In The Spotlight

Nikki & The Waves – “E.L.C.”

Formed in 2017 when Amsterdam-born singer Nikki Milla moved to Liverpool and met musicians Tom Want and Tom Bonez, this British band has created a sound they call ‘daydream pop’. Since then they’ve played famed venues such as The Cavern Club and festivals like Isle Of Wight. Sharing their inspiration from ABBA to Calvin Harris, they debuted their EP “Look How Blue The Night Looks” in 2018.

Celebrating the ordinary things we might take for granted by bringing an ode to Exceptionally Lovely Corduroy, their new single dips their rich pop sound in joyous funk. Taken from their upcoming EP “Songs To Play Tennis To”, expected on June 24th, it’s the insatiable rhythm, fresh synths and sweeping funk guitar that creates an irresistible melody and with Nikki’s sweet vocals, this is a vibrant pop groove.

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Music History

Richard T. Bear – “Sunshine Hotel”

From his album “Red, Hot & Blue” (1978):

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New Music

Sabina Ddumba – “Ride”

With a sunlit, retro-touched pop bop, this is the new single by Swedish songstress Sabina Ddumba:

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In The Spotlight

Sage Castleberry – “I Kinda Like It”

Born in Battle Creek, Michigan, into a family of musicians, this rising singer and songwriter grew up exposed to a variety of genres. First picking up the guitar aged 10, he’s been honing his craft ever since. He became a guitarist in the band of his friend Sam Luna, which also includes his dad Tim Castleberry. Influenced by Queen, Bruno Mars and The Band Camino, his exciting sound blends old with new.

While lyrically chronicaling the desire to have someone in your life just to feel less lonely, his debut single is an invigorating and spirited groove. With a pulsating rhythm, sparkling guitars and refreshing synths merging into a bouncy soundscape, it’s his rousing vocals frolicing over the melody, that fill this infectious, move-inducing tune with joyfulness and a slew of distinctive poptastic vibes.

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Music History

Mica Paris – “Baby Come Back Now”

From her album “Born Again” (2009):

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New Music

Young Gun Silver Fox – “West Side Jet”

From their upcoming album “Ticket To Shangri-La”, to be released on 21 October 2022:

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