Songs of the Day – Page 144

Song of the Day: Never Say Never – Neon Tapehead

When Dmitry Ursul bought his ﬁrst retro synth Roland JX-8P ’85, he never look back and went on to form NEON TAPEHEAD with drummer Alexandr Kovalchuk back in 2016.

Their ﬁrst single ‘I Want To Love’, which was released March that year, was met with critical acclaim from radio stations in UK and US.

Fast forward to the present day, the band has gained two members, singer Maya Shoniya and bass player Dmitry Votintsev. With the extended line-up, the four-piece act grew in popularity, performing at concerts and gigs across their native country Russia. Between their back-to-back live performances, Neon Tapehead are penning new songs.

If this is your first time meeting these guys, well their latest single, ‘Never Say Never’ is a great introduction as it encompasses their inspiration of 80s soul/electro funk and R&B with Shoniya’s soulful/pop vocals also reflecting the decade that gives us great music.

More music on the way. Have a listen to the instantly addictive single, ‘Never Say Never’, available now on all download/streaming sites…

January 31, 2020 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: 80s inspired songs, Alexandr Kovalchuk, Dmitry Ursul, Dmitry Votintsev, electro pop, funk, indie group, indie music, Maya Shoniya (singer), Moscow, Music, Neon Tapehead Never Say Never (single), r&b, Russia, Songs of the Day, soul music Leave a comment

Song of the Day: Stubborn Love – Josh Kumra

Having topped the UK charts and performed on ‘Later… With Jools Holland’ before having released his debut album, ‘Good Things Come To Those Who Don’t Wait’, JOSH KUMRA suddenly found himself with a major record deal and under pressure to capitalise on the sudden exposure brought by his collaboration with Wretch 32 on ‘Don’t Go’. The single shot straight to #1 in the UK upon its release.

Most would assume this is the definition of ‘making it’ as a musician, but for Josh the unexpected publicity meant losing the original idea of ‘writing music from the heart’. He went on to admit: “Instead of having the time to perfect songs that reflected my life experiences and create an honest album, like I’ve always imagined, I felt vulnerable and lost against the many opinions and expectations from people around me”.

Stepping away from the rat race, Josh circles back to his true self to produce and record his latest single, ‘Stubborn Love’ a raw and honest piece which reflects the struggle of dedicating yourself to something for all the wrong reasons.

Available now on all download/streaming sites, ‘Stubborn Love’ is the first release Josh’s upcoming EP, ‘Pull Me Back In’ – slated for release in April.

Get the first taste of the EP and have a listen to ‘Stubborn Love’ below…

January 27, 2020January 27, 2020 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: Folk music, Josh Kumra Stubborn Love (single), Later with Jools Holland, London, Music, pop music, Pull Me Back In EP, Singer-songwriter, songs about struggles, Songs of the Day, UK talent, WRETCH 32 Leave a comment

Song of the Day: Goldress – YellowStraps (ft. YVNK)

Consisting of Rwandan-born brothers Alban and Yvan Murenzi, Brussels-based alternative R&B/ soul duo YELLOWSTRAPS’ latest single ‘Goldress’, embodies an immediately addictive vibe that’s gets a big thumbs up from the likes of Earmilk, Indie Shuffle and Complex.

Operating in a smooth, soulful groove, ‘Goldress’ pushes against the borders of convention both lyrically and sonically while marking a path for a complex of jazzy references to shine through. From the get-go, the single is an ingenious blend of soulful tunes and undeniable technique, held together effortlessly by the charismatic Murenzi brothers.

The video for the track takes place in a cinema, between a young man and a woman in a gold dress. The panning of the camera between the two characters creates complex dynamics from simple actions, while the visuals of the “lady in the gold dress” complement the inherent surrealism, while at the same time adding a literal element to the cinematography.

The track features VYNK who has releases on renowned labels Kitsuné and Majestic Casual and has shared stages with notable acts such as Ghostface Killah and Killah Priest.

Out now via Haliblue Records, ‘Goldress’ is the title track from their upcoming EP ‘Goldress’, slated to drop on 7th February 2020.

Check out the video below…

January 20, 2020January 20, 2020 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: Africa, Alban Murenzi, alternative music, Belgium, Haliblue Records, indie group, indie music, Music, music video, r&b, Rwanda, song of the day, Yellowstraps Goldress (single), Yvan Murenzi Leave a comment

Song of the Day: Cocaine Corbin [2] – Rigga Romez x Lord Jones

London-based producer RIGGA ROMEZ and Philadelphia MC SCORCESE LORDE JONES link up for the second installment of the Cocaine Corbin series, ‘Cocaine Corbin [2]’.

The first official leak off their currently untitled EP, ‘Cocaine Corbin [2]’ continues the story that began on the Dream Team “Signing Bonus” project.

Look out for the EP dropping very soon…for now, get the taste of the project below…

January 16, 2020 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: hip-hop, indie artists, indie music, London, Lorde Jones x Rigga Romez Cocaine Corbin [2], Music, Philadelphia, Songs of the Day, UK talent, unsigned artists, unsigned music, USA Leave a comment

Song of the Day: No Cap (83 Babies Remix) – A1

Before 2019 was out, A1 hit the studio and recorded his take on 83 Babies hit single, ‘No Cap’

I have a feeling that 2020 is going to be a year where this New Yorker really steps up his game, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled on NEW LEASE MUSIC for more blazing music from this guy…

January 16, 2020 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: 83 Babies, A1 No Cap (83 Babies remix), cover songs, hip-hop, indie artist, indie music, Music, New York City, Songs of the Day, unsigned music, unsigned rapper, USA Leave a comment

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