Hailing from Chicago, NoSo has crafted one of the most outstanding blends of indie and dream-pop this week. ‘Suburbia’ is a gorgeously melodic song that charms listeners in the most beautifully subtle way.
New Music: NoSo
Category: Music
24kGoldn + Lil Tecca – Prada
Multi-platinum artist 24kGoldn has released new single ‘Prada’, which was produced by Cxdy, Humblebee, Ovrcz, & Taz Taylor, and features Lil Tecca.
A modern day superstar, 24kGoldn has already amassed over 3 billion catalogue streams. His hit ‘Mood’ attained certifications in 28 countries worldwide while also breaking the pop radio record for most spins in a 7-day period, and topping the Billboard Hot 100 at #1 for 8 weeks. The track also recently received a Titanium award for 1 billion spins at radio.
joan – so done
Arkansas duo joan return with their sixth(!) single of 2021. And true to form, ‘so done’ is another infectiously catchy pop bop that is sure to be played on loop for a good while.
“Growing up we always heard artists say things like ‘we wrote this song in 20 minutes’ and always thought it was a bit dramatic because it just doesn’t really happen like that. But listen, we basically wrote this song in 20 minutes. This song actually was the counterpart to ‘so good’, which became the two songs that jumpstarted the thought to create a double EP called ‘hi’ and ‘bye’ based around the start and ending of a relationship.”
‘hi’ and ‘bye’ are due for release this December via Photo Finish Records, while ‘hi’ lands a month earlier.
New Music: Alexx Cloud
Emerging from Santa Fe, Alexx Cloud has been creating, performing, and writing music for well over a decade.
Proudly independent, this talent creates rap sounds that are easy to listen along to and enjoy. Garnering almost a million collective streams, he has worked with the likes of YNW Melly, King Los, Mark Battles, J-Diggs,
Rxseboy + chloe moriondo – Bus Ride
Lo-fi hip-hop talent Rxseboy enlists chloe moriondo for vocal duty on his latest single, ‘Bus Ride.’
“If you gave me a list of all of my songs, bus ride would definitely be one of my most personal. It talks about a period of time in my childhood where I didn’t really understand what was going on, but I knew something was wrong. My family situation wasn’t the best and I wasn’t fitting in at school. With a lot of different thoughts circulating through my head, it was hard to be a normal kid and enjoy any experiences until I met one of my closest friends who really helped me through what was happening.” – Rxseboy
problem solved + Reo Cragun – Go Right Now
Emerging Amsterdam-based producer and songwriter problem solved teams up with US vocalist Reo Cragun on incredible new collaboration ‘Go Right Now’.
“‘Go Right Now’ is about growing into a new, better, happy version of yourself through being together with your loved one. It’s about a moment in life where the hard work pays off and you’re able to look back and say, ‘Wow, let’s go be adventurous and live with love'”. – problem solved
New Music: KUBA
Already amassing over 30,000 Spotify streams just from his first two singles alone, UK-based talent KUBA is firmly gaining traction thanks to his refreshing take on music-making.
From crafting finessed R&B sounds to taking on house music, this is a multi-faceted artist who is sure to continue building momentum.
Since the release of ‘Neu’ last Friday, the track has aired daily on Amazing Radio UK and USA, been played on BBC Introducing and playlisted by Spotify on ‘UK Dance Music’ and ‘New Dance Revolution’.
BAELY – Float
Sensational doesn’t even cover it when you try to describe BAELY’s ‘Float’. This South London singer-songwriter is showcasing UK R&B at it’s absolute finest.
“It’s about the yearning for love without unnecessary confrontation and the preference of being alone, instead of caught up in contention. I really wanted to capture the essence of my ideal relationship – essentially that when it’s right, it can feel close to the idea of floating away from the heaviness of the world.”
New Music: Kenté
I am excited to introduce Kenté with you all. This US-based talent has just released his debut effort, ‘For you’, and it’s a beautifully melodic pop sound that just feels so effortlessly cool and well worth a listen.
“This song is all about having a good time and being connected to something or someone new but finding out it won’t last. Staying in the moment but realising this great something has to end.”
New Music: flowerkid
Track of the week. Beautifully emotive vocals deliver captivating and raw lyrics on flowerkid’s ‘vodka orange juice’. Through the production’s simplicity, this is one of the most intense releases I have come across so far this month, and a sign that this rising Sydney-based starlet is one to watch.
“It was hugely cathartic writing this song. I hope when other people are listening, they feel the same way. If you feel like you aren’t accepted for who you are, please know that you are loved.”
bbno$ + Rebecca Black – yoga
Celebrating the launch of his latest record ‘eat ya veggies’, bbno$ treats us to brilliant new single ‘yoga’ featuring Rebecca Black.
