Big Akasha is a brand new funk band based in Los Angeles, consisting of producer and songwriter Jeffrey Maccora, who is mostly known for his work with indie band Mansions On The Moon, Stephen Baumann and singer Jasmine Gatewood. Maccora created the band as a reflection of the records he grew up loving. Their music is produced in an old-school way, with minimal edits.
The result is a debut which is a catchy and captivating funky feast. With a phenomenal 70s groove, flawless production and full-bodied instrumentation, brimming with superb percussion, violins, piano and fabulous horns, not to mention the bewitching funky vocals of Jasmine singing the politically-charged lyrics, this song is as close to retro funk perfection as you can get.
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This brand spanking new Dutch duo consists of singer/songwriter 
Their debut single is a beautiful ballad, delivering fully on their melancholic folk sound. It’s a very polished and accomplished production with tranquil instrumentation, from an acoustic piano and gentle percussion to sleek, orchestral violins. The emotionally laden, serene vocals complete this impressive debut, which will tug at your heartstrings while gently stroking your eardrums.
Singer/songwriter Keith Longo started performing in cover bands in Boston, but had higher aspirations. He packed up his car and headed west hoping to find like-minded musicians and form a band. First he found guitarist Chris Santillo, with whom he started writing and recording music. With the addition of drummer Jordan Nuanez the line up was complete and Flights Over Phoenix was born.
Their versatile sound is an organic blend of rock and contemporary pop, bound together with an 90s alternative vibe. Their latest single is high-energy ear-candy, brimming with catchy pop hooks, grandiose production and a universal message of self-empowerment. Add to that exceptional, creamy vocals and you get an anthemic gem that is highly memorable.
Based in Brighton, UK, this five-piece band graduated from 
On their latest single they show off the infectious indie pop side of their musical stylings. It’s a contemporary sounding track, but with an underlay of 80s pop with a rock twist. With addictive hooks, buoyant percussion, sweltering synth action, glitzy electric guitar riffs and spellbinding vocals, it’s an exuberantly upbeat pop/rock song, which will make the sun shine on a rainy day.
Although the band name sounds like it was taken from a medieval cook book, their music is definitely a recipe for success. Based in Saint Petersburg, this Russian quartet released their debut EP 
Their latest single has an atmospheric, slightly haunting melody, which carries the lush voice of teenage lead-singer Daria Manakova like it’s floating on waves. With polished piano, lustrous percussion and fluid guitar riffs it sets a hypnotizing soundscape for her masterful, alluring vocals, all gelling together in an enchanting tour de force.
This Sidney-based Australian soul band is formed around singer Rich Aljinovic, aka 
Their latest single is a wonderful, laid-back, soul drenched masterpiece, which is blended seamlessly with impassioned blues guitar. With a lively rhythm section, exhilarating horns and gutsy, gripping and dynamic vocals, this song is a riveting piece of modern soul with plenty of 70s grooviness, which gives you a warm feeling all over.
