In The Spotlight

AnnaLina – “Took It Further (Feelin’ Fine)”

Based in Sydney, this natural songbird grew up listening to classic soul and Motown artists like Etta James, Otis Redding and Al Green and performing in the living room with her older sister. Later becoming mesmerized by the luscious R&B of Erykah Badu and Mary J Blige, she started working as a backing vocalist and vocal arranger. She debuted her own soulful sound on “It’s Seasonal” in 2020.

Recalling her youth, when her self-confidence blossomed, her new single takes a smooth and breezy look at losing yourself in relationships. With a gentle, ear-stroking organic melody from the single acoustic guitar and her enchanting voice to the lively addition of the percussion and harmonic vocals in the perky chorus, this is a velvety groove that will not only make you feel good, but feel fine.

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Music History

The O’Jays – “Sing A Happy Song”

From their album “Identify Yourself” (1979):

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New Music

Maia Wright – “Quit Your Job”

Brimming with playful pop with a funky edge, this is the catchy new single by Swedish songstress Maia Wright:

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In The Spotlight

Triptides – “So Many Days”

With a sound compared to a sonic hybrid of The Byrds and Pink Floyd, this Californian trio creates a sun-drenched blend of psychedelia and retro pop. Consisting of Glenn Brigman, Brendan Peleo-Lazar and Stephen Burns, they’ve played various festivals such as Desert Daze and Barcelona Psych Fest and toured the West-Coast as well as Europe. They released their debut single “Going Under” in 2011.

Despite the arrival of the cold winter weather outside, the title-track of their new EP brings the warmth of the Californian sun inside. With a distinct 70s-styled folk-pop vibe from the acoustic guitar, mellow drums and the country-esque steel-guitar producing a vintage-dipped, laid-back melodic haze, it’s the dreamy vocals that forges their airy, resplendent and nostalgic summertime reverie.

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Music History

Janet Jackson – “The Pleasure Principle”

From her album “Control” (1986):

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New Music

Fly By Midnight – “North”

From their album “Silver Crane” (2021):

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