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…
EMANI TALITHA‘s exciting debut EP, Loving My 20s (‘LM20’), beautifully captures the delicate balance between Old School and New School R&B, offering a soulful, tranquil, vulnerable, and relatable sound.
An audio soundscape, ‘LM20’ mirrors Emani’s embrace of the third decade of her life. The project features a wholesome and melodically calming sound, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in an enjoyable, feel-good atmosphere with high vibrational frequencies.
‘LM20’ is a reflective and affirmational journey through the diverse facets of life in one’s twenties. By evoking a sense of shared experience, Emani Talitha reassures her audience that they are not alone in their feelings and experiences. “The story behind this project is expressing the love in my 20s – the love life, the love for my dreams and goals, and the love I have for my loved ones, affirming myself through it all.” She further adds –“It’s about different facets of my 20s that many have experienced and can relate to. The message revolves around navigating through uncertainties, facing insecurities, and celebrating the highs and lows, the good and the bad.”
‘Loving My 20s’ has already garnered support on Westside Radio, Global Soul Radio and The Beat and is now available to stream in its entirety with special guest appearances on the project coming from Shayne Brown and Big Jest. Why not have a listen below…
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…
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…
Canadian singer/songwriter JupiterReign wanted to make a song that captures the excitement and spontaneity that often accompanies romantic connections that, not only explores the magnetic pull between individuals, but also embraces the carefree spirit that defines the thrill of being swept away in the heat of the moment.
Released on Valentine’s Day, her single, ‘In A Rush’ perfectly captures the whirlwind experience – it paints a vivid picture of the thrill and passion that comes with the fast-paced nature of love, making it a perfect anthem for those who savor the playful and sensual aspects of their relationships.
‘In A Rush’ is the standalone single to JupiterReign’s debut album, ‘Jupiter’s Dreams’, slated for release later this year. The project is a sonic fusion, where soft R&B melodies, rhythmic hip-hop beats, and infectious Afrobeat rhythms converge to create an immersive musical experience.
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