In The Spotlight

Kara Frazier – “I Wanna Be Your Woman”

Raised in Jacksonville, this Nashville-based songstress began singing and songwriting aged 10, surrounded by the classic soul of Nina Simone and Etta James. Growing up in church and a divided home, she infuses her lyrics with tales of her complicated past. Influenced by the vocals of Adele and Amy Winehouse, she debuted her lavish classic soul, organic pop and jazz fusion on “Deliver Me” in 2018.

Accompanied by the funkalicious horns of The Aquaducks, her new single celebrates the sumptuous classic soul sound of the 50s and 60s. With a sultry melody of mellow drums, retro organ and rousing brass creating a steamy atmosphere, she narrates her heartfelt story with passion and pizzazz. And with a silky and sensuous sax solo, this soulful tune sounds like a long lost gem from yesteryear.

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Music History

Alphaville – “Red Rose”

From their album “Afternoons In Utopia” (1986):

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New Music

Nina Nesbitt – “Summer Fling”

Returning with a sun-soaked, nostalgic dreamscape, this is the new single by Scottish songbird Nina Nesbitt:

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In The Spotlight

Charmplay – “Rush”

Formed in 2017 in Hilversum, this Dutch indie-pop quartet consists of Robert Been, Sergei Christian, Kaj van Hooijdonk and Gio Sliwa. They initially achieved success as a touring band in 2018, playing across Europe and the Dutch Antilles. Drawing inspiration from bands like The Killers, Bastille and The 1975, they debuted with “In The Mood” in 2020 and performed as support act for Sheppard.

With a sophisticated production blending indie-pop with sunlit tropical tones, their new single gives the intricate melody some summery island vibes. Kicking off with a mellow indie pop foundation, they soon shower it with sunshiny luminescence. With lively drums, joyous guitars and exuberant vocals tugging at your dancing feet, this zesty, high-spirited tune will rush you straight to paradise.

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Music History

Mavis Staples – “The Voice”

From her album “The Voice” (1993):

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New Music

The It City – “Wonderful Day”

Bursting with jubilant funkalicious horns, this is the new funky single by Nashville-based quartet The It City:

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