Deanna Devore Releases a Mouth-Watering Neo Soul Track, ‘Lately’

Following the success of her highly acclaimed EP, ‘Half and Half’, DEANNA DEVORE is unveiling her new release ‘Lately’, featuring a mystery vocalist who cannot yet be announced.

Thematically the single narrates the insecurity and ups and downs of a relationship, detailing how love can often feel like an emotional rollercoaster until it finally comes to an end. Its mellow grooves and smooth lo-fi beats cook up a mouth-watering release, oozing with seductive melodies and velvety vocals, which highlight the featured singer’s impressive vocal range. Emitting a sensuous flowing cadence, delicately layered harmonies and a pulsating rhythm, ‘Lately’ provides an alluring neo-soul track, showcasing Devore’s unique and fresh production.

Deanna Devore

The Chicago and Toronto based multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and producer has seen success performing to sold-out venues and festivals across the map, such as Summerfest, CMJ, NXNE, and 80/35. She has also had the pleasure of opening for renowned artists including Jamie Cullum, Bonobo and SG Lewis, as well as Raveena, Mother Mother and Yoke Lore. The composer has recently explored more commercial work, where her work can be heard in podcasts, feature films and even a Starbucks ad.

Devore continues to be celebrated for her remarkable musicality and ‘Lately’ is another indication of what to expect in 2020…check it out below…

EP Review: Naija-Ghana Tape Vol. 1 – DJ Boat x Kobi Jonz

‘Naija-Ghana Tape Vol.1’ is the birth of the burgeoning relationship between two forerunners of African Music – Ghanaian native DJ BOAT and Nigeria-born singer KOBI JONZ.

Starting out his career in New York, Houston-based DJ Boat – who has clocked up over 20 million streams through his mixtapes – has previously collaborated with Kobi Jonz for his breakthrough single ‘Conscious’, which received heavy support from the likes of MTV Base, Spotify and Dezzer.

Now these hot properties are making new waves, coming in the form of four tracks which roars with such vibrancy and carries flawless fusions of both worlds – Ghana and Nigeria.

‘Naija-Ghana Tape Vol.1’ will undoubtedly keep up the vibes in the cold months, right through to those blazing hot days…check it out below…

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Slum Village’s T3 Announces New Solo Album With Delicious Vinyl, Taps Illa J And Frank Nitt For Lead Single ‘Relax’

Legendary Detroit emcee and Slum Village frontman T3 has partnered with the prestigious Hip-Hop label Delicious Vinyl for his new solo album Mr. Fantastic. Entirely produced by Ruckazoid & Teeko, and featuring a previously unreleased verse by late SV member Baatin, the album is set for release next Thursday (23rd January).

First off the album, T3 shares ‘Relax’, featuring fellow Detroit emcees Illa J and Frank Nitt. VIBE premiered the track and spoke with T3 about the forthcoming album, his new deal with Delicious Vinyl (check out the full interview HERE.)

“‘Relax’ is the warm up, the preheat. With the crew on it, you know Detroit Ninjas always got a chip on the shoulder like we have something to prove. This is just to let y’all know I got some sh*t coming!” – T3

Check it out below…

Song of the Day: Cocaine Corbin [2] – Rigga Romez x Lord Jones

London-based producer RIGGA ROMEZ and Philadelphia MC SCORCESE LORDE JONES link up for the second installment of the Cocaine Corbin series, ‘Cocaine Corbin [2]’.

The first official leak off their currently untitled EP, ‘Cocaine Corbin [2]’ continues the story that began on the Dream Team “Signing Bonus” project.

Look out for the EP dropping very soon…for now, get the taste of the project below…

Song of the Day: No Cap (83 Babies Remix) – A1

 

Before 2019 was out, A1 hit the studio and recorded his take on 83 Babies hit single, ‘No Cap’

I have a feeling that 2020 is going to be a year where this New Yorker really steps up his game, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled on NEW LEASE MUSIC for more blazing music from this guy…