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Joe James Lewis – “Ending The Affair”

Music seems to come natural to this British singer, songwriter and musician. At an early age he would improvise hymns on the piano with no musical training. Later he added a guitar and wrote his first song. He spent his teens playing gigs. His eclectic sound is influenced by wide-ranging artists like Radiohead, Amy Winehouse and Roy Hargrove. He debuted with “Day Dreaming” in 2019.

Adding a delicious creaminess to the pure honey-dipped breezy vibes, his new single is a luscious amalgamation of a funky rhythm, vocal soulfulness and a touch of smooth jazz. With easygoing keys, a soft bassline and mild guitars gently stroking all of your auditory senses, it’s the mind-blowing and unexpected trumpet solo by Will Blackstone that truly makes this an unforgettable sonic experience.

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Beth Macari – “I Promise (That I Got You)”

Hailing from Newcastle, this British soulstress has always had music in her veins. She spent many years supporting artists such as Jane McDonald and Jessie Ware, as well as singing lead vocals with Nick Pride & The Pimptones. She debuted her solo career in 2018 with the single “Clone”. Since then she’s featured her sultry sound at various festivals, SoFar Sounds Liverpool and an European/UK tour.

As the first chapter of a five-part series, her new single blends delectable vintage soul with a touch of smooth jazz. Despite the cheeky lyrical concept of a threesome, it’s an easygoing auditory dream. A mellow rhythm, mild guitar and lush piano conjure up a soothing soundscape in which her enchanting voice gets to play with the sweet violins, making this tune a promise of sheer sonic beauty.

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The Elation – “Live A Life”

This Cork-based, Irish four-piece band, consisting of Chris Cansdale, Declan Kelleher, Billy Whelan and Denis Burke, has been making high-energy indie-pop since 2015. Inspired by Toto, Michael Jackson and Blink 182, they spent 18 months honing their sound, before debuting with “XO” in 2017. Known for their electrifying live shows, they’ve been on national tours and played various major festivals.

Foot-tappin’, infectious and radiating summery sunshine, their new single sounds like a colorful cocktail by the pool. The joyous piano is merely a gateway to the tropical pop flavors which are to follow. Singing about not letting go of your dreams, even in these difficult times, they fill the cheerful tune with plentiful lustrous horns, a sing-a-long chorus and exuberant island vibes, creating a jubilant jam.

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Ariel B. – “Mystery”

Hailing from San Francisco, this dedicated singer and songwriter grew up surrounded by the legendary sounds of the likes of Chaka Khan, Luther Vandross and Prince. She was classically trained at the San Francisco School Of The Arts. Influenced by the Motown sounds, as well as TLC and Aaliyah, she molds old school styles into her own. She’s currently working with producer Narada Michael Walden.

Starting off with a mystical sonic veil, her new single is glistening with R&B smoothness. While slowly being enchanted by her enigmatic voice, the swelling rhythm draws you to the mouthwatering lively chorus. With slick synths, crisp bells and a warm ambience, she takes you on an emotional journey through the end of a relationship. Heart-felt, enticing and hypnotic, it’s an esoteric delight.

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Rozette – “Bite”

Born as Jenn Beaupré in rural Alberta, this Canadian singer and songwriter has shared her incredible vocal power across North America for the past decade and captivated audiences from intimate concert halls to Canadian Idol and the 2010 Winter Olympics. Influenced by powerful female voices like Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys and P!nk, she debuted with the 2013 single “I Feel Everything”.

Adding a sassy and empowering layer to her electrifying sound, she adopted a new moniker and released her first single. Blending delicious vintage soul with a touch of R&B and a pinch of pop, it’s the catchy hooks, seductive bass plucks and fresh keys that meld together into a bewitching tune. And with her lavish and imposing vocals preaching indulgence, this enticing jam has a bit of a bite.

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Low Cut Connie – “Private Lives”

This Philadelphia-based band around frontman, pianist and songwriter Adam Weiner has been making music since 2010. With a dynamic rock ‘n’ roll sound, which includes splashes of pop and even gospel, they debuted with their album “Get Out The Lotion” in 2010. Known for their high-energy live performances, they are endorsed by legends such as Barack Obama, Bruce Springsteen and Elton John.

Driven by a reverberating plucky guitar and bountiful buoyant beats, their new single is a salubrious rock ‘n’ roll treat. Taken from their upcoming album of the same title, expected later this year, it’s the addition of an upbeat piano to the foot-tappin’ melody and Adam’s Jagger-like vocal vigor, singing about his fascination with people’s lives, that makes this a flamboyantly thrilling rock groove.

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