Midwest Americana icon Eric Hagan is renowned for his gospel-like depth of sound and story. His recent EP of originals, the five-track collection Americana Lonesome, is a fine example of the prowess, talent, focus and heartfelt escapism of his approach. And from that project, the mighty Accuse Me is a divinely soulful ode to both melancholic disconnection and self-reflective empowerment.
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The simplicity of an old-school rhythm boldly elevated by a huge modern production and piercingly relatable concept. Peter Lord gifts Prince-like vocals and unrelenting passion, to a cinematic audio explosion (rightfully so), for the enchanting and unforgettable BOOM.
Themes of disconnection and lostness resound amidst a juxtaposed musical optimism. Kikimora confront the devaluing of love, with the funky soul and jazz tones of No Loving.
Soulful RnB vocals cascade through a quiet and thoughtful mix. Erthe St. James blends organic, tribal rhythms and Gospel vibes, with a conceptual poignancy that’s bold and beautiful, for the sensational new album Soul Nepotism.
Divinely smooth vocals, expressive adlibs and evocative, soulful melodic threads – Ruth Brown delivers the songwriting and musicality required to hit the space with lasting impact, as her seven-track EP A Moment Of Truth graces the airwaves.
Beginning with the shoulder-swaying soul-rock swagger of Good Boy, the project offers an AI vocal lead and meandering bass and guitars, jazz hi-hats, and a few lyrical twists of modern scorn and originality, for a good-vibes listen that’s interesting and nostalgic all at once.
Featuring the additional talents of JQ Musiq, Deltra Williams, Veda, and guitarist Lee (from Vince’s band Blank Mind), The Fall Before the Flood is a modern ode to biblical implications, and it seamlessly intertwines a variety of catchy hooks, with sublime vocals, lashings of personality, and stories that compel you to tune in more closely.
Soul and funk acoustic songwriter and vocalist Ged Wilson captures a smoky jazz vibe, smoothly blending nostalgia and the clarity of modern times. Regular Man is a catchy and relatable groove and song, built around a funky guitar and keys combination, and short lines that confidently reflect upon the scenes and implications of being a Regular Man.
Collaborative soul-funk designed to lift the mood and unite people far and wide. TSQ. and Framily join forces, to deliver the smooth band vibes and vocal chorus of Freedom Groove.
Beautifully highlighting the sheer euphoria of musical and Faith-led celebration, LIFE Worship, Grace Jesutofunmi Olagunju & Philippa Hanna deliver an unforgettable performance and single, designed to lift the mood incomparably for any and all who witness it.
Organic music that just works, connects and needs not to be analysed. NoCopyright capture attention for the sheer seductive groove and vocal prowess of their opening moments, as Fellow Song slowly but surely tightens its creative grip.
Creatively balancing the soulful and the gritty, this classic yet contemporary fusion of talents, from an ever-elusive The Bandit Semu and producer Kadestrofik, showcases a whole new approach to modern music.