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Tilde – “I Think I Made You Up In My Head”

Hailing from Gothenburg, Sweden, this singer, songwriter and pianist was born with music in her heart. She started playing piano aged 5 and wrote her first song aged 9. A serious illness in her late teens temporarily halted her career, but she’s back better than ever. Inspired by legends such as Nina Simone, Carole King and Solomon Burke, her music is a synthesis of soul, rock, folk and pop.

The first taster of her debut album, which is to be released in the Autumn, is fanciful retro-tinged pop. The complex instrumentation, from the haunting bass plucks to the intricate percussion, is inspired and mesmerizing. Her gorgeous, organic vocals with a soulful edge sound sensitive and honest. When the two meet, it creates an one-of-a-kind auditory adventure of pure musical allure.

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Maya Killtron – “Satin Sheets”

This uber-talented Canadian songstress is not just a singer and songwriter, but she’s also made her mark as an accomplished DJ and violinist. Influenced by the likes of Prince and Teena Marie, her songs are draped in vintage flair, spanning a diverse mix of soul, funk, disco, pop and R&B across the decades. She’s gearing up to release her first full-length album “Never Dance Alone” later in 2018.

On her latest single she time-travels back to the notorious 90s with a high-energy R&B belter. On a bed of sizzling synths, a bouncy beat and a funky bass, her soulful, satiny vocals radiate bright gleaming sunbeams, despite singing about an affair with a man who’s already involved. With stirring old-school R&B vibes sparking a myriad of musical memories, it’s a slick summertime jam.

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Raquel Rodriguez – “Mile High”

The influences of the diverse cultural landscape of Los Angeles, where this enchanting soulstress was born and raised, shaped her exhilarating sound which blends 70s funk, 80s synth pop and 90s R&B. She worked with greats such as Gwen Stefani and Moby, released her debut EP in 2012 and had her music featured on TV show “Sons Of Anarchy”. Her latest EP “The 310” was released in 2016.

The sleek groove of her new single reaches new heights of soulful funkiness. The energetic, 70s-dipped bass line and the smooth, laid-back feel of the percussion, sound warm and inviting for her velvety, soul-infused vocals to slow-dance over. With silky guitars, retro flutes and vintage organ chords completing the polished production with a jazzy vibe, it’s a scintillating slice of neo-soul bliss.

From her upcoming EP “The 310: Part 2”, to be released later in 2018:

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Hospital – “Nothing But Love”

In 2011 four members of several Russian indie-rock bands came together to form a brand new group. Spearheaded by lead vocalist Egor Berdnikov, this quartet created a fresh blend of electro-indie-rock, drizzled with 80s influences from the likes of INXS and The Cure. They released two succesful albums so far and supported Lana Del Rey and The Kooks on the Russian leg of their tours.

The second taster of their forthcoming third album is an infectious indie-pop track, gleaming with an iconic 80s electro-rock glow. An invigorating beat is accompanied by a plethora of electronic gadgetry and soaring guitar riffs. The lustrous vocal harmonies have a delectable retro edge and merge seamlessly with the synth-heavy melody, making it a striking tune you can feel nothing but love for.

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Yes You Are – “Come Back Home”

This power pop quintet from Kansas City hit the big time shortly after forming in 2014, when they were invited to support Neon Trees on their US tour. Their single “HGX” debuted on Pepsi’s Superbowl 51 commercial and was featured in the hit movie “Bad Moms”. Focused around the fierce vocals of front woman Kianna Alarid, they created a sing-along, synth-based pop sound with intense lyricism.

The divine harmonies of a full gospel choir feel welcoming on their latest single. Widening their musical reach with a more folky approach, the natural acoustic guitar sets an enthralling melody for Kianna’s spellbinding vocals to glisten. Truly coming alive with an added oscilating rhythm, angelic violins and a rapturous electric guitar bridge, it’s heavenly folk/pop you want to come home to.

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David Davis – “Little Mo’ Betta”

With music and performing running through the veins of this Chicago-born artist, his childhood knack for always finding a stage to perform Motown classics on made him stand out. After studying music at Belmont University, he went on to record with renowned producers RedOne and Aaron Sprinkle, played over 500 shows, had his music used on TV-shows and opened for Jon Bellion and John Legend.

Brimming with fabulous funkiness, this single is a triumphantly groovy trip. The retro-sounding electric guitar and the toe-tapping beat grab the listener by the eardrums, before bursting out with full-bodied, Earth, Wind & Fire-like brass. With his shiny, soul-dripping vocals flirting with the music and blending into a dazzling display of funk, it’s not just a little mo’ betta, it’s a lot mo’ betta!

From his upcoming EP “The Long & Short Of It: Vol. 1”, to be released on 3 August 2018:

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