In The Spotlight

Hana Jane – “About These Boys”

Based just outside Glasgow, this emerging Scottish singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and music educator’s life has always been filled with music. She started busking as a teenager, while dreaming about performing her own music. Influenced by legendary artists like BeyoncĂ©, Adele and Amy Winehouse, she’s adopted a retro-touched, 60s-inspired sound and is ready to share it with the world.

Singing about the type of boys she used to date in her early 20s, the type who you should leave behind but can’t seem to quit, her debut single wraps her tales of lovers past in a delicious vintage melody. Infused with the sonic glamour of 60s Motown girl groups, it’s the rolling rhythm, blazing horns and heavenly harmonies that give this buoyant, nostalgic odyssey an ear-stroking golden tone.

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Music History

The Fixx – “Are We Ourselves”

From their album “Phantoms” (1984):

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New Music

Delta Goodrem – “Back To Your Heart”

Returning with an infectious, anthemic pop bop, this is the new single by Australian songbird Delta Goodrem:

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In The Spotlight

Shawnee Kish – “No Evil”

Born in Welland, this Mohawk singer from Canada first graced the stage aged 12 as a Shania Twain impersonator. Growing up she had several hurdles to overcome, but found music as her medicine. She won the CBC Searchlight competition in 2020 and was nominated for a Juno award in 2022. Inspired by Melissa Etheridge, Nina Simone and Etta James, she released her debut “Got It Bad” in 2021.

Making a statement against the current societal climate and behavior, her new single blends contemporary lyrics with a sonic flashback to the 1960s. Starting with a vintage soul rhythm and mellow keys, she injects pure energy into the chorus. With a potent tambourine and lush backing harmonies, it’s the sheer intensity of her retro vocals, that give this groove some imposing oomph.

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Music History

The O’Jays – “For The Love Of Money”

From their album “Ship Ahoy” (1973):

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New Music

Grace Potter – “Ready Set Go”

From her upcoming album “Mother Road”, to be released on 18 August 2023:

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