Song of the Day: Dreamin’ – Kelly Besd (ft. Jackie Art, K-Riz)

As we look ahead to 2022 and the tumultuous journey the world is embarking on for the nth time in history, it’s words of encouragement from activists, free thinkers, and musicians like Canadian singer/songwriter KELLY BESD and her single ‘Dreamin’,’ that remind us to keep pushing forward.

Taken from her debut album, Back To Me, released in November, ‘Dreamin” is a poignant and hard-hitting track shining the spotlight on racial injustice and discrimination. Harnessing the use of slow drums and her signature R&B vocal structures, Besd creates a warm, open, and ethereal listening experience for audiences while highlighting the need for change. On the track, Besd teamed up with artists Jackie Art and K-Riz to offer their reflections and words of hope throughout the song.

‘Dreamin” is available across various digital music platforms. Before you head off, check out the video for the soothing single below…

Nino Wes Makes A Comeback With Track, ‘Last Call’, Featuring Denver

After a very lengthy break away from the music scene, California’s singer/songwriter NINO WES make a strong return with single, ‘Last Call’, featuring upcoming artist Denver.

Released on New Year’s Eve, the hyped-up hip-hop/R&B joint, produced by DJ EZ Money sees in 2022 with a massive bang and may well be a party staple for those blazing summer months ahead.

An award-winning artist, who has produced irresistibly smooth afterhours tracks, Nino Wes was last featured on the blog back in 2018 with track, ‘Issalright’, Now he’s back, working on a podcast discussing music and life and also planning on releasing a trail of music through the year…so be sure to keep your eyes peeled on the blog, as this guy is at the top of his game!

Why not check him out below…

Song of the Day: She Back – Osay

Interweaving intricate rhyme schemes with introspective lyricism, OSAY reintroduces her rap capabilities in her freestyle, ‘She Back’. In this short display, Osay details her desires for more out of life and music while also reminding rappers that she’s not to be messed with as her take-no-prisoners demeanour is on full view to witness.

This Chicago fierce artist made her entrance on the scene with debut EP, ‘Chapter One’ in 2021 which has gained over 10,000 streams to date.

Have a listen to this fiery joint below…

Transport Yourself Into Another World With Sia Shells’ Brand New Single, ‘BRB’

Toronto-based singer and songwriter, SIA SHELLS, rhymes about the everyday magic we find through relationships, self-love, reflection and dreams. Her juxtaposition of emotive, contralto vocals against upbeat dream pop sounds will instantly transport you to another world.

Sia’s introspective new track ‘BRB’ encourages checking out of reality to hone the magic and creativity we all harness inside. She expands, “Think of it as a new age meditation mantra, where we temporarily disconnect from the world to reconnect with our higher selves.”

Check out the transportive video below:

Song of the Day: Same Ole Song – JP The Truth x Johnny Innuendo

If you hit the button on JP THE TRUTH‘s single, ‘Same Ole Song’ and doesn’t (at least) make your heart skip a beat, then I have to say there’s something wrong with you!

Oozing featherily layers of soulful R&B, this emotive ballad chronicles the type of love that never fades away, delivered through a heart-warming vocal performance.

You really don’t want to pass up on this diamond…check it out below…