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We Three – “She’s Got That”

Growing up in a small town near Portland, this trio of siblings has been playing music and performing since they were young. Consisting of Manny, Bethany and Joshua Humlie, they rose to fame when they entered America’s Got Talent in 2018, reaching the semi-finals. Inspired by diverse artists, such as Stevie Wonder, John Mayer and The 1975, they debuted with their self-titled album in 2018.

Exploring the euphoria exuded from feeling confident and embracing life’s adventure, their new single adds a little sass to their pop-rock stylings. Taken from their upcoming album “Love Me”, expected on July 21st, this upbeat track is driven by it’s funky rhythm. And with the zesty guitars, sprightly synths and frisky vocals, this infectious groove gives sparkling pop an insatiable funkalicious sonic layer.

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ili – “Tongue Tied”

Born in Glasgow as Emily Middlemas, this Scottish singer and songwriter has been performing since the age of 9. At 13 she started writing her own songs. She auditioned for The X-Factor in 2014, reaching judge’s houses. Two years later she tried again, this time reaching 4th place. Inspired by Fleetwood Mac, Queen and Electric Light Orchestra, she debuted her new name on her single “A Little Bit” in 2019.

Describing the early stages of falling in love, when the butterflies are flying, but you’re not yet ready to proclaim your feelings out loud, her sparkling new single is an upbeat earworm. With an interesting fusion of retro 80s pop with modern elements, it’s the neon disco beat, luminous synths and an infectious bass line that serves as a vehicle for her refreshing, storytelling vocals to shine.

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Sam Cullen – “Forever”

Born and raised in Invercargill and now Auckland-based, this multi-faceted New Zealand singer, songwriter and musician started performing in high school. Playing guitar and keys, he studied jazz at the Victoria University School Of Music in Wellington and has performed at festivals like Rhythm & Vines. Inspired by Fleetwood Mac, Arctic Monkeys and The 1975, he released his debut “Small Town” in 2017.

Putting to music the pure excitement that is felt when someone realizes that they’ve fallen in love, while feeling uneasy to admit it, his new single is filled with infectious sonic nostalgia. Blending pop and rock and giving it some neon 80s flair, it’s the driving drums, stirring bass and scintillating synths that make this an organic jam. And with his retro-touched vocals, this tune will last forever.

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Raelle – “(Oh) My Days”

Hailing from South London, this captivating British singer and songwriter started making soul music from the safety of her bedroom. Lyrically putting into words all of her thoughts and memories, she creates deeply personal songs. She has performed at venues such as The Jazz Café and opened for The Real Thing. Inspired by Isaac Hayes and Janis Joplin, she released her debut “Wait For You” in 2020.

Embraced by the warm shimmer of buttery-smooth 70s soul, this enchanting track is glowing with velvety vintage vibes. Taken from her latest EP “Bloodlines”, it’s the gentle drums, tender keys and heavenly harmonies that cuddle up to your heart, while her silken vocals adds a layer of pure grace. With a slight jazzy touch, this alluring smooth groove transports the listener to the soulful times of yore.

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Aphrose – “Good Love”

Born in Scarborough as Joanna Mohammed, this Toronto-based Canadian singer and songwriter grew up listening to an eclectic musical range from calypso to Motown. Inspired by Aretha Franklin, Amy Winehouse and Stevie Wonder, she blends 60s soul with 90s R&B. She’s worked with artists such as Lee Fields & The Expressions and Jessie Reyez and released her debut single “The Middle” in 2017.

Singing about finding that one special person and reminding us to accept that love, even when we feel undeserving, her new single feels like a warm embrace. Taken from her upcoming album “Rozes”, expected later this year, it’s the gentle rhythm, mellow keys and her honey-sweet, silky vocals that dip this buttery-smooth R&B groove in a rich sonic bath of luscious musical magic.

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Luke Frees – “Honeycomb Hotel”

Hailing from Chicago, this singer and songwriter started learning piano at the age of 4, after seeing an Elton John concert on TV. After also taking up guitar aged 10, he attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, studying songwriting and production. While there he formed the band The Cotones. Inspired by David Bowie, Nick Cave and Prince, he released his debut EP “After The Rain” in 2017.

Highlighting the healing needed after a breakup and the need to take back control of your life and love yourself again, his new single is an upbeat amalgam of various influences. With a driving rock percussion, funkalicious guitar riffs and groovy bass line, dipped in nostalgic pop vibes, this tune is an infectious sonic blend. And with his emotive vocals, this jam is brimful of raw, uplifting energy.

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