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https://open.spotify.com/track/2XbwxcmPQrc4uL6KgrWr2y You probably already know who Roots of Creation are. Aipate has featured the Billboard-charting reggae/dub band in the past. This time, the outfit decided to reimagine Grateful Dub's 1974 alt-rock classic, "Scarlet Begonias", serving up a lovely record in the process. Roots of Creation's version starts with an insane bassline, incorporating layers of instrumental…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2ytRJGVKVqrirV9m7TN4MO Charlotte Morris wears her introspective hat whenever she's writing, pouring her heart and soul onto each track. We got introduced to her last month when she released "Villain". With her latest single, "Raised by a Woman", the Nashville-based artist delivers a soul-stirring ode to strong women, solemnly showering them with appreciation. The song is…
https://open.spotify.com/track/7E6KF4tYddZGxtBqv9J7YA Canadian DJ/producer BLOND:ISH teamed up with Insomniac Records to release her newest offering, "Can't Let You Go". The vibrant afro-house track features Zimbabwean singer Bantu on vocals, and generally sounds amazing. In times of style, it embodies a masterful blend of house and pop. "Can't Let You Go" is lifted from BLOND:ISH's planned album,…
Image via FB Ahead of Snoop Dogg's upcoming album titled Missionary, the West Coast rap legend has shared new single, "Outta Da Blue", feat. Dr. Dre and Alus. "Outta Da Blue" is everything we expected from the longtime collaborators. Excitingly, Missionary is entirely produced by Dr. Dre. I can't wait to hear the whole album.…
https://open.spotify.com/track/3HVk3y6fLn4IqQxIEUJDDR Not every breakup must result in lots of bile and resentment. Sometimes, a more positive perspective should be explored. American indie-pop singer Ian Biggs delves into this with his latest single, "The End". He shares, "This song is about two people being grateful for the time they had together rather than lamenting that their…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2VLEzBrvDZBkn18oLA9ikJ Japanese influence features prominently in Joji Chissu's music and visual style. The Netherlands-based artist fuses disco, funk and jazz to create songs that are extra groovy. His newest offering "Fatal Passion" is an incontestable dancefloor-filler. You'll be wowed by the song's amazing bassline, lovely synths and charming vocals. As implied by the title, "Fatal…
https://open.spotify.com/track/0gwtQ2LQy3VeyPeR7DWpzJ Kailaya's "To Be Loved By You" shows listeners that it's possible to walk out of situations that don't serve them. The most recent single from Los Angeles-based artist Kailaya finds her letting go of unrequited love and reclaiming her power. And, although "To Be Loved By You" delves into the artist's personal experiences, its…
https://youtu.be/unuHBn_y9Ac TMPST's brand of melodic house is so charming that it has earned him support from the likes of Nora En Pure, Nicky Romero and EDX. The rising producer's newest single "Magic" is likely to get new listeners hooked. "Magic" saw him link up with fellow Swedish musician Phil Odd as well as American DJ…
Texas-native guitarist & singer-songwriter Michael Lee grew up listening to lots of blues. Over the years, he has honed his craft, even appearing on Season 15 of NBC's The Voice. Now, with his band named Michael Lee & The Wartime Limousine, he presents a new cover EP in which he marries his love for soul…
https://open.spotify.com/track/5IZhGLRqrQ7MzJ1fIJltRc T-Groove & George Kano Experience is a new Japanese project formed by modern disco producer T-Groove and drummer George Kano. With bunch of releases already out, including the 2022 album, Lady Champagne, they continue to explore the fusion of funk, soul and disco. T-Groove & George Kano Experience are back with a new single…
Five years after her debut, Soaky Siren is now one of most sought-after vocalists in the dance/pop scene (Aipate premiered her second single "Upside Down" in 2019). The Bahamian artist recently linked up with global dance music icon Tiësto (Netherlands) for a new song called "Tantalizing". For Tiësto, who tends to incorporate various influences into…
https://open.spotify.com/track/78L8Ht80ZwZxmQdLOQPgTz For his most recent single "We Beat As One", UK singer-songwriter Alex Francis teamed up with award-winning producers Mark Taylor and Patrick Mascall (Metrophonic Music). This is the artist's his first release on the newly minted Stanley Park Records. "We Beat As One" is a soulful pop/rock anthem brimming with soaring melodies. Lyrically, Francis…
Hailing from Ankara, Turkey is this amazing band called Soft Analog. The musical outfit which was formed in 2019 has built a reputation around their hypnotising blend of disco, funk and synthwave. Millions of streams later, their music still sounds super fresh. Their most recent effort, "I've Been Fallin'", is especially mesmeric. The electro pop…
