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Georgia Cécile – “Heavenly Affair”

Glasgow-born and London-based, this British vocalist grew up in a musical family, in part due to her jazz pianist grandfather Gerry Smith. She sang in her church choir and attended dance classes throughout her childhood. Since starting her career she supported Gregory Porter on tour, played festivals like SXSW and venues such as Ronnie Scott’s in London and The Blue Note in Milan. Inspired by Nina Simone, D’angelo and Stevie Wonder, she released her debut “Always Be Right” in 2021.

Written as an ode to the dreamers, the poets and the lovers, her new single is a steamy and indulgent brew of jazz, soul and R&B. Taken from her recently released EP “City Girl”, she serves up a delectable sonic beverage with rich, laid-back flavors. With an easy-going percussion, mellow keys and an added touch of style from the horns, she blends classic soul with 90s-touched R&B. And with celestial backing and her sultry vocals, this tasty smooth groove is an absolute joy for your ears.

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Debby Smith – “What If I”

Hailing from Hamburg, this German singer and songwriter has always been drawn to music. As well as taking piano lessons from the age of 6 and joining a gospel choir at the age of 12, she was able to study different aspects of music at university. After getting her bachelor’s degree, she toured Germany with Josh Groban and Eastern-Europe and Russia with Sarah Brightman. Inspired by artists like Emily King, Alicia Keys and Lianne La Havas, she debuted with “Something Special” in 2019.

Asking herself the age-old question of whether true love can stand the test of time, her new single explores the uncertainty of romance. Enveloping her emotive words is a smooth, laid-back melody with an easygoing R&B vibe. With a mellow percussion, velveteen keys and soft guitars creating a satiny soundscape, she decorates it with a groovy sonic silk. Conjuring a sleek, 90s R&B-infused tune and with the gentle flow of her voice, this tranquil gem has a mesmerizing shine.

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Arthur Hill – “Too Much Ain’t Enough”

Hailing from Buckinghamshire, this British singer and songwriter is also a comedian and social media influencer. He started experimenting with uploading videos aged 12, but found his niche while in university, uploading skits and impressions to TikTok. A successful impression of James Blunt ignited a spark to add a musical career. Creating an unique blend of pop, crooner and hip-hop and inspired by Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley, he released his debut “Tiny Room” in 2022.

Singing about taking a fresh relationship to the next level, this new track is equally filled with eager anticipation and enticing sensuality. Taken from his recently released EP “In The Middle Of Somewhere”, this flirtatious song begins with a mellow solitary guitar and is later joined by a lively percussion. With added interlaced synth effects, it leads to a boisterous electric guitar solo. And with his passionate, wistful vocals woven through the melody, this is an infectious and intoxicating tune.

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Miya Folick – “Felicity”

Born in Santa Ana and based in Los Angeles, this singer and songwriter found her musical creativity at a young age. Despite that she studied acting at New York University, followed by a B.A. from the School Of Theatre from the University of Southern California. During this time a friend taught her to play guitar. Since starting her music career she’s toured with Pale Waves and Bishop Briggs. Inspired by artists like Joni Mitchell and Björk, she released her debut EP “Strange Darling” in 2015.

Taken from her upcoming album “Erotica Veronica”, expected on February 28th, she explores the experience of being a queer in a heteronormative relationship through her indie-pop songs. Her new single forges a surreal sonic soundscape, starting with some haunting electronic sounds, joined by mellow keys, before invigorating drums inject some buoyant energy. And with a retro-touched flute solo and her bewitching vocals, this honest tune has an enchanting allure to it.

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Ben Ellis – “Burner Phone”

Based in Cardiff, this Welsh singer and songwriter is no stranger to performing. Having grown up in a music-loving home with folk and classical playing, he went on to study musical theatre at university. Since then he’s amassed a massive following on TikTok. He performed at the iconic Camden Roundhouse in London, supporting Henry Moodie and played festivals such as The Great Escape. Inspired by Harry Styles and Ed Sheeran, he debuted with his EP “The Ed’s House EP” in 2023.

Wondering whether an ex-lover will still think of you and secretly want to keep in touch with you despite having entered into a new relationship, his new single is a plea to hold on to what was lost. Opening the song calmly, with some electronic elements, bass plucks and a soft rhythm, it all comes alive with a melodic, slightly retro warmth from the peppy drums and sweltering electric guitars. And with his vibrant vocals, this vivid groove is a virulent indie-pop tune.

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Kat Velasco – “Paper Boy”

Originally from South Carolina and now based in Nashville, this singer and songwriter was born with the performance gene prominently active. She signed with an agency at the age of 7, which led to musical theatre and beauty pageants. Although she also did a short stint in finance, her path would always lead to music. She started writing her own songs in 2020. Inspired by artists such as Stevie Nicks and Amy Winehouse, she released her debut single “Cliché Country Song” in 2021.

Reflecting on her own experiences with dating, her new single high-lights what is truly important in a relationship and reminds us not to lose sight of our self-worth in the illusions of romance. Fusing bouncy pop with twangy country, the song starts with a lively synth beat and electronic guitar strums, before elevating to an infectious melody. With countrified guitars and cheeky keys forging the bustling tune, it’s her heartfelt vocals that complete this invigorating country-pop bop.

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