The seed of what was to become Fond Of Rudy was planted in Brighton, when Matt Ahwal and Ross Lower started creating demo’s in a garage. Completing the line-up of this British band are Otto Metaxas and Si Davies. Since their formation in 2016 they’ve toured across the UK, supporting artists like Abbie Ozard and Clean Cut Kid, as well as playing a slot at Canadian Music Week. Drawing inspiration from Fleetwood Mac, John Mayer and Toto, they released their debut EP “One” in 2016.
Telling a heartfelt love story about a long distance relationship that developed into something real, their new single is poetic and sincere. Kicking the track of with a virulent beat and a wallowing guitar, the soundscape expands into a neon-lit, 80s-infused pop-rock melody. With infectious drums and sweeping guitars making it hard to sit still, it’s the story-telling vocals celebrating the feeling of being swept away by love, that makes this retro-dipped groove an absolute sonic delight.
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From her album “Posh” (1980):
From their upcoming album “Forever”, to be released on 7 June 2024:
Born and raised in Bandung, Indonesia, this emerging R&B singer and songwriter is now based in Sydney, Australia. Originally performing and collaborating under her given name Maina Nasra, she adopted her new moniker to introduce her creativity to the world. Immersed in the local jazz, soul and R&B scene, she blends all those elements together with the vivid imagery of her rich heritage. Inspired by 
Lyrically talking to her own vanity, which drives a need to always be better, her new single tells it that she doesn’t need to be the best version of herself all the time. With a hypnotically mellow R&B vibe and enriched with soulful touches, this mesmerizing groove is a true sonic experience. Forging a magical soundscape with a funky beat, ethereal synths and warm bass, it’s her astonishing vocals blending with the elegant harmonies, that turns this tune into a true work of art. 
From his album “The Pursuit” (2009):
From her upcoming album “9 Sad Symphonies”, to be released on 21 June 2024:
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