In The Spotlight

Charlotte Lansman – “The Cage”

Born in Bristol, this British singer and songwriter had a multi-cultural upbringing thanks to her American father, English mother and secondary schooling in Wales. She’s been surrounded by genre-spanning music from a young age, ranging from Garth Brooks and The Eagles to Nina Simone and Nirvana. She debuted her distinctive jazz, soul and blues sound and poetic lyricism with “Water” in 2020.

Introducing a misty jazz atmosphere to mellow pop, her new single is more an auditory experience than simply a song. Expertly layering the smooth rhythm, enchanting strings and jazzy brass, she forges a scrumptious, slightly shimmering soundscape. And by adding a touch of soul with her rich, contralto voice singing about resentment in relationships, she has created a fresh, one-of-a-kind jam.

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Music History

Graham Central Station – “Feel The Need”

From their album “Release Yourself” (1974):

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New Music

Maisie Peters – “John Hughes Movie”

Lining 90s pop sparkle with a touch of cinematic romance, this is the new single by British songstress Maisie Peters:

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In The Spotlight

Theo Tams – “Fixable”

As so often the case growing up in a strict Christian household, this Canadian singer and songwriter found his musical abilities singing in church. At 16 he started writing original songs, influenced by 90s songbirds Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morisette. In 2008 he won the sixth season of Canadian Idol and released the winners single “Sing”. His debut album “Give It All Away” dropped in 2009.

Applying the concept of fixing what’s broken to matters of the heart, his new single wraps the lyrical content in smooth 90s R&B vibes. Driven by a mellow rhythm and understated synths, it’s his mesmerizing, soulful vocals which truly steal the show. Adding a delicious fullness with layered voices and a joyous upbeat sonic surge in the chorus, this is an alluring, sultry tune that needs no fixing.

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Music History

Lisa Loeb – “Let’s Forget About It”

From her album “Firecracker” (1997):

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New Music

Roosevelt – “See You Again”

From his album “Polydans” (2021):

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