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Song of the Day: I’m Climbing – Ericka Nicole Malone

‘I’m Climbin”, is the powerful lead song from NAACP winning ERICKA NICOLE MALONE‘s documentary The Bucketwish. The song is a cathartic release, ushering in an era of abundance for Ericka Nicole Malone as ‘I’m Climbin” is a reminder to take the reins and set the course in pursuit of our wildest dreams.

The single lends its unique R&B meets neo-soul sound to songwriter Ericka Nicole Malone and producer Printz Board, a Grammy Award winner and co-writer of the anthemic ‘Where Is The Love?’ from the iconic music group, Black Eyed Peas. Malone’s soul-striking vocals collide over earthy bass lines and emboldening cascades of piano, offering listeners a profound and transcendent musical experience.

Ericka shares, “I penned “I’m Climbin’” as a lead song on the soundtrack to The Bucketwish because I want people to remember who they are and to keep climbing up the stairs of life to different levels no matter how hard it gets.”

Ericka is an NAACP award-winning filmmaker and songwriter who works to elevate female voices and creatives of color. Her new documentary, The Bucketwish is about pursuing unexplored passions, reminding viewers that it’s never too late to start a new journey. It is an intimate profile on Malone’s story, fears, and impending future ahead.

Listen to ‘I’m Climbin” below…

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OUT TODAY: Katrin-Merili puts her blend of Nordic Nu-Soul on the map with ‘Hold My Body’.

Paris-based, Estonian soul artist KATRIN-MERILI announces her debut EP ‘Beautiful Things’ with her new single ‘Hold My Body’, which is out today (20th June). She captures the soulful energy of Yebba, Sade and Cleo Sol, weaving her vocal around a future-facing instrumental to create a distinctive brand of Nordic neo-soul.

‘Hold My Body’ reflects on a long distance relationship, and the power of love to surpass geographical boundaries. Katrin explores the sacrifices that are made when in love, and the hunger for connection and patience needed to see things through. Alt-RnB lyrical flows are balanced with bopping grooves, euphoric synths and a gospel-inflected harmonic flavour, capturing the butterflies in the stomach and thrill of falling in love. Katrin shares: “I started composing this song on a friend’s guitar that was left in my apartment. The chords stuck with me, and gave it so much warmth when I produced the first draft. It took on a life of its own when I played it with my live band, and became the song you can hear today.”

Slated for release in 30th August, ‘Beautiful Things’ is a project consisting of five intimate stories centred around femininity, identity, and mental health, touching upon Katrin’s experience of being split between two countries, and supporting her mother through her battle with breast cancer. Due to the deeply personal subject material, Katrin wanted to be as involved as possible across the project, creating her own visual world to accompany the music, she shares: “I decided to self-produce the EP independently to be able to follow through with my original vision and to make something really personal. I am fully present in all the aspects of the creation, from writing the lyrics to styling, MUA, self-portraits, artworks and collages. Every song is a personal piece of my life and an invite to join me on my journey of self-discovery.”

A rising name in the Parisian soul-jazz crossover scene, Katrin has spent the last eight years in the French capital collaborating and building a name for herself, supporting the likes of Roy Ayres at the revered New Morning jazz club. Her path in Paris led to her meeting co-producer Sacha Arnaud, who was able to help Katrin bring her musical vision to life alongside the vibrant presence of talented French musicians including Noé Berne (Nine Sparks Riot) and Remi Klein (Voyou).

Taken from the ‘Beautiful Things’ EP, set for release on Friday 30th August, ‘Hold My Body’ was
released today (20th June) across various music platforms. Why not have a listen below…

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Song of the Day: Don’t Tease Me – Miss La Familia

MISS LA FAMILIA presents Lala her soft alter ego, re-emerging into the industry redefining her sound and rediscovering herself and her music.

Kicking off with her first single ‘Don’t Tease Me’ produced by Ebenezer, Lala brings the international vibes sonically blending Afrobeats and R&B, also bringing American artist QPSkii to feature for a strong female led track.

A sultry, sexy, summer banger that showcases Lala’s effortlessly smooth and silky vocals. QPSkii lends a harder edge to the track with her verse flipping the script.

‘Don’t Tease Me’ gives an insight into Lala’s new look and what’s to come from this unique artist.

Lala is poised to take the music industry by storm this year with several huge collaborations with music titans such as DJ Snake, Skrillex, Flo Dan, Bollywood luminary Tanishk Bagchi, and French sensation Vegeedream. Have a listen to ‘Don’t Tease Me’ plus video below…

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Manchester R&B princess Nellie Charles unveils ‘Rain on Me’ video

Following her recent feature on the blog with single ‘Rain On Me’, NELLIE CHARLES has now shared the video to the lush slow jam, which brings the emotional complexity and empowerment themes of the song further to life. Driven by Nellie’s emotive vocals and songwriting, the track is a powerful declaration of independence from a toxic relationship.

Nellie was recently announced for the Shangri-La stage at Glastonbury, and ‘Rain On Me’ has already amassed 100K streams on Spotify alone, as it continues to gain traction with strong support from BBC Radio 1, KISS FM, Notion, and Earmilk, among others.

Check out the video for ‘Rain On Me’ below…

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Song of the Day: Ghost – Klaudia Keziah

Growing up between England and Lithuania, KLAUDIA KEZIAH first found music through her ability to play instruments. Studying music from the age of eight, she embarked on her music journey, selecting the cello and piano as her instruments of choice.

Self-taught as a producer, singer and songwriter, her time composing music helped shape the style that she delivers on her single ‘Ghost ’. Her distinctive tone and emotionally driven lyrics dance with the sweet, yet hard-hitting production that gives her a unique signature sound.

Speaking on the meaning behind the track Klaudia commented – “Ghost” delves into the discovery of betrayal, as the main character realises they’ve been cheated on, leaving the cheater grasping at apologies and excuses, though it’s too late! The idea of “Ghost” lies in the haunting presence the protagonist embodies, as the former partner yearns to revive the relationship. With the main character haunting the cheater, it serves as a poignant representation of lingering, regret and unresolved emotions.’

The juxtaposition between the song’s sweet melodies and its somber theme aims to create a striking contrast.

‘Ghost’ is the first single from Klaudia’s upcoming 3 track EP due to land later this year.

Gaining previous support from Wonderland, Raydar Magazine, Industry Me, DJ Ace, Radio 2’s ‘Funky Playlist’, ‘Track of the Week’ Voice FM, Wordplay Magazine, We Are Beyond Noise, BBC Introducing, The Hype Magazine and more, ‘Ghost’ follows up from the 2022 release ‘Hero’ that swiftly caught the attention of various tastemakers and publications. Have a listen to ‘Ghost’ below…

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