Author: arunariver

Singles

Leyla Diamondi’s ‘Broken Pieces’ is the next musical classic

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https://open.spotify.com/track/0GTk8XzX6qdZMBeKxqvM8y?si=8c11411540d04d50 At 23 years old Leyla Diamondi unleashes a fully-fledged piece of art. ‘Broken Pieces’ is an intrinsically layered rendition of ache and self-awareness. Following up on her acclaimed single ‘My Soul Cries’, we didn’t think the Greek-Turkish singer could outdo herself offering such a riveting performance. ‘Broken Pieces’ captures the essence of heartbreak with… Continue reading Leyla Diamondi’s ‘Broken Pieces’ is the next musical classic

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All hail Jayd Ink and her EP ‘Catching Red Lights’

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https://open.spotify.com/album/3GBJK7iG5XoASRgXnPIe3k?si=wbRlQ_tPR1aLStF4fpr8gQ&nd=1 Documenting her blossoming, Jayd Ink offers a new 3-track project - ‘Catching Red Lights’. This EP takes the role of a musical diary and is the brainchild of Jayd Ink’s intense self-reflection from the last couple of years. Curated as a witness to intricate artistic growth, the EP presents fresh tracks belonging to the… Continue reading All hail Jayd Ink and her EP ‘Catching Red Lights’

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We’re in Asha Gold heaven listening to ‘Up To Me’

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https://open.spotify.com/track/39uGxpuxgdAY1GR33zvFPx?si=219972ed3a4a4619 Sprinkling with vibrant arrangements, ‘Up To Me’ is the pop talent’s newest offering - we’re in Asha Gold heave! Soundtrack to the summer, this number is the brainchild of the British-Indian songstress and Louis Fulford Smith from Bamily - their stamp is unmistakable! Asha’s vocals are mellifluous and marry perfectly to the bubbly production… Continue reading We’re in Asha Gold heaven listening to ‘Up To Me’

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Drive down ‘Queen St’ with Jayd Ink

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCyhEuG6Ruw We’re blissfully gliding through silky R&B soundscapes with fresh and refined single ‘Queen St’. This truly enchanting number is the brainchild of Canadian songstress Jayd Ink and SZA’s ‘Good Days’ producer Los Hendrix. One thing is for certain: the mastery is tangible! Ink’s vocals are the star of the show - hypnotic, soft and… Continue reading Drive down ‘Queen St’ with Jayd Ink

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Straight from the studio, listen to Johnny Kulo’s new RnB track ‘Loyal’

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Let's give it up for all those artists keeping the spirit of old school RnB alive, like our boy here, Johnny Kulo. He's been round here a few times before with his steamy blend of soul and RnB, but we gotta say that this one takes the cake. 'Loyal' puts forward the character of someone… Continue reading Straight from the studio, listen to Johnny Kulo’s new RnB track ‘Loyal’

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Jozem is back with more Alt-R&B goodness in ‘it came to me in a dream’

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https://open.spotify.com/album/6wDYV4RD1bdPkQKCTNdlSt?si=o_MTbJQdSOumamv-vj7WPQ&nd=1 Impersonating the enigmatic dimension of dreams, Jozem’s ‘it came to me in a dream’ is an ethereal body of work intended for healing and self-discovery. An intricate choreography of Alt-R&B goodness, this entirely self-produced album sparks up a type of magic we had never heard before. Greatly introspective, Jozem delivers an elaborate reflection on… Continue reading Jozem is back with more Alt-R&B goodness in ‘it came to me in a dream’

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Charlie Noiir unleashes sensational 15 track debut project ‘On My Sleeve’

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLd3hlGHQzA It is time to quit the gatekeeping and share a track we’ve had on repeat this month. We guarantee Toronto’s Hip Hop king Charlie Noiir’s ‘Ugly’ is one captivating number and won’t disappoint. Part of the debut album ‘On My Sleeve’, this track is a perfect taste of the rich goodness Charlie Noiir is… Continue reading Charlie Noiir unleashes sensational 15 track debut project ‘On My Sleeve’

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Tremayne drops new single ‘Daddy Issues’ featuring Backxwash + Charlie Noiir

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Hailing from Toronto, Rap and Hip Hop magician Tremayne makes a comeback after releasing the one of a kind piece “Total Fucking Darkness”. This time he teams up with horrorcore rapper Backxwash and label mate Charlie Noiir to deliver the grand musical number ‘Daddy Issues’.  Pouring in an array of emotion and feel, this track… Continue reading Tremayne drops new single ‘Daddy Issues’ featuring Backxwash + Charlie Noiir

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Introducing UK artist Alice Rowe with alt RnB single “As It Seems”

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Y'all know how much we love silky-smooth RnB and so it's a treat to have "As It Seems" from British talent Alice Rowe landing on our radar. It's a laidback mix between old-school backbeats and dreamy production, all given that jazzy spin with layered horns in the background. At the forefront however is Alice's gorgeous… Continue reading Introducing UK artist Alice Rowe with alt RnB single “As It Seems”

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Next Up: Meagan De Lima’s sophisticated soul single “Queen”

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Meagan De Lima is the rising R&B talent from Toronto who grew up belting out songs by Toni Braxton, TLC and Destiny’s Child, as well as being inspired and influenced by her family's rich cultural background. Both sets of her grandparents originated from Goa, India, and Meagan's parents were born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya.… Continue reading Next Up: Meagan De Lima’s sophisticated soul single “Queen”