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Evon Rose – “Something More”

Hailing from Vienna, this Austrian indie-rock quartet is centered around lead singer Andreas Shuster. Despite studying International Business in Australia, a life-altering event compelled him to share his music with the world. Influenced by the likes of Coldplay and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, they mix their rock sound with insightful lyrics. They debuted with their 2018 single “New Shores”.

Ascending from a mellow indie-pop ballad to an invigorating rock explosion, this incredible single shows the listener both ends of the auditory spectrum. Despite going from light strums to a blasting electric guitar chorus with ease, Andreas’ vocals feel right at home in both soundscapes. Lyrically focusing on life after death, this guitar-driven jam delivers fierce rock and so much more.

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Charles Parker – “Love Is Us”

Native to Baltimore, this singer, guitarist and songwriter spent his childhood listening to the likes of The Bay City Rollers and The Partridge Family, but the discovery of Kiss and Iron Maiden showed him another side to music. He’s spent over 20 years playing in cover bands, but took his own blend of country, folk and rock on a solo outing in 2017 and released his debut album “Bring Back The Sun”.

Giving an exhilarating rock beat some boot-stompin’ twang, his new single is the glittering result of when different sounds cross paths. With some powerful percussion rocking the melody and the catchy country guitar enhancing the joyous harmony, it opens up to allow his narrative vocal style to shine. And with the addition of some catchy hooks, this foot-tappin’ tune is truly jumpin’.

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Basia Bulat – “Your Girl”

Born in Toronto, this Canadian singer and songwriter grew up listening to her mother’s piano students as well as legendary soul from Sam Cooke and Stax on the radio. She’s a multi-instrumentalist, playing guitar, autoharp, piano, ukulele, bass and charango. Combining her early musical influences with a love of folk, country and R&B, she released her debut album “Oh, My Darling” in 2007.

Written in a snowstorm in Montreal and recorded in the desert heat of Joshua Tree in California, her new single also explores the edges of extremes musically. Despite singing with her Stevie Nicks-touched vocals about letting go of someone you lost, it’s  foot-tappin’ invigorating and upbeat. Taken from her upcoming album “Are You In Love?”, expected on March 27, this is a tasty aural contradiction.

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Amy Swift – “Every Little Thing”

This British vocalist and songwriter was raised by her teacher mother and car dealer dad on the sounds of soul, jazz and Motown, firing a passion for music within her. She’s written for a multitude of other artists, as well as fronting the electro-soul band Pacific State. Making a name as a solo artist, she released her debut single “Moving” earlier in 2019 and is opening for Natacha Atlas.

Her third solo outing harkens back to the golden days of Motown-styled soul, without losing a foothold in the present. With a feel-good swagger from the driving beat and the smooth retro shimmer, created by the xylophone and harmonious backing vocals, wrapping its melodic warmth around her swooning voice, this silken tune fuses every little delicious sonic morsel to auditory perfection.

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Mychael Gabriel – “Honesty”

After an impressive career in the shadows of the music scene, working as a songwriter, guitarist and re-mixer for legends such as George Duke, Earth, Wind & Fire and Sheila E., it’s time for this multi-talented musician to step into the limelight. Infusing his music with an unbridled passion and incredible lyrical prowess, he debuted his vivid funk-rock sound with “Ghost In The Midnight” earlier this year.

Turning down a vigorous funkalicious vibe to an amorous smooth groove, his new single is a highly skilled amalgam of fire and seduction. His guitar virtuosity plays with a pulsating bass line and a funky rhythm, creating a Prince-touched retro arrangement, while his silky, falsetto vocals flirt with the soundwaves. And with adding an electrifying guitar solo to the soulful texture, it’s pure aural honesty.

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Sydney Ranee’ – “Drink With You”

Born with a passion for music and a desire to perform, this Los Angeles-native singer, songwriter and producer got to work with Josh Groban while still attending high school and got to feature in the clip for “You Raise Me Up”. Known as The Sultry Songstress, she’s influenced by Prince, Stevie Wonder and Jill Scott. She debuted her delicious soul, R&B and funk blend on her EP “Born To Run” in 2015.

Her latest single is a perfectly balanced mix of 80s suave soul and 90s slick R&B. Taken from her EP “Drop My Guard”, it’s the crisp electric guitar and the invigorating funky rhythm that lay down some ear-stroking vintage vibes. Her incredible vocals, ranging from sassy to sultry, sound refreshingly modern, while maintaining that retro edge and making this a sophisticated R&B showstopper.

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