Song of the Day: Stolen – Raelle

‘Stolen’ is a collaborative track between soul songbird RAELLE, London based singer Collard, Gabiga and German producer S.Fidelity that blends two gentle intertwining falsettos with a bouncy instrumental to create a production that’s both gentle and energetic.

Londoner Raelle was longlisted for Glastonbury Emerging Talent 2022 and featured in VEVO UK’s “DSCVR New Music” in March 2023 with the first release from her EP ‘Bloodlines’. Rich in original orchestral arrangements, ‘Bloodlines’ pays homage to the windrush generation.

Premiered on Wordplay Magazine, The EO garnered serious attention from the likes of EARMILK, TRENCH and Central Sauce. Raelle has been featured on BBC Introducing, 2, London, BBC 1Xtra Touchdown tour, DJ Ace’s R&B show and JazzFM.

Can’t wait to hear more from her in 2024…listen to ‘Stolen’ below…

Rapper MeRCY pays homage to his late father in video for track, ‘Dad’s Drawing Pad’

For his final release of 2023, MeRCY delivers a powerful video/song with ‘Dad’s Drawing Pad’, dedicated to his father who passed away a few years back. Jimmy Nguyen puts together a scrapbook like visual filled with nothing but good memories as its simple ness really pays homage to the late Anthony Hall.

MeRCY says, “This is probably the most important and most personal record I ever wrote” as he crafts the song together perfectly choosing some beautiful production from Lebanon Don to be the backbone of the track, while P. Hall is featured on the chorus. The artist takes you on a journey of emotions as he describes the type of man his father was and the relationship they both had with one another. He credits his father for introducing him to many things saying “My dad was a huge influence in my life and my relationship with the higher power. He possessed so much knowledge with his views and perspectives in life, art and music. It’s almost as if he was a prophet to me”.

In the words of the late Mac Miller, “music is a beautiful thing”, and what MeRCY chose to do with this record was beautiful and powerful as he uses his talent to show off the wonderful human being his father was. ‘Dad’s Drawing Pad’ will be featured on the album ‘Michaelangelo’ set to release in 2024.

Check out the video below…

Song of the Day: Tranquil Skies – Kramer

Grammy Award winning composer and multi-talent KRAMER takes his skills airborne with single, ‘Tranquil Skies’. The celestial track features him on vocals and production, inviting listeners to take an audio ride across the clouds, while doing a two-step. He says the song shares his solution to problems of the world today, which is to “go outside and play”.

Kramer has a history of earning a Grammy for composing on poet J. Ivy’s The Poet Who Sat By The Door, and working with Bilal, Anderson .Paak, & Georgia Anne Muldrow as half of Tensei. The South Side Chicago native is a four octave blues singer, keyboardist, & producer, and his multi-genre style shines through bright & loud on his current single…have a listen below…

Handshake In Space rounds up his music journey in 2023 with debut album, ‘ANONYMOUS’

Released on Boxing Day, HANDSHAKE IN SPACE‘s highly anticipated debut album, ‘ANONYMOUS,’ serves as a powerful summary of an eventful year, filled with a string of singles that have shaped the music landscape in 2023. Through a fusion of melodic layers and pulsating rhythmic elements, HANDSHAKE IN SPACE takes listeners on a journey through the space of sound, providing an experience that is as mysterious as it is addictive.

‘ANONYMOUS’ not only marks an end of 2023, but also an opening to a new era for HANDSHAKE IN SPACE. Each track is a reflection of the artist’s unique sound signature and ability to create atmospheric soundscapes that go beyond the conventional.

The previously released singles that form the backbone of ‘ANONYMOUS’ have already garnered attention for their hypnotic melodies and evocative beats. With the debut album, HANDSHAKE IN SPACE will offer listeners a coherent narrative, a sonic journey that extends beyond physical boundaries.

Have a listen to the album below…

Must Listens: Kiss Me Slowly, Nobody Else, Oh Girl

Song of the Day: Barbie – Emayla

A rising star in the music industry, EMAYLA‘s new single, ‘Barbie,’ transcends conventional beauty standards, delivering a powerful message about embracing individuality and authenticity. In a world that often emphasizes perfection, ‘Barbie’ encourages listeners to celebrate their unique qualities and redefine the meaning of beauty.

“I believe that true beauty lies in fully embracing who you are. ‘Barbie’ is my way of spreading the message that authenticity is beautiful, and everyone should feel empowered to be themselves without conforming to society’s expectations,” says EMAYLA.

EMAYLA has quickly become a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, known for her soulful voice, captivating lyrics, and empowering messages. With previous hits like [Deepest Love, Stay with Me and more], EMAYLA continues to break boundaries and inspire her audience. Have a listen to ‘Barbie’ below…