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Imaní Scott – “Throwing Glitter”

This Houston native songbird is one of the hottest up and coming singer/songwriters on the music scene today. She first emerged herself in the intricacies of the music industry and honing her craft. Influenced by legends such as Tina Turner, Lauryn Hill and Aaliyah, she created a contemporary sound, merging R&B, pop, hip hop and funk, which still honors her influences.

Her latest single starts with smooth expanding synths, leading to an energetic tune with pop, funk and R&B elements. The rhythmic pulse created by copious bass slaps and potent percussion resonates throughout, while the dazzling synths add a layer of opulence and style. Her velvety, yet zesty, vocals dance over the infectious melody, giving it a polished, glamorous feel.

From her debut album “The Introduction” (2017):

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T-Groove ft. The Precious Lo’s – “Roller Skate”

Based in Tokyo, Japan, Yuki “T-Groove” Takahashi is a multi-talent in the soul, R&B and nu-disco scene, being a producer, arranger, remixer and composer. Born in the 80s, he grew up with the sounds of Chic, Madonna and Michael Jackson. Although he’s been making music since 2001, it wasn’t until he was asked to remix a song by Tom Glide that he found his way back to the influences of his youth.

Having teamed up with Canadian electro-soul duo The Precious Lo’s on his latest single, they take to the musical roller rink of the 80s with discolicious verve. With an infatuating funky rhythm, rousing 80s-dipped synths and sleek choral style vocals, it’s a glitzy soundtrack for putting on your skates and neon legwarmers and strutting your stuff around a glittery roller disco.

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Alina K – “Get Up”

Born in Bucharest, Romania and now based in Dubai, this elegant singer discovered her voice at a young age and hit the music scene professionally in 2014. Being multi-lingual, she sings in English, French and Romanian and wants to inspire people through her music. Singing about life’s challenges and achieving goals, her music is filled with positive feelings, love and empowerment.

Her phenomenal vocal capabilities shine brightly on her latest single. It’s a contemporary song, generously layered with retro soul vibes and riveting percussion, a fabulously funky bass line, catchy guitar riffs and her enthralling vocals. It’s an addictive and exhilarating musical gift, which effortlessly takes the listener from a laid-back feel to an exhilarating upbeat jam and back again.

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Bo Haan – “Racha”

This versatile Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist is not just one half of the electro funk-pop duo The Blemish, but also knows just how to hit the right groovy note as a solo artist. Although he’s had a keen interest in music since childhood, he ended up as an attorney; a career he eventually traded for music professionally in 2015.

This hot and sexy track is a steamy funkilicious jam with an unequivocal retro Prince-inspired feel. Although the sweaty, erotic vibe will make you feel amorous, it’s actually an ode to the hot sauce Sriracha. With an infectious electro-funk beat and suave, sensual vocals it’s a spicy taster of the neon-filled retrofuture which is his new album “Bedroom Amateur”.

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SUN – “Baby”

This 5-piece Australian band from Melbourne have combined modern pop/rock with the slightly psychadelic sound of the late 60s/early 70s. Influenced by The Beach Boys as well as Tame Impala, they catch every aspect of the musical soundscape in one unique style. It’s mellow, yet upbeat. Contemporary, yet 60s retro. They will tour around Melbourne in the next few months.

Their latest single immediately starts with a mellow, groovy guitar riff, which will guide the listener through the song. Full of catchy hooks, a laid-back vibe and a highly contagious chorus, it shows off their distinct lo-fi psych-pop goodness to the full. With smooth, creamy vocals completing this auditory journey into time, it’s a flower-powerful tune full of peace, love and joy.

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Air Stranger – “Dangerous Game”

By merging rock with funk and soul, this Canadian four-piece band from Vancouver constructed their own fresh, modern take on their eclectic influences, which include Muse and James Brown. Band members Guy Wilkins (vocals), Sebastian Chamney (guitar), Colin Sankey (bass) and Eric Sankey (percussion) added a dedicated horn section, in order to generate that pure funkilicious edge.

Their new single draws you in straight away with a buoyant bass line and leads you to a myriad of powerful, lively horns. It’s a clever arrangement in which pop, rock, funk and soul marry effortlessly into one delectable groove. With expertly textured instrumentation and vibrant vocals, it’s an exciting and lush ear-worm which is both rambunctious and highly catchy.

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