In The Spotlight

Chynna Lewis – “Mind And Soul”

Toronto-based, this Taiwanese-Canadian vocalist and songwriter was born in Taiwan and moved to Canada aged 10. Growing up in a musical family, she found her own singing voice through the soul and R&B of legends like Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin and at 15 started writing original material. She’s performed with the likes of Ed Sheeran and July Black and opened for Bobby McFerrin.

Delicate, luscious and vulnerable, her sumptuous debut single is a honeyed hive of sheer emotion. With a mellow rhythm, ethereal synths and contrasting tambourine laying down the smooth groove, it’s her silken, angelic vocals and velvety harmonies which give your soul a comforting warmth. And with an alluring sensuality and irresistible charm, this is teeming with vintage sentiment.

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Music History

Living In A Box – “Gatecrashing”

From their album “Gatecrashing” (1989):

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New Music

Kiesza – “All Of The Feelings”

Wrapping modern pop in an infectious 80s neon glimmer, this is the new single by songstress Kiesza:

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Music History

The Spinners – “Working My Way Back To You”

From their album “Dancin’ And Lovin'” (1979):

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New Music

Malia Civetz – “Broke Boy”

With an exuberant pop/gospel sassiness, this is the mainstream debut by rising star Malia Civetz:

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In The Spotlight

The Sensational Barnes Brothers – “Trying To Go Home”

Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, the brothers Chris and Courtney Barnes were born into a musical family. Their dad Calvin “Duke” Barnes was a solo artist, whereas their mom Deborah sang backup for Ray Charles. Combining the sounds of their youth, they managed to add a fresh touch to their late 60s-styled gospel/soul sound. They released their debut album “Nobody’s Fault But My Own” in 2019.

Taken from that eponymous album, their new single sounds like a celestial slice of spiritual splendor. Dipped in divine, sixties jubilance, they take an invigorating beat and exalted horns to tickle your soul, get you up from the pews and rejoicing in blessed euphoria. Sounding like a long lost groove and with their seraphic vocal harmonies stroking your ears, this jam deserves a glorious hallelujah.

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