Song of the Day: Thinking Out Loud – Myles Lloyd

Canadian R&B singer MYLES LLOYD returns to the Song of the Day top spot with single, ‘Thinking Out Loud’. The Montreal crooner first graced the blog’s top spot with single ‘Come Around’ back in October.

The smooth slow jam showcases his outstanding vocal range, filled with emotion that can be defined as vulnerable and honest. Myles takes us on a journey through the intricacies of love, weaving a narrative that transcends time and resonates with profound experiences of human connection. The lyrics serve as a poetic testament to the enduring nature of true love and commitment, providing listeners with a space for thoughtful reflection on their own relationships.

Racking up millions of streams for his previous releases and garnering acclaim from the likes of Complex, Teen Vogue Wonderland Magazine, Rolling Stone, Paper Live Nations’ Ones To Watch, Exclaim, Source Revolt Sniffers and Hip Hop DX to name a few, Myles Lloyd is tipped to be one of the hottest artists for 2024 and beyond. So sit back and relax and have a listen to ‘Thinking Out Loud’ below…

Song of the Day: L’s – Nemzzz

Lifted from his first mixtape ‘DO NOT DISTURB’, arriving on 15th March 2024, the new titan of UK Rap NEMZZZ gives the first taste from 11-track project with single ‘L’S’, produced by Zel & Aifo.

Over a relaxed drill beat shimmering with keys and smoky sax notes, Nemzzz reflects on his losses and how he holds his head above the noise of being a rising star in the industry. ‘L’S’ is the first glimpse of the ‘DO NOT DISTURB’ mixtape concept, an exploration of how the young artist is shaped by his upbringing and his fame. ‘L’s’ is accompanied with a slick video shot entirely on 16mm film by frequent collaborators DON Productions. The fresh visual splices footage of Nemzzz at home with friends in Manchester with shots of him in London roaming around the city.

The ‘DO NOT DISTURB’ tape follows a massive 2023 for the young star with a consistent slate of releases including his debut EP Nemzzz Type Beat (which was pulled together in just 17 days in a flex of his innate talents) alongside a string of singles including ‘Therapy’ (Spotify Rap UK Cover), ‘MONEY & VIBES’ (A list at 1Xtra, over +1M streams a week) and ‘8AM IN MANNY’ which landed to props from some of the biggest rappers in the world – Drake and Lil Yachty. Last year saw Nemzzz deliver his first sold-out headline tour alongside performances at festivals including Glastonbury, Ibiza Rocks and more.

Nemzzz is one of the most exciting breakout rap talents of recent years, the rapper is characterised by his ear for leftfield beats and his unique flow. The rapper is shaped by his tough upbringing in Gorton, using his music to reflect on his experiences in Manchester and his mental health struggles.

Since bursting onto the scene at the tender age of 14, he has relentlessly chipped away at his craft – building steady buzz amongst the industry, media and fans alike. With over 180 million combined streams in 2023, mine million TikTok views, tips including BBC Radio 1xtra’s Hot For 2023, Amazon Music x Hunger Magazine Ones To Watch, No Signal Class of ’23, Best Newcomer Nominee MOBO Awards 2022, plaudits from Pitchfork, The Face, DAZED, The Guardian, HYPEBEAST, CLASH, Complex UK and NME – Nemzzz is making serious moves. Check out the video for L’s below…

Song of the Day: Nude Pumps – Carmichael.

Introducing CARMICHAEL. – an artist originally from the UK but has firmly planted his roots in the DC and Maryland area for over 20 years. Carmichael., a past mainstay in the Emo/Post-hardcore scene in the 2000’s, was the frontman of numerous groups and touring alongside bands like (Downtown Singapore, Cutlery, The Receiving Ends of Sirens, All Time Low, etc.).

Carmichael. then took a lengthy hiatus and ended up in the corporate world but with the birth of his son back in 2018 he was inspired to pursue music again as mostly a solo artist yet he has been able to carve out a live band for shows and is looking forward to the his first EP and album to come out in 2024.

The diverse musician and songwriter delivers a silky, honest and gospel-touched conscious hip hop/ Nu-R&B offering on “Nude Pumps” ft Jonny Craig. Check out the video below…

Song of the Day: LVRS4SURE – Jennah Wave

JENNAH WAVE’s latest single ‘LVRS4SURE’, is an upbeat, playful, and flirty love song made for lovers in mind. Produced by Nephew Black and written by Jennah, the smooth backdrop of afterhours R&B with a funk flare makes the perfect platform for Jennah’s lyrics and melody to deliver a feel-good, soulful warmth.

Jennah’s debut song, ‘Erase U’, helped establish her as a soulful songstress that’s here to stay. Committed to her personal sound and voice, Jennah Wave, true to her name, is more determined than ever to make waves as an Artist in 2024.

‘LVRS4SURE’ will be Jennah Wave’s second release since debuting her song and artistry with ‘Erase U’ in 2023. Why not listen to the alt-slow jam below…

Song of the Day: Levels – Sofia Gillani

London-born singer/songwriter SOFIA GILLANI‘s latest single ‘Levels’, is a lot more fun in its messages than her previous offerings. It’s a playful, chilled, laid-back song anyone could just vibe with – no worries, no impendingly painful thoughts, simply the fact that there is no time to waste.

The young songstress offers more insight into her single: “In life, we are constantly progressing, and through the keymotif of ‘levels’ – we can take our time and allow whatever happens to happen. It’s a carefree, party pop song with rap verses to explore my versatility. I cannot wait to perform it live, and showcase this breath of fresh air.”

Sofia Gillani has been captivating audiences since 2020 with her empowering music and visually striking videos. With an impressive collection of singles to her name, including the acclaimed ‘Water Run Dry,’ featured on BBC Introducing, Sofia’s bold and invigorating pop sound is making waves worldwide. From Westfield London to Haslemere Fringe and Luton Pride, her live performances continue to leave a mark as her progresses. Sofia Gillani is undeniably the next bold pop sensation..have a listen to ‘Levels’ below…