Kadi Unveils Touching Beautifully Raw Single, ‘Blood’

On receiving support from BBC Radio Kent with single ‘Silver Lining’, emerging pop-soul singer/songwriter from KADI follows up with another emotive offering titled ‘Blood’.

Bearing the burdens on this track, Kadi reveals her inner thoughts. ‘Blood’ is about family and realising that behind our roles we are all human beings, imperfect people and it’s up to us to build that relationship.

Speaking of the track, the South East Londoner says: “I wrote this song at the park after an argument, I remember being really unhappy and I was thinking about all the chaos and hardship that occurred in my childhood.”

Kadi released her debut single ‘Unlearn’ 2020 and then followed up with ‘Short and Sweet’. This year sees the 23-year-old continuing to unveil her story through her music…so get the taste of her experiences and have a listen to ‘Blood’ below…

Song of the Day: Never Felt So Alone – Captains Of The Imagination

Responding to feelings of social isolation and the double-edged sword of digital connectivity, ‘Never Felt So Alone’ is the third single from CAPTIONS OF IMAGINATION‘s full EP Fingerprint.

Straight outta Geneva, Switzerland – who are often compared to a modern incarnation of the Fugees or the Black Eyed Peas – this trio combines rapping, singing, and musicianship with both distinctive lyrical content and their own vibe.

Taking a step in the direction of combating taboos around mental health, vocalists Imagine, Dr Koul and Evita Koné lead by example by sharing their angst instead of bottling it up. French beatmaker Josra constructs a sonic atmosphere built around vibrating basslines and strident synthesizers, backed by British violinist Julian Azkoul’s urgent bow strokes.

Musically, the song goes beyond its subject matter, as ‘Never Felt So Alone’ is as catchy and danceable as its music video is stylish and entertaining. Check it out below…

Watch Theo Tams’ Video For FBG Featuring Karma Rivera

Lifted from his brand new EP, ‘Trilogy III’, THEO TAMS shares his single, ‘FBG’ (F**k Boy Games) with an accompanied video.

Carrying an infectious electro R&B vibe ‘FBG’, featuring rapper Karma Rivera, is an upfront and hook-filled middle finger to anyone who has done you wrong. This track embraces self-worth, drawing on the experience of finally getting to a point where you no longer feel the need to accept inexcusable treatment by a partner.

Why not check out the video for ‘FBG’ below…

Song of the Day: Projects Heat – SPRTYK

SPRTYK (Sporty K) is the epitome of a modern-day ‘jack of all trades’. The New York based rapper continues to make ground-breaking moves and is ready to crank up the temperature for her latest offering ‘Projects Heat’.

SPRTYK uses this track to emphasis her unorthodox style and flow, the production by Nephew Hesh, who has worked with artists like Westside Gunn and Mavi, creates the perfect canvas for the stylish rapper to demonstrate her infectious sound. Renowned for her energetic and charismatic personality she effortlessly showcases these elements as she pays homage to living life in the New York projects.

The recent collaborations that SPRTYK is getting involved in speaks volumes to the trajectory of the artist’s career! Known for her entrepreneurial spirit, the talented rapper is stepping into the exciting metaverse to spearhead a project with Budwiser and Gary Vee’s company ‘VaynerMedia’ to release a coveted NFT. This will be revolutionary as it will bring virtual performances, unparalleled content, and diverse social networking, helping SPRTYK tap into her already growing worldwide fanbase. Following this impressive collaboration, the talented rapper is planning to release her own unique NFT drops celebrating creative empowerment and collaborative creativity amongst women across multi-disciplines.

After a successful 2021, SPRTYK is in great standing to take over the music industry. Her last single ‘Bad Temper’ was featured in 5 high profile Spotify playlists including the illustrious Discover Weekly and was picked up by a number of notable platforms such as BBC Radio, Apple Music, KISS FM, Revolt TV as well as various Vevo playlists. The confident rapper has shared the stage with artists like Coi Leray, Mick Jenkins, and many more, alluring crowds with her assertive, and compelling live performances, she recently demonstrated this at her latest set at Boiler Room Festival.

SPRTYK’s momentum extends beyond just music, as the CEO and creative director of STAR CLUB ENTERTAINMENT she has worked and styled some of the most prominent artists and brands in America. Her work roster consists of names like A$AP Ferg, Joey Bada$$, Westside Boogie as well as major brands such as Billionaire Boys Club and Vans. The Bronx based rapper is rapidly becoming an unstoppable force and will continue to break down barriers and boundaries as she takes 2022 by storm. Check her out below…

Lee Gilbert Shares Emotive Single, ‘Soldier On’

Hot on the heels of the release of his latest album, ‘Take Me As I Am,’ and sell out show at the Parc and Dare Theatre, Rhondda, Welsh performer, singer and now songwriter LEE GILBERT has shared his new single waiting to be embraced by the listeners entitled ‘Soldier On’.

This emotional, multi-layered, Pop song was co-written between Lee and a new international songwriting collaboration called The Grand Cru. The Grand Cru includes… ex Jesus Christ Superstar lead, Steve Balsamo (who’s written for Slash, Meatloaf, Cliff Richard) and ex member of The Story’s and Balsamo/Deighton. Also on ‘The Cru’ is multi-award winning Welsh singer/songwriter Darren Parry, who’s a former UK Songwriting Contest winner, Billboard, Unisong, ISSA and USA Song Of The Year award winner (who’s co-written with The Korgis, Dan and Laura Curtis and others). In addition, the fourth member of ‘The Cru’ is Florida based Bonnie Skop, whose family has a long history in music; including her Dad managing Ted Nugent and Bob Seger in their early days.

As for Lee… he needs no introduction in the Welsh music scene; he is an acclaimed singer /actor. His 25 year career has spanned from Theatre, Radio and TV work which runs alongside his music career. As an actor Lee has performed in Musicals, Drama and Comedies, credits available via Spotlight. As a singer he has produced two other studio albums, ‘Just One Voice’ and ‘All of Me’. He performs in Theatres and venues around the UK and Europe as a solo performer or as front man with a 17 piece Big Band. His stage show ‘That’s Life’ is a full 2 hr extravaganza of music and dance. He is a regular performer of cabaret in London’s West End Cabaret venues and throughout the country, with other regular appearances in Greece and Switzerland.

Lee says… “The new song ‘Soldier On’ was written via Zoom during the lockdown periods, initially for a Hollywood film. Unfortunately, due to lockdown restrictions in the US and some problems the film did not go ahead (for now anyway) but the song still remains”. Lee says… “we dug into our own emotional well’s for this song. We wanted to express the struggle that people go through in overcoming adversity in everyday life, how they soldier on. Written long before Ukranian conflicts, this song now has a new meaning due to that we suppose but the song is hopefully universal in its message, it’s about rising above problems to a better place, it can mean different things to different people”!

Listen to Lee’s Gilbert’s ‘Soldier On’…