After closing off 2024 with track, ‘Champagne Problems’, rapper NATTY BOI ZOE starts off 2025 with a profound video for thought- provoking track, ‘Black Renaissance’. Why not take a peep below…
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Swedish EDM artist HANDSHAKE IN SPACE captivates listeners once again with the release of latest single, ‘Healing Frequencies’. This instrumental masterpiece blends intricate electronic textures with emotive depth, offering a rich sonic journey that is as soothing as it is invigorating.
‘Healing Frequencies’ channels the emotive power of genre-defining electronic music with an approach that feels both timeless and innovative. The track’s lush soundscape combines atmospheric strings, soulful rhythms, and a pulsing undercurrent of beats, creating a balance between tranquility and momentum. Its intricate layering of sounds invites listeners to pause, reflect, and immerse themselves in a healing auditory experience.
Inspired by the evocative storytelling of classic electronic music, HANDSHAKE IN SPACE crafts a narrative without words, letting the melodies and textures speak volumes. Each element of the track contributes to an overarching feeling of introspection and rejuvenation, making it a perfect addition to playlists for relaxation, meditation, or late-night listening.
‘Healing Frequencies’ will be available on all major streaming platforms. Have a listen below…
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Rising music producer & artist 705 shares the release of his highly anticipated EP, ‘Quarter Past 7ven’, a dynamic Afro fusion project that seamlessly merges the rich sounds of West African music with contemporary Western influences. Featuring collaborations with talented artists CBlvck, Tradge, and Habeeb Samba, this EP is a celebration of cultural diversity, energy, and innovation.
‘Quarter Past 7ven, is a bold exploration of rhythm and melody, offering listeners a fresh twist on Afrobeat, Afro-pop, and hip-hop. Each track is infused with vibrant percussion, infectious grooves, and soulful vocals, creating an electrifying listening experience that transcends borders. From the high-energy bangers to the introspective moments, the EP showcases 705’s versatility as a producer and their ability to craft a cohesive yet diverse body of work.
‘Quarter Past 7ven’ is more than just a collection of songs; it’s a journey through sound and culture. The title reflects the idea of being at a unique moment in time—a quarter past seven—symbolising a fresh perspective and a new direction in music. The EP is a testament to 705’s commitment to pushing boundaries and creating music that resonates with a global audience.
“This EP is a love letter to my roots and the sounds that have shaped me as an artist. I wanted to create something that feels both familiar and entirely new, and I’m so grateful to have worked with incredible talents like CBlvck, Tradge, and Habeeb Samba to bring this vision to life.” – 705
‘Quarter Past 7ven’ is now out across various music platforms. Have a listen below:
Must listens: Vibe With Me, Flimtrick
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Hailing from Dublin, indie rock band SLEEPY DAYS came to fruition after an act of kindness: whilst studying at BIMM Dublin (Dublin Music college), the quartet quickly rallied into the college’s recording studio, to rescue a mutual friend’s final assignment.
From that moment, Conor Dwyer (lead vocals & rhythm guitar), Michael O’Kane (lead guitar & backing vocals), Alex Ganje (bass) and Aaron Lacumber (drums), realised they had immediate chemistry and, as the saying goes, the rest was history. From that undeniable bond, Sleepy Days has conjured their trademark that takes inspiration from Japanese rock, synth pop and surf rock and perhaps a hint of shoegaze.
Their new single,’Night Owl’ immediately transports you back to the late eighties/early nineties when shoegaze was at its best. With reverbing guitar riffs and hypnotic rhythms, ‘Night Owl’ reflects lead vocalist Conor Dwyer’s struggle to transition from the nocturnal life of the college days into the early starts in the real working world.
With the ahead on, brash arrangements, perfectly reflecting the dreaded changeover, this single should be an ode to any soon-to-be graduates who are anxious about to that major life leap.
‘Night Owl’ is out today (21st February) across various music platforms. To commemorate the release of the single, the guys are headlining a show in The Workman’s Club Main Room, Dublin, hosted by Ex-Oh Promotions, on Friday, 7th March.
Why listen to ‘Night Owl’ below…
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JEM WAX‘s latest offering, ‘SPIDERRR’, was born from a recording session the London-based singer/producer had with multi-instrumentalist Natsuma and top-liner Emma Tea. During a lengthy and heartfelt session, the trio shared experiences of male privilege, power dynamics and personal growth.
Their shared experiences resulted in an audacious genre-bending cut with jem’s signature sung-spoken style firmly instilling strength, resilience and liberation, over a deep-guelling bass, which ran rampant through the production, with playful elements of jazz and hip-hop.
Commenting on the powerful track, who she produced with multi-instrumentalist Natsuma, jem said: “This song symbolises the power we have over our pasts. We can’t change what happened, but we can process how it affected us and make sure we don’t repeat mistakes. I want people to feel empowered, to have fun, and to dust off a few cobwebs after listening to the track. To me, ‘SPIDERRR’ is like Imagine Dragons meets auto-tune, meets UK Rap, meets Soul.’
A BBC Introducing favourite, jem’s dynamic vocals and lyricism, which radiates attitude and authenticity, have catapulted in the UK live music scene, earning her a sold-out headline show at Camden Chapel, plus a string of notable performances at The Strongroom, Piano Smithfield, and more recently, Servant Jazz Quarters.
As jem wax continues to be unapologetically herself, by blending elements of jazz, rap and pop to create a bold, genre-defying sound, she’s definitely the one to watch in 2025.
‘SPIDERRR’ is out today (13th February) via various music platforms. Why not listen below…
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