Author: Marcus Adetola

Find inner peace in the soothing harmonies of The Child by Grace Gillespie. With ever-changing sounds with gentle vocals from Grace wrapped around tranquil acoustics, you find yourself transported into a dream-like state. The Child has roots in country blues ballad though the delicate instrumentals give it a touch of folk. The longer you listen to Grace Gillespie, the more you find yourself intoxicated with her velvety raspy vocals. You can probably liken her voice to fine wine (to be sipped and savoured). Grace’s After The Harvest Moon EP is set for release on November 27th.

Khamari contemplates the Other Side with a new single. He reminisces of what a past relationship could be post-breakup. The vocals from Khamari swoons with melancholy on the backdrop of the gentle instrumentals.Though Other Side by all intent sounds like an R&B song, it’s so much more with hints of neo-soul. Jae Stevens adds depth to Other Side on the second chorus with vocals that act as reverb on Khamari’s vocals. Their combination makes for a winning formula.Other Side is the final single for Khamari’s debut EP Eldorado.

Matu releases his thought-provoking new single Out of the Mist, an intimate piece of indie-folk. Out of the Mist depicts salient vulnerabilities that reside in the recess of our minds. The instrumentals carry an air of melancholy, and though one with the vocals, it evokes contrasting emotions. Out of the Mist comes across as a sad song. However, it embraces the victory of having learned a lesson from the journey. Matu is a talented young artist who expresses his emotions thoughtfully in a complex, layered song.

London rapper Enny drops Peng Black Girls ft Amia Brave. She epitomes the idea of what excellence in black culture should be. For a moment, let’s set aside the obvious of her lyrical expertise and delivery on Peng Black Girls. Enny’s conscious assertiveness paints a vivid and undeniable picture of how far society has degraded beauty in black culture. Although the track is titled Peng Black Girls, Enny covers a varying degree of subjects relevant to all genders. Concisely she drops gems of wisdom on her verses, although taking a subtle approach that rings loud and clear in her idiosyncratic…

Filous’s Trying Not to Think About You is an indecisive tale of a breakup. In this song, we see an edgy and experimental electro-pop production from Filous paired with the distinct vocals of Nina Chuba. And what you get is an infectious indie-pop sound with a quirky funk vibe. The chorus stands out on the track with the timing of vocals and instrumentals fitting uncannily, and filling up the spaces on the song with precision. 

Kayvahn x K-Si Yang offer a deluxe R&B sound with I Got U. Kayvahn takes credit for the stunning production on the track that shimmers with lush electronic sounds and an edgy vibe. While the Michigan artist K-Si drops flawless vocals that meld into the beat and instrumentals. It gives I Got U a sultry tone that fits right into the zone. Kayvahn x K-Si Yang has good chemistry, and we hope to see them collaborate in the future.

Daymo gets you in your feelings with October. As Summer feels like a distant memory, October presents an opportunity to reminisce on the past and look forward to the future.Daymo delivers a stunning lo-fi sound to carry you on this journey. His warm vocals drift with an air of ease on the stripped back instrumentals. All the more intensifying is the feeling of nostalgia that reflects the season. The timing could not have been any better with this October release. This track is one to be featured on every Fall playlist and more.

Drive into the sunset with Save You by Steffon as it shines with warm rays of goodness. The blissful melody from the lush acoustics and vocals is delightfully listenable and wholly enjoyable. The lyrics of Save You have a vulnerability but they shimmer and glow. There is a relatable quality to the track, and Steffon’s delivery and stripped back feel gracefully conveys the emotions. “This song is about wishing you could do more for someone besides being there and listening. If you or someone you know is going through a hard time, then this song is for you. I hope…

Witness the new dawn of heavenly music with Late Summer by EllaHarp. It is the latest single from the harpist, singer-songwriter with qualities of a divine nature. EllaHarp’s intimate vocals delicately occupy the space between the ethereal sounds that slowly trickle forth from the harp. It evokes emotions that whirl and swirl, in turn, creating a blissful feeling that transcends mortal boundaries. EllaHarp keeps you mesmerized and tethered to every utterance and instrumentation in Late Summer as it manifests eternal beauty.

Moyka charts the ever-changing course of heartbreak with her new single I Don’t Wanna Hold On. Her vocals waft delicately on the gentle acoustics with melancholy, as she solemnly reaffirms her decision to move on. The breaking up of a relationship can turn your whole world upside down and trigger all sorts of painful and unsettling emotions. Moyka traverses this space filled with deep bonds and memories gracefully, carrying a deep sense of regret that is relatable to anyone who has suffered the misfortune of heartbreak.I Don’t Wanna Hold On is a beautiful piece of music that offers a sense…