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.
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Building up brilliantly, creative as ever – likely to prove a dance-floor filler throughout the coming months.
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.
Immediately warming with its acoustic strum and harmonics, Darren Wallis calms the soul with a breathy and poetic Reassurance.
Lay all your Wisdom on Me offers a diverse musicality and a welcomed series of stories that venture out a little further than the self.
From the intimate appeal of an acoustically strummed introduction, through an increasingly colourful soundscape, cleanly mixed vocal, and long-form yet catchy melody, Kevin Millan continues to raise the bar.
Introducing a beautifully artistic, refreshingly interesting take on contemporary pop and visual imagery – On The Rise offers musical impact and emotional undertones united in one passionate, powerful single.
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.
Blending the catchy qualities of pop with an emo-rap vocal outpouring, a clean mix and a colourful bounce of a soundscape.
3Alphas bring back the essence of RnB to the contemporary music scene. Their soulful vocals intertwine and meander through modern trap rhythms and choir-like layers of warmth.
Impressive bars, varied pace, quirky and laid-back yet clever when necessary – which works well alongside the creative nature of the music.
Stylishly blending organic musicianship and dreamy electronic production, artist and songwriter Roswell kicks things up a notch with single releases and live jams alike.