Turn this one up loud – t.Roy & the Smoking Section capture the mood beautifully, for the aptly-Americana-soaked anthem Southeast Texas Son.
Singles
Nostalgic dance-pop flavours and an unmistakable vocal identity guide us into this melodic and thought-provoking single from Joseph Rutakangwa.
Mastering wordplay throughout an extensive and smart progression, Lord Fuego Flame impresses for his long-form bars and the catchy, unorthodox and passionate hook, of Diamonds.
Despite the unarguable infamy of the sampled song, D-BLOCH manages to truly make this his own
Renowned as one of the most influential musicians to emerge from the Israeli scene, drummer, arranger, composer and band leader Noa Kahn has earned distinctive recognition in Israel, for her unique and innovative style.
The Long Island-based artist has been songwriting since his early years, and the result is a hard-hitting rap flow with memorable hooks and riffs helping elevate the completed sound.
Celebrating the win and overcoming in an inspiring way, Langston Blu’s return unites retro piano, trap rhythms and smooth, soulful vocals.
Rapper and songwriter Malleous brings a homemade edge to modern hip hop, with the dreamy and intimate single Deja Vu.
Backed by the enticing melodic twang of Middle Eastern strings and tribal rhythms, the UK’s own wyless man shines new light on the future of Drill.
Atmospheric intentions meet with the basement-rock edge of a simpler era, as The Bloodstreams craft their heavily rhythmic and conceptually unsettling single The Knife.
Something a little heavier and more high-octane – weekend vibes in strong supply, with an energising degree of f*ck the system at their core – introducing Toronto Rapper Avalanche The Architect.
Acoustic fingerstyle guitar and nearly-whispered falsetto vocals meet with a simple, wave-like chord progression, for DragonflyStigma’s beautifully timeless, imagery-laden Cast Away.