Reggae and R&B upcomer Lyrae LYRAE unveiled ‘Nah Lef’, her debut single via Monopolyhouse. Telling the story of true love, this feel good song is equipped with an infectious hook and inescapably rhythmic lyrics ready to start the dance at any next party!
‘Nah Lef’ is now available on iTunes, Apple Music, Tidal, Google Play, Spotify and all major digital outlets…check it out.
One of NEW LEASE MUSIC’s favourite R&B powerhouse RICARDO WILLIAMS returns to the blog’s limelight with his most personal work to date…
In the latest single, ‘Personal’, Ricardo delivers a sincere story of taking a potentially great relationship out of the stagnant stage to flourish to another level. It’s so hard to believe that the wear-your-heart-on-the-sleeve number took only a week to produce! Don’t know how he goes it!
‘Personal’ is the first release from his work-in-progress album. From what I’ve heard from this track, it should go down as a treat…don’t miss out…better have a listen….
In the run up to the arrival of her fourth full-length album, ‘R.O.S.E’. , JESSIE J shares her new song, ‘Not My Ex.’
The powerhouse has recently announced ‘R.O.S.E.—an acronym for Realizations, Obsessions, Sex, and Empowerment— via a video detailing her struggles and journey to this body of work. View the confessional video HERE.
In addition, JESSIE J is preparing to perform at many SOLD OUT shows on the upcoming tour, beginning October 8 at Birmingham Institute in Birmingham, UK with dates plotted through October 28 at Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, CA.
The song is a part of her full-length album, ‘R.O.S.E.’ is expected to drop next year.. for now, have a listen to ‘Not My Ex.’
The first I heard of Kelcey Ayer as JAWS OF LOVE was through his single, bearing the same name..and I immediately fell in love with the stunning emotive debut… and then comes along the release of album ‘Tasha Sits Close To The Piano’ – I had to check it out ; I’d be a fool not to.
The debut single that stole my heart, kicks off the album with a heart wrenching piano dominating the five-minute piece with a soft electro-synth bass joining in at a later stage, giving the production that smooth eighties pop feel.
As you get use to the mesmerising keys in the introductory single, Ayer – also a songwriter, vocalist and pianist for band LocaL Natives – pulls the rug underneath the feet and switches direction. ‘Hawaiian Licence Plates’ and ‘Everything’ up the tempo in the set, with its melodic and atmospheric drive reverberating throughout.
The heartfelt plucks of the lone guitar makes way and takes centre stage in ‘Love Me Like I’m Gone’, where Ayer’s lilting vocals goes down a treat – definitely a highlight of the album. Coldplay-esque electronic soundscapes follows in ‘Before The Hurting Lands’, before concluding on soothing on note with another Coldplay-esque piece ‘Nightlight’, featuring the return of that infamous rhythmic piano chords, this time working in unison of the near soaring violins.
‘Tasha Sits Close To The Piano’ is such a simple and pure collection which may not sound great on paper – but there are some real gem moments within the set – it’s really impossible to hate…head over to iTunes and have a listen for yourself.
Vinyl release of the album is on the 3rd November.
Must Listens: Jaws Of Love, Everything, Love Me Like I’m Gone, Nightlight
‘Caroline’ definitely hits a raw nerve with London-based singer/songwriter SHAEFRI. With atmospheric soundcapes coupled with the stunningly soft/heartfelt vocals, the latest single tells the story of witnessing someone close hitting the self-destruct button – and feeling powerless to save them.
On her most personal release to date, SHAEFRI explains: “I wrote Caroline the day after I received a phone call saying someone close to me was in hospital after overdosing. I cried the whole day but I was also so angry with her for letting it happen. I was so afraid for her life. I felt guilty for not being there when it had happened, that I couldn’t stop her from doing it, and no longer being able to help. Every time it happens, there’s less of a person left to put back together.”
Following the success of previous releases, ‘Pixelate’, ‘Monster, ‘Rabbit Hole’, and ‘Give It All’, SHAEFRI has seen an influx of support from Clash, DIY, and Hattie Pearson at Radio X, whilst her unique brand of haunting vocals and minimalistic beats have seen sold-out performances at venues, such as The Old Blue Last and Notting Hill Arts Club.
‘Caroline’ is the last installment of her EP ‘Cracks’…have a listen to this powerful piece…
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