Something like a blast from the past kicks in with the new three-track release from A Project Called Love. Think of the acoustic folk-punk, ska and reggae bands of a simpler era – the daytime festival sets that never quite left your psyche; the indie voices and stories, the good vibes.
Reggae
Fresh summer vibes bring together reggae and rap, as BGS WOP delivers a rhythmically addictive new anthem, for the sharp bars and carefree genre-fusion of No Speed Limit.
Big vibes unite the festival ska set-up and modern production tools, as GhostWriterStevie delivers his catchiest jam yet, with the huge celebratory anthem My Distorted Mind.
Explosive political artistry of a post-punk vocal energy, scathing lyrical pairing, live vocals and assisted production – Gregory Lioi holds nothing back performatively, with the high-energy weight and theatrics of Uncomfortably Numb.
Inspired sentiments and smooth, clean modern production – a fresh collection of reggae songs designed to bring warmth, optimism, and beauty to the audio space. Jotskiy has released a multitude of projects in recent months, and the mighty Dreaming Of Heaven is a timeless introduction.
Anthemic sports-ready hip hop tracks with slick production, heavy and distinct beats, and crisp, confident vocal hooks. RuleOne Studios break through the noise of the modern scene, with the high-vibrancy and charm of Smoke No Fear.
An absolute jam, in my own reactive terms – Michael P O’S captures an instant earworm and groove, with the infectious energy and reggae vibes of Words.
Beachside summer vibes to warm up the winter months, a modern reggae jam with catchy vocals and colourful production – Andy Kinley reaches out to the golden coasts of California, Florida, Hawaii, Thailand, Australia and beyond, with the uplifting earworm Happy Hour.
Grammy Award-winner Mojo Morgan cuts through the noise with substance and style this month – Jamaica Love is a bold and brilliant new album, loaded with quirky riffs, colourful grooves, and provocative, intentional sentiments.
Smooth and dynamic production, mellow vibes noting hints of influence from hip hop, folk, reggae – a colourful and increasingly enjoyable gem of an indie track. Caleb Hart collaborates with Tk The Artist and Jayden Brown, for the soulful and addictive new groove Golden Child (Remix). Pouring through with a certain eclectic flair and honesty … Continued
Crisp acoustic guitar, generated alongside a raspy vocal style that suits the short but striking lines of the writing. Deepak Chandrasekar brings a catchy reggae-pop gem to the modern scene, with the slick and recognisable King Nothing.
Already an impressive and consistently likable band, this latest offering injects a twist of something like soul and ska modestly woven into the band’s classic tapestry. The songwriting is catchy, the vocals sublime, and the faultless unity between musicians lets this spacious and genuine arrangement create a completely intoxicating groove.