Formed in Oakland in 2007, this genre-defying soul band got their start busking on the streets and inside subway stations. Consisting of Lech Wierzynski, Benjamin Malament, Yanos ‘Johnny Bones’ Lustig, Lorenzo Loera and Beaumont Beaullieu, they’ve become a staple on the music festival circuit, having played New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and North Sea Jazz to name but a few. Inspired by Sam Cooke, Ray Charles and Louis Armstrong, they debuted with “Soul Tub!” in 2008.
Celebrating finding the person you feel is ‘the one’, their new single is about finding all the variety, excitement and fulfilment you need in a single partner. Singing about discovering something new every single day of the year, this song creates an authentic analog sound and blends classic Stax soul and Motown R&B. With a tight percussion, bright guitars and warm vintage organ, it’s the punchy horn section and raspy, falsetto vocals that make this vibrant tune a feel-good groove.
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Hailing from Long Island, singer, songwriter and producer Julia Jade Capello started playing classical piano aged 7. Suffering from severe social anxiety, she began using music and writing poetry as a coping mechanism. She got a music degree from 
Fueled by personal experience, her new single tackles the heavy strain felt when sacrificing your own mental health in order to save a relationship from dying. With lyrics covering doubt, overthinking and endless distractions, she’s created an atmospheric alt-pop melody. With an organic sounding guitar, dipped in melancholy, a pulsating rhythm and a touch of soft strings adding texture to the tune, it’s the vulnerable delivery of her vocals that effortlessly blend all sonic layers.
Born as Christoph Cronauer in Freising, this German singer, songwriter and producer grew up in a household where music was encouraged. He and his brother Daniel started experimenting with production and songwriting from a young age. In 2015 he entered 
Centering on the relentless inner struggle of making the difficult decision to end a toxic relationship, his new single focuses on the painful realization that there’s nothing left to save. He’s carrying the emotional lyrics on an upbeat bounce. Padded with ambient synths, it’s the wistful piano that sonically tells the poignant story of love lost. And with his raw, conversational vocals giving the melody an intimate layer, this heartbreaking pop-ballad shows an honest vulnerability. 
Born and raised in Los Angeles, this Afro-Latina singer, songwriter and actress grew up in a highly creative, multi-cultural household. With her mother being a dancer and her father a musician, music was in her blood. She’s had classical dance training from a young age, studied at the 
Addressing the state of the modern dating pool and the untrustworthy behavior of certain men, her new single reminds women to stay safe out there when dating. Infused with a sharp-witted attitude, her empowering lyrics are accompanied by a vibrant, upbeat groove. With an imposing bass and pounding beat driving the song, the sleek synths add a bright R&B flavor. And with her layered vocals blending sass with silk, this sonic warning is a west-coast-dipped tune filled with tenacity.
Born as Sandra Zackrisson and based in Västra Götaland, this Swedish singer-songwriter grew up surrounded by the northern wilderness. She spent her formative years immersed in nature and learning the cycles of the forest. At a young age she began merging her true passion for nature with her music. Since she’s played festivals like the 
Conveying the universal message of our shared responsibility to protect the planet, her new single emphasizes the need to reclaim our deep connection to the natural world. Taken from her upcoming EP “Growth”, expected on June 19th, she fuses traditional Nordic influences with a vivid electronic production. With a tribal beat, rich synths and ascending tension, it’s her layered vocals, complete with ancestral chant, that make this grand, cinematic groove extraordinary. 
Based in London, this Maltese singer and songwriter grew up in a large family. Despite a challenging time in school due to an ADHD diagnosis, which resulted in relentless bullying, he sought refuge in songwriting. Apart from his own music, he collaborated with EDM artists like 
Reflecting on his personal journey, his new single captures the feeling of homesickness, difficulty dealing with success and finding his way home he dealt with along the way. Narrating his story from his humble beginnings, he envelops his lyrics in an intimate melodic warmth. Built around an emotional piano and leading to a sparkling chorus, the clean production is joined by a pulsating rhythm. And with his soaring vocals taking centre stage, this organic tune is an authentic sonic treasure.
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