OUT TODAY: Nana Koloda and Sayhelooo Unveil New Single, ‘Lift Him Up’

Ukrainian duo artist NANA KOLODA and producer SAYHELOOO are set to ignite dance floors worldwide with their new single, ‘Lift Him Up’, out today (18th September) across all major streaming platforms. The track is the lead single from their forthcoming four-track EP of the same name.

Blending electronic, techno and pop with an unapologetically powerful energy, ‘Lift Him Up’ explores the greater divine within each of us. The track encourages listeners to awaken their inner light and strength, allowing what already exists within to rise to the surface.

‘Lift Him Up’ follows their well-received track, ‘Zozulia’, which generated support from multiple radio stations around the world.

United by their passion for music and a desire to create on their own terms, Nana Koloda and Sayhelooo’s collaboration is rooted in artistic freedom rather than following trends or seeking to appease the masses. Instead, they invite listeners into their distinctive and esoteric approach to electronic music — one that feels deeply personal yet remains open and inclusive. 

Nana Koloda’s passion for music began at a young age and intensified during her time working in clubs as a dancer. Her love for electronic music developed through discovering the work of artists including Boris Brejcha, Black Coffee and Worakls, influences that continue to shape her artistic identity.

For Sayhelooo, the journey into electronic music began after listening to Apparat’s hit ‘Escape’. Like Nana, his connection with music dates back to childhood, with Queen among his earliest major influences. His evolving fascination with eclectic rhythms has since opened doors to creating music for advertising and film.

The duo continues to embody what their burgeoning collaboration stands for with ‘Lift Him Up’ — a track that moves confidently between the underground and the mainstream without compromising its identity. 

‘Lift Him Up’ is out today (18th September) via all music platforms. Check it out below…

Connect with Nana Koloda via:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nana.koloda/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/nanakoloda/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/04wKA094xmxIaXJgOiOmzD

Connect with Sayhelooo via:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sayhelooo_music/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5bcIIQ75DEYEXomEVgUTs5

Marina Massanova’s New Single, ‘Normality’ Will Stop You Dead in Your Tracks

Untamed and brimming with raw rap energy, MARINA MASSANOVA‘s latest smash track takes us on an adrenaline-drenched thrill ride through a furious flurry of genres. From the hard-hitting hip-hop bars to the drastic flip into hardbass, here’s one song that’s bold, daring and impossible to ignore.

When she pitched the idea to her beatmaker he thought she was crazy to mix together such a whimsical selection of genres. Marina persevered though and they are both elated with the end result. It all started when she conjured up an idea for a song that questions what “normal” really is. She called up her rapper friend Chris Jenkins straight away and they wrote the song together over video call. The duo really dug deep into the darker side of themselves to pull together something that really bares her soul for all the world to see.

The Ukrainian singer-songwriter also directed the video. Dripped in cool, calm charisma, it shows her with her two friends from first grade getting into all kinds of mischief. From visuals of intercourse with an imaginary guy, to the slapping of buttocks, it really grabs your attention and stops you dead in your tracks.

So if you can handle it, why not press play on ‘Normality’ below…

Marina Massanova Releases New Single, Dank’o’holic

Ukrainian genre-fluid punk rap queen MARINA MASSANOVA‘s heavy-hitter, ‘Dank’o’holic’, is the perfect anthem for anybody who likes a good drink. Touching on subjects like partying and alcoholism, the single is inspired by alcohol addiction.

She wrote the song after her friend said she should stop writing songs about love. Being a bit of a boozer she instead suggested she wrote some music about being passed out on the floor drunk out of her mind. The song is the perfect recollection of a drunk woman having a great time. She took all the best memories of partying and brought in rapper Chris Jenkins to write the song together. The infectious beat perfectly captures the vibe of the track, giving the feel of a drunk person trying to play guitar over loose, heavy-hitting rhythms.

Marina is currently working on her first full-length album which will showcase her new found punk rap style.

Watch the video for ‘Dank’o’holic’. The production was all taken in one intimate shot, baring Marina’s soul as she goes wild in the music studio.

 

 

Alternative Pop Newcomer Lilac Spirit Shares Single, ‘Nothing Is Real’ + Video

Following the release of her debut EP ‘Systems Fail’, which was released last year to rave reviews from fans and critics alike, 18-year old indie / bedroom pop upriser LILAC SPIRIT is back with her brand new single and first offering of 2020 titled ‘Nothing Is Real’.

Unveiled alongside a fitting music video, shot in Kyiv, Ukraine, and directed by burgeoning filmmaker, photographer and creative designer Ubik Litvin (Vogue, Marie Claire, VIVA), ‘Nothing Is Real’ will serve as the precursor for her upcoming debut album, which is scheduled for release this autumn.

Speaking about how ‘Nothing Is Real’ came about, Ukraine-born Lilac Spirit says, “The chorus came to my mind about three years ago, but with absolutely different lyrics, but when I found this song unfinished a year later, I was dealing with some inner conflicts. It didn’t take me long to think of the new lyrics, because they were just my mind’s reflections that were perfectly matching the melody. This song is a reality check for me, because neither my past nor my future is real. We are just stuck there with our present, which is, in fact, momentary. Yesterday is a memory, and tomorrow is unknown, today is fleeting. So is anything even real? Yes or no, why should it matter anyway?”

Check out the surreal visuals for the single below…