https://youtu.be/n4v2ZVuafqQ Released a month ago, "Y'r Ghost" is Mobley's first new single in a long while. With this one, the indie singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist crafted a captivating tune that continues the concept and style of his 2022 EP, Cry Havoc!. “‘Y’r Ghost’ marks the return of Jacob Creedmoor, the protagonist from Cry Havoc!," Mobley shares,…
https://open.spotify.com/track/7BPRGP4aOZjpMxvcXM1tin Philadelphia-based rapper NovA is currently working on a new project titled Dark Was The Night. Recently, he shared the single "Hell On Earth", which features The Lox member (and one of my favourite emcees) Styles P. "Hell On Earth" talks about the resilience needed to survive urban life. NovA and P offer raw, first-person…
As an actor, Phillip Johnson Richardson has done an amazing job with his television roles. The Charlotte-raided US artist also impresses when it comes to music, where he goes under the moniker Phil.. He recently released a soulful hip hop cut called "whiskey neat". https://open.spotify.com/track/1o9mIwY4oVBalrNjDOMYsY "whiskey neat" is quite a lovely song. Phil.'s playfully seductive…
https://open.spotify.com/track/1aKuElM64mzOVJYcp09JlF Nordic artists make some of the catchiest pop song's you'll ever hear. Eager to keep that tradition alive is Danish newcomer beno who made his debut a couple of months ago with the song "somebody". The Aarhus native (birth-name Jens Skinbjerg) co-produced the track with Anders Bager, filling it will bright melodies that suit…
Australian indie-rockers SPACE&AGES are worth checking out. The Brisbane-based quartet combines their penchant for melodies with an adventurous spirit to create music that is both catchy and thrilling. "Puzzle Piece" is the band's latest release -- and fourth of 2024. https://open.spotify.com/track/1lkzdFNPsLE9ZmRWJ1i0qW "Puzzle Piece" arrives with a B-side called "Bittersweet". There's a stark contrast in mood between the…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2Uwth76CM1b9Gvs3ZMXDaD Anna Richter's entry into the pop scene has been quite exciting. After stirring our hearts with "Out of Here", the independent Icelandic artist returns with a dreamy, soulful pop cut, "Got Me Feeling Like". The new song is filled with lots of passion. The lyric 'Every time I think of you, my head goes…
https://open.spotify.com/track/7fCVdYedCYhSX1RmrjG9Pc The newest single from New Jersey-raised indie-pop singer Lily Lyon is a tasty slice of dance-pop music. "Guilty" is profoundly disco-inspired and contagiously funky. Lily being of Brazilian descent, the musical influences are easily discernible. In fact, she calls her style 'Brazilian Indie Pop'. Anyway, this track's innovative production embodies a collision of past…
https://open.spotify.com/track/4pCV40zmUj42DloEv5nqk8 Frequent collaborators Padre Tóxico (producer) and Awon (emcee) are back with another boom-bap song. They named this one "Greatness". Known for crafting head-nodding beats, Padre didn't miss the mark on this one, as expected. Built around an expressive piano loop, the instrumental track provides a cue to Awon, inspiring him to bask in 'greatness'.…
https://open.spotify.com/track/5J9JzqFuIo8cjybuELMN6l Rising UK soulful singer Beth Morris (also known as Luna LePage) recently dropped a scintillating track called "Hooked On The Line". Although written at the tail-end of a toxic relationship, the jazz-inflected track sounds fun and playful. "Hooked On The Line" features a catchy, addictive hook. Beth's sultry delivery and delightful vocal harmonies show…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2dpNGccPP3Ny1jqwcjtQS8 Burgeoning singer-songwriter Piper Butcher has been making waves in her home country of Australia. If her enormous talent and charming stage presence is anything to go by, pretty soon, music fans worldwide will begin to notice. In fact, the artist's newest single, "Through the Night", finds her on a tour of the Australian state…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2LAFvXJMP6xewnvpSPCCJF With each new release, Bantwanas contribute to a fresh perspective in Afro house. The South African music collective's latest single, "Akanayo", encapsulates their innovative spirit. With this song, Bantwanas have crafted a vibrant yet uplifting tune packed with pulsating rhythms and melodic elements. A remix by Milan-based producer Ivory has also been released, further…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUVoHrsQFpk In case you don't already know them, Trudy and the Romance are a UK indie band fronted by singer-songwriter Oliver Taylor. Last week, the outfit presented fans with a new album titled Blue Thunder. 11 tracks long, and released by B3SCI Records, the LP sees Trudy and the Romance take a new sonic direction.…
https://youtu.be/t9MkEHiptXY "Keep On Moving Up" by Sapporo-born dance musician Qrion is the uplifting anthem we all need in our lives. Japanese DJ/producer Qrion has been quite an inspiration for many, even being recognized by Forbes, who added her in their Japan 30 Under 30 list. The US-based musician has an uplifting new song which I…
