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Song of the Day: Bibliography – Pete “Phatdaddy” Rudd

Noted for his for his lock it in the pocket style of playing drums, making the most-sampled drummer in hip-hop today, multi-instrumentalist PETE “Phatdaddy” RUDD is also one of the most celebrated and sought after musicians amongst some of the music greats in soul and jazz. He has performed and toured with the likes of Patti Labelle, Kool and the Gang, Chaka Kahn, Miles Davis, George Benson, Natalie Cole, Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass, Pointer Sisters, Barry White, Donna Summers, plus so many others.

After rubbing shoulders with numerous prominent figures in music, Pete has decided to step out into his own lane to create his debut album titled ‘New Thing’, released in March 2023. Written, arranged and produced by the man himself, ‘New Thing’ represents the different styles and expressions of music that he has performed throughout his career, which spans over five decades.

Taken from the album, Pete presents his single, ‘Bibliography’. The title of the single perfectly reflects Pete’s long and varied music career as he intricately channels different elements to create a highly gleeful smooth jazz instrumental with heavenly topical tones, which immediately evoke a euphoric experience for the prospective listener.

‘Bibliography’ is available now across various music platforms. Have a listen below…

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Tilly Valentine releases witty breakup anthem ‘Yours Is Mine’.

Reminiscing on the promise of “what’s yours is mine”while discovering an ex’s forgotten belongings, TILLY VALENTINE takes the promise quite literally with her ode to post-relationship liberation.

‘Yours Is Mine’ is an audacious R&B anthem which effortlessly blends pop sensibilities with Valentine’s signature soulful vocals. She shares, “It’s a strange moment when you find traces of your ex’s life still lingering around. Finding their forgotten belongings and turning them into a silver lining is a light hearted way of taking back control.”

With BBC Radio 6 Music championing her “beautiful pop music”, rising independent artist Tilly
Valentine has already garnered multi million streams and broadcasts across BBC Radio 1, BBC 1Xtra,
BBC 6 Music, The Hot List, Jazz FM and more. The BRIT School Alumna was born and raised in a small
Oxfordshire town and moved to London aged 16 where she has continued to soothe the ears of tastemakers ever since. The brand new single can be found on Spotify’s New Music Friday, as well as on BBC Introducing for its premiere.

The accompanying music video promises to be as petty and charming as the song itself. Having earned
BBC Radio 1’s “Tip of the Week” earlier this year, Valentine prepares for her highly anticipated headline
show at PizzaExpress Jazz Club this November.

Have a listen to ‘Yours Is Mine’ below…

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Song of the Day: Fade Away – Ricardo Williams

Following a prolific journey in the R&B landscape, RICARDO WILLIAMS unveils ‘Fade Away,’ a soul-stirring R&B slow jam that signals a poignant farewell to a familiar sound and heralds the dawn of an invigorated artistic path. Drawing inspiration from the heartfelt undertones in Summer Walker’s ‘Say My Name,’ Ricardo crafts a narrative that mirrors his own experiences, feelings of loss, and the rediscovery of his artistic essence.

The inception of ‘Fade Away’ came about at a deeply personal space, a time when Ricardo felt detached from his creative self, grappling with a loss of direction in his music. This period of artistic stagnation, characterised by months of being unable to write, urged him to channel the feelings of letting go into the
realm of relationships, creating a metaphor that beautifully depicts his evolving relationship with music.

Ricardo shares, “This song came about from a time when I felt like I had lost my essence as an artist, chasing the wrong things and losing my spark in the process. ‘Fade Away’ is a testament to the journey of rediscovery, using the pain and the detachment as a metaphor woven into a relationship narrative. It marks the end of an era and the exciting beginning of what’s next, a rebirth of Ricardo Williams.”

