Rapper, songwriter and record label owner of Manchester Music Group, MR. JONES seizes every single moment in his latest track titled ‘Brand New’ released Saturday (6th May) across all music platforms.
With melodic chants introducing the smooth joint, leading to a glitchy bassline, the Mancunion spitter drops fiery bars of pure preservative of treating each day full of brand new opportunities.
Mr Jones hit the ground running with his debut album, ‘Long Running’ and follow-up project, ‘No Time To Waste’, which collectively received way over a million streams. Arguably his best work to date, ‘Brand New’ serves as a teaser to his third album, coming out later this later. Check it out below…
Born and bred in London, soulful songbird SACHA T felt she wasn’t at a place where she wanted to be as a musician. In response to this, she wrote latest single, ‘Dream It Away’ on a flight of stairs in her house. Exuding mesmeric old soulful soundscapes, glazed over by Sacha T’s, honeycomb vocals, ‘Dream It Away’ serves as a reminder that she is fortunate to be living her dream.
Sacha T says of her latest offering: “The song is a promise to myself and a reminder to others that I won’t spend the day pining and hoping for an un-promised tomorrow. Instead, I’ll “make the moments that count” and plan to dream my days away.”
Known as the British sunflower, as she spread a little ray of sunshine wherever she goes, Sacha T has a great deal to be thankful for. A recipient of the Ed Renshaw Award, with influences ranging from John Mayer to Coldplay to Lianne La Havas to Selena Gomez and PJ Morton, Sacha T has performed at the Royal Festival Hall, Sofar Sounds, BBC Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’ Show, as well as opening up for Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze. The young songstress started 2023 on a high as her first headline show at the start of the year sold out in just three days. In addition to her compelling back-to-back live performances, Sacha T lends her soulful vocals to Fleur East’s track, ‘You’re Christmas To Me.’ . With her previous singles generating over 25k plays so far on Spotify alone, coming from the UK and Japan, Sacha T’s single ‘Dream It Away’ will sure be a great addition to her impressive collection, encouraging us to jump into our dreams and make the most of every moment.
‘Dream It Away’ is available today (10th May) across various music platforms.
East London native DL is making waves with his unique blend of rap and Afroswing and ’50 Days’ is no exception. With an uplifting message of perseverance, progression and ambition, DL showcases his impressive rapping and singing talents over atmospheric production courtesy of Rehum Brew (NSG – Daily Duppy). This track is taken to another dimension by means of the crooning background vocals and killer electric guitar riffs.
Check out the accompanying visuals by Blue Boredom shot in the Swiss Alps…
UK-based powerhouse RAPHAELTATE unveils the video for track, ‘ Share My Life’, premiered via Reggaeville.
The self-penned single is a reminder to love and cherish loved ones – and never take them for granted. Raphael robustly soulful vocals leads the jubilant bounce of a soul/reggae/Afrobeat fusion, produced by Terrence Chamberlin (Bluesteel Studio) and Jermaine Forde (Ajang Music). A multi-Grammy nominated producer and the son of the legendary Brinsley Forde from Aswad, Jermaine has worked with the likes of Julian Marley and Black Uhuru and also produced Raphael’s 2020 BBC London/BBC1xtra-approved single, ‘A Fool In Love.’
Following their previous single ‘Eagles Wings’, reggae/dancehall duo SONZ OF THUNDER UK (SOTUK) are ready to share their single ‘Joy To The World’ out now across various reputable music platforms.
Known for their infectious flow over the years, the guys have recently adopted the exuberant sounds of the Motherland as heard in their Capital Xtra’s Ras Kwame-approved singles, ‘Blessing Pon Blessings’ and ‘Destiny’s Calling’.
Continuing the buoyant vibes inspired by the continent, provided by upcoming Ghanaian producer Biskit Beats, ‘Joy To The World’ is an ode to find beauty, peace and pure joy in the world, despite the current climate, and to give thanks to the creator for the beautiful and joyous opportunities that unexpectedly arises.
For over a decade, SOTUK – consisting of brothers Shane and Dean Brown – have been spreading the words of inspiration across the UK which earned them a steady following in the gospel and mainstream communities as well as receiving continuous support by the likes of Capital Xtra’s Ras Kwame, BBC London, Pluse88 Radio, The Beat 1036 plus many more.
In the middle of the pandemic, which presented various adversities for many musicians, the North-West Londoners came on top and scooped the Music & Media Platforms Awards (TMMP) for best reggae act in 2021.
Their first official release of 2023, marks a new and exciting chapter of great things to come from SOTUK.
‘Joy to the World’ is out now across various reputable music platforms.
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