London-based art pop project KYOTI released their debut offering Cave In.
With a focus on narratives that tell of love, loss, isolation, madness, the sugary-sweet 80s-inspired song is about the past and the future, with a friendship caught in the midst. It addresses the increasing divide between people who have grown up together and is a plea to those who have moved on, sold up, and mellowed out, to remember where they come from.
Already confirmed a session at London’s Sofar Sounds and with further material in the pipeline, the trio will also prove their multiple talents with Cave In‘s accompanying monochromatic visuals, featuring nostalgic archive footage characterised by a mesmerising motif of hands in an echo of the single’s artwork.
Having forged their own paths individually across the disciplines of music, theatre, art and film, KYOTI bring a broad spectrum of influences to the table in their unification as a band. The result is a unique meeting of music and visuals that promises to resonate with any listener looking for a sweet escape.
LIZA OWEN drops her new single Better With Me, produced by Swedish duo GoldFingers.
Having already collaborated with producers and artists including Jess Jackson (Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj), Ishi (Tinie Tempah), Jakwob and Kanye West, the 23-year-old British/Cambodian singer is creating tracks that effortlessly bridge the pop vs cool divide.
A model too, with her bold and intrinsic style, she already has a huge Instagram following, and 3 million plus youtube views for her cover music videos.
It going to take more than a missed opportunity from a major record label (due to the discouragement of a mentor) to deter BECCA B from the music business. Instead the R&B/urban pop princess dust herself off and kick-start a promising career with her smooth forthcoming release, Ready and Waiting featuring rapper MceBisi.
The sophisticated R&B number, underpinned by a flawless production and additional rap interlude, is tipped to be her biggest hit to date. She says: “This song is also about new steps. It is about the flirtatious engagements between two new people wanting something more from each other.”
Having honed and experimented with her skills over the years, by supporting acts such as Gareth Gates at Party In The Park and Stacey Solomon at The Ashfield Show, the exuberant singer from Nottinghamshire, who draws inspiration from artists such as Pink, Jason Derulo and Rihanna, is now ready to embark on a rosy future in the music industry with a repertoire of suave and laid-back pop beats.
Backed by the likes of BBC 1Xtra on previous releases, and the original version of On My Way being chosen as BBC Introducing track of the week, Urban Pop singer-songwriter REBECCA JAMES is back with On My Way, the Gifted remix, featuring rapper V Simmons.
The Welsh popster is determined to show off her versatility with this remix. Her playful yet prominent than ever vocals blend with the trap style synths and compliments this more gritty version of the single with charm and bold expression.
After lining up on stage next to some of the UK’s biggest artists at The Wembley Arena and completing her own national schools tour, this has already been an impressive year for the quirky princess, and with her mixtape due out November 2015 as well as other exciting things planned for 2016, it would be best to keep an eye on REBECCA JAMES for the coming year.
On My Way (Gifted Remix) will be available from November 23rd via her website.
After leaving Arctic Monkey members Andy Nicholson and Jamie Field started up their project, STICKY BLOOD last year and since then, it’s been full steam ahead. The production duo have worked with a list of heavyweights, including Clubs and Spades as well as dropping tracks from their debut EP I.D…and since they’re a massive hit with you guys, I think they deserve the interview seat this month.
NLM: You guys released your debut EP Professional last month Tell us the story behind this project?
SB: We wanted to create a body of work which encompassed the various genres of music we like. Working with Hekky, Snowy & Ajay Carter this was achieved.
NLM: What’s the public’s reception on the EP since its release?
We feel blessed that so many BBC Radio 1 & BBC Radio 1xtra presenters played our debut EP, and then there’s regional radio too. Considering we were unknown artists and all our featured artists were unknown, it’s amazing how well our music was received.
NLM: What’s your favourite track on the EP and why?
Andy – Professional; Jamie – I.D.
NLM: How would you describe your music to potential fans?
SB: Listenable. It’s a difficult one this, how we may describe our music may be very different to how its heard by one of our fans.
NLM: Let’s take a look into your early life…what did you do before getting involved in the music industry/Arctic Monkeys?
We have both always been involved in music. Our lives started here…
NLM: What’s your proudest project outside Arctic Monkeys and Sticky Blood?
We are working on a secret project at the moment with other well-known artists. You will have to wait for the answer on this one. Its staying top-secret for the time being!
NLM: You work with a string of creditable artists, including Terri Walker…but If you were to collaborate with just ONE more chart-topping artist of today, who would it be?
Andy – Kwabs; Jamie – Fetty Wap.
NLM: So What are your plans for 2015 and beyond? Do you have any upcoming gigs?
SB: We have our next EP – Blood is Stickier than Water out on Nov 20th. This EP was recorded down at Red Bull studios in London with Hekky, Terri Walker, a special guest, Coco & Snowy.
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