In The Spotlight

Astronauts – “Kryptonite”

Hailing from Singapore, this five-piece Soul/Funk outfit consisting of Ben Jacob Lee, Benjamin Mah, David Andrew, Jonathan Tan and Eugene Lum, has been performing on the local gig circuit and played the well-known Stärker Music Carnival in Singapore. In January 2017 they released their debut single “Get Close”, followed by “I’m No Good” in December, as tantalizing tasters of their forthcoming EP.

With the orchestral funk of Earth, Wind And Fire-like vibes and Jamiroquai-reminiscent Nu-Funk sounds, their third single amalgamates funkiness throughout the decades. The groovy rhythm and fierce full-bodied horns are instantly gripping and with the sensuous streak of Ben Jacob’s smooth, soul-drenched vocals, this infectious earworm is energetic, dynamic and funkaliciously yummy.

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Music History

The Manhattan Transfer – “Soul Food To Go”

From their album “Brasil” (1987):

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New Music

Matt Cardle – “Desire”

From his upcoming album “Time To Be Alive”, to be released on 27 April 2018:

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In The Spotlight

Natalia Marrokin – “Go Down & Go Down”

This Mexican singer, songwriter and composer grew up surrounded by artistic and cultural inspiration, which is audible in her music. She first discovered her singing voice aged 8 and developed it further at Berklee School Of Music in Boston. Influenced by American and British music, she created an exciting sound dipped in soul, blues and R&B and a poetic lyricism filled with passion and love.

An enticing acoustic piano and gospel-infused harmonies form the dreamy atmospheric foundation of her latest single and spawns an euphoric arrangement of smooth percussion, delicate organ tones and heavenly brass. Her tender, heartfelt vocals with a jazzy polish give the song an organic quality and the expressively refined blend of jazz, blues and soul make it an uplifting and honest gem.

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Music History

Lenny Kravitz – “It Ain’t Over Til It’s Over”

From his album “Mama Said” (1991):

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New Music

Binky – “Jackie D”

This is the new single by London-based country/pop songstress Binky:

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