Tag: Inspirational songs

Mackenzy Mackay shares inspiring single, ‘Don’t Quit Trying’ ahead of EP, ‘Life, Love & Upsets’.

Gearing up for his sold out UK/EU tour over the coming month, MACKENZY MACKAY has shared his latest, ‘Don’t Quit Trying’, set to feature on his forthcoming EP ‘Life, Love & Upsets’ due for release on 7th June. Following on from a string of acclaimed singles that have gained millions of streams worldwide from ‘Cold Stare’, ‘Bruised One’, and ‘Every Last Detail’, ‘Don’t Quit Trying’ is another stand-out release from the singer-songwriter sensation as he continues to cement his hitmaker status in British music.

A product of never giving up on your dreams, Mackenzy Mackay’s determination and life-long dream to become an artist is the motivation behind his latest single. Whether it’s hitting a personal best in the gym or finding the courage to pursue your dream career, Mackenzy Mackay is encouraging his listeners to never give up and let optimism prevail. Built against an acoustic production, ‘Don’t Quit Trying’ is sentimental down to its sonics as Mackay strips it all back for another offering of unfiltered vulnerability in his lyricism.

When asked about the meaning behind the single, Mackenzy Mackay shared, “‘Don’t Quit Trying’ is basically a song about being persistent and not giving up on what you’re working towards, Whether that’s a career choice, trying to learn something new, beating a PB or just anything you’re trying to achieve, it’s just a little reminder to myself and whoever might need to hear it, not to quit trying at whatever it is they’re going for”

Since his debut in 2022, Mackenzy Mackay has accumulated over 100 million streams across DSP’s as well as a growing following of just under one million supporters online. Hailing from Yorkshire, nestled away in Northern England, the singer-songwriter who now resides in London, has already gained comparisons from household names including Arctic Monkeys, Post Malone, Dominic Fike, and Ed Sheeran. Taking daily inspiration from his own life alongside the hustle and bustle of the UK’s capital, Mackenzy Mackay has formed a distinct sound that resonates with people from all walks of life and ages.

With upcoming performances at Reading & Leeds Festival, Frequency, Oberkampf, and The Great Escape, as well as his sold out UK and EU tour and the release of his forthcoming EP ‘Love, Life & Upsets’, Mackenzy Mackay isn’t showing signs of slowing down! The sensation has also gained recognition from BBC Radio 1 as their ‘Artist of the Week’ and ‘Future Pop’ playlist. Further highlighting his domination in the live space, Ticketmaster named him as their ‘New Music’ artist of the week.

Why not have a listen to ‘Don’t Quit Trying’ below…

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Song of the Day: 6 Feet Off The Floor – Karen Harding

Melbourne, Australia based singer-songwriter, KAREN HARDING‘s self written and produced single, ‘6 Feet Off The Floor’, glows luminously in a world in need of inspiration. The uplifting single is compelling from the very first note with its enticing piano melodies, layered vocals, and catchy beat. The song urges listeners to rise above and embrace their worries and find perspective in the midst of life’s passing challenges.

Karen Harding entered Melbourne, Australia’s vibrant music scene when she released her debut single ‘I Didn’t Realise,’ released May 2021. Since then she has explored uncharted sonic waters by teaming up with artists and producers internationally.

Notable awards earned by Karen in recent years include winning the 2021 Bendigo Bank-sponsored Radio Eastern Songwriter Talent Show; being nominated as a Top Ten Winner at World Songwriting Awards in September 2021 and Best International Artist at Crags Radio Independent Artist Awards held February 2022.

Through her music, Karen Harding invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. Her songs showcase her ability to delve into the complexities of human emotion while offering solace and understanding through her moving lyrics and distinct musical style.

‘6 Feet Off The Floor’ follows the runaway success of the releases of her first two singles from her upcoming album, ‘Imaginary Boyfriend’ and ‘Judge You’. ‘6 Feet Off The Floor’ is the third offering off her eagerly awaited album ‘Behind the Mask’.

Why not listen to the enchanting single below…

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Rapper Tone Levels goes on a journey of self with album, ‘God Is Here’

TONE LEVELS is a self-made entrepreneur who has forged a unique route in life by fusing his interests and skills to reinforce a genuinely influential and motivating profession. His path to success has been paved with tenacity, diligence, and a strong desire to help others.

Using his skills as a rapper, he spreads messages about the power of healing, self-love, and happiness. He now has about 200k followers across his social media platforms, making him a popular speaker, advocate for holistic health and wellbeing, and thought leader in the community. He’s now aware that his voice is more than him, thanks to encouraging comments from people who could identify with his music.

Tone Levels returns with his brand-new hip-hop album, ‘God Is Here’. The 15-track compilation documents his spiritual awakening where he states that he is ‘coming into the knowingness of self’. As soon as he realised that his actions, words, and thoughts shape his world, he began to adjust to this realisation. Around this time he also delved into journaling to explore shadow work. He began to heal the inner child within himself, knowing himself better, and dive into deeper depths of his soul and entire being.