https://youtu.be/QsdEX-fbHAg On the back of a successful EP rollout, genre-bending singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Bryant Barnes releases another magnificent alt-R&B track. Christened “Is This Love To You”, the new song is out on Mercury Records. Delicate piano keys and an emotive vocal delivery characterize this song. You will find Bryant embracing his signature vulnerability as he…
https://youtu.be/S9ckHhFPjyA For lovers of afroswing, you've got to check out "Smooth Lovin" by UK rap duo Krept & Konan. The P2J-produced song features Jamaican dancehall mainstay Popcaan, who also appears in the alluring music video. It serves as the first single from Krept & Konan's planned third studio album, Young Kingz II . In Krept and Konan's…
https://open.spotify.com/track/485CBwkSIWfEj501d823x6 The upcoming sophomore EP by US pop singer Cate Tomlinson is called The Side Effects of You. With the mini-album scheduled to drop on December 6th, its final single, "The Ring of Fire", is already here. The track's ominous drum beats, fiery vocals and haunting melodies all combine to bring it into the dark-pop…
UK dream pop band Tokyo Tea Room are working on a new album called No Rush. Their newest single, "Nobody's Perfect", gives listeners a taste of that upcoming project. Released alongside a dreamlike live-performance visual, "Nobody's Perfect" is so enthralling. From the lovely vocals and laidback groove to the textured instrumentation, each element adds to…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2E02oVy6pXMZtFTEFBvPR1 It has been a while since we last shared music by GT_Ofice. The EDM producer first featured on Aipate in the early days of the pandemic when he totally captivated us with his energetic style. He has continued to drop amazing songs, like his latest single, "Someone Else". The new track arrived with a…
The last few years has the rise and continued rise of African R&B music. Core to the success of this sub-genre is a curious readiness to infuse blend genres. Kenyan-based Ugandan crooner Joshua Baraka is one of the artists pushing the envelope with their eclectic songs. Baraka's soulful voice allows him to move seamlessly between…
https://youtu.be/QneIQ7_Meek Since wowing us with her glorious debut single "Easy Street", Frances Whitney has continued to deliver gorgeous indie-pop pieces. The LA-based singer-songwriter's latest offering is titled "You Left Me For Jesus". It's about the complex emotions that come with break-ups. Whitney shares, "'I wrote 'You Left Me For Jesus' from a place of confusion…
https://youtu.be/EW8DFZZsPjg Israeli rock band SaffeK released an album titled I/U/WE/US back in July. More recently, they unveiled a music video for one of the tracks, "Another Cry for Help". "Another Cry for Help" is a thought-provoking song that looks at the sad state of the world, with the harrowing war in their home country being…
https://open.spotify.com/track/2NrcU8v1YPGHApG5iniYEe With Natalie Clark's upcoming debut album around the corner, I'd like to draw your attention to her newly released third single, "Nothing Left To Lose". The Los Angeles-based Scottish artist released the song on October 25th. A more stripped-down acoustic piece reminiscent of her earlier songs, "Nothing Left To Lose" is very heartfelt and…
Introducing Pink Jagg, an exciting alternative hip-hop duo made up by brothers Austin and Jagger Spacy. Their music is an amalgam of styles, combining modern hip-hop rhythms with pop-friendly melodies. "Charlie's Angels" is Pink Jagg's most recent single. "Charlie's Angels" balances effortless lyricism with amazing soundscapes. With this song, Pink Jagg allows us into their…
https://open.spotify.com/track/1JHp12LU3beMs5ZzzqbYe8 Adorning her usual charm and confidence, "Hot Mess" singer Ceara Cavalieri is back with a new single. The emerging US popstar recently dropped "Delusional", a playful dance-pop anthem about rejecting someone's advances. She explains, "We’ve all had those nights when you're out to have fun with your friends, and someone makes the wrong assumption."…
https://youtu.be/2nANFvECNlM Assuming that your Friday is going great, let me share with you this beautiful song by emerging singer Joshua Golden. Named "I Can’t Wait to Meet You", it captures that yearnful anticipation for a deep, meaningful connection with someone. The glossy pop song paints a picture of the twists, turns, and near misses involved…
https://youtu.be/akViYSFlIsU Street Peach's live performance on KUTX The 2020-2021 lockdowns were a difficult period for many. For Austin-based singer-songwriter Lani Thomison (also known as Street Peach), the time spent away from work presented her with an opportunity to reflect, write songs, and ultimately re-establish her love for music. Her solo debut EP, Monarch, was born…
The last two years has seen Los Angeles pop singer Ashley Elle emerge as one the most exciting newcomers. Her songs balance heartfelt storytelling with rich instrumentation, making for a captivating listen. With her newest single "One More Night", Elle sings about heartbreaks and the difficult process of healing. The Josh Lovell-produced song captures the…