QUINCY returns, stealing today’s hotspot with his first single of the year, ‘Black Lingerie’.
As always, the R&B singer dedicated this slick number to the ladies…and calling all the fellas to appreciate their significant others.
Stay tuned on NEW LEASE MUSIC as QUINCY has more projects to come. For now, check out the lyric video for the single.
The man behind this mammoth mixtape, REDD TUNES goes way back to the 90’s, with a stellar lineup beside him through latest mixtape, ‘Trapped In The 90’s.
The 12-track project follows the success of his last year’s mixtape ‘Primative Beats And Rhymes’ which also features various artists. The London producer is hoping to carry on the hype with ‘Trapped In The 90’s’ which bears a strong influence of ambient boom bap of the aforementioned era. Each featured artists take their turn to cruise along the laid-back composition with their slick wordsmithery. The man himself also step to the mike on a few occasions, offering up his baritone flow to the constrasing feathery arrangements.
‘Trapped In The 90s’ does exactly what it says on the tin, which is to unapologetically brings back boom bap of the golden era – and to keep it alive. There’s some real bangers in this collection; check it out here.
Must Listens:The Science, Mad World, Living It Up
If you had your eyes peeled on this blog or its chat show on Instagram recently, then you’ve definitely seen this pretty little face around – MAKK MIKKAEL – thanks to her debut ‘Jungle’. Featured last November, the single found its way to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s Top Ten Songs of 2017 list, ranking at #7 and is currently named Song of the Month by the blog. With a grand entrance to the music scene, I think she deserves a place on the interview hot seat…
NLM: Thank you for agreeing to do an interview with NEW LEASE MUSIC.
MM: Thanks so much for reaching out to me, and the constant support you guys have shown me.
NLM: First up, I have to ask you this question: is Makk Mikkael your real name? If not, how did the name came about?
MM: It is my real name with a swedish twist on it. The correct spelling of my name is Mackenzie Michael but I prefer going by Makk Mikkael.
NLM: You released your debut single‘Jungle’ back in November.What’s the public’s reception beyond this blog?
MM: I’ve been stoked on the feedback I’m getting from listeners. I recently won a contest with “The Deli Toronto” as artist of the month. The fact that I was even included in that is just bizarre. Excited for everything that’s happening and the journey I’m on.
NLM: How would you describe your sound to potential fans?
MM: Artist wise I would say my music is in the same category as “The Weeknd, Esthero, Alina Baraz, Imogen Heap” to name a few. I really look up to those artists. Toronto has a really cool thing going on sound wise right now so I’m inspired by the scene there. I think my sound would be described as spacey, ambient R&B.
NLM: What’s your inspiration behind your unique sound?
MM: I experimented with a few different sounds earlier on in my career when I was around 14-15 and released a country album. haha I don’t do country now and could never see myself doing that again… In the last few years I would say my style evolved to my sound now and keeps evolving constantly with artists I’m inspired by and from experiences I have. I love the R&B sound a bunch so I think that’s just what I gravitate towards naturally.
NLM: If you had to collaborate with ONE mainstream artist who would it be?
MM: Just one? That’s brutal. I would without a doubt collaborate with The 1975. I’m constantly inspired by what they do and who they are as human being’s. They produce their own records and co-produce with Amber Bain of “The Japanese House”. The sound they’ve created for themselves is a sound that really speaks to millennials. I think we’d make some great stuff and dive into something unique.
NLM: If you had three wishes to change the music industry today, what would they be?
MM: I would put all three of my wishes towards making sure all artist’s can make a living doing what they love. Having the financial freedom to create whatever they want whenever. Artist’s are so valuable in our society, if we could focus 100% on our art it I think it would make a difference.
NLM: So what are your plans for 2018?
MM: My goal is to start touring with artists and obviously continue to release music. I’m currently working on my album and more music videos.
NLM: How can potential fans make contact with you?
MM: I love having fans/artists reach out to me. On my website http://www.makkmikkael.com you can send me a direct email. Or on my instagram: makkmikkael you can leave me a direct message.
NLM: Finally, if music didn’t exist, what would you do?
MM: I think I would be a photographer, screenwriter, author, or director. Anything in the creative field really. I Love the idea of being behind the screen and creating for people. I’m very into directing I think that’s super cool. Sophia Coppola is my favourite movie director, would love to work alongside her on a project in the future.
LIL PROBZ drops another fire production for single, ‘Thumbs Up Pt.1’, taken from his EP, ‘Concrete Vol.1’ – download for FREE right here
But before you head off, check out the video for ‘Thumbs Up Pt.1’.
Upcoming Toronto hip-hop duo TERRELL MORRIS & FREE N LOSH have dropped their brand new track entitled, ‘OAK’ last week.
The pair is gearing up to release their debut album ‘Molasses’ next month, with Terrell providing his slick vocals and lyrics to the nine-track collection, leaving the production duties to Free n Losh. Leading up to the release of the upcoming project, Terrell has amassed over 5 million plays so far with various acclaimed singles.
These guys are the real deal…get the first taste of their forthcoming album:
