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Nikademis, ANDY KAUTZ & Elle Vee join forces for “Miss You” anthem – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/1dfkSVQn5Pwct72NkmKZMG There is this melodic EDM song that I find so moving and would recommend you give a listen. Titled “Miss You”, the track is a collaboration between rising producers Nikademis and ANDY KAUTZ and Las Vegas-based vocalist Elle Vee. Its delicate piano arrangement complements Elle's stirring vocals, heightening the song's emotive feel. With "Miss You",…
Listen to “Vula Vala” by Letmeyou, Ntando Yamahlubi & Visceral Design – Aipate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOCaQKHOU48 "Vula Vala" is a new Gospel-inspired dance track bringing together South African house music vocalist Ntando Yamahlubi with London-based musicians LetMeYou and Visceral Design. A inter-continental collaboration with lyrics delivered in Zulu, the song involves a concoction of afro-tech with afro house. It is soulful and uplifting. Listen to "Vula Vala" and follow the artists…
Listen: Jared Faber – “Going So Hard” (feat. Sy Smith, Chris Pierce and Freedom Bremner) – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/0DmEA4TE8jLDuXSInqpfM4 Jared Faber is an award-winning composer & producer from the United States. The acclaimed musician recently embarked on a stream of singles, with two already out. Those songs are "Going So Hard" and "The Things I Would Do". Focusing on "Going So Hard", I'd describe it as a funky slice of retro-soul. A song…
BBYBITES Impresses with Her Debut Album: Stream Bby’s Corner – Aipate
The debut album from Danish pop singer BBYBITES is finally here, its arrival completing the breakout moment for an artist clearly ready for the spotlight. Titled Bby's Corner, the album immerses listeners in pop/dance bliss. You'll find yourself enthralled in a mix of bold sultriness and playful charm. BBYBITES had teased this album with bubbly…
Jane’s Party find comfort amidst sadness in “Over You” music video – Aipate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_opowWWK_Q Canadian rock band Jane's Party have a new song that I felt I had to share with y'all. Already known for their genre-bending sound, the outfit will draw you into their world with this one. "Over You" combines sombre lyrics with beachy rhythms and textured production, making it both melancholic and vibey. The poppy…
Album Review: Almanac by Spencer Sanders – Aipate
I wouldn't say Almanac by US singer-songwriter Spencer Sanders is a deeply introspective album. Rather, it feels like a heart-to-heart conversation with someone who's experienced life's high and lows. The openness with which the artist reveals his vulnerabilities is refreshing. There is actually a degree of calmness, which can partly be attributed to Spencer's folk-rooted…
New Song Alert: “A Matter Of Time” by Beach For Tiger – Aipate
"A Matter Of Time" by British band Beach For Tiger is intoxicating in its smoothness. The track is steeped in soulful psychedelia, exemplifying the outfit's elegant style. With Beach For Tiger gearing up for the release of a new album, "A Matter Of Time" is being billed as the third single -- previous songs "Almost…
Indie-electronic band múm finally unveil their new album, History of Silence: Stream – Aipate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1gHyylbz1E As had been scheduled, the seventh studio album from Icelandic band múm arrived on September 29. History of Silence is the name of the eight-track album, which was released via Morr Music. Prior to the arrival of the album, the collective dropped the singles "Mild At Heart" and "Kill the Light". With "Kill the…
Listen: “FRI-END” by rapper Jay Gudda – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/2ZUifxJIjG4XdtwQHI03Tp Those who have felt betrayed by someone they considered a friend may relate to this new song from US rapper Jay Gudda. "FRI-END" is quite emotionally intense, with the anger being captured in Jay's fiery delivery. Still, there is a feeling of triumph in his lyrics. "FRI-END" is another showcase of the artist's lyricism…
Stuart Wilson presents us with an infectious new song “Jezebel” – Aipate
From Cayman Islands comes another amazing reggae tune from Stuart Wilson who is journalist-turned-musician. I got to discover him in 2020 when he released "Kingston Town". The new offering is "Jezebel", a roots reggae song with hints of ska, blues and reggae. With this one, Stuart brings us a message of unconditional love. https://open.spotify.com/track/0OwKiX9Fn7NrZPVUgAaCBp An…
