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Ewelina Westin – “Waterfalls”

This Swedish indie-folk songwriter, producer and vocalist takes inspiration from nature, childhood, melancholy and love. Burdened by a horrible stage-fright she creates her luscious music in her studio on the island of Gotland. Despite her fear, she’s competed in music contests since she was seven and won several of them. She debuted with the Swedish song “Jag Kunde Lika Gärna Sovit Nu” in 2016.

Giving her folk sound an upbeat, summery vibe, her new single sounds delightfully sunlit and breezy. Written in a single afternoon, it’s about moving on from a good life to reach even higher. With a catchy rhythm, bright piano and plush guitars radiating pure sunshine, it’s her silvery vocals coasting on the perky melody that makes this tune sound like a refreshing waterfall on a hot summers day.

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NZCA LINES – “Prisoner Of Love”

Named after Peruvian geoglyphs called the Nazca Lines, this musical project centers around the love of 90s R&B, synths and science fiction of Michael Lovett. His debut album “NZCA/LINES” was released in 2012, followed by his second album “Infinite Summer” in 2016. He’s recorded with Christine & The Queens on her 2014 debut “Chaleur Humaine” and toured with the British band Metronomy.

Concocting a delectable sonic brew from 70s disco and ABC-reminiscent 80s pop, his new single sounds like it comes with its own glitterball. Taken from his upcoming third album “Pure Luxury”, to be released on July 10th, it fluently blends piano and disco strings with the more poppy synths into an invigorating bop. And with his slick vocals on top, we’re certainly a prisoner of this retro jam.

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Yuna – “Stay Where You Are”

Born in Malaysia as Yunalis binti Mat Zara’ai and now Los Angeles-based, this award-winning singer, songwriter and fashion designer started writing songs aged 14. She began performing while attending law school. With an alluring sound influenced by Aaliyah, Alanis Morrisette and Lauryn Hill, she initially gained viral success by uploading to Myspace. She released her self-titled debut EP in 2008.

By keeping the instruments understated and shining the light on her enthralling voice, her mesmerizing new single is an auditory treasure. While a mellow, melodious piano and a minimal percussion build the foundation, she uses her hypnotic vocal skills to narrate a story about self-reflection. With a touch of R&B and a whole lot of soul, this spellbinding smooth groove is full of stylish elegance.

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Roman Rouge – “The Other Me”

Raised in El Paso and having had to face various struggles throughout his childhood, this R&B singer and songwriter takes the passion of overcoming those hardships and pours them into his music. Influenced by the music of Majid Jordan and The Weeknd, he creates an authentic sound, brimming with personality and honest storytelling. He released his debut single “Darkness” earlier this year.

Expertly blending a funky bass with sleek R&B vibes, his new single is a delicious delight. Singing about being true to yourself, no matter what, his silken, soul-dripping vocals hug the seductive melody of laidback percussion, sultry synths and warm guitars, oozing both a classic sophistication and a contemporary flair. With an upbeat elegance, this alluring groove is filled with sonic charisma.

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Elise Road – “Daisies”

Hailing from San Antonio, Texas, this soul sister started writing music which reflected her childhood. Drawing inspiration from the silky R&B ballads of Babyface and the Neo-Soul blues of Erykah Badu, her soothing vocals add a touch of jazzy soul to her signature sound. Compared to artists like Alicia Keys and Tori Kelly, she uses classic R&B & soul to create a lasting impression of hopeful optimism.

Instantly giving it a classic intro with a bit of a vinyl crackle over an acoustic piano and her velvety voice, her debut single is sizzling with an infectious R&B bounce. Joined by the perky percussion and radiant guitars, invoking the feeling of picnics in the park on sunny days, it’s her seductive, spine-tingling vocals that make this an irresistible and breathtaking piece of sunlit R&B heaven.

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Mia Milla – “Sun”

With the vibrancy of her hometown Brighton running through her veins, this British singer and songwriter grew up in a household where music was always playing. She started singing at a young age, was a keen busker as a teenager and studied music at the University Of Brighton. Inspired by the likes of Eva Cassidy, KT Tunstall and Norah Jones she started honing her sound and songwriting skills.

Opening with an easygoing, acoustic piano and her utterly enchanting jazzy voice, her new single manages to capture the beauty of a sunrise in musical form. Although singing about going through a rough patch, she leads the listener to the sunny rays on the other side. The smooth, ear-stroking melody is joined by some subtle percussion, blending together into a lavish array of sonic luminosity.

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