Author: Tracey Dawkins

Owner of NEW LEASE MUSIC blog, which showcases the latest releases from indie and unsigned artists, and NEW LEASE MUSIC PROMOTIONS, which promotes indie/unsigned artists via blogs/magazines, radio, independent and Spotify playlists

Downtown Kayoto’s EP ‘Learning in public’ Goes On An Eventful Journey of Hip-Hop, Grime R&B, UK Garage & Indie Rock

DOWNTOWN KAYOTO, the project of Zimbabwe born, Hull UK based musician Chiko Chinyadza, has released his new EP ‘Learning in public’. Working with New York based producers Frankie Scoca (Dreamer Isioma, Nina Cobham) and Jack Laboz (María Isabel, Alice Longyu Gao) on its creation, the EP brazenly oscillates between bouncing house, trap and UK grime, dynamic indie-rock-flavoured hip-hop and agile UK-garage tinged R&B.

A voyage of self discovery and ultimately a project fuelled by the act of taking risks, across the six tracks on ‘Learning in public’, Chinyadza explores his own artistry and feelings of futility and listlessness on “Lite”, self improvement and personal growth on “Changed it” and “Run from you”, and examines his own relationships on “In2you” and “Poison”, with the latter going deeper into themes of self pity, accountability and empathy within those relationships. Check it out below…

Must Listens: Lite, Poison

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Rapper Mike Body Returns With Video For Latest Track, ‘Reach 4 The Stars’

After claiming the Blog’s Music Video of the Week title with visuals for ‘Get Up Dad’ on US Father’s’ Day, MIKE BODY bounces right back with another visual for infectious track, ‘Reach 4 The Stars’. Check it out below…

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Song of the Day: Listen – Li Scott

Hailing from New Jersey, LI SCOTT set her sights on big city dreams as she embarked on her musical journey through the high and lows of the entertainment world from the tender age of five. Li learned resiliency early in her career as she graced the stages of America’s Got Talent Kids, the world-famous Apollo Theatre, and advanced through several rounds on TV’s the X-factor. Ms. Scott is a consummate performer and no stranger to the industry.

Considered a true style maven and vocal chameleon, Li draws her musical perspectives from a place of personal triumphs and failures with an honest, relatable, and controversial flair. The true essence of a free spirit, she effortlessly showcases her talents as a singer and rapper at times with her salacious wit and infectious personality.

While Li’s music does not easily fit into one genre, her crossover appeal is undeniable. Contemporary R&B with a global vibe, her forthcoming album fuses 90’s R&B, reggae, Afrobeats, and Hip-Hop.

Her latest single ‘Listen’, showcases Li’s depth as a writer and takes us on a vulnerable journey of lust and unattainable love. Have a listen below…

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R&B Sensation Myles Lloyd Shares Track, ‘There For Me.’

Soulful R&B sensation MYLES LLOYD effortlessly blends passion, vulnerability, and raw emotion, with his highly anticipated new single, ‘There For Me’, released last Thursday (27th July).

Myles Lloyd bares his soul, in his latest offering, inviting listeners into an intimate journey of love, companionship, and unwavering support. With poetic lyricism and an ethereal vocal delivery, the song captures the essence of human connection, delivering a powerful message of resilience and devotion.

Born and raised in Montreal, Myles discovered his love for music at an early age, immersing himself in the city’s rich cultural tapestry. Influenced by legendary R&B icons and contemporary greats, Myles’ distinct sound is a fusion of classic soul and modern R&B, creating an entrancing musical experience that leaves a lasting impact on his audience. Have a listen to ‘There For Me’ below…

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Song of the Day: L.E.D – Sofia Gillani

West London talented singer-songwriter SOFIA GILLANI‘s latest track titled ‘L.E.D,’ is an introspective journey that explores the concept of perceiving the world through one’s own lens, free from the filters of others.

The song invites listeners to let go of external opinions and the pressures imposed by society’s expectations, symbolized by the “LED light” metaphor. It encourages individuals to embrace the beauty of allowing time to pass without the fear of capturing every moment, fostering a sense of appreciation and gratitude for life’s blessings. Have a listen below…

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