In The Spotlight

Nicole Emelie – “On My Mind”

Hailing from Miami, this singer/songwriter didn’t perform publicly during her childhood due to stage fright and kept the fact she wrote lyrics a secret. She did however learn classical piano and performed in recitals. While in high school, she was mentored by Gloria and Emilio Estefan. She auditioned for American Idol 2024 and played the Rock Symphonic Concert and the McBride Plaza Concert. Inspired by Laufey, CeeLo Green and Melanie Fiona, she debuted with “No More” in 2024.

Singing about unmasking fake friends and toxic relationships, her new single is about dealing with manipulative people who play the victim. Referring to that person as a ‘social cannibal’, this song is a cinematic soul-pop anthem. Starting with a seductive trumpet, she adds a driving rhythm, funky bass and lively electric guitar to the invigorating melody. Leading a bustling crescendo, it’s a riveting sax solo and her smoky soulful vocals that make this rich, full-bodied groove sound glorious.

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Music History

Matchbox Twenty – “3AM”

From their album “Yourself Or Someone Like You” (1996):

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New Music

Grace Carter – “Bittersweet Escape”

Blending introspective lyrics, vulnerable pop and soulful R&B, this is the new single by British songstress Grace Carter:

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In The Spotlight

Jason Joshua – “Dedication Hour”

Born in Miami, this singer and songwriter began immersing himself in the vinyl collection of his dad from a young age. Also a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, he plays guitar, bass, keyboard and drums. He started playing with soul outfit Ketchy Shuby, with whom he played for 13 years. Since going solo he’s played venues such as The Moroccan Lounge and The Observatory. Inspired by Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye and Michael Jackson, he released his debut single “Rose Gold” in 2018.

Written as a tribute to the legendary radio host Art Laboe, his new single celebrates the golden age of call-in radio shows and feeling love and connection as a whole. Taken from his recently released album “Terapia”, this sleek song envelops nostalgia in a sumptuous latin-soul melody. With a sweet rhythm, vintage organ and crisp horns radiating a luscious sonic warmth, it’s the balance of conversational vocals and a soft, velvety tone that makes this heartfelt groove sound timeless.

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Music History

Bonnie Tyler – “If You Were A Woman (And I Was A Man)”

From her album “Secret Dreams And Forbidden Fire” (1986):

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New Music

Andy Grammer – “Best Hearts”

Filled with an anthemic, soulful and energetic pop vibe, this is the new single by Andy Grammer:

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