‘Fade Away’ bears the authenticity of a heartfelt goodbye, a relinquishment of the past, and a warm embrace of the promising future. It resonates as a beacon of renewal, the culmination of one chapter and the eager step into another, carrying the hallmark of Ricardo’s immersive R&B with a fresh and revitalised spirit.

As Ricardo prepares to explore fresh horizons, immersing himself in the studio in anticipation of an upcoming album, ‘Fade Away’ stands as a sincere note to fans, an invitation to witness the transformation and to grow alongside an artist ready to bare his soul in new, profound ways.

Have a listen to ‘Fade Away’ below…

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Rée Celine is back with another R&B slow jam, ‘Einstein’

After the success of her previous singles, ‘Dopamine’ and ‘Close and Personal,’ R&B sensation REÉ CELINE is back with a classic feel-good R&B hit, ‘Einstein.’ Building upon the tremendous support she received on major Spotify playlists such as ‘Fresh Finds,’ ‘Just Dropped,’ ‘R&B UK,’ and ‘We Move,’ Rée Celine continues to captivate audiences with her soulful and dynamic sound.

‘Einstein’ is the newest addition to Rée’s impressive repertoire, delivering a classic R&B vibe that’s
reminiscent of timeless hits. Filled with amazing vocal moments, the track is a testament to Rée Celine’s remarkable artistry and her ability to evoke emotion through her music.

In ‘Einstein,’ Rée Celine once again showcases her unique mix of R&B bangers and heartfelt vocals. The song offers a captivating journey through the essence of her sound, appealing to both new and existing fans. Just as ‘Dopamine’ and ‘Close and Personal’ set a high bar, ‘Einstein’ maintains the same energy, originality, and undeniable talent that has quickly made Rée Celine a standout in the R&B scene.

When asked about her latest creation, Rée shared, “I wanted to create a classic R&B track that would make people feel good and connect with the music. ‘Einstein’ is all about those memorable moments that make us appreciate the magic of love.”

With ‘Einstein,’ Rée Celine continues to solidify her position as a groundbreaking artist in the R&B world. Each release adds to her growing reputation as a versatile talent who consistently pushes boundaries and inspires audiences. Check out the video for her latest after hours joint below…

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Pop/neo soul songbird Megzz goes ‘Through The Motions’ with latest EP

With sold-out gigs, music video directing credits, a performance at All Points East, and an Amazon Prime documentary under her belt, Northamptonshire singer-songwriter MEGZZ topped off a stellar year with her EP ‘Through the Motions’.

Blending her own mix of R&B, neo-soul, and pop, Megzz has taken 2023 by the horns by releasing two singles off her upcoming EP after featuring as one of the subjects of the Amazon Prime documentary ‘Unsigned’ (following the journeys of AMEX’s unsigned artists) at the end of 2022. Believing music is a powerful therapy to herself & others, Megzz’s lyricism focuses on empowerment, self-love and transparency around mental health struggles.

“The EP is an unapologetically honest and personal body of work that explores themes of consent, boundaries and self-love, grief, mental health struggles, and most importantly – recovery”, Meggz said. “Though it explores difficult topics, Through The Motions remains empowering and inspiring; encouraging others to find strength in expressing their feelings and owning their own story.”

Through the Motions will feature two brand new tracks, including ‘Motions’, a song that Megzz has held close to her heart for years. Written in 2019 as a personal mantra before becoming lyrics, ‘Motions’ is described by Megzz as “the sunset on the bad days, and the sunrise on the good days”. Rather than being written reflectively, ‘Motions’ is about the present “going through” of mental health struggles and dealing with how “horrible, uncomfortable feelings come in waves, and it’s all about riding out those waves”. Waves and the sound of water are an integral part of Through the Motions, as the EP is all about going through the motions, allowing feelings, and taking power in the process.

Through The Motions is accompanied by the release of short documentary style video, documenting Megzz’s journey of creating the EP whilst battling with her own mental health struggles. EP Through the Motions will is out now via various music platforms. Check it out below…

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