Star song: 1982 –El Born

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Today’s song is 1982 the, debut single from British alternative rock band, EL BORN.

Since forming in May of this year, the London-based act is already making waves; they’ve done back-to-back live performances across London and they were also featured on BBC Sessions in June.

It comes to no surprise that these guys generated interest in no time, as 1982 is simply a pleasant production, with effortlessly cool but gutsy vocals that instantly grabs your attention. Since its release in May, 1982 reached number 19 in the iTunes chart. It was also featured on ITV’s hit drama Monroe and coldplay.com.

Go on, have a listen to 1982, as this song really deserves your undivided attention. Like me, if you’re a fan after listening to 1982, head over to their website, where you can get to know this talented band.

Star Song: Forever Strange – Madalena Alberto

Madalena Alberto

Today’s song is the stunning Forever Strange, the new single by MADALENA ALBERTO.

Portuguese -born MADALENA ALBERTO  moved to London, where she developed a fruitful career in the musical theatre. She received raving reviews for portraying Fantine in the acclaimed 25th Anniversary production of Les Miserables.

MADALENA ALBERTO is also a singer/songwriter and has generated respect from musicians on the local music scene, as well as gaining a huge fan base. Well it comes to no surprise – when you listen to Forever Strange, it won’t be hard to figure out why she’s so respected. Recorded at Songreel Studios in London, this untampered production shows off the songstress simply-breathless vocals, which turns all gutsy towards the end. Absolutely stunning.

If you’ve fallen in love with Forever Strange, you can go over to her Spotify page and listen to her other simply magical songs.

For now, take a peek at the video for Forever Strange.

Star song: Stay the Same – Stephanie Santiago

Stephanie Santiago

Well guys, I have a REAL treat for you today! Let me introduce to the super-talented STEPHANIE SANTTIAGO and her latest cover of BONOBO’s track of Stay the Same.

The Londoner has been penning songs since the age of 11 and now she is more than ready to make her mark in the UK indie soul scene. The self-taught guitarist possesses a real rich, magical and (I must say) very sultry vocals that will stop you in your tracks – If you don’t believe me, listen to the super-soothing Stay the Same.

If you’re really feeling her performance, there’s more where that came from…head over to her SoundCloud page….and listen to her heart-tugging song, Let Me In. Absolutely stunning!

Star Song: Beautiful Sunrise – Nizell

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Today’s song is Beautiful Sunrise by Canadian rapper NIZELL. This track is coming from his EP, Who Is He? released last year (by Built2Last Entertainment.)

NIZELL’s music journey stretched back to 2002, where he performed under the name TDOT. He released an album on an independent label which sold over 5,000 copies. NIZELL went on to work with a string of artists and producers in Canada and the US and has performed in Acapulco, Mexico, Calgary, London and Ontario. In 2006, he released his mixtape, TDot’s Finest Pt.1 followed by TDot’s Finest Pt.2 in the summer of 2011.

NIZELL re-established his sound with the release of 2012 mixtape, Like I Never Left (Built2Last Entertainment), which received raving reviews across the net. This guy kept on rolling as just a few months after the release of Like I Never Left, NIZELL dropped his latest EP, Who Is He? This ten-track production displays lyrics of personal experience, struggle and pain coupled with some seriously dope beats.

Take time out and listen to Beautiful Sunrise. If this is your first time listening to NIZELL, I bet it won’t be the last! More of his tracks are available on iTunes.