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Molly. – “Change Your Mind”

Hailing from Lancaster, this eloquent British songstress got bitten by the musical bug aged 10, when she started learning to play the guitar. In her teens she began gigging at a multitude of festivals around the UK and Ireland, catching the attention of BBC Introducing. Inspired by artists such as KT Tunstall and Kate Bush, she debuted her expressive sound on her single “Something More” in 2019.

Despite lyrically highlighting a serious subject such as the realization that you’ve been spending lots of time with a person without truly knowing them at all, her new single manages to encapsulate the story in sprightly pop vibes. The acoustic piano, infectious handclaps and the upbeat rhythm create a catchy melody for her rejuvenating vocal artistry to claim its rightful place in the auditory limelight.

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Monique Klemann – “Running Up A River”

Born in Amsterdam, this sensational Dutch songbird’s successful career began in the 80s, when she formed the award-winning band Loïs Lane, which reached commercial success as well as having toured with Prince in the early 90s. While still in existence today, she took a blend of pop, soul and jazz and started exploring a solo career, leading to the release of her debut solo album “On Patrol” in 2006.

With a radiant rhythm and refreshing guitars painting a silky, ear-stroking soundscape, her new single effortlessly blends pop with delightful jazzy hues. Taken from her upcoming album “Lovers In Motion”, expected on March 6th, it’s the vintage Californian vibes and her bewitching vocals that radiate elegance and style. Smooth, laid-back and yet exciting, this is a sonic river of pure sophistication.

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Fonkynson ft. Desiire – “Mind Games”

Originally from France, this DJ and producer was first influenced by his father’s music, like Jimi Hendrix and The Rolling Stones. As he grew up he developed a taste for electro styles, such as house, drum ‘n’ bass and techno. Now based in Montreal, he introduced his future-disco-house sound on his 2008 debut EP “So Damn Fresh”. His first full-length album “#followme” was released in 2016.

Featuring the contemporary soul-infused stylings of R&B vocalist Desiire, his new single fluently blends electronic acrobatics with some funkalicious seasoning. With a punchy beat serving as the melodic backbone, it’s the sweltering, disco-flavored synths that give a future-house basis its delectable vintage flair. Seductive, catchy and fresh, this jam is one groovy game you won’t mind playing.

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Ntjam Rosie – “Sailing Out”

Born in Cameroon, this stunning Dutch vocalist and musician spent the first nine years of her life hearing the beat of the drums, singing in church and falling in love with music. After moving to The Netherlands she took singing lessons and studied at Codarts School For The Arts in Rotterdam. With her own blend of jazz, soul, pop and afro grooves, she debuted with her 2008 album “Atouba”.

Floating on a sea of sultry soundwaves, the multitude of various influences on her new single puts a gentle breeze in her sails. It’s smooth and jazzy, but also groovy and soulful, while still including her signature African vibes. Shimmering in pure auditory beauty, it’s the multi-layered melody and her enchanting, Sadé-reminiscent vocals that discover a tranquil ocean of musical magic to sail out on.

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Uché ft. Bootsy Collins – “Whatever”

Born as Uchechukwu Walter Ndubizu-Egwin-Okoli in Sugar Land, TX, this impassioned performer found his calling when he saw High School Musical aged 11. Since he sang in choirs and learned to dance from his family in Nigeria. His rise to fame came as a top 10 contestant on Season 17 of American Idol. Influenced by Michael Jackson, Prince and Freddy Mercury he blends pop with a dynamic funkiness.

Enlisting the vast talent of the original funkateer Bootsy Collins, his sassy debut single is a powerful funkadelic trip. Cooking some R&B with a touch of hiphop, a spoonful of pop and a smidgen of 70s disco, all generously marinated in funky flavors and served with an abundance of pizzazz, it’s a delicious sonic snack. And with his Larry Blackmon-like vocal vitality, this is an exceptional funkalicious jam.

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Isabelle Brown – “To Say Goodbye”

Though still living her teenage years, this Brighton-born British singer and songwriter has known her ambition was musical since she started vocal lessons aged 5. At 7 she wrote her first song and uploaded a Nina Simone cover to YouTube aged 9. Inspired by legends like Wilson Pickett, Tina Turner and James Brown, she blends classic soul with contemporary R&B and debuted with “Places” in 2018.

Aurally and lyrically nurturing an emotionally bruised soul, her new single wraps its warm sonic arms around your shoulders and comforts you. A mellow rhythm drives the melody, while soothing guitars, tranquil keys and a flourish of soft horns add a velveteen opulence. Singing about closure and acceptance, her silken neo-soul vocals mold a smooth groove you don’t want to say goodbye to.

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