With a new single from Willoh on the way, revisit “Shogun” from her debut album – Aipate
Zero. That's how much I knew about Willoh before stumbling on her self-produced debut album, not more than that, but more please. As I have since come to learn, the 19-year-old artist from the US state of Missouri, dropped that album early this year. She's since embarked on a new era, with a new single slated…
Indian artist Tarang Joseph delivers “one track mind” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/4OsJoLsqYNyJviQmKoObeD For his first single of 2025, Indian artist Tarang Joseph crafted this jazz-funk tune called "one track mind". The song features smooth vocals and engaging instrumentation. "one track mind" is the kind of song that I'd love to see performed live. For the recording, Tarang was joined by a band of 6 musicians. The…
Newcomer Hana Bushara delivers “No Label” single & video – Aipate
There's this new single that opened the door to Hana Bushara’s world for me. Bushara is an up-and-coming artist from the island of Bermuda and the song I'm referring to is "No Label". Inspired by the work of renowned surf photographer Seth De Roulet, "No Label" leans into the abstract while remaining stirring emotionally. According…
Listen to “Half Alive” by electronic artist Elohim – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/4EVJkMkeEXOpvHBRe3JO6E Los Angeles-based electronic music artist and producer Elohim continues to mesmerize fans with her refreshing style. Elohim's newest single, "Half Alive", is another impressive addition to her discography. Out via Lost In Dreams Records, the song arrived alongside nice visuals directed by Jess Kunkel. "Half Alive" underscores the musician's attention to detail and penchant…
TENDER are back with new song called “Gravity/Infinity” – Aipate
Having released their last album one year ago, UK duo TENDER are planning to drop another LP in 2026. To help build anticipation, they recently unveiled a new single, "Gravity/Infinity", accompanying it with an engrossing black-and-white music video. "Gravity/Infinity" is an up-tempo indie pop record with dreamy vocals and blissful lyrics. Just like we've come…
Breakout Tokyo artist Sarina drops The Fool EP: listen – Aipate
Hailing from the city of Tokyo is this breakout artist Sarina. With a brand new EP out now, the Japanese alt-rock singer-songwriter is garnering new fans at an incredibly fast rate. The Fool is the name of the new EP, which was produced by Kevin Thrasher. The project includes previously released singles such as "Race…
Nuela Charles has a playful new song titled “Name” – listen – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/10Ei3vf1dsrfY1BoLYoAtz You know gleeful feeling when you learn that one of your favourite artists has a new song? That's exactly the effect that Nuela Charles' music has one me. And I'm certain you'll also find the singer's magnetic vocals and brand of alternative-soul immensely charming. The Canadian artist's latest single "Name" was co-written by Los…
Astrid Swan reissues her debut album Poverina, adding a new song – Aipate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rh-yQopXZEg To celebrate the 20th anniversary of her debut album, Poverina, Finnish artist Astrid Swan decided to reissue it. Remastered by Tuomas Salmela, Poverina (20th Anniversary Edition) includes one extra song: "Special Ones (Original Version". Why the label 'original version'? Well, Astrid initially recorded the song in 2005 for Poverina but it never made it to…
Vibe with Maka and Phlow as they serve up “Lose My Mind” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/3c6LRBzyGqShuBsdneC75k This new song by Nigerian artists Maka (singer) and Phlow (rapper) has me in a chokehold. "Lose My Mind" is the follow-up to their 2016 song, "No One". Once again, the pair turned to producer Teck-Zilla, who crafted a bouncy groovy-laden instrumental. I would describe "Lose My Mind" as a hip hop-infused neo-soul track…
Yarni presents “Natural Light” (feat. Franz Von & Jeff Darko) – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/4jIUlaJY6T52kZZ3sg2K7R The much awaited album from UK musician Yarni will arrive this Friday, October 3. The third and final single, "Natural Light", was released a couple of weeks ago. That song features rapper Franz Von (who is also from Sheffield) and singer Jeff Darko. It follows the singles "Temperature's Rising" and "S.W.A.L.K". "Natural Light" is…
