, storytelling, and delivery hit the mark. Rarely are you at the mercy of a song that vibrates in the fiber of your being, and Adria Kain accomplishes it seamlessly with Lost One.
Dempsey Bolton drops an experimental and infectious track, Love Me. He creates an intricate layer of sounds with an arrangement that showcases his talents as an artist. As he heavily relies on his lyrics and delivery rather than instrumentals. This is a good thing, as it allows the emotions in the song to resonate loudly. Love me has an atmospheric vibe that is intriguing and captivating. And when the instrumentals do come in, they only accentuate the overall feeling of the track. Love Me is an inner monologue filled with every thought I’ve ever had after a traumatic breakup. -…
Opia, a mid-tempo ballad by Ramir, shines with an innate intensity. Sure to strike a chord with lonely hearts, the dreamy instrumentals set the backdrop for the pop-infused emotional lyrics that carry a hint of melancholy. However, the warm melody gracefully provides an air of comfort to the feeling of longing that lies abound in the song. The heartfelt vocals from Ramir add to the vulnerability of Opia. Overall, Opia is somber, though it has a hypnotic quality that gets you hooked.
Haystack by Anjelica x RMR is akin to the perfect synchronization of captivating sounds that flow distinctly. Both artists deliver exceptional performances complementing each other while creating a dark atmospheric vibe. The lyrics are deep and highly relatable, with a characteristic aesthetic sound sure to resonate loudly.The music video adds to the appeal of the song. It would be great to see this duo collaborate again. Haystack is out now.