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Dean Brady – “Falling”

Born in Brisbane into a musical household, this Australian singer and songwriter’s parents were both members of the ‘outback Motown’ group Banawurun. With performing in his blood, he would perform Michael Jackson songs to friends and family as a child. In 2013 he became a finalist on Australia’s Got Talent. He draws inspiration for his rich, soulful sound from Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Usher.

Dipped in a delectable fusion of smooth classic soul and a contemporary production, his lush debut single makes an impressive initiation to the music scene. Accompanied by a bass heavy rhythm, he starts with a hiphop vocal, before effortlessly switching to his Motown-touched, sensuous soul voice. Joined by sparkling guitars and sweet strings, this is a multi-layered slice of luxuriant and elegant R&B.

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MARIS – “False Idol”

Hailing from Montana as, this singer and songwriter finds music to be an integral part of who she is. She’s always honing her craft, from posting covers on social media to touring with Postmodern Jukebox and auditioning for American Idol. Inspired by Frank Sinatra, Donny Hathaway and Etta James, she debuted with “Heavenly Bodies” in 2022 and is opening for Anna Of The North this spring.

While she’s influenced by big band, classic soul and jazz, her new single shows off her broad musical versatility by dousing it in rich 80s cinematic synthpop. Taken from her upcoming debut EP “Gravity”, expected in April, she sings about giving a lover an idol-status they can’t live up to. With an insatiable beat, glowing guitars and her neon-dipped vocals, there’s nothing false about this lively jam.

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Devon Gilfillian – “All I Really Wanna Do”

Born in Morton and now Nashville-based, this American soul singer and songwriter began playing guitar aged 14 and led bands while in college studying psychology. As the son of a wedding singer, he grew up surrounded by music and listened to greats like Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and The Temptations. He opened for Keith Urban, Mavis Staples and The Fray and debuted with his self-titled EP in 2016.

Lyrically championing living in the moment and taking chances on love and life, his new single is an ingenious, genre-spanning blend. Taken from his upcoming album “Love You Anyway”, expected on April 7th, it’s the catchy beat and sensuous vibe, dipped in classic soul hues, that gives it an ear-pleasing quality. And with his swooning, soulful vocals, all you wanna do is listen to this groove.

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Wasia Project – “Petals On The Moon”

Hailing from London and formed in 2018, this British-Chinese duo of siblings Olivia Hardy and Will Gao fuses their cultures as well as their music and their name, which mixes White and Asia. Both classically trained, Olivia took violin and singing lessons, while Gao started learning piano aged 11. Inspired by artists like Finneas and Billie Eilish, they debuted with “Why Don’t U Love Me” in 2019.

Lyrically navigating the struggle that is life and the drive to always want more, their new single wanders across genres, interlacing bedroom pop, a touch of jazz and a celestial breeze. Instantly gripping from the driving beat and playful keys, it’s the silky tonality of her resplendent vocal artistry and the angelic harmonies that give this vibrant tune an ear-stroking, out-of-this-world quality.

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Kay Young – “The Way You Look At Me”

Based in London, this eclectic British singer, rapper and producer was born to a touring musician dad and a backing singer mum. She started singing in a church choir and taught herself how to play drums. Counting Jay Electronica and Jay Z to her fan base, she effortlessly fuses hiphop and soul. Inspired by Kendrick Lamar, Missy Elliott and Janis Joplin, she debuted with “Sweet Dreams” in 2020.

Sonically traveling back in time to the swinging 60s, her new single is sizzling with classic soul. From the funky bass and the bouncy beat to the cheeky tambourine and bracing brass, this retro groove sets the invigorating melody on fire. And with her crisp and powerful vocals, both singing and rapping over the notes, this stirring blend of soul, hiphop and jazz will make you feel fantastic.

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LeBrock – “Chemistry”

Hailing from Peterborough, UK and consisting of Shaun Phillips and Michael Meadows, these retro rockers knew each other from the local music scene. It was a mutual appreciation for Dance With The Dead that fueled their collaboration. Together they’ve opened for them and for Dana Jean Phoenix. Inspired by Steve Vai and Slash, they debuted their neon sound on “Action & Romance” in 2016.

Telling the tale of two people making an unbreakable connection, their new single is an 80’s-infused melodic rock heaven. Fusing the shimmering synths with howling electric rock guitars and a modern sonic twist, this mighty groove resounds a cinematic and anthemic vibe. And with a fierce vocal performance, this full-flavored journey to our neon past is bursting with rich, retro rock chemistry.

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