Hear “things you wouldn’t say” by singer Rize Michael feat. Shaudie Man – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/2ZmlMIj1incXBoOKxKVcXb Originally from Omaha, Rize Michael is an American singer based in the city of Atlanta. To introduce you to his music, I'll recommend you listen to his latest single, "things you wouldn't say". The alt-R&B song features rapper Shaudie Man, who comes in with an extra smooth verse. Infused with indie pop elements, "things…
Rising indie artist Anaïs & The Hoops shares debut EP, Growing Pains – Aipate
Anaïs & The Hoops is the project of Brooklyn-based Californian singer-songwriter Anaïs Lund. The artist has had us drawn to her brand of indie-pop music, which has an alluring vintage feel to it. Now, she shares her debut EP, Growing Pains. Produced by Ben Coleman, the glowing six-song mini album explores themes of identity, nostalgia, and…
Ainjo returns with emotionally charged new song “Weirdo” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/2e4RlIO8Xq6Fdd8erGCFqi The latest from rising R&B singer Ainjo is an emotionally charged song she named "Weirdo". Yes, she is mad at someone on this track -- there is a blunt edge to her lyrics. With production that infuses hard-hitting hip hop elements, Ainjo goes for a former colleague's jugular. And her delivery is just perfect.…
“Polar” by singer-songwriter Amelie Lucille will move you: listen – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/1RhZ5Pm7mgenpEILPfCy8v New York singer-songwriter Amelie Lucille got to showcase her incredible talent on her new single, "Polar". Accompanied by gripping strings that are punctuated by gentle guitar plucks, Amelie delivered a song that is just as soothing as it is moving. At just 17, her calmness is almost perplexing. "Polar" is best described as a…
Frank Delour serves up “Bigger Bada Boom”, the remix of EverythingOshaun and Aiza’s 2024 hit – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/5dF9HBupbajLHNKYs8NcqI Nigerian/Jamaican artist EverythingOshaun and afropop singer Aiza delivered heat with their 2024 tune "Big Bada Boom". The song has a new remix featuring Miami-based producer Frank Delour, who's working with EverythingOshaun for the very first time. "Bigger Bada Boom" is the title of the remixed version, which is a certified Afro house banger. Frank…
Olivia Valkova Releases Moody Alt-pop Ballad “Broken Heart” as Her Debut Single – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/6Mx0BPthcfsWc691Z4yT3X?si=8037827b00f84fcb 12-year-old Norwegian singer-songwriter Olivia Valkova unveiled her debut single, "Broken Heart", the other week. What I find really incredible about this release is the fact that she wrote and produced the song herself. I mean, for someone so young, the lyrics have so much depth. But it's just not that: Olivia's vocals and layered…
Babsy. taps Jeanne Taylor for this catchy new song “Free My Mind” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/6ZNa0Y4AzxgYv8HsYMEiCU Southern Californian producer Babsy. has a brilliant new single out now via Lost In Dreams. Featuring vocals by talented Los Angeles vocalist Jeanne Taylor, the shimmering house song is called "Free My Mind". With "Free My Mind", Babsy. and Jeanne delve into the feeling of being town between hopes of new romance and scars…
GoldFord’s “Celeste” is a smooth, catchy soul ballad – listen – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/60tY66pPyOyLVSrHsD9eEU Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter GoldFord has released some amazing tunes in the last twelve months. Every new song leaves us more and more obsessed with his smooth brand of soul music, which carries hits of pop. "Celeste" is the title of his newest single. Like we've got accustomed to, the new song is steeped in…
Here is “Sideways Love” by ARIA, HXPETRAIN and Levianth – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/780yHWfbHCc5Q2oL7PX7n5?si=1fa3f766d1574c98 ARIA is back with another song, "Sideways Love". The new release saw the US artist & producer reunite with producer HXPETRAIN, with Levianth also joining them. "Sideways Love" fuses hard-hitting trap rhythms with the emotional depth and atmospheric textures of melodic bass. ARIA's vocals are heavily emo-influenced. Overall, the song is catchy and engagingly…
Watch Alessiah’s “boy toy” Video and Stream her Debut Album Obscentra – Aipate
The evolution of Alessiah from a teenage singer with great potential to a confident young woman ready to conquer the global pop scene is perfectly encapsulated by her bold new music video for "boy toy". Actually, "boy toy" is part of the Romanian artist's debut album, Obscentra, which is out now. Alessiah first captured my…
