The UK’s own Yoji blends old-school DnB vibes with blissfully soulful, meandering vocals, for a sound that’s instantly distinct, uplifting, and comfortingly nostalgic.
Soul Pop
Songwriter and creative entrepreneur JACK TITUS has travelled to over fifty countries in recent years, noting that experiencing the depth and variety of different cultures has inspired him to write music that connects in a powerful and genuine way.
Christmas with a twist – heartfelt songwriting and organic musicianship, soulful vocals, and a depth of a backstory that inspires and warms at this time of year. Jordan Waring joins forces with Tony Hightower, for the evocative yet uplifting good vibes of Christmas at Rockerfeller Center.
Performatively noting influence from jazz and soul-pop legends, the music of Imaginary Problems, and in particular, the lyrical depth and openness, all shines light on a whole different set of inspirations from Indira May.
A huge celebration both in topic and style, Eyþór Alexander & Flammeus put in a phenomenal performance here, and deliver a single that’s not only a timeless and creatively distinct gem, but a perfectly-placed, theatrical big-band release to warm up the colder seasons.
Somewhat delivering a whole new side to the Olivier Cheuwa sound, there’s something deeply moving about All The Glory – it’s a bright and beautiful arrangement and performance, humble but inspiring as it consistently brings together this intoxicating dance groove and the soothing humility of the vocal and lyrics.
From Nairobi to the UK, mau’s cultural influence and commitment to creative music shines beautifully throughout this original and organic new album SOFT STEPS.
What appears to be a simple ode to love soon explores the concept of loss and the fear associated with losing someone who means so much to you. Seeing demons in the rear-view is a brilliant metaphorical encapsulation of the subtle anticipation for doom and gloom that often resides in the minor shadows cast by true love.
Edwin Pope recaptures the essence of Faith, with creativity and talent united under an original blanket of melody and movement. By Faith is a sublime project, from an artist with a fearless commitment to Faith and to the joyful togetherness of making music.
Beautifully intoxicating purely on the surface of this dreamy and reverb-drenched arena of contemplation, Dance With Darkness is impossible to ignore, yet it’s also impressively modest and calm in its confrontational realism.
Essentially addressing the topic of loving the idea or illusion of someone (or something), Vine Song is a complex lyrical venture that’s melodically alluring and somehow feels like it was written purely for the listener.
That producer and performer combination is rare to find at such a distinguished and still humble, honest level, and this duo have it mastered. Their music is consistently a pleasure to escape into, always thoughtful, heartfelt and intricate, and the ethereal waves of synth and the sheer gratitude of the lyrics throughout Separate all exemplifies that truth in a beautiful way.