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TQ – “Oldie Love”

TQ is an artist from Compton, California. He is a singer, songwriter and producer who discovered his voice singing in church and started writing songs as a child. Growing up in a neighborhood where most children didn’t have much of a future to look forward to, he found that great music can have a lasting effect on people and songwriting and performing showed him the true power of music. He has written songs for artists including R. Kelly, Lil Wayne and Dru Hill.

His latest single is a smooth, laid-back gem, which mixes an old-school Motown sound with contemporary R&B and a touch of 90s funk. With an addictive beat, catchy hooks, sparkling brass and creamy, velvety vocals, he definitely proves his love for oldies, but also shows his formidable song-writing skills and his impressive ability for making old-school sound modern and fresh.

From his album “Coming Home” (2017):

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Lauren Waller – “What If”

Hailing from Los Angeles, this multi-talented singer/songwriter recently graduated from Pepperdine University with a degree in Theater Arts Production and Design, so you could say that entertainment is in her blood. Her debut EP “Perhaps” from 2016 received rave reviews and airplay around the world. The power of her music comes from the emotional story-telling in her lyrics, combined with an unique sound of 80s piano pop, smoldering R&B and a touch of soul all rolled into one

Her latest offering is an impassioned and captivating look at relationships, questioning loyalty, love and trust. The gentle piano and rhythmic handclap beat are the perfect frame for her powerful, expressive vocals. The arrangement is enchanting, with mild, hypnotizing violins added to create a full and satisfying sound. It’s a charming, almost bewitching, song with poignant, passionate lyrics, from which you just can’t walk away.

From her EP “No Names Here” (2017):

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Temptress – “What I Want”

This South-London-based duo, consisting of Jess Belgrave and Vladimir Woodham-Smith, first met at Goldsmiths University, while they were playing different bands and decided to see whether they could write music together. This lead to their debut single “Lies” in 2016. They write and produce all their own material, creating a fresh sound which merges innovative electro-pop with classic R&B.

Their new single has a very catchy pulsating electronic beat, setting the stage for a funk-infused groove. The impressive production on this single manages to fuse the complex instrumentation – which moves from velvety softness to a bubbly and intoxicating funkiness – with their silky, multi-layered harmonies, giving everyone exactly what they want.

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Lo Lytes – “Hurting You”

After being introduced by a mutual friend in 2014, singer Jameson Morris and producer/multi-instrumentalist Rockwell Sands reconnected a few years later and started writing songs together. They merged Morris’ love of classic funk and Sands’ preference for dance and pop music to create a new pop sound, which is influenced by Jamiroquai and Bruno Mars.

Their second single is a contemporary pop song, sprinkled with that neo-disco vibe. A punchy beat grabs you straight away and skilfully leads you to the explosive, infectious chorus and a delightful, acoustic piano bridge to tickle your senses. Morris’ sleek and polished vocals tie everything together in a neat and captivating musical package with a bow on top.

From their upcoming debut EP “Lonely Weather, Vol.1”, to be released later in 2017:

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Jordan Alexander – “Cool”

This amazingly talented Canadian songstress took her first steps onto the music scene back in 2013, after being encouraged to enter a talent competition, which she ultimately won. She went on to open for Jess Glynne, only two years later. Being openly bi-sexual, she is also an outspoken activist for equality and LGBTQ rights, as well as being a gifted singer/songwriter. The lyrics on her latest album are deeply personal and insightful, telling the story of love and loss.

The single chronicles heartbreak and the healing which follows. It’s a well-constructed pop song, with tranquil guitar hooks and mild drums driving the song. Her captivating, subtle voice narrating the steps from heartbreak to moving on, gives the song a depth and warmth like a comforting cup of hot chocolate on a winters day.

From her album “The Lonely Hearts Club” (2016):

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Gabriela Francesca – “Fever”

Raised in Chicago, appreciation for art and music was present in the life of this pink-haired songbird from an early age. She is a multi-instrumentalist and started writing and performing her own music in her early teens. When she was 18, she went to the Berklee College Of Music, from which she graduated in just three years. Now residing in Los Angeles, this multi-talented singer/songwriter is collaborating with other artists, performing and tirelessly creating her own music.

Her latest single is a discolicious party of epic proportions. With an electro-pop base, she piled on a delectable late-70s throwback vibe, bursting with scorching synths, very danceable rhythms and her impeccable, strong vocals. Bring out the disco-ball, the flared pants and an abundance of sparkle, because this infectious groove will have you hitting that dance-floor and boogieing like never before.

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