In The Spotlight

Kayla Diamond – “50/50”

Born into an orthodox Jewish family, this Canadian singer and songwriter was supposed to become a lawyer, but fate intervened. A dream gave her a melody and lyrics started pouring out, resulting in writing “Crazy”, which won Slaight Music’s “It’s Your Shot” competition in 2015. A multi-instrumentalist, she blends pop with rich electronic elements and debuted with her 2017 EP “Beautiful Chaos”.

Turning back to her songwriter-self with an emotional vulnerability and a minimal production, her new single exposes life and love with a daring sensitivity. Starting with vintage guitar strums and cheeky handclaps, she narrates the need to show yourself some love and remove any toxicity from your life. And with fiery drums and her wistful vocals raising the chorus, this is a 100% pure gem.

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Music History

Rick James – “Super Freak”

From his album “Street Songs” (1981):

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New Music

Emma Blackery – “Crying”

From her upcoming second studio album, to be released later in the year:

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In The Spotlight

Elyse Jones – “Sutcha”

Raised in Minneapolis and based in New Orleans, this impassioned singer and songwriter got to taste the various flavors of funk from the freezing tight pocket of the north to the laid-back swampyness of the south. Using her music to carry messages of social justice, her style ranges from upbeat jams to meditative chants in order to celebrate peoplehood through song and dance.

Debuting with an easy-going, funkalicious vibe, her first single marries socially charged lyrics with velvety funk. A suave bass line and a mellow rhythm lay down a silky smooth groove for her soul-dripping, slightly jazzy vocals to slide over with ease. And with the addition of some sparkling horns and a touch of organ, this honey-dipped tune blends vintage tones with a refreshing modern edge.

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Music History

Johnny Guitar Watson – “Gangster Of Love”

From his album “Giant” (1978):

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New Music

Brooke Eden – “Sunroof”

Blending Jackson 5-style cheer with country sunshine, this is new single by singer and songwriter Brooke Eden:

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