Hailing from Minneapolis, this singer and songwriter grew up using music to overcome his shyness. He often hid behind the couch with earphones on dissecting songs by Whitney and Mariah. At 13 he joined his church’s gospel choir and later became a contestant on Season 17 of America’s Got Talent, reaching the semi-finals. He’s played festivals like Reeperbahn and venues like The Hotel Cafe. Inspired by Marvin Gaye, Boyz II Men and Sam Cooke, he debuted with “Circles” in 2019.
Written as a tribute to African roots and the black women who raised him, his new single celebrates black identity, resilience and self-worth. Blending R&B and dreamy pop with a joyful afrobeat, this song is a cultural sonic amalgam. Starting with a hypnotic rhythm and leading to a joyful chorus, the melody is enriched with a shimmering synth and bustling beat. Tasting the R&B on a bed of traditional influences, it’s his warm, soulful vocals that make this sunlit groove an empowering gem.
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Raised in Toronto, this Filipino-Canadian singer and songwriter grew up in a musical household, with a singer mom and a piano teaching grandmother who taught her. She performed for the first time aged 9 and later attended high school at 
Chronicling the transition turning 25 brings, her new single navigates the reality of emerging adulthood, personal growth and shedding past bad habits. Lyrically tackling the evolution from youth to adult, this vibrant song is 90s-influenced indie-pop with delicious R&B flavors. With a punchy beat, groovy bass and crisp electric guitar strums giving the modern melody a hint of nostalgia, it’s her soulful, conversational vocals that give a level of lush intimacy to this bustling, infectious tune. 
Based in Boston, this folk-pop trio consists of Maya Rae, Cinya Khan and Judah Mayowa. They first met studying at the 
Exploring the anxiety felt about being intimate with a new lover after a distressing breakup, their new single captures the conflict between staying present in the new relationship while still dealing with the ghost of the previous one. Taken from their album “Keepers”, expected August 28th, this rich song is a smooth and soulful R&B melody. With a polished rhythm, satiny guitars and jazzy horns laying the foundation, it’s their intimate vocal stacks that make this groove sound irresistible. 
Hailing from Brighton, this British singer and songwriter grew up in a childhood home where music was a constant. As a teen he veered to the theatre, playing parts in musicals such as 
Capturing the fresh thrill of a budding new romance, his new single chronicles the excitement of the initial attraction, falling in love with someone from afar and letting your imagination fill in the blanks. Accompanying the flirtatious lyrics is a joyous, energetic indie-pop melody. With an authentic production of a propulsive beat, flavorful guitars and subtle synths, it’s his intimate and yet dynamic vocal tone that gives this thrilling groove a sparkling and cinematic atmosphere. 
Raised in Hamilton, ON, this Canadian singer and songwriter started classical violin lessons at the age of three, which later would lead to her playing in the 
Trying to capture the fear of opening yourself up to another person, her new single deals with a deep emotional vulnerability and difficulty communicating in a relationship. Taken from her upcoming album “So Long, Sinnerstate!”, expected on August 14th, the song has a distinct 90s female songwriters flavour. With warm acoustic guitar plucking, driving folk rhythm and soft strings forging a colorful melody, it’s her intimate, conversational vocals that make this tune sound delectable.
Born in New York and based in Budapest, this Hungarian-American singer and songwriter grew up in a musical family. His dad was a professional drummer and his mother a background singer. He formed the band Twinz with his brother in 2006, won the show 
Narrating the difficulties with balancing the demands of a life in the public eye and a romantic relationship in his personal life, his new single is an apologetic, heartfelt love letter to his partner. Taken from his recently released album “My Name Is Viktor”, this song is not just about the price of fame, but also a shift back to his soulful origins. Dipped in a retro smoothness, it’s the laidback rhythm, mellow horns and his vocal warmth that make this tune sound authentically velvety. 
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