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EP Review: Beast Side – Tom Bem

Tom Bem Beast Side

Following the release of his well-received debut EP Shallows, TOM BEM slams another one entitled Beast Side, released earlier this month.

Displaying his usual emotionally intensive arrangements, the South-East London producer and singer injects vulnerability in this vocals, revealing the battle within himself in containing his emotions during the turbulent years of his life. Among the stunningly atmospheric soundscapes, there’s a tinge of Timbaland/Timberlake influence present in some tracks…hit the play and see what you think…answers below please!

The Must Listens: Rebound, Hide & Seek, Kalashnikov 

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EP Review: Felix De Luca

Felix de Luca

One of Copenhagen’s hottest hip-hop exports FELIX DE LUCA slams his latest eponymous EP, released earlier this month.

A soul-satisfying, 90’s-inspired vintage hip-hop dominates the six track collection, where the upfront MC delivers hard-hitting wordplay with such vibrancy. Guys, I found another hot one – so please take the time and check it out.

Must Listens: No.1, Smoke Break, Find Myself

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EP Review: Life’s Got You Riveted – Oloff

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OLOFF emerged into the NEW LEASE MUSIC spotlight for the second time with his latest EP, Life’s Got You Riveted, released earlier this month.

Described as genre-bending by the Bristolian alternative emcee, the four-track set offers up some real slick vintage hip-hop which works in unison with the (respectfully) wayward delivery that’s very similar to Mike Skinner from The Streets. It’s worth a listen – check it out!

Must Listens: Plughole, Smart Kind Of Arsehole 

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EP Review: When You Realise People Are Not One Dimensional – Model 86

model 86 Holdin

If you’re a regular on NEW LEASE MUSIC, you’ve probably came across MODEL 86‘s off-the-wall single, Hold On, forming part of his latest five-track EP, When You Realise People Are Not One Dimensional.

Released earlier this month, the man behind the project, Matthew James Wilcock goes all out and unleashed some insanely ingenious fusions of alternative hip-hop, R&B, jazz and electronica with tampered vocals giving each set a toe-curling lick. You’re forgiven if you think the EP sound bonkers – but trust me on this one – it’s as smooth as a Sade classic (well, kind of).

Must Listens: Holdin,’ Mono, Fake Life Jacket

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EP Review: Isolate – Richie Ashwin

Richie Ashwin isolate

It’s been so looooong since RICHIE ASHWIN appeared on NEW LEASE MUSIC, that I began to wonder whether he disappeared of the face of the Earth! Anyways I’m very glad to have him back and his latest EP, Isolate.

Unlike his 2013 self-titled EP, which comprises ecochic fusions of RnB, dubstep and hip-hop, the British songster adopted a more simple, whiter-than-snow soundscapes, where the smooth atmospheric drive reverbs throughout each production, working in perfect harmony with the heavenly sweet-overtones. A must-have collection for chilling out – and getting busy between the sheets!

Start your weekend on a chilled vibe and check out the EP

Must Listens: Isolate, One More

 

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