Tone Levels’ musical journey reflects a deep passion for storytelling. Instrumentally rich and evocative, ‘God Is Here’, showcases his beautifully arranged flows. The vulnerability throughout the album serves as a metaphor for his growth and resilience both as a person and as an artist.

The seamlessly R&B and hip-hop infused tracks showcase Tone Levels’ masterful music abilities and talents creating a compelling collection of songs. He effortlessly channels his positive energy through the flows that he keeps present throughout this stunning album. He embraces the complexity and depth providing listeners with a captivating musical experience on, God Is Here.

The album’s focus track ‘The Original Woman’ is a highly vibrational and inspirational offering. Tone Levels sent the beat to Londrelle who stated that he felt in his spirit to speak to the women on, God Is Here. He tapped into his heart chakra and spoke about how he feels toward black women and his love for them.

On the song, Tone Levels says, “It is about uplifting the black woman. Speaking life and power into the black woman. Killing off the sex war (women vs men) and stepping up as men to let the black women know how much they mean to us men and how proud we are. Growing up around nothing but women allowed me to grow a different type of love and appreciation for black women. We love you, we see you, we appreciate you, we value you, we honor you, we cherish you.”

Listen to ‘God Is Here’ below…

Must Listens: God Is Here, The Original Woman, To Sit With The Kings, Anybody Out There, No Holster Freestyle

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K-Riz brings optimism into 2024 with video for latest track, ‘Come & Go’

K-RIZ returns with a new video for ‘Come & Go’ that illuminates the artist’s infectious optimism. The hip-hop and R&B-infused single, which appears on the Birthday Cake Records-released album, ‘One Way Ticket’, is an affirmation to overcome negative thoughts, move through hard times with ease, and embrace the lessons that can be learned from adversity.

On the track, the multi-talented Alberta artist expresses the liberating power of having grace and letting go of the past, while using forward movement as an encouragement to listeners. “Tough times are temporary; they’re teaching lessons,” says K-Riz. “Problems come and go as long as you’re always working towards moving forward. When you look at the storms from that perspective, you can see them for what they are – here today, gone tomorrow – and weather them with more resilience.”

Featuring many of K-Riz’s past collaborators (horns from Octavio N. Santos, violin from Tina Sol, and Deppisch on the flute), swirling arrangements complement producer Theo’s spacious beats. Emerging Calgary filmmaker Gbohunmi lends his directorial talents, taking viewers on a tour through elevated spaces and mindsets, moving from one transitory place to the next, from train stations to rooftops, culminating in K The Chosen rapping contemplative verses as he walks through Calgary at night. The video also features cameos from rappers Tea Fannie and La Tytan.

The release of ‘Come & Go’ follows praise for K-Riz’s latest album, One Way Ticket, from various outlets. RANGE Magazine included the album on its list of the Top 50 Canadian Albums of 2023, and Bandcamp featured the LP as a New & Notable album upon its release, while Complex Canada included singles ‘Middle Finger U’ and ‘Inside Your Love’ among its Best New Canadian Tracks. Look for more visuals from the album soon, and listen to One Way Ticket on all streaming platforms now.

Check out the video for ‘Come & Go’ below…

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Song of the Day: Who – Scout

London-based singer, songwriter and producer SCOUT ushers in a compelling era of evolution as she announce her debut EP ‘Everything Will Make Sense’, out 1st March 2024 via Sweat Entertainment (Dolores Forever, kid apollo).

Scout shares some of the same ideals as its namesake – Scout from To Kill A Mockingbird – as well as reflecting on her own wrestlings with femininity, societal expectations and the power found in telling your own story.

Hamburg born, Sweden raised and now firmly London based having moved to the capital at the age of 17, Scout’s transcendent pop creations are cathartic and empowering in equal measure. Partly tracking her journey as a young woman finding her footing in this industry (having operated in a shoegaze band signed to Heavenly Records in her late teens), Scout is a project rooted in defiance and knowing your worth.

To mark the announcement of their debut EP, Scout is sharing the project’s rousing second single ‘Who’. Through tasteful electronics and rich alt-pop production, ‘Who’ relays feelings of frustration and confusion, dissecting power abuse in the music industry – ultimately written as a reminder to wholly respect and trust your own sense of self.

Speaking more on the inspiration behind new single ‘Who’, Scout said: “The song was born from accumulated feelings of violation and a breach of trust by figures of authority in my life and early career. When I picked myself back up, I felt pretty raw and desperate to gain back a sense of self worth. When you have no mental buffer it feels a bit like having an open wound but thinking that by letting people poke around in it, they could help me heal.

‘Who’ is me questioning some of these people and experiences, it’s a reminder to not give your power away and to find it in your truth and self expression: To honour and embrace yourself fully, but also remembering the toll it can take when you don’t.”

Listen to the inspiring single below…

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