In The Spotlight

Sophie Doyle Ryder – “Happier”

Hailing from Dublin, this rising Irish singer and songwriter grew in a music-oriented home. She wrote her first song aged 13 and went on to study vocals at the BIMM Institute in Dublin, while balancing her fast emerging career. She’s played a variety of festivals such as Indiependence and Forbidden Fruit. Inspired by Coldplay, Gwen Stefani and Mary Black, she released her debut single “Mood” in 2020.

Realizing she’s feeling a lot happier after the end of a toxic relationship, her new single is an emotive slice of alt-pop. Telling her story wrapped in a powerful, yet fun-loving melody, it’s the invigorating beat, crisp guitars, fresh keys and lively backing harmonies accompanying her bright, easy-going vocal tone, that turns this ear-stroking sonic rollercoaster into a very infectious, ear-tickling pop bop.

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Music History

Hall & Oates – “Method Of Modern Love”

From their album “Big Bam Boom” (1984):

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New Music

Emm Gryner – “Jack”

From her upcoming album “Business & Pleasure”, to be released on 14 April 2023:

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In The Spotlight

Thee Sacred Souls – “Running Away”

Formed in 2019 by singer Josh Lane, drummer Alex Garcia and bassist Sal Samano, this San Diego-based trio began uploading some 30-second demos to Instagram, which found their way to Daptone Records head Gabe Roth. They developed an intricate blend of suave 60s soul and groovy 70s R&B. Inspired by Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Al Green, they debuted with “Can I Call You Rose” in 2020.

Imaging yourself in the midst of the swinging 60s for little over 3 minutes, their new single is dripping with vintage soulfulness. Lyrically highlighting the importance of remaining true in a relationship and the devastation when it’s taken for granted, the track unfolds with balmy bass plucks, riveting rhythm and lively horns. And with sugary-sweet vocals tickling your ears, this tune is a soulful gem.

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Music History

Mary Wilson – “Red Hot”

From her album “Mary Wilson” (1979):

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New Music

Lemar – “Glorious!”

From his album “Page In My Heart” (2023):

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