Putting Indie Music 1st
'Solastalgia' is the new EP from Philly based singer-songwriter and musician Battleflagg. The EP is composed of four songs that fuse genres including alternative rock, synth pop, folk and more. Battleflagg collaborated with an all-star team of prolific musicians on the new EP as well as producer extraordinaire Daniel Knowles. The result is one of… Continue reading Battleflagg shares EP ‘Solastalgia’ a once in a lifetime listening experience
Joshua Idehen’s Mum Does The Washing EP is a masterclass in spoken word artistry intertwined with pulsating beats and reflective soundscapes. A collaboration with Swedish producer Ludvig Parment, the four-track collection bridges the gap between the mundane and the profound, crafting stories that resonate deeply while urging you to move. The title track, “Mum Does… Continue reading Joshua Idehen’s Mum Does The Washing EP is a spoken word masterclass
Toronto's Jozem has crafted a sonic tapestry that's as intricate as a summer sunset. His latest EP, Summerhaze, is a poignant exploration of the emotional undercurrents that often lurk beneath the surface of carefree days. The EP's title track is a masterclass in atmospheric R&B. It's a hazy, dreamlike soundscape that perfectly captures the bittersweet… Continue reading Jozem’s Summerhaze EP is a moodboard for the melancholic soul
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RNCTvZ4zMw Toronto's own Mackenta, formerly known as Mack Davis, unveils her artistic depth in the EP - Life on Venus - showcasing a versatile blend of vocals, rap prowess, and dreamy melodies across six tracks. The journey begins with "IT’S RAINING," where moody tones set the stage for Mackenta's captivating vocals effortlessly transitioning between R&B… Continue reading Mackenta transcends genres with captivating Life on Venus EP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENWOsWNtLLg We've nearly got whiplash from how fast Mikano has come back around to 1st Day Fresh with another fire music video lifted from his new EP. If you've happened to sleep on this rapper's stratospheric rise so far, then let this be your wake up call. Following up on 'Touché Coulé', this music video… Continue reading Mikano’s ‘Tell a Lie’ is priceless
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzN4UThsyws Hailing from Paris, Rap and Hip-Hop magician Mikano releases new EP, titled AKWA II, with one of a kind piece "Touché Coulé" at the helm. Pouring in an array of upbeat energy and garden-fresh Hip-Hop beatwork, this track really packs a punch. Listeners are caught in Mikano’s passionate momentum as he raises a glass… Continue reading Mikano drops new single “Touché Coulé” from AKWA II EP
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’
R&B is for lovers. It's easily the sexiest, most enticing of all the genres. Leaning right into that concept is Lonely Boy, the promising artist hailing from Canadian city Ottawa, who recently dropped his fire EP, LONELY PPL Vol. 1. As he tells us below, this EP is music you wanna flip on in the… Continue reading First Day Feature: Ottawa’s R&B frontrunner Lonely Boy introduces new EP
Channeling the intensity of his sub-zero flows, DaColdSteppa unleashes his debut six-track Cold Soul EP featuring guest verses from up-and-coming L.A. rappers Speedyyy and Donny Loc. Building out his gritty, hard-pressed lyrical outpost, which he constructed with his bold lead single “I Been That,” Cold Soul firmly cements DaColdSteppa’s foundation while dually elevating his status… Continue reading DaColdSteppa Brings In A New Ice Age With His ‘Cold Soul’ EP
BLK haven't missed a beat. From their introductory 'Got It' to sizzler 'FWM', the Canadian trio have set and kept the bar high and all you have to do is go check out their Spotify streams to understand just how much of an impact this new girl group is making. Reminding us of TLC or… Continue reading Watch BLK’s ultra sexy & stylish new video ‘Girls’
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