The whole thing has a clearly inspiring core, and given the addictive yet modern musicality, the balance between intensity and summertime lightness works perfectly well.
Hip Hop
Following up from a string of impressively creative releases, G The Producer’s latest single takes things to even greater plains of originality, with a soundscape and subject matter that reach out with authenticity and freshness united.
Blissful good vibes in the form of crisp acoustic guitar-work kick off this colourful summer anthem from artist and rapper Jared Matthew.
Miami’s Black MP Well celebrates love and loyalty to a significant other with this melodic yet energising new single Cookie.
Matt Miller aims high and hits the mark with this brilliantly melodic hit of integrity, intention and depth.
Cloud 9 offers a swirling, stylish approach to contemporary sound-design, and weaves in a plethora of mellow and meandering anthems for the late-night dreamers out there.
Introducing a varied flow, vocally produced in tune with the current scene but musically weaving in a yesteryear vibe – even that of the rock and rap fusion era.
There’s realism in the verses, poetic honesty that feels poignant and heart-breaking in its depth, but there’s ultimately a clear sense of possibility in the hook and the overall concept.
Freshly released from the smooth collection of jazz-kissed rap anthems that is Game Recognise Game, Talking Bout highlights the melodic and laid-back vibes of a colourful, catchy and clever artist.
Introducing a conceptually provocative, uniquely expressive album from the UK’s own CHOZE – D.I.Y marks a bold and unforgettable leap outwards into greater creative plains of hip hop.
Bringing together soulful RnB melodies and hard-hitting bars with a clear sense of identity – Sova Black draws focus to his lyricism and inspiring energy with Hood Famous.
Aaby’s authenticity is refreshing, his intelligence shines brightly in the writing, alongside his realness and openness as a citizen of an often cold and uncaring world.