Listen: Parris LaVon – “Thru Da Hook 3” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/1fm9bS6ROecGO8x54WbulS?si=0e8bf89482744c53 Parris LaVon doesn't necessarily have to craft a catchy hook to get you to listen, especially when he goes on that introspective mode. This is beautifully illustrated on "Thru Da Hook 3", the third instalment in his series of no-hook pieces. This time, Maryland-native rapper pours his heart and soul into a finely polished…
Cinnamon Gum and Max Shrager team up for “Sweet Honey” and “Nothing That I Know”: listen – Aipate
https://youtu.be/jV6kziD4QpI Kown for his retro funk-inspired sound, Cinnamon Gum (the professional name of Polish vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Maciej Milewski) makes music to lose yourself to. Cinnamon Gum's latest release, which is a collaboration with US artist Max Shrager, illustrates this perfectly. Titled Sweet Honey, it is a 2-in-1 single with “Sweet Honey” as A-Side…
O.G. Soul and B. Griff return with “Lemonade (Bentley Coupe)” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/5YtdDklwaUQyrVyLpgSyzj The ongoing collaboration between producer O.G. Soul and rapper/producer B. Griff might just go down in the books. I mean, the two are delivering one banger after another. After scoring hits with "Montecristo (Just Ride)" and "No Stylist", O.G. and B. returned a couple of weeks ago with another amazing record. The new song…
Katchafire share “Collie Herb Man (Remix)” ahead of their Revival 2.0 album – Aipate
https://youtu.be/x3kn_Xf6oFY New Zealand roots reggae band Katchafire released their now iconic album, Revival, in the early 2000s. That's the album that they recently decided to remix, remaster and re-release -- Revival 2.0 is expected to drop on 9th January, next year. Having already shared the first single, “Seriously (Revived Version)", Katchafire are back with another…
Watch Alesssiah’s “boy toy” Video and Stream her Debut Album Obscentra – Aipate
The evolution of Alesssiah from a teenage singer with great potential to a confident young woman ready to conquer the global pop scene is perfectly encapsulated by her bold new music video for "boy toy". Actually, "boy toy" is part of the Romanian artist's debut album, Obscentra, which is out now. Alessiah first captured my…
Hear Joe Hicks’ thought-provoking new song, “Time is a Thief” – Aipate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rB9CCVspqoc UK singer-songwriter Joe Hicks released his debut album, The Best I Could Do at the Time, in 2022, unveiling its deluxe version the following year. Since then, a lot happened in his life: he lost hid dad while he was dealing with a bad breakup. In such situations -- as most people find --…
The latest from indie duo Packaging is an irresistible tune called “In Your Pocket”: listen – Aipate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RuXiUSuA1U Daniel Lyon and Daniel Birch make up the duo Packaging. With a couple of singles already released, their self-titled debut album is shaping up nicely. The album is centred around travel and the latest offering, "In Your Pocket", gives us a glimpse of that world. "In Your Pocket" is a hypnotic and totally contagious…
Listen: Juliera – “Amma Hit You Up” – Aipate
https://open.spotify.com/track/2EurvjkcgNuBs0YHd17Yfk?si=3e37b9171212498c Up-and-coming Nigerian singer Juliera has a new song out now. Called "Amma Hit You Up", it's a bubbly dancehall-flavoured afropop song highlighting the artist's vibrant style. The song was written by Juliera and produced by Austin Leshock. "Amma Hit You Up" is actually Juliera's second song of 2025. It follows "Lonely Without You". The…
Yari M releases her debut album, Momentos – Aipate
https://youtu.be/84slBiRJXxM Here with us at last is the highly anticipated debut album from emerging Puerto Rican singer Yari M -- Momentos is the title of the 13-song collection. The album's final single single, "Ultima Vez", arrived a few weeks ago. This fun, upbeat song was accompanied by warm-hued visuals complementing its nostalgic vibe. Everything considered,…
Zinoleesky: Music Journey, Latest Songs, Top Hits, Awards & Photos – Aipate
Zinoleesky (Photo by Sniiper) Zinoleesky is a talented Nigerian afrobeats artist known for his gritty 'street pop' style, a sub-genre he helped pioneer. "Ma Pariwo" and "Kilofeshe" are two of his earliest hits. The rapper, singer and songwriter has grown tremendously since his breakthrough a few years ago. Biography and Career Breakthrough (Photo by Sniiper)…