Produced by Diamond Pistols, this disco influenced bop combines bbno$’s wordplay with Rebecca’s distinctive vocals to create a perfect party anthem.
“I was so stoked to jump on ‘Yoga’ as soon as I heard it, it’s crazy how seamlessly we/bb/diamond pistols were able to put this together remotely – they absolutely killed it. Working with bbno$ has been outrageously fun and full of surprises at every step and I can’t wait for everyone to see the chaos we got ourselves into for the video. Jury’s out on who does bbno$ or RB better… ourselves or each other.” – Rebecca Black
DanDlion – Feels So Good
Dan D’Lion is back with brand new single ‘Feels So Good’, which is out now via Insanity Records.
Be sure to catch Dan on his headline tour, following this year’s collaboration-focused EP, ‘Fruition’.
Dan D’Lion Tour – March 2022
- Tuesday 15th March 2022: Manchester, YES (Basement)
- Wednesday 16th March 2022: Birmingham, Hare & Hounds 2
- Friday 18th March 2022: London, Oslo
- Saturday 19th March 2022: Bristol, Louisiana
Glowie – ADHD
One of Iceland’s absolute finest pop exports from recent years, Glowie returns with a beautifully honest release that looks at her experience with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).
Ben Provencial + Jaylon Ashaun – Forget About Me
Two amazing voices come together on the sensational ‘FORGET ABOUT ME’. Both Ben Provencial and Jaylon Ashaun are garnering significant traction in their own right, and their partnership on this track is nothing short of magnificent.
The song broaches the topic of infidelity and broken promises in a relationship, navigating through the many emotions of a messy breakup and teetering between tears and regret.
New Music: SLEEPSHAKE
Hailing from Canada are alt-rock group SLEEPSHAKE. With an unapologetically bold and confident approach to music-making, this outfit create songs that are anthemic and electrifying in style.
Their rousing new single ‘Medicine’ is all about the desperate need for stable emotional stimulation.
Black Josh – The Birds
UK underground legend and one of the country’s finest rap talents, Black Josh returns today with outstanding new single ‘The Birds’.
The track serves as a taster for his upcoming LP ‘Heartbreak Hostel’ (out 29th October) which also features the likes of Tyler Daley, Lancey Foux, Shei, Kenzei TTH, Cult Of The Damned and Ian Leone.
You can catch Black Josh touring the LP this month in Leeds, Bristol, London and Manchester.
New Music: AJ Smith
A tremendously fun and catchy indie-pop release from US-based artist AJ Smith. ‘Cooler’ is a relatable bop with lyrics we can all find some level of connect with.
“First dates, insecurities, worrying we might say the wrong thing and lose our chance at true love. We’ve all been there. ‘Cooler’ is a song about those nerves and the internal dialogue I’ve had whenever I’ve met someone new. Wishing to be cooler, hoping to get a second chance if I messed up this first one. I hope it gives someone the confidence they need to boldly be themselves and recognise they’re already ‘cooler’ the way they are.”
Smith’s songwriting and performance talents have already him earned multiple awards, including the Abe Oleman Scholarship from the Songwriters Hall of Fame and ranking as a semi-finalist in the 2020 International Songwriting Contest.
New Music: Max White
British talent Max White is one name to watch out for, having recently been confirmed as Rag’n’Bone Man’s support act on the UK & Ireland tour.
“Rag’N’Bone Man heard my music. the next thing I knew i was performing to him and some of his friends. He must have seen something special in my music, because about a month or two later we performed together, and a couple months after that he asked me on tour.”
His new melodic single ‘IMAGINE’ takes a refreshingly unique approach to pop; this is a sound that feels confident and self-assured.
Taken from the new EP ‘IMAGINE’ which is out now.
New Music: BLVCKBOW
Here’s a fantastic debut from newcomers BLVCKBOW. Hawaiian natives Jasmine Crowe and Brittni Paiva have teamed up to create a sound that is not only sleek in style, but also extremely easy to listen to.
New single ‘Memorize U’ blends elements of rock and electro-synth seamlessly, while the sentimental lyrics keep you hooked throughout.
“The lyrics to ‘Memorize U’ are inspired by feeling physically and emotionally bonded with someone. It’s about really taking in and being present in those moments you have with that other person so that you never forget what it feels like being together.” – Jasmine Crowe, BLVCKBOW
Patrik Jean – NUMB
Patrik Jean’s new single ‘NUMB’ has to be one of the biggest pop releases to come out of Sweden this week. This is a power bop that’s all about reaching a point where you can’t take any more feelings.
Now commanding over 290k monthly listeners on Spotify alone, it’s safe to say that the world is finally waking up to this hugely talented singer and songwriter.