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OUT TODAY: Raphael Tate Returns With Soulful Single ‘Gotta Hold On’ From Album Love, Grieve and Live

Following his appearance on ITV’s Starstruck, where he impersonated the Godfather of Soul James Brown earlier in this year (2023), RAPHAEL TATE – known fondly as the Prince of Soul by his fans – is back in the spotlight with album, ‘Love, Grieve Live’ out today (18th August) via his label, Tate Love Productions.

The nine track album includes previously released singles – the orchestral-led ballad, ‘Lord I Need You Near’ (featuring acclaimed jazz musician JeffMajors), which received a seal of approval from BBC Radio Derby’s Pam Sidhu; ‘Here Without You’, supported by BBC Radio Stoke plus radio stations around the globe, and Reprezent Radio favourite, ‘Everyday Is Mother’s Day’.

‘Love Grieve and Live’ album mirrors the cycle of losing a dear one: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Raphael knows all too well what it’s like to be on the turbulent journey: in 2020, his mother unexpectedly passed away and understandably Raphael went through a rollercoaster of emotions.

Alongside the release of the album, Raphael also shares fifth track, ‘Gotta Hold On’, which arguably acts as an anchor of survival to the cycle of grief. With esteemed jazz/soul musician Mark A. Walker providing guitar riffs which adds an edge of funk to the soulful piece, ‘Gotta Hold On’ serves as the perfect platform for Raphael’s heartfelt powerhouse vocals to deliver an inspirational and powerful message of losing someone: it’s OK not to be OK, as those dark moments are in actual fact a fundamental part of the healing process.

Since impressing judges Adam Lambert, Beverley Knight, Rowland Keating and Jason Mansford with his slick moves as James Brown on ITV’s StarStruck, Washington DC-born Raphael has recently become a member of The Recording Academy/Grammy Awards Class of 2023 (Washington DC Chapter). With back-to-back performance across The Midlands – where he now calls home – and across the UK, Raphael manages to find the time to offer some healing with his new heartfelt album and single ‘Gotta Hold On’, both out now across various music platforms.

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Miso Extra Shares Last Single, ’50/50′ From Her Upcoming MSG EP

Trailblazing London-based, mixed heritage singer, rapper and producer MISCO EXTRA has today shared the final taste from her forthcoming MSG EP, ahead of its release on Friday (18th August) via Transgressive Records. With ’50/50′ she demonstrates a further foray into experimenting with wonky beats, restrained percussion and clever samples, all while singing/rapping in both Japanese and English. Talking about the single she says, “finding the balance in life is hard and I’m someone who is guilty of being stuck in drive. I wrote this song to remind me to not be too hard on myself and to try and enjoy the ride.”

The single is accompanied by an incredible animated video, directed by Taku Mikami, whom Miso discovered on Instagram through a Japan-based gallery she follows posting his work. In her words, “I fell in love with the moody color palettes and animation style. I took a chance and reached out to ask if he would be interested in working on a video. When they said yes and came back with a treatment it felt like a no brainer. Taku has beautifully managed to weave in so many different references to the lyrics into the visuals. I honestly think this video is amazing!”

Check out the video for ’50/50 ‘ below…

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Jayde Riannia unveils lustful single, ‘Own It’

R &B newcomer JAYDE RIANNIA‘s new single ‘Own It’ is an upbeat song about lust and ambitions, reminding an admirer to keep the fantasy alive. The aspiring singer-songwriter fuses R&B, Neo Soul, and Reggae to create her unique sound.

The dynamic production and assertive lyrics strikes a chord with listeners of both genders and can also be interpreted as a call to female empowerment. As the lyric reads:

“I’m the apple of your eye, no telling me that it’s a lie, you know it. You can’t resist me, one of a kind, just like fine wine, just own it.”

Jayde Riannia’s love of music began whilst growing up in a household of diverse personalities, where she was introduced to a wide range of music genres to which she would always sing along to. After many years of being complimented for her vocals, Jayde was motivated to start writing her own songs, fusing her passion of creative writing and singing.

Her debut single ‘Be Free’ remix, released in 2022, was supported and praised by many, including plays on BBC 1Xtra by DJ Target.

With her sound is described as a mix of Summer Walker and Steflon Don, Jayde is embarking on her music career with a collaborative and humble mindset, aiming to be recognised as a feel-good musician who is always true to herself. Have a listen to ‘Own It’ below…

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OUT TODAY: R&B Artist Moh Flow Evolves on ‘Reckless’ Album

MOH FLOW‘s musical journey began as a rapper, but he soon realized that his true calling lay in exploring the depths of his soul through singing and songwriting. This artistic shift proved to be a turning point, as he found his voice and began crafting a sound that seamlessly blends elements of hip-hop, soul, and R&B. The result is a sonic tapestry that resonates with listeners on a profound level, transcending language and cultural barriers. This multi-talented artist has captivated audiences with his lyrical prowess and distinctive sound, firmly establishing himself as one of the Middle East’s most promising talents.

The Reckless album is a collection of nine original songs and two remixes created during a period of creative and personal shift for Moh Flow. If you listen to the entire album, you will feel the wave of disruptive energy and experience the shifts he was going through.

Title track, ‘Reckless,’ is a moment of brutal honesty. Moh Flow addresses people who are no longer in his life by confronting them in these verses. However betrayed he felt by those people, he still recognizes that he had a part to play in those relationships too. After some soul searching, he’s retired from the meaning of the word “Reckless” as in being difficult. The new Moh Flow is reckless in a whole ‘nother way – reckless as in how hard he’s going to go to achieve his dreams. Check out the album below…

Must Listens: Restless, I Got A Question, Focus, Streets, Show Me

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Song of the Day: Killing It – Elif Dame

After releasing a slew of singles from 2020 – 2021, it became clear to Amsterdam based singer-songwriter ELIF DAME that her lifelong battle against depression in combination with the pressure to consistently put out new work had taken away the joy she previously felt in releasing and thus decided to go on a long overdue self-care hiatus. In the year that followed, the artist committed herself to prioritizing her own mental health – all while documenting the process.

The result of that hiatus is her upcoming album, Securely Detached. The release showcases the her journey of learning to take back her own life, differentiate her own feelings from the feelings of her surroundings and also about learning to focus on herself instead of pre-occupying her mind with making other people happy and comfortable. Dame confides, “It’s about reframing my co-dependent relationships and about my time on the waitlist to get mental health care. It’s about the important process of learning what it means to put yourself first.”

The album kicked off with the release of ‘Celexa (Buy Me Time)’ where Dame opened up about hitting rock bottom and weighing up the options of going on medication. Now, Elif Dame continues with part two of her story, with her single ‘Killing It’ which focuses on letting go and starting to feel the benefits of medication, all whilst having doubts about being on the precipice of another manic episode. Sonically, ‘Killing It’ features warm, honey-soaked vocals, vibey beats from fellow Amsterdam artist GANZ, and hypnotic melodies which create an all-encompassing atmosphere. Check out the gorgeous single below…

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