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The Free Label – “Dancing On Your Own”

Based in Toronto, this Canadian band creates a delectable blend of 70s disco, 90s R&B and high-octane funk. Consisting of Jacob Thompson, Cole Mendez, Jason Martin, Joshua Tsakas, Malik Mungo and Mathew Fantini, they’ve forged an electrifying live show and toured Europe, North America and Australia. They’ve played various festivals such as Canadian Music Week and Mariposa Folk Festival and opened for artists like T-Pain, Aqua and Incognito. They debuted with “All Night” in 2018.

Singing about unrequited love, their new single takes us through the emotions of feeling love burning inside of you, while that person keeps dancing on their own. Enticing us into the song with some soft ethereal synths, soon the disco rhythm takes control. Padded with balmy bass plucks and laid-back keys, the breezy melody leads to a refreshing and invigorating horn section. And with their gentle, spellbinding vocals stroking our ears, this smooth groove ticks every funkalicious box.

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The Free Label – “Shine”

Formed in 2017 in Toronto, this Canadian six-piece party band shares a love for 80s disco and 90s R&B. Consisting of Josh Daniel, Malik Mungo, Cole Mendez, Jacob Thompson, Mathew Fantini and Jason Martin, they’re known for their wild, interactive live shows. They’ve played festivals like NXNE, SXSW and Canadian Music Week and toured all over the world. They released their debut “All Night” in 2018.

Inspired by Earth, Wind & Fire’s “Shining Star”, their new single brews an invigorating blend of disco, funk and R&B. Conveying a positive message about self-empowerment, the track starts with some smooth brass, before the funkiness takes over. With a bouncy beat, warm bass line and Braxton Cook’s deliciously jazzy sax solo, this silky, feel-good groove makes their sonic artistry truly shine.

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