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Song of the Day: Secret Tunnel – Emma Ballantine

Today EMMA BALLANTINE serves up a very soothing dish with her single, ‘Secret Tunnels’, taken from her new project, ‘Somebody’s Story’.

The three-minute track, released on her own label, Shut Up Jo Records, is the ﬁrst of four new songs that the London-based artist (originally from Salisbury) will be sharing between now and March this year.

Each of the of the tracks in ‘Somebody’s Story’ are based on a true story sent to the singer/songwriter by her followers since she announced the idea just three months ago. ‘Secret Tunnel’, gives a moving and inspiring account of a young girl’s determination to move on with her life after a harrowing experience.

The new tracks have all been produced by Brixton-based producer Moseley and reﬂects a
departure from the traditional folk sound of Emma’s earlier EP, ‘Tourist’. Layered synths and beats combine with her usual storytelling style to create a more contemporary feel.

Since being tipped by Glamour magazine as ‘One to Watch in 2016’, Emma has had a busy year, performing at a string of festivals, including Glastonbury and reaching the ﬁnal of the UK Unsigned Songwriter of the Year competition. She is due to announce a new string of tour dates for spring 2017 to mark the launch of the four tracks as a full EP and physical record.

January 19, 2017 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: Emma Ballantine, Glamour magazine, Glastonbury festival, Inspirational songs, London, pop, Salisbury, Secret Tunnel (single), shut up jo records, Something's Story (EP), songs about life, Songs of the Day, UK Leave a comment

New Music Video: Better – Fjer

After claiming the Song of the Day hotspot ten days ago with single, ‘Better’, Danish singer FJER is back with a chilling visual for her latest release.

Co-directed with Peter Anthony Red, the four-minute production features a soaked FJER in a shower, reflecting on past experiences, knowing that the subject is now looking back and doubting choices.

Released via Quintic, ‘Better’ is now available as a free download on Soundcloud…but before you dash off to grab your copy, check out the video to the trippy electro-pop single.

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: New VideosTags: alternative music, Better (single), danish music, Danish pop, denmark, Fjer, free download, London, new music video, pop, Quintic record label, songs about life Leave a comment

Song of the Day: Frontline Testimony – Sonz of Thunder UK

SONZ OF THUNDER UK has dropped their latest single, ‘Frontline Testimony’, taken from their EP ‘New Levels’.

The three-and-a-half-minute mood shaker which cranked up over 4,000 views on Facebook, boasts an infectiously uplifting reggae bass with the group’s prime aim to reach out to their audience through an equally uplifting and potently inspirational message.

Born and bred in north-west London, Brothers Shane (left) and Dean Brown started SONZ OF THUNDER UK in 2005… and their seamless fusion of genres, ranging from reggae to hip-hop and R&B, didn’t fail to disappoint. With their bombastic presence, the brothers have rocked the stages at a string of festivals, community events and talent shows.

2013 was a great year for the pair as they received great responses for track, ‘It’s All About Love’ after being aired several times on Channel AKA (formerly Channel U).

Their cover to Drake’s hit ‘Once Dance’ (entitled ‘God on the Mind‘) was well received by fans, clocking up way over 6,000 views and 100 shares and likes on Facebook alone.

Their biggest track to date, ‘More To Life’, dominated the airwaves of local community stations, creating major buzz around the pair in 2013 and 2014.

After taking a break for a year, the dynamic duo has made a comeback with ‘New Levels’ EP in July 2016 via VP records sub-label VPAL. The eight-track collection includes anthem-ready, ‘God on the Mind’ and ‘More To Life’ and a tribute song to the late Nelson Mandela.

‘New Levels’ EP is now available on all major music download sites including iTunes and Amazon.

For now, charge up your Monday and check out ‘Frontline Testimony.’

January 16, 2017January 16, 2017 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: Songs of the DayTags: Amazon, channel aka, dean brown, Drake, Frontline Testimony (single), Inspirational songs, iTunes, London, nelson mandela, New Levels EP, reggae, sean brown, song of the day, Sonz of Thunder UK, UK music, UK Reggae, VPAL records Leave a comment

New Music Video: Satellite – I.AM.WILLOW

I.AM.WILLOW debuts the music video for her debut single Satellite, a soaring, sweeping pop song “about giving that special relationship a second chance.”

Her music is a cinematic-pop explosion of influences, highlighted by the contrasting subtlety and power of her vocals, melodic arrangements and evocative lyricism.

The London-based, Malta-born musician, who counts Annie Lennox as a fan, has gained support from BBC Introducing, Q Magazine, The Line of Best Fit, and Time Out (Top 5 Rising Stars of 2015) over the past 12 months.

Watch out for her EP, coming in 2017…but for now, check out the video to Satellite.

December 13, 2016December 12, 2016 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: New VideosTags: Annie Lennox, BBC Introducing, I AM WILLOW, London, malta, new music video, pop, Q Magazine, Satellite (single), songs about relationships, The best line fits, Time Out, UK music, UK pop, UK talent Leave a comment

New Track: Pull Up – SeeJay 100 (ft. Moelogo)

Fresh from his role in the UK screenplay The Intent, South London rapper SEEJAY100 releases Pull Up featuring MOBO nominated artist Moelogo.

Taken from his recently released E.P Red Summer, the track is a bountiful combination of Afrobeats and UK Rap and follows the success of high-energy grime track Pattern My G. A mix of flavours, Red Summer also features a stellar line up of features including Cadet, Big Tobz and Figure Flows.

Having consistently represented the underground, the last 12 months have seen SEEJAY100’s rise through the ranks with his 2015 mixtape Always 100 being the catalyst. Firmly setting him on the map, the tape saw him work with grime king Stormzy, Bonkaz and Scorcher and gain support across multiple platforms. His elevation is only set to continue with this latest release of Pull Up.

November 29, 2016November 29, 2016 by Tracey Dawkins Categories: new singlesTags: afrobeats, Big Tobz, Cadet, hip-hop, London, Moelogo, music video, new releases 2016, Pull Up (single), Red Summer EP, Seejay 100, the MOBO Awards, UK hip-hop, UK music, UK talent Leave a comment

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