Song of the Day: Figured You Out – Johnny Burgos

Brooklyn’s most talked about singer/producer JOHNNY BURGOS stole today’s hot spot with a beautifully dark and deep-rooted modern soul/R&B number titled ‘Figured You Out’, taken from his debut EP, ‘Love Through It All’, out now.

In the past, this guy has produced tracks with long-time collaborator DJ Skills for Hip-Hop luminaries including Mobb Deep and M.O.P – so you know you’re in for a treat!

Check out the video for ‘Figured You Out’ below:

 

Album Review: P.E.A.C.E – Dizzy Rambunctious

Angelic overtones which chant over a boisterous drive, introduces DIZZY RAMBUNCTIOUS‘ latest (almost instrumental) album, ‘P.E.A.C.E.’

The project continues on the hypnotic tip, before venturing into the realms of hip-hop/boom bap in tracks ‘Change’ and ‘Boomerang’; the New Jersey producer enlisted some guest vocalists to add extra spice to the mentioned records. Further along the line, eleventh joint ‘Evolucionar’ breaks the hypnotic trance thanks to its playful and uplifting Latin flair.

If you’re looking for that great escapism from the daily hustle and bustle, well this 13-track collection is definitely an option. Check it out below:

Must Listens: Trust, Change, Boomerang, Quiet Place, Alone.

New Track: Physical – Ane

It’s been well over a year since the ANE  – an acronym for “A New Era” – released her EP ‘Bitan’. This week, the Korean-American singer/songwriter decided to break that year-long silence with her brand new single ‘Physical’, released on Monday.

Cutting through our digital world in search of something tangible, the Malcolm Fong-produced song serves as an appetizer to tie fans over until ANE‘s next project…so stay tuned!

For now, check out the alt-R&B stunner below:

EP Review: EP1 – Yore

The elegant flair of the piano keys, later joined woeful yet heavenly contribution from the violin, introduce YORE‘s debut five-track offering, entitled ‘EP1.’

The LA’s singer/songwriter’s soulfully yearning vocals delicately pierce through the atmospheric soundscapes which runs throughout the project; a perfectly balanced combination that instantly draws you in a state of euphoria.

Co-produced with Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter Robin Hannibal (Kendrick Lamar, Dvsn, Little Dragon) ‘EP1’ firmly puts YORE in the spotlight as one of the most intriguing and exciting artist to break out this year. Check it out below:

Must Listens: Knew Better, Angel Eyes

New Track: You’re All I Need – Rai

R&B singer/songwriter RAI gets ready for the release of his forthcoming EP by slipping the first traditional R&B track from the project, ‘You’re All I Need’, released on Thanksgiving Day.

The latest effort follows his critically acclaimed album ‘Love’s On The Way’, released earlier this year. Featuring a smooth mix of contemporary and traditional R&B, the 12-track album was a hit, particularly in the UK, stealing the number one hotspot on the UK Soul Chart and peaking at number two on the Mi-Soul Connoisseurs Top 20 Chart.

Have a listen to ‘You’re All I Need’ below…and if you like what you hear, be sure to look out for his upcoming EP, set for release early next year. The project will feature more of that old-school soul with a rare groove kick…enjoy!