Elif Dame shares beautifully honest single, ‘Celexa (Buy Me Time)’

Taken from her new EP, ‘Securely Detached’ ELIF DAME‘s latest single ‘Celexa (Buy Me Time)’ sees the Amsterdam-based singer/songwriter opens up about hitting rock bottom and weighing up the options of going on medication.

Released 27th october across various music platforms, ‘Securely Detached’ also features songs such as ‘How to Self-Care’ and ‘Self-Care Pt. II’ where Dame admits to not being able to fulfill her primary needs as a basic means of maintaining her stability and consequently facing a never ending cycle of healing and self-sabotage. Singles ‘Grandmothers Fault’ and ‘Good Friend’ both of which speak about the songwriters struggles with unhealthy relationships in her life, as well as ‘Nature of the Beast’ where the artist realizes that addiction is a family disease.

Having garnered nearly half a million streams for her debut single, Elif Dame (meaning she who brings light) is heading in the right direction, with the EP setting to take her to new heights, as she connects with listeners around the world with her beautifully honest and vulnerable music. Have a listen to ‘Celexa (Buy Me Time)’ below…

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Genre-bending artist Tana drops new trap banger ‘Face Value’

Step aside for fierce genre-bending artist TANA, as she makes no apologies for her flappable confidence in brand new track, ‘Face Value’. The loaded bass also encourages us to unapologetically step into our power and let that confidence shine, blinding naysayers who has a lesser opinion of you.

Aim to “be real and be a voice for others”, Tana is heavily influenced by the rich and diverse views on the gay culture. Her song ‘Savage’ was signed to Sony US & Babygrande records (also featured on the A3C compilation album). Showcasing her unique flair for lyrics & melody, the London-based artist has written for Chinese artist ‘Jike Junyi’. Tana’s tracks have been championed by ‘Gay Times’, following her recent main stage performance at UK Black Pride 2022 where she performed in front of 25,000 people.

In addition, Tana has played NXNE Festival, Tallin Music Week, and London Pride, as well as being featured on BBC introducing, Reprezent Radio, Soho Radio, Pulse 88, Gaydio and Trace Urban, and many numerous publications such as Earmilk, and AnR Factory.

‘Face Value’ was released last Friday (27th October) across various music platforms. Why not jump start your weekend and have a listen below…

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R&B Soultress Tai Mistyque unveils new EP, ‘Head Over Heart’

Rising singer-songwriter TAI MISTYQUE has unveiled her brand new album, ‘Head Over Heart,’ a powerful and emotive collection of songs that highlight the profound process of growing up and seeing the world through the lens of emotional sensitivity.

‘Head Over Heart’ presents a heartfelt narrative of Tai’s personal journey, a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns that challenged everything she knew of the world. The album not only delves into the impact of heartbreak but also explores the complexities of why cherished friendships may fall apart.

Through her music, Tai Mistyque invites listeners to shed their rose-colored glasses and confront the world with love, as it truly is. The album encourages the mind and heart to work in harmony, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricacies of life. The music and lyrics explore the essence of vulnerability, the significance of establishing boundaries, and the beauty of personal epiphanies that can shape one’s journey.

This album speaks directly to a specific audience: young women who are in the process of discovering their self-worth. Serving as a handbook for life, ‘Head Over Heart’ provides invaluable insights into the trials and tribulations that women may face as they navigate the world. Tai steps into a “big sis” role, offering guidance and reassurance. ‘Head Over Heart’ captures that pivotal moment in life when individuals learn to collaborate with their hearts while wearing the armor of self-protection. It underscores the possibility of finding happiness, maintaining loving relationships, and safeguarding oneself in a world that can be both beautiful and challenging.

‘Head Over Heart’ addresses the trigger words “naive” and “gullible” while celebrating the importance of maintaining a positive outlook, even in the face of adversity. It is Mistyque’s hope that her audience walks away from this project feeling “deeply understood.”

Must Listens: Go Crazy

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Song of the Day: I’m Hot – The Hoodies

Viral Rap sensations The HOODIES released their EP What Pressure Makes in March of this year. The six-track project served as a prelude to the duo’s forthcoming full-length album Hidden Gems, produced entirely by the legendary Kid Capri.

Now brothers E-Class and Young Poppa tease the album with its lead single ‘I’m Hot’, now available on all digital streaming platforms and stores via Asti Love/EMPIRE. The song showcases the young Upstate New York natives’ impressive wordplay, sharp flows and unrivaled ferocity over Capri’s hard-hitting production and DJ scratches.

“Our new record ‘I’m Hot’ was inspired by the golden era of hip-hop. It’s 50th anniversary of hip-hop so why wouldn’t we bring back that nostalgic boom bap feel? The creation process was incredible. Kid Capri threw some mixes and scratches right there on the spot to compliment the beat, while Pop and I delivered with the witty, punchline, metaphor heavy lyrics. ‘Hidden Gems’ will be the album to restore that classic hip-hop feel back to culture. Real concepts, real lyrics, real life.” – E-Class

Why not have a listen below…

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Bliss Williams releases new neo-soul bop ‘The Sequence’

London-based BLISS WILLIAMS’ first memories of music are the tapes of 60s pop and soul his parents kept in the car when he was little. This early introduction to timeless songwriting from the likes of The Beach Boys, not to mention all those Motown classics, left an indelible mark. A few years later, he received a guitar for his birthday, starting a lifelong love affair with music-making.

Fast-forward to 2023 and Williams is releasing soulful songs on Colorama Records, a small independent label run by Paul Weller bassist Andy Crofts. His tunes have been championed by John Kennedy on Radio X and Gary Crowley on the BBC, while recent single ‘A Thousand Times Before’ (featuring Weller drummer Ben Gordelier) was playlisted by Spotify.

Now he returns with new single ‘The Sequence’, an seriously infectious neo-soul head-bopper with a soft psychedelic twist. Check it out below…

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