Tag: UK music

Song of the Day: Get Up Now – Zoe & Zara

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Having enough energy to cure the world of all negativity (described by a host at Cafe Concerto) sparked the formation of London-based soul/jazz duo ZOE & ZARA.

The twin sisters waste no time and released their debut smooth soul effort, My Man and follow-up upbeat and melodic single, Beat Up in My Head. Continuing their pattern of soulful, feel good music, latest releases include Get up Now and Cool Love.

The singers/songwriters are currently working on their EP at the Roots Over Rock studio in Waltham Cross whilst also performing at a string a of venues and festivals in the most trendy parts of London,  including Passing Clouds in Dalston, Music Is My Drug in Shoreditch and Bounce Festival in Richmond Upon Thames.

Before the formation, Zara entered the Jazz realm and performed on the London scene between 2009-2010. At this time Zoe performed within theatre, winning an award for ‘Outstanding Performance’ at the 2010 Leatherhead Drama Festival.

So if you’re having a stressful Friday, these guys will take care of that…have a listen to Get Up Now.

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Song of the Day: When We Were Young (Unmastered Chris Tann Monitor Mix) – The FireFlys

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Following their 2014 fired-up single Release/Repeat, Runcorn-based rockers THE FIREFLYS have return with their modern spin on country music and Americana through their latest offering, When We Were Young. The reflective single is the first release from their upcoming album, The Illumination Of Everything, out in April…look out for that –  but for now, check out the super smooth effort.

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New Track! Be Real – J.Kas (Ft. Alicia Renee)

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It’s been a little over ten days since J.KAS appeared on NEW LEASE MUSIC with upbeat effort, Rich and Famous. Now he returns with something different.

Featuring Alicia Renee’s soothing vocals, latest track Be Real showcases the upcoming rapper’s uncharacteristically easy-cruising flow washing over atmospheric arrangements, creating a real chilled out vibe. This is definitely going to be a hot one, have a listen.

Be Real is the second release from J.KAS‘ second EP #Hometown out 3rd February

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New Track! Sensi – Project X

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Producer Ben Johnson ventured out as PROJECT X and has dropped his brand new debut track, Sensi.

Although the 12-hour old slammer displays  bold use of two-step garage and drum’n’bass, Johnson is also influenced by jungle and house music and will make an appearance in future releases.

Before PROJECT X, the south Londoner  produced drum & bass releases supported by Zinc and Ram Records, remixed for Florence and the Machine and received praise from Ibiza Rocks, NME Radio and Kiss FM. With this latest release, this one-man show will unquestionably crank up even more support.

Sensi is now available as a free download via SoundCloud.

 

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New Track! Like I Do – Shinobi (ft. LDizz)

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Continuously representing the northern underground music scene, SHINOBI just slammed his brand new track Like I Do.

The explosive banger sees the Sheffield grimester spitting bars over a murky Sticky Blood instrumental that draws on the early days of grime, made up of a racing backline and jerking synth fuelled beat, while fellow Sheffield MC LDizz drops  an energetic verse.

The co-founder of A.O.K (All Out Krew) and Sheffield-based online radio station, UK Mondo recently enjoyed success with the Sheffield hip-hop collective Clubs & Spades, made up of fellow MC Matic Mouth and producers Andy Nicholson and Jamie Shield. Their track Clearer Coast was made Record of the Week by Charlie Sloth on BBC Radio 1Xtra, Record of the Day online and hit radio playlists throughout the UK. SHINOBI‘s solo release is set to make serious waves among music critics and fans.

Like I Do is available now via iTunes…but for now, check out the video. 

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