The boldness of bass music and performative, confident rap – a hard-hitting anthem and sharp set of smart, concise bars – Crystal Lalucci captivates and awakens, with the sheer swagger and distinct dance production of Beat Pop.
Singles
Dreamy synths add a mellow pulse to an otherwise nostalgic trip-hop set-up and flow. VocalVibrations offers short lines of appreciation and appeal, for the caring sentiments and timeless stylistic embrace of Time for Yourself. Producer, artist and songwriter Colin provides vocals, intentions and design to all of his original works as VocalVibrations. Time for Yourself … Continued
Quiet confidence in the form of lo-fi indie guitar grooves and chilled, modest hip-hop – a timeless set-up and sound, with clever, relatable bars backing a smooth underlying beat. Drainhair and Roman Barks join forces, for the memorable visuals and vibe of Attention.
Romantic desire and separation all contemplated in simple, short lines and phrases that help the positive bounce of the music linger in a mainstream quirky fashion. There’s nothing complex to battle with, just the likable nature of the music and performance – only the essential building blocks employed, by an elusive Dutch creative with a clear passion for the celebration and optimism of pop.
Introducing a hugely uplifting soul-rock anthem, from Halifax creative ensemble Soul Howe & the Swells. A uniquely genre-fusing single, inspired by and devoted to the Life Rolls On organization – empowering people with disabilities through adaptive sport experiences.
Big vibes and smooth production meet with a timeless hip-hop hook – POPMFS keeps that old-school rap swagger alive and well, with the uplifting summer jam that is Ridin Clean.
Organic guitar and honest, intimate vocals – real acoustic music and poetry united in a raw folk setting. Lisa E. Williams gets more contemplative and calming than ever, with the nostalgic longing and relatability of YOUNG.
Blending the familiar and the fresh is key to a track that hits with widespread impact, and Aro Rose seems to achieve that balance quite brilliantly, with the compelling and creative individualism of Live Without You.
Sincerity and self-discovery, a conceptual realism and intimacy expressed through the intricate layering of dreamy synths, keys, and light rhythms. N!cole presents an ethereal walk through introspective thoughts and feelings, with the evocative embrace of getting there (somewhere).
The iconic vocals of Snoop Dogg smoothly introduce the summer vibes and upbeat bounce of Patric Scott’s latest single Good Time. The singer, actor and artist collaborates with the hip hop legend, across a celebratory summer anthem that’s naturally a pop ear-worm.
Bringing together a smooth country songwriting style and a touch of Americana or bigger-band warmth in the set-up, Ron Hamrick’s latest single Whatcha Gonna Do On Saturday Night is a timeless and catchy indie hit, and an easy song to enjoy this summer season.
Standing tall on the strength of a simple but satisfying bass line, rising higher still as a soulful vocal thread and funky indie-rock aura gathers clear momentum – Lui Fazo rides the pulse of an implication, with the slick and unmistakable Energy.