The vulnerability of Call Me by Samica radiates authenticity. The song is about leaving the security blanket of a relationship and the anticipation of loneliness. With an intoxicating melody tinged with an evident fear of rejection merged with intensely emotional lyrics that surmise palpable detachment. Samica steals the show with her expressive vocals that shine immensely. Her R&B vocals meander their way gently wrapping around the somber acoustics, intertwining at key points flowing in unison. This creates a believable and powerful atmosphere filled with uncertainties and risks.
Author: Marcus Adetola
Marcus Adetola
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Ronnie Lott and Kirko Bangz go all sentimental with Over Your Side. The track features the combined effort of two Texan natives focusing on a positive outlook in a relationship. They spin a tale soaked with nostalgia with catchy lyrics, reminiscing of implicit values in a good relationship. The beat and instrumentals complement the flow on the track, echoing the prevalent sentiments. Over Your Side is a hip-hop track with pop sensibilities with R&B qualities thrown in for good measure.
Stay woke to the words of Different Coast on React. The duo consisting of F.E the rapper, and Marvelic as the singer, take you on a journey basked with resonating messages of enlightenment. “Wrote this song about moving through negativity and be careful with how you react to it. There’s a reason a lot of people say make your moves in silent. I wrote this to really capture that energy, it’s all about how you react.” The artists conjure a reflective vibe with adept lyricism layered on a bed of mellow instrumentals to express themselves. Also, armed with an infectious…
Doin the Most by NOVO X Ayüü bursts with a myriad of sounds that comes across as genre-bending. There are influences from different countries including Egypt, Nigeria, and Spain that shine brightly. The infectious vocals and lyrics from both artists are the driving force on the track, as they flow fluidly on the well-mixed instrumentals. And with a strong hook to match, it comes across as captivating. Swear I’ve been doin the most Couple shots and a little dose (Then they fold) Got me hanging by the rope Probably won’t pick up the phone Singer-songwriter NOVO of Egyptian descent wrote…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhcTb5JgitE Knife by Dana Williams weaves an epitome of joy as she severs ties in an unhappy relationship. Dana’s quirky vocals simmer with an ambiance that radiates delight on the groovy instrumentals. Knife flourishes with the breath of newfound freedom in both sound and visuals. The in-depth lyrics resonate with Dana’s cadence coming across as soulful. it was the happiest day of my life just like the perfectly sharpened blade of a knife The visuals for Knife have a retro feel which reflects Dana’s vocals. She shot the music video during the pandemic while she isolated in her Los Angeles…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTAr_uhAFYc The harmonies on Take It Home by Jenna & the Janes traverse space and time. The song reminds you of lush country music from a forlorn era. Jenna’s gentle vocals settle delicately on the guitar acoustics intrepidly filling the sparse spaces in-between. As the sweet and memorable melodies sink into your senses, the feel of nostalgia grows premeditatedly at a steady pace as you listen on. There is an eerie feel about it that is intoxicating, and it lingers with you even after the song ends. Take It Home flourishes with folk tendencies that leave you enamored by Jenna…
Dax vamps out on his latest single My Heart Hurts. With vulnerability in the lyrics and a delivery that consumes you, he takes you through the motions of falling out of love. It’s a sobering drive through heartbreak motel, visualized with a dramatic performance. Dax captures the essence of the song in the vampiric scenes in the video. Rendering it engaging and holding your curiosity to find how it ends. It’s another sure-fire outing from Dax, who has a flair for the dramatic in both his visuals and lyrics.
Tropic reveals the infectious Secret tinged with R&B consistencies that hits you with harmonious electronic sound waves. It is truly a match made in heaven for the New York-based duo electronic producer & DJ, Phuse, and R&B singer/songwriter Jo-B Sebastian. Secret has the intricacies of old school jams you hardly hear today. Both the beat and vocals shimmer, raising the mood on the track. The velvety delivery from Jo-B intertwines intimately with the electronic instrumentals, reflecting the narrative of the song. It burrows into you seductively with an infectious bop. “Our latest single Secret delves into the duality of embracing…
New Mexico Sunrise is an ode to friendship by Kate Vogel. She shares a loving tribute for a dear friend, whom she lost to a fatal car crash. Kate takes you on a heart-wrenching journey saturated with the nostalgia of friendship. She narrates times shared in the companionship of her friend, recalling treasured memories of the places visited together. But then the hands of time took you too soon And we’re just left here with the ghost of you Kate Vogel’s vulnerable vocals and the sentimental instrumentals drive New Mexico Sunrise. It is a warm and heartfelt song that holds…
http://youtu.be/GWK5zWXBteA The lessons of Momma Said by M3L ft. 3409 is for everyone willing to listen. With an eerie beat to set the tone, the Toronto based recording artist shares tenets based on the laws of karma. 3409 joins M3L on the track, with both artists weaving lyrics that flow seamlessly and passionately over the ominous beat. It’s a reflective tale of M3L’sjourney through life and relationships. He doesn’t go into specific experiences but it is left to the listener to make their own conclusion. Each brings a uniqueness to the forefront making the song memorable and catchy. Momma Said…