Author: Marcus Adetola

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBh_nRw4YGs&feature=youtu.be Stick Around with Nirob Islam to satisfy your sweet melody cravings. Nirob can make any collection of words sound mellifluous, and he has done just that on his new song. It’s inspirational with positive lyrics and uplifting vocals.  “Stick Around… Good times just behind the corner…”  Nirob Islam’s signature flow with R&B aesthetics and pop appeal shine through on Stick Around. He stays true to his precepts of being humble and big on family values. Neon Music had an interview with Nirob under the name of Shy Nodi in 2018, where he touches on the subject. His new music video for Stick Around portrays…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KvLRsv8z7w Problem by Alex Mali is an earworm of a song, and it will get stuck in your head for good reasons. It’s not just the catchy chorus or the relatable concept of the track. Everything about Problem stands out – from the rhythmic tribal-like drums with elements of trap and R&B to Alex Mali’s lyrical and vocal prowess. Ringing, ringing, ringing off my cellular See I’m getting better while you getting worst When’s the last time we spoke on the regular? (Regular) Now you acting all kinds of familiar When I needed help, you looked the other way If you made your bed there, then that’s where you’ll…

Heaven Only Knows by Simon Lewis embodies hope beyond heartbreak. Heartbreak is inevitable itself, so is the metamorphosis that comes after such a harrowing experience. With a harmonic resonance to stop time, Simon renders an uplifting and charismatic piece to mend a broken heart. “This song is about this particular harsh feeling of loss, we feel whenever we have to leave the ones we love, but its also about new beginnings and the hope that lies beyond. It’s not just about loving someone, it’s also about allowing yourself to be loved.” – Simon Lewis With soft, raw vocals and rippling…

April Fool is a heartwarming eulogy by Tiz McNamara dedicated to his brother, and father who passed away at an early stage of his life. At the same time, he doesn’t fail to acknowledge his mother as she brought him into this world. It is an emotionally sensitive song, sure to build a rush of emotions, particularly for anyone who has suffered a loss. The somber acoustic instrumentals play a warm host to the poignant lyrics that narrate his loss. “It’s too much to take in as a child” Tiz’s vocals have a rawness that brings April Fool to life,…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kwprDc_VXc DYLYN takes a trip down the dark side with Something To Lose. The ominous piano keys, paired with simple drums, create a feeling of angst perfect for DYLYN’s introspective journey confronting her innermost thoughts and fears on a relationship. She delivers an edgy performance both visually and sonically, cultivating the necessary emotion to connect to the listener. The lyrics are about restraining ones self because something suddenly makes sense inside and you realise you have something to lose. There is a confidence in DYLYN’s vocals that is just magnetic. And the continuous piano keys in the background are a…

Erik Frank returns with Miami, another smooth R&B groove just over a month of releasing Paradise on Valentine’s Day. Miami carries waves of nostalgia and reflects on the past Eric left behind. Forlorn emotions saturate Miami as Eric sings in a voice filled with longing of an intimate desire to revisit the past. The melody is poignant, and electronic tones in the instrumentals further intensify the feeling. As usual, you know what to expect from Erik as he delivers on an intensity that is engrossing and entertaining. Miami shows that no matter how far we go, distance can never erase the…

Nate Le delves into his vulnerabilities on Seul. With haunting instrumentals that resonate and fan Nate’s poignant lyrics, Nate Le narrates dark propensities in his life due to his questionable upbringing. Seul features bittersweet embellishments with a seductive melody which is pinned on dark undertones. I know this life is never safe and I’m not someone you could save. In my back I keep a blade. I pray to God to keep my brave because I could never die afraid. So why haven’t I found you? When bad habits surround you? You’re screaming out but its soundproof. Now I have…

Mason Holiday takes us on a soulful spin One More Time. The acoustic guitar, bass, and softly-brushed drums are the perfect accompaniments, as the well-spaced strings whirl around Mason’s soft and delicate vocals. He manages to stop time during the performance. One More Time is not overbearing, letting the emotion trickle in droplets. The piano keys add an element of jazz injecting sophistication and class making it a more treasured moment. Time flies when you are having fun, especially with loved ones. No wonder Mason Holiday wants to stay in that moment, and on One More Time, he shows us…

LORENNA equates finding love to Window Shopping using exquisite and subtle tones. She constructs a vivid representation of the search for love using remarkable distinct sounds. The emotion of the song is intense as she sings at a steady pace manipulating the flow of the tempo gliding graceful with the instrumentals to convey her message. In some way, it expresses the pain-staking observation of things you long to possess. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtUBNxsyJ0U I just want to try you on Know what you feel like Won’t take your tags off I’ll return you when it’s time I just want to feel your love…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQyLl5gkyK8 Ollie’s You & I is a love letter to the future past. On You & I, Ollie reminisces on past misadventures and how he tries to make restitution. And he does so with aplomb immersing and engaging the audience in his heartfelt lyrical narrative. The track plays out like a love letter with lines that are catchy and encapsulate relatable feelings of melancholy. “Finding a balance in life and giving the people we love everything we know they deserve can be difficult at times, but through it all you stick by them. You wouldn’t trade the time you’ve spent by…