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Ryan Brahms – “Love Dealer”

This emerging multi-talented singer, songwriter and musician from New York City is almost a one-man operation. He is a multi-instrumentalist, playing clarinet, saxophone, drums, guitar, bass and piano, he composes and arranges most of his music, writes the lyrics and, of course, performs the songs as well. His sound is an ingenious fusion of classic R&B and pop.

On his current single he added some vintage funk influences to his signature sound, creating an irresistible contemporary song filled with retro touches. Akin to Bruno Mars, this song is an energetic and highly danceable tune. With copious synth action, an infectious rhythm and captivating soulful vocals, he definitely dealt the love for these funky flavors.

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Judd Hoos – “Awake”

Judd Hoos is a five-piece American rock band from Sturgis, South Dakota, consisting of Tyler Bills (vocals), Devin Bills (keyboard, guitar, mandolin), Andy Young (guitar), Shane Funk (drums), and Chris Hornick (bass). While constantly touring the mid-west, they released their debut album “Best Intentions” in 2007 and write and record their songs while on the road.

Their musical style of acoustic Americana rock echoes throughout their new album, but their music is so much more. They incorporate both musical as life influences into their songwriting and production. Their latest single has rugged rock vocals, elaborate guitar play, intoxicating percussion and even a joyous-sounding brass bridge, giving the song a lively, jubilant quality.

From their album “Music In The Dark” (2017):

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Vanessa Jay Mulder – “Magic Love”

Born in Suriname, raised in The Netherlands and now living in Italy, this globetrotting singer, songwriter and dancer has already made quite an impression on the music scene. She appeared as a dancer in music video’s of DeBarge and Raf and opened concerts for Lauryn Hill and Rita Marley. Her new album is an eclectic journey through the different genres she feels inspired by.

Her exhilarating new single is an explosion of bounteous classic 70s disco grooves, filled to the brim with highly addictive beats, velvety violins, vintage bells and distinctive, powerful vocals, reminiscent of Chic, Donna Summer and Chaka Khan. From the first beat it transports the listener to a multi-colored lighted dance-floor under a glitterball with its discolicious jubilance.

From her solo debut album “The Butterfly Experience” (2017):

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Fieu – “Impossible”

Emily Brewis, aka Fieu, is an Australian alternative pop artist and songwriter from Queensland who supplements her dynamic vocals with playing keyboard synths. She released her debut EP “Put It On The Line” back in 2014 and topped the Triple J Unearthed charts. With the addition of her band, her music evolved into well-rounded and powerful synth-based pop.

Her latest single is pure ear-candy, with a happy, upbeat vibe from beginning to end, wrapped in a sultry, vintage ambiance. With an addictive melody, opulent vocal harmonies, an extravagant electric guitar bridge and a riveting chorus, it’s the perfect stage for her stunning, wide-ranging voice. It truly is impossible not to fall in love with this piece of sonic joy again and again.

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Emily Middlemas – “Lost & Found”

This Scottish songstress from Glasgow auditioned for The X-Factor UK in 2014 at the tender age of 15 and reached the judges houses, but was eliminated because judge Cheryl Cole didn’t feel she was ready. However, she returned with renewed gusto in 2016 and reached the live shows, where she ultimately became fourth. Currently she is on her first headline tour around the UK and Ireland.

Although she mostly focused on delicate, fragile ballads on the X-Factor live shows, her debut single displays a completely different side to her and highlights her prodigious vocal range. It’s a contemporary combination of those spellbinding vocals, glorious buoyant beats and red-hot synth action, which make this imposing song extremely current and hugely chart-worthy.

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Lauren Carnahan – “Criminal”

This young singer/songwriter from Oklahoma started writing her own music when she was 9 years old and has been singing all her life. She’s also a multi-instrumentalist, playing ukulele, guitar and piano. Since 2014 she’s released two self-penned EP’s, “Out Of Nowhere” in 2014 and “Unbreakable” in 2016. Her sound is contemporary electronic pop and is marked by her impressive vocal range.

For her latest single she traveled to Boston to work with producers Jason Strong and Giulio Cercato. It’s an anthemic dance track, build upon her signature pop sound. With copious ingenious hooks, infectious dance beat, lavish harmonies and her impressive vocal gymnastics, it’s an exciting exploration of her unbridled talent as an artist and songwriter.

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