Hailing from the streets of Chicago, this quartet draws influences from the vintage soul sound of bands like The Dramatics and The Isley Brothers, while adding a modern, Jamie Lidell and Raphael Saadiq-like twist. Formed in 2016, singer Mat Ajjarapu initially wanted to focus on 50s-style doo-wop, but found their niche in 60s and 70s soul. They debuted their nostalgic sound on “Come Back” in 2018.
Sounding like a long lost treasure from a Motown or Stax vault, their new single celebrates the heyday of Chicago soul. With a bouncy rhythm and a refreshing tambourine driving the melody, it’s joined by playful piano and rousing horns. Taken from their upcoming self-titled debut album, expected on April 3rd, it’s the vintage feel, the slick vocals and sizzling sax solo that makes this a soul-soaked delight.

This London-born multi-talented artist has earned her stripes as a singer, songwriter, actor and model. Inspired to write songs after a series of traumatic events, she’s channeling her experiences through her lyricism. Now based in Los Angeles, her wide-ranging influences include
Driven by an invigorating beat and a bracing bassline, her new single is a retro blast of rhythm and empowerment. Chronicling an abusive relationship and finding the strength to break free from it, her compelling, soul-dripping vocals add some fiery moxie to the 60s-dipped jazzy tune. And with the vibrant vitality of the brazen brass, this energetic jam exudes honesty and confidence.
Famed as founder of the 70s rock band
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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
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.
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
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.
Formed in 2011 after the disbandment of the synthpop group
Splashing the soundwaves with an alluring neon shimmer, their new single feels like stepping into a crisp 80s pop shower. Released as the third single from their upcoming album “I Feel Alive”, expected on April 3rd, the scintillating synths rain down on the sleek rhythm, while the satiny, ethereal vocals enchant every single sonic drop. With a retro warmth, this is a lavish sprinkling of refreshing pop.