Following on from his single Play It Again, Darnell recovers from the fall out of post-Big Brother life, and leans into the world music festival energy of the moment, with the catchy hook and high-octane production value of Follow.
Rap
COOL REBEL TUESDAY continues, another epic indie hit from the American rap force SC4REAL. The Interview brings a quirky old-school bassline and hi-hat combination, with tripped rhythms and that clean-cut vocal depth again drawing you in to the centre of a creative free-flow that’s grounded but playful.
Emotional rap with depth of concept and style, the cinematic greatness of old school hip hop production, with equally bold, dramatic vocals adding passion and story throughout. That Kid J The Don leads with a unique flow and storytelling style, for the atmospheric and distinct Crash Out.
More new music from SC4Real pushes the boundaries further still, a boldly creative beat pairing trap rhythms with warped synths and distorted bends, for something ambient and unorthodox yet striking.
An immense repertoire and distinct vocals and creativity speak for themselves, as rapper and comedian Ju$t Tha Realne$$ continues to strengthen his presence in the modern scene.
Somewhere between tribal alternative dance and modern rap akin to Tyler, the Creator, resides an artist unaffected by expectation, influenced by a multitude of legends but ultimately appearing confidently settled amidst his own sense of energy and appreciation for the escapism of music.
Introducing a brief but colourful explosion of instrumental Christmas joy – Flip My Beatz captures a classic melody in a net loaded with trap rhythms and vocal fragments, which naturally gift the sound a fresh sense of style.
SC4REAL takes things back to the sharp fluidity and smartness of real rap, with the personal depths and clever, compelling wordplay of DARK KNIGHT.
Clean-cut raps unfiltered and free, a smooth jazz backdrop of keys and trap rhythms – DaKurse keeps the flow honest and nostalgic, for the catchy rap anthem Kiss & Tell.
Yosamity is widely known for his versatility of flow, and indeed for his unwavering energy and the creative, often intense nature of his beats. This track feels a little more boom bap classic than other recent releases like Wake Up!, but it still feeds into the passion and creative artistry that drives his sound. The bars are striking, the flow unmatched, the performative charm sky-high, and this combined with the relatable, familiar traits will hopefully see Read Em & Weep run wild on streaming platforms.
One of the most distinct, freely playful but also stylish, catchy and quirky singles from this side of 2025. UK artist madanes brings indie charm and a conceptual twist of hilarity back to the modern scene, with the unforgettable single Your Dog.
Though loyalty appears to be a fading attribute of contemporary society, BOOZ refuses to lower the bar. His music is rooted in the values that raised him, and as such, his blending of determination and principle continues to inspire and engage with listeners far and wide.