Nigerian British singer/rapper Shaybo is one of the top-rated MCs in the UK, known for spitting mad bars. There is no denying her talent to create a catchy track, and when matched with the group NSG, it’s a vibe.That’s what you get with Don’t Play Me, a mellow Afrobeat track that features the lyricism of Shaybo and the melodious eccentricities of NSG.Don’t Play Me is undoubtedly a cross-over track that has mass appeal. You need to add this to your playlist if you haven’t already.
Author: Marcus Adetola
Marcus Adetola
Exploring new music. Explaining it shortly after. Keeping the classics close. Neon Music founder.
Zoe Konez takes you on a reflective and blissful musical journey to Toony’s Point. She weaves gentle vocals on an intricate soundscape of guitar acoustics that envelopes you with a feeling of warmth. The lush harmonies combined with the lyrics work in tandem, creating an ethereal atmosphere filled with nostalgia. It’s no surprise that Zoe draws inspiration from a Patreon supporter’s day trip on a sailing boat to the East coast of England for a springtime picnic on the beach.Toony’s Point creates a calm and relatable space every listener can find comfort in.
If one artist can take you on a heartbreaking romantic journey, Sam Opoku is perfect for the job. He delivers a vivid and relatable experience with the track Boomerang, creating an infectious sound that holds your attention till the finish.Sam’s mellifluous vocals inhabit the spaces in the instrumentals creating tender melodies that evoke emotions borne from the conflicting feelings involved with a breakup.There is an intricate beauty in the simplicity of the track that showcasesSam Opoku’s versatility as an artist. We are eagerly waiting for his next song. The smurfs never felt no blues like this beforeOh I gotta let…
Xande looks into the abyss with the poignant song Downfall. He bares his soul as he captures the brutality of the reality of a confused state of emotion in turmoil. The vocals are passionate and the lyrics introspective, portraying an internal struggle to survive against all odds. “Being a son & caregiver of my dad that suffers from schizophrenia, makes me see life in a different way. Life can be brutal! No matter what I do every day to help him, he still lives inside his head in another reality where I don’t exist at all. It’s like getting punch…
Gentle by the artist I Used to Be Sam is a deeply emotional song that shines with literal and symbolic enchanting qualities. It’s no surprise considering the inspiration behind it.The artist was formerly known as the acclaimed singer, songwriter, and recording artist Annie Goodchild. The discovery of her pre-adoptive name as Samantha and other heartfelt events led to adopting the name I Used to Be Sam. Although it was an unpleasant experience, she found inspiration and strength to offer a kind hand to all those sharing the same fate. I will hold you if you want and needI will feed…
Brett Castro creates a warm nostalgic feeling with the lush sounds and heartwarming lyrics on his single movies in the backyard.He ignites a fire of fond memories from the past, recalling relatable feel-good moments that transport you into a vivid daydream you want to make your reality. The vocals carry a palpable air of longing for simpler times. “MOVIES IN THE BACKYARD was written on a challenge from my childhood friends to write a song about growing up together in Ohio. We were always running through the woods, singing around the piano, or shooting YouTube videos in their backyard. They…
It’s an intimate affair with the ambient R&B single Dreaming by REGI FLIH as he unlocks unbridled desire. An irresistible dreamy soundscape allures you as REGI’s smouldering voice swims in a bed of intoxicating soft tones infused with sexual intensity. There is no confusion about the song’s intention, especially with the lyrics that burn hot with yearning and uncontrollable lust. However, it maintains a tasteful balance of empowerment and liberation. Dreaming features on REGI FLIH’s new 7-track EP Careless. The mysterious artist relishes in ethereal tones, fluid lines and burning intensity. Each track absorbs you in its ambient atmosphere and…
The rise of Afrobeats has been a long time coming, and the different iterations are a wonder to behold. Tomidrey x Kubla Kahn creates one of these, with Them Boys, an Afropop treat. The track features a rhythmic mix of English, Pidgin, and Yoruba, a native Nigerian dialect, with a particularly catchy chorus.Them Boys echoes wistful chords and dreamy vocals, giving an infectious appeal. Coupled with the sweet melodies and scintillating lyrics on the mid-tempo drum groove makes for an altogether intoxicating soundscape.Both artists bring it on Them Boys with an exceptional delivery.We are looking forward to more collaborations from…
Michael Lane inspires hope with the soothing Ladybug (Sunset Mix). His radiant vocal tones intertwine with gentle and energized guitar instrumentals to create an endearing and lush soundscape. It is a delightful song that evokes feelings of warmth and positivity in droves, and the distinctive theme makes it potently relatable.In our opinion, this is the perfect track to usher us into the new year and to lift the ever-present looming dark clouds of uncertainty.Ladybug originally featured on Michael Lanes 2016 album, The Middle.
The single Clocks by Arewa featuring P Saint burns deep with desire and vulnerability. Although reminiscent in parts to ’90s RnB, Arewa makes the song contemporary with a passionate delivery of intense lyricism sequinned in a haunting atmosphere of infectious sounds. Her duet partner, P Saint, adds to the authenticity with an intensity to match the palpable emotions and vulnerability from Arewa. Clocks is a trip down memory lane to when RnB reigned supreme.