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Kota The Friend teams up with legendary producer Statik Selektah « To Kill A Sunrise »

par 26 mars 20211 septembre 20211

Soulful, personable and intimate, Kota The Friend’s music is the quintessence of timelessness. The beauty of « To Kill a Sunrise » dwells in its warmth and the inspiring resilience of this independent lyricist. Win or lose, he’ll just keep walking, waking up to a new sunrise.

Jada Nycole Ellise Reps For Detroit History In « Old Redford »

par 26 février 20213 mars 20210

Jada Nycole Ellise learned her trade in Motor City, placing 2nd in the Detroit Jazz Festival’s Youth Vocal competition. After performing in several venues across the country, she formally launched her career, releasing a first EP, SiO2 in 2016.

Sharlene-Monique sings “Human” for more empathy and kindness

par 23 février 202129 mars 20210

Sharlene-Monique will be back on tour in November 2021! Until then, she may release some new music. She already presented “Human”, her brand new single, which shows us how attention and kindness towards others can change an entire day.

Jazmine Sullivan bears every woman’s stories in the unapologetic album “Heaux Tales”

par 23 janvier 202127 avril 20244

Jazmine Sullivan ends her 5 years break with her brand new album “Heaux Tales”. Music helps her create a safe place for women to express themselves freely and speak their truth.

Markee Steele delivers bangers on new EP « Vet & A Rook »

par 18 janvier 202129 mars 20210

These last few years, Markee Steele’s work ethic has been on full display. Just last October, he came out with « Time Heals », his 3rd studio album. Striking while the iron is hot, the North Carolinian MC releases a new EP entitled « Vet & A Rook ».

D Smoke pushes positivity over adversity with « It’s OK »

par 16 janvier 202127 avril 20240

Treating each song, each visual like a full project, D Smoke keeps on building his sophisticated catalog with the visual of new single « It’s OK »

Sheena O. Murray comes back with soulful single « Waste Some time »

par 16 janvier 202116 janvier 20210

A little more than a year after « Easy to leave me », « Waste of time » shows Sheena O. Murray’s growth. This time the Atlanta-based artist puts her vocal signature on an uncluttered and soulful melody, that gives her all the space to shine.

Sampling Is Beautiful raconte l’histoire du hip-hop new-yorkais

par 21 décembre 202021 décembre 20200

Lors de son premier épisode long format, Sampling Is Beautiful revient sur l’histoire du hip-hop new-yorkais et sample trois disques pour créer une nouvelle composition musicale.

Josh Barry plays the seductive card with his debut single “All Add Up”

par 27 octobre 20202 mars 20210

Josh Barry released his debut single « All Add Up » on Friday October 23rd. A comeback on his own, after performing on prestigeous stages these last few years.

RaysMuzik Celebrates Life and Black Pride in “Young”

par 16 octobre 202016 octobre 20200

Once dancing is allowed again, it’s easy to see this song being played all summer long. Hips swaying, drink in hand, sun shining, people laughing: this is the scene that Young is meant for.

D Smoke – Best Lyrics from Black Habits

par 13 octobre 202020 septembre 20242

Building on his success on the show, D Smoke crafted a refined vessel to adress history, culture, and spirituality with Black Habits, an album in which his potent creativity and lyricism are on full display.

Immerse yourself into Nelson Dialect’s « Opal Mind »

par 2 octobre 20202 octobre 20200

Nelson Dialect is among those who pursue that dream. His hip-hop journey got him moving from native Australia to New York City, where he was able to link-up with Bronx label Red Apples 45.

Let yourself drift through the « Waves » of Josh Waters (feat. Xiamara Jennings)

par Julien Portenguen19 septembre 202019 septembre 20200

Josh Waters engages Xiamara Jennings in a featuring that sounds like a dialogue.

Royce Hall wants some « Front Porch Love » and gives us some too.

par Julien Portenguen11 septembre 202011 septembre 20200

Atlanta-based Royce Hall artist wants to spread positivity and awareness through multiple ways of self-expression.

Shan Ako’s EP Brave Heart is Radiant with Love and Light

par 10 septembre 202027 avril 20241

Shan Ako’s dazzling new EP Brave Heart is compact in length but rich in spirit. Released on August 21, its four featured songs shine with her signature sincerity and spellbinding vocals.

J WARNER : As Mahalia’s Opening Artist, He’s Definitely Worth The Listen!

par Marcus Gon12 décembre 201927 avril 20240

J Warner’s voice warmer than the beam of light in the morning J Warner’s voice cooler than the breeze of night in the evening J …

J WARNER : As Mahalia’s Supporting Artist, He’s Definitely Worth The Listen!

par Marcus Gon12 décembre 20195 mars 20200

J Warner’s voice warmer than the beam of light in the morning J Warner’s voice cooler than the breeze of night in the evening J …

Play4You – Le Quatuor De Musiciens Que S’arrachent Tous Les Festivals de Gospel

par Marcus Gon18 octobre 201927 avril 20241

Play4you, formé en 2017 par Pascal Horecka et Romain Frechin, est un groupe instrumental qui a pour vocation d’accompagner des chanteurs et des chœurs de …

Electrophazz Engage People In A New Music Experience With « Hello To Your Lover »

par Marcus Gon17 octobre 201927 avril 20241

Lyon-based Neo-Soul band Electrophazz, released a brand new single, about a week ago, titled Hello To Your Lover, featuring Paris-based vocalist Mickaelle Leslie, and London-based lyricist …

Electrophazz – Witnessing A Whole New Music Experience

par Marcus Gon17 octobre 20190

Lyon-based Neo-Soul band Electrophazz, released a brand new single, about a week ago, titled Hello To Your Lover, featuring Paris-based vocalist Mickaelle Leslie, and London-based lyricist …

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