Music History

Sister Sledge – “We Are Family”

From their album “We Are Family” (1979):

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New Music

Willie Jones – “Get Low, Get High”

Dousing lively country-pop in joyous euphoria, this is the new single by genre-bending artist Willie Jones:

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Catterina – “Inconvenience”

Native to Brooklyn, New York, this emerging singer and songwriter discovered her passion for music aged 14. In 2016 she formed a band called Roses In April and started performing locally to hone her craft. Now Houston-based, she draws inspiration from artists such as Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzy McAlpine and LÉON. Blending blues, folk, R&B and jazz, she released her debut single “Wasted Time” in 2021.

Starting with a vintage-touched smoothness, her new single joins complex instrumentation with heartfelt lyrics. After a serene intro, the song soon comes to life with a velvety rhythm, mellow guitars and sleek keys. While incorporating elements of classic soul with touches of jazz and underlying contemporary tones, it’s the profuse richness of her vocals, that makes this sound truly special.

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Music History

Simply Red – “Thrill Me”

From their album “Stars” (1991):

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New Music

Izo FitzRoy – “Thelma & Louise (We’re Not Looking Back)”

Enriching impassioned classic soul with rousing horns, this is the new single by British soulstress Izo FitzRoy:

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Toine – “I Can’t Take It Back”

Based in The Hague, this self-made Dutch artist is both a singer and songwriter as a virtuoso blues/jazz guitarist. Although music always had a pull on him, it was hearing “Little Wing” by Jimi Hendrix which fueled his passion. Since he’s played in several bands, including his dad’s band Big Dutch. He entered the TV show “The Best Singer-Songwriter” and supported Robben Ford and Matt Schofield.

Driven by a fierce, funkalicious rhythm, his debut single instantly introduces him as an aural force to be reckoned with. Enhancing the infectious beat, it’s the incandescent synths that take the melody from a mellow layer to an invigorating electronic brass solo. And with added funky guitars and sleek vocals singing the genuine lyrics about a complex relationship, this tune is mesmerizing and fresh.

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