In The Spotlight

Arielle Silver – “What Really Matters”

Although this singer and songwriter had released three albums and been on national tours, she put music aside at the end of the 00s to make room for a necessary change. She moved from Boston to Los Angeles, taught yoga philosophy and published essays and poems. In 2019 her muse found her again and with a refreshed Americana sound she returned with the single “Lonely Time Of Year”.

Pouring her refound inspiration and dreams, as well as recalling the tragic events of the California wildfires, into her new single, it fuses an emotional vulnerability with infectious Americana. Taken from her upcoming album “A Thousand Tiny Torches”, expected in May, it’s the boot-stompin’ drums, dusty guitars and her rich, expressive KT Tunstall-like vocals, that show you what really matters.

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Music History

Gavin DeGraw – “Chariot”

From his album “Chariot” (2003):

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New Music

Jules – “Shoes Don’t Fit”

With an infectious pop vibe and a funky edge, this is the debut single by Dutch songstress Jules:

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In The Spotlight

The Devonns – “Tell Me”

Hailing from the streets of Chicago, this quartet draws influences from the vintage soul sound of bands like The Dramatics and The Isley Brothers, while adding a modern, Jamie Lidell and Raphael Saadiq-like twist. Formed in 2016, singer Mat Ajjarapu initially wanted to focus on 50s-style doo-wop, but found their niche in 60s and 70s soul. They debuted their nostalgic sound on “Come Back” in 2018.

Sounding like a long lost treasure from a Motown or Stax vault, their new single celebrates the heyday of Chicago soul. With a bouncy rhythm and a refreshing tambourine driving the melody, it’s joined by playful piano and rousing horns. Taken from their upcoming self-titled debut album, expected on April 3rd, it’s the vintage feel, the slick vocals and sizzling sax solo that makes this a soul-soaked delight.

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Music History

Jaki Graham – “From Now On”

From her album “From Now On” (1989):

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New Music

Marquee Mayfield – “New Drug”

With an addictive 80s funky vibe, this is the new single by Nashville-based funkmeister Marquee Mayfield:

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