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Song of the Day: Want ‘Em All – D Bakez

LADIES: If your day is not going how it should, fear not – D BAKEZ has entered the hotspot and saves the day with single ‘Want ‘Em All’.

Set over smooth electro soundscapes, this Connecticut slick emcee, in a nutshell, shows his appreciation for the female species. This feel-good track was released in the height of summer, but I think it’s perfect to boost some more love as we’re entering the cold and miserable months.

This guy has a whole LOT of love to give, so return the favour and check out ‘Want ‘Em All’.

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Song of the Day: Suicide in the Dark – Die FiveSix (ft. Smrtdeath)

Sweeterwave / Monopolyhouse artist DIE SIXFIVE drops latest single ‘Suicide In The Dark’ in today’s Song of the Day hot spot. Featuring Smrtdeath, the broody bass-driven track is from his upcoming debut album.

‘Suicide In The Dark’ is available on all major digital outlets…check it out.

 

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Album Review: Flow Riiot – Torii Wolf

When I first heard of TORII WOLF through debut single, ‘Free’ somehow I was compelled by the too-cool-for-school raspy vocals against the bass-driven number. Releases ‘Big Big Trouble’ and ‘Pain Killer’ followed and I was totally hooked!

The next big release was the 15-track production coming in the form of ‘Flow Riiot’, produced by DJ Premier (so you know you’re really onto a good thing here).

An atmospherically dreamy sample of The Messenger’s 60s funk/soul classic, ‘California Soul’, leads the set through ‘Everlasting Peace’ – and from there, a range of genres were introduced –  from alternative hip-hop to piano/violin-led arrangements. ‘Take It Up On Monday’ is definitely one for the nostalgics as the three-minute production brings on that old school/rare groove laid-back vibe. Possessing heavy influence hip-hop/boom bap of late 80s/early 90s, ‘Shadows Crawl’ will be the one for the serious hip-hop heads’ collection.

‘Flow Riiot’ ends on smooth note with ‘Moscow’. Led by the acoustic guitar, Torii adds an inexplicable magic, creating a real stellar singer-songwriter approach to the production.

It’s sure a mix bag of pleasure and anyone who enjoys listening to makeovers of old genres will have at least one favourite. Through ‘Flow Riiot’, this New Yorker has more than proved that her Throaty yet delicate instrument has that across the board appeal.

You’re here now…might as well check it out….

Must listens: Meant To Do, 1st, Body, Take It Up On Monday, Moscow

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New Track: Primavera – Hansaa x Soso (ft. A.CHAL)

Sydney-bred HANSAA and LA-based producers SOSO have teamed up once again to enlist the vocal talents of A.CHAL for a star-studded production entitled ‘Primavera’.

Rough textures centred about a funky, live bassline make for a high-vitality vibe with a driving energy. Specifically produced with A.CHAL’s dulcet tones in mind, the Peruvian’s vocals are woven throughout the very core of the track creating a certain ambience, fusing the very best elements of hip hop, electronica and R&B.

HANSAA – real name Vinay Matta – has been prevalent in LA’s underground scene for several years now. Drawing inspiration from sample-heavy hip hop, 90s instrumentals and cinematic scores, Matta developed a unique timbre. It was this affinity for electro and hip-hop inspired sounds that lead to the producer linking up with Ryan Aicklen and Danny Thrasher, AKA SOSO. The pair first came together during their time at Icon Music School Production School in Burbank and have since worked behind the scenes for artists including 30 Seconds To Mars and Anna Lunoe.

The SOSO boys joined HANSAA on his debut release, ‘Need to Know’, featuring vocals from Oliver Tank, which was released in August and has already clocked up over 110,000 plays on Spotify.

Referred to as the “R&B, quasi-rap wunderkind” with “big sexy, making-it-rain” music by Billboard, it’s no surprise that Alejandro Salazar, under the moniker A.CHAL, has been making waves. Championed by A$AP Rocky the young virtuoso has seen a plethora of commendations from Pigeons And Planes, XXL Mag, Highsnobiety and i-D. A frequent favourite on Beats 1, the vocalist has also teamed up with A$AP Nast, French Montana. Recently having performed at SXSW 17’s Belvedere Vodka x Noisey: Behind The Scene event and fresh from announcing tour dates for his 11-track album ‘On Gaz’, Salazar has quickly become one of America’s most exciting singers.

‘Primavera’ sees the undisputed vocal expertise of A.CHAL coupled with tight, inspired production from one of LA’s most exciting, up and coming producer collaborations who will most certainly be one to watch in 2017…

Hit play on this one..too good to pass up.

 

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Song of the Day: 0 To 60 – POP Buchanan (ft. Soho Kings)

POP BUCHANAN teams with NEW LEASE MUSIC regulars Soho Kings and steals today’s hot spot with track ‘0 To 60’, coming from his mixtape of the same name…something tells me that the bombastic slammer will go down a treat with you guys.

It may be this New Yorker’s first time on the blog, but he’s no novice. Also a motivational speaker, POP BUCHANAN promotes sobriety, honesty, and elevation through his tracks, which have been well received. Since its release in the summer, ‘0 To 60’ mixtape has been streamed over a million times on Soundcloud, with the single receiving over 170,000 listens alone on the platform, plus over 10,000 views on YouTube.

Collaborators Soho Kings recently had some success on the blog. Their single, ‘Life of the Party’ is currently crowned Song by the Month by the blog. The single also held the title last month.

Going by the above credentials, you know you’re onto a good thing here…so before you head off, hit the play button on ‘0-60’.

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