Formally the bassist for Artic Monkeys, Andy Nicholson aka GOLDTEETH unveils ‘Doin Better’, the first single from his forthcoming self-titled EP, featuring the vocals of Hannah Yadi.
While the bass still remains his main weapon of choice, the last decade has seen the Sheffield producer/musician appear in a vast array of forms. Whether it be as a founding member and bassist of the hip hop and indie-rock hybrid Mongrel, or as a studio producer working with the likes of Toddla T, Swindle, Tom Prior and Terri Walker to name a few – Nicholson has continued to stay active and contribute to Sheffield’s iconic music history.
More recent times have found Nicholson finding and defining his own unique sound. Never afraid to pick up a pen as well as an instrument, GOLDTEETH has given him the time and space to literally transfer more of his ideas on to paper through co-writing with Hannah Yadi (Frank Gamble).
One of London’s most hyped up newcomers OSO WAVEY JAY links up with ARZ and fourteen year old producer, YK The Plug, to fly the flag for the new generation.
After dropping the huge ‘Soulja’ earlier this year, which quickly amassed over a hundred thousand views in a matter of weeks, as well as ‘Get By’ featuring UKNWN which quickly topped that and continued the hype around Jay’s name, OSO WAVEY JAY enlists fellow fifteen year old MC, ARZ to prove to the world that the youngsters aren’t to be slept on. ‘I Spy’ shows the two effortlessly spitting over a unique and laid back trap instrumental, continuously challenging each other to step up their flows to insane levels as the song continues.
With his upcoming EP ‘Schoolboy Jay’ coming out in the next couple of months, featuring ‘I Spy’ as well as the massive singles ‘Soulja’ and ‘Get By’, there’s no question that OSO WAVEY JAY is one of the most exciting artists coming out of London at the moment.
BILLIONS comes with a Broken Heart through his fourth single off his critically acclaimed debut mixtape ‘Thirteen13’ which reached #1 in the UK Rap charts.
‘Broken Heart’ is a smooth, saxophone-heavy banger, something very different to his previous singles on the tape, including the club track ‘Motive’ and the street classics ‘Make It Home’ and ’10 Toes’ – proving BILLIONS is one of the most versatile artists in the game right now.
The video, shot by London videography giant Suave, continues the Hackney spitter’s luxury rap narrative, with him dressed in the finest Gucci drip, rolling in a Range with a Rollie on his wrist; while candidly talking us through his struggles with heartbreak.
So help him mend his Broken Heart by checking out the video for the single below…
Singer-songwriter BELLAH Bellah makes her entry onto the blog with latest single, ‘Peanut Butter Hazel’. The track is the second single to be released from upcoming EP, “Last Train Home”, following recent debut, “Never Loved”.
Produced by classically-trained jazz musician Alexander Lewis, known for his work with Earth Gangand Juice WRLD, the track is underpinned by a timeless R&B sound – with its minimalist beat proving an ideal match for Bellah’s irresistible vocals and sensual lyrics.
Making the decision to focus on her own music at the age of 17, BELLAH‘s profile continues to rise, recently achieving widespread support on Capital Xtra and BBC Radio 1Xtra for her work on ‘Purpose’ by Ulteria, as well as featuring on Courage’s ‘Long Way Up’.
‘Peanut Butter Hazel’ further showcases BELLAH’s voice to become a mainstay within the British R&B scene.
North West Londoner LUKEY STOREY has come through with a new music video for latest single ‘Made For Love’, a tropical ode to moving your way through conflicted relationships and romantic fixation.
Launching himself into the scene as a solo artist in early 2018, Lukey hit the ground running, dropping playful and thought-provoking singles, making it clear from the offset he’s not afraid to delve into the cynicism and realism of life. With his debut single ‘What It’s Like’ picking up critical acclaim, his matter-of-fact lyrics and icy humour was delivered with, as described by The Line Of Best Fit “elegance and charm over a timeless hip-hop beat” – this being a continuing theme throughout Storey’s songs. Lukey boldly uses his own issues with mental health, disclosing his troubles with addiction and ADHD, to mould his creative process and signify something that goes deeper than just the music. From previous drops such as ‘What It’s Like’ and ‘Fuck Everyone’ as well as tracks throughout his debut EP ‘I’m As Shocked As You Are’ released earlier this year, it’s clear Lukey doesn’t hold back speaking openly about his demons.
This new single is no different, Storey states “it’s a song from 2 perspectives. For me, it’s a conflicted love song about taking a relationship for granted, denying to myself how I have felt and then honouring its meaning. It’s about dealing with obsession”. Calling upon talented East London vocalist STAC for chorus duties, ‘Made For Love’ deals with these issues against smooth, tropical instrumentals with hints of contemporary reggae.
His previous drops set the bar high for what’s to come next and now Lukey confidently (at no one’s surprise) continues his steady trajectory to stardom in the run up to his second EP ‘Heartwork’ – another sincere body of work making light of issues in love, trauma and realism.
Formally the bassist for Artic Monkeys, Andy Nicholson aka GOLDTEETH unveils ‘Doin Better’, the first single from his forthcoming self-titled EP, featuring the vocals of Hannah Yadi.
