OUT TODAY: check out Kalada’s track Feasting ft. UK rap royalty Ashley Walters

Taken from his debut project ‘Thinking Out Loud’, KALADA joins forces with UK rap, TV and film royalty ASHLEY WALTERS on new single, ‘Feasting’. With its catchy instrumental and contagious energy, ‘Feasting’ is guaranteed to get you popping bottles with your friends. This track combines elements of UK rap/hip-hop to create a unique sound that will have you hooked from the chorus.

Released alongside the single, ‘Thinking Out Loud’ is Kalada’s first full body of work, and boasts productions from Fumez the Engineer, Victizzle and Ro, as well as collaborations with Namesbliss, Bookez and a second record with Ashley Walters.

Kalada is a British rapper, songwriter, lyricist & performer from North West London born to Nigerian parents. With music from rap legends such as 2Pac ,DMX, The Notorious B.I.G., JAY-Z & Nas shaping his early years, Kalada officially kicked off his career in 2014 with a song titled ‘Somebody That I Used to Know’. Since then, he has remained active in the UK rap scene with singles such as ‘Summertime Fine’, ‘Jasmine’ (which got added to Rap UK official playlist). Kalada has shown his versatility by exploring genres such as Rap, Trap, Afroswing and Rndrill, and has collaborated with artists and producers such as G Maffiah, namesbliss, Lexi Banks, Beats By Mantra, JRD’N. and more. Some major highlights of his career include performing at ILUVELIVE; getting featured on radio stations such as KISS FM & BBC 1Xtra; an article feature in the Voice Newspaper, and getting verified on Instagram. Despite all his achievements, Kalada intends to continue challenging himself and showing off his intentionality and talent. It is evident he will remain prominent in the scene for a long time.   Have a listen to ‘Feasting’ below…

Song of the Day: Barbie – Emayla

A rising star in the music industry, EMAYLA‘s new single, ‘Barbie,’ transcends conventional beauty standards, delivering a powerful message about embracing individuality and authenticity. In a world that often emphasizes perfection, ‘Barbie’ encourages listeners to celebrate their unique qualities and redefine the meaning of beauty.

“I believe that true beauty lies in fully embracing who you are. ‘Barbie’ is my way of spreading the message that authenticity is beautiful, and everyone should feel empowered to be themselves without conforming to society’s expectations,” says EMAYLA.

EMAYLA has quickly become a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, known for her soulful voice, captivating lyrics, and empowering messages. With previous hits like [Deepest Love, Stay with Me and more], EMAYLA continues to break boundaries and inspire her audience. Have a listen to ‘Barbie’ below…

Listen to Julissa Brandi’s new single, ‘FEEL’

South Carolina artist JULISSA BRANDI releases new R&B/soul song ‘FEEL.’ Why not check it out and drop a like or make a comment what you think the smooth slow jam.

With a passion for music that has been ingrained in her since she was just five years old, she boasts a multifaceted musical talent that extends beyond her enchanting vocals. Alongside her ability to sing like an angel, Julissa is also a proficient pianist and guitarist.

Song of the Day: 811 – Queen Asharah

Meet QUEEN ASHARAH – a gentle and passionate artist with a heart dedicated to creating art that emanates warmth and authenticity. As an accomplished poet, actress, model, and singer-songwriter, she weaves a tapestry of beauty and emotion in each of her artistic endeavors.

Her latest single, ‘811,’ is a delicate expression of her soul. Queen Asharah recently unveiled her enchanting children’s book, “Princess Jona Cleans Her Room,” a project close to her heart that radiates with kindness and creativity.

In a world where gentleness harmonizes with talent, Queen Asharah invites you to join her on a journey of tender expression and heartfelt storytelling. With every note and word, she softly shares a piece of herself, creating a space where the gentle beauty of her art can be embraced and cherished. Why not check out the lyric video for ‘811’ below…

New Lease Music’s Top Ten Albums Of 2023

OK, as promised, here are the top ten albums of 2023.

If you fancy some UK R&B, or maybe some afrobeats fused with smooth R&B, futuristic/dreamy pop or some good old hard-hitting bars, well you’re definitely in the right place! Just get to it and hit play on each beauties below! If you’re feeling any of the collections, please like, or better still, leave a comment below.

Be sure to check NEW LEASE MUSIC’s Top Ten Singles of 2023 tomorrow. I hope you enjoy the albums below…

10. A Late Bloom – Eleanor

9. Jovian 2000 AD – Jovian

8. Diary Is A Waste Of Paper – Nia Chennai

7. Venom Dripp – Showtime Ramon

6. Die Wurzel – Neak

5. 7:05 – 705

4. Rivalry – Samuel Vincent

3. Man Myth Legend – Mike Body

2. Lucid Dreampop – Thyra Hilden

1. Once Upon A Melody – T. Fernandez