Bass, Chill | David Starfire Teams Up With Arula To Drop Fire Release “Keepsake feat. Drumspyder & Jef Stott”
Posted by VMan on June 27, 2020
“Keepsake,” a uniquely heady and world-percussion injected downtempo vibe comes filled with mystery, personality, and so much more – all within a therapeutic tinged musical experience.
Arula and David Starfire are clearly forces to be reckoned with, the energy levels on this one are fascinating as the two are clear natural collaborating fit.
The percussion keep things chill while the brass controls the energy, the sitar and the bridge level things out as the experience comes to a close. With musical maturity built-in and a more meaningful overall directive, “Keepsake,“ is one track to save in your playlist.
Chill | Remixing Duo SweetLick On The Rise Post Poppy ‘SPF’ Release Drop
Posted by VMan on June 23, 2020
More could be know about SweetLick, a duo who collectively have achieved everything from dope direct support spots to official Dim Mak releases, and then some. SPF , their latest, defines a new chapter for SweetLick, the 2-parter continuing their curated remixing style that swoops in fans on an uninterrupted bases. SPF contains a remix of “Nick Elliot – All I Want” and a flip of “Ezra Jordan – In Case,” well-placed pop moments intersecting with full vocal moments. ‘SPF’s replay value is high as the group continues to define themselves in 2020. The a quality level is at a very recognizable style and a ample collection of tracks set to release from SweetLick. The duo is hitting many high points turning heads.
Personality and a cloudy modern dance music sound shape a stand out sound, for SweetLick.
Chill, Pop | Mokita Finishes “Bad” 3 Years Later and Turns Out Something Special
Posted by VMan on June 20, 2020
‘I actually started bad about 3 years ago. It was a guitar riff I had played around with and then I layered a few other random things and the track kinda stayed the same over the last few years. Most of the song had been done for a while but I just never finished it. So a few months ago I was going through old demos and half finished songs and I heard it and was ‘I gotta just finish this and put it out’. So I kinda just rewrote a few parts and then barely tweaked the production. The song came together super fast and I didn’t really over think it. I did all the vocals in a day and then mixed in the next day and then it was done. I think sometimes as I writer I feel this pressure to always talk about topics that carry a lot of weight, or are going to make an impact on people. With this song I kinda had to remind myself that not everything I put out has have this super deep life altering message. I think that’s why it took me a while to put out because its super simple and lyrically its really straightforward and kinda playful. I think putting it out made me feel the freedom to put out songs I really love even if it means aren’t dealing with a heavy subject.’ – Mokita
Alternative, Chill | Hank Compton Smoothly Blends Genres on his Loser EP
Posted by VMan on June 17, 2020
Nashville native, Hank Compton, goes for the gut with his rich storytelling, creating music that dives beyond the surface level exposing his greatest highs and lows. Compton’s music blends his influences of classic rock and 80’s pop devising a modern sound with a nostalgic feel. At 20, he has toured and opened for country legend Loretta Lynn, played at historic venues such as the Troubadour in Los Angeles and the Ryman in Nashville and signed with Warner Chappell Music in March of 2019. His sound is versatile and comes from many different influences. After releasing “Judge Me”, “Call It What It Is” and “Can’t Be Loved” he is back with the fourth and final track off of his new EP via “Loser”. The title track, like his prior releases, is a calming blend of various sub-genres. Check it out above now.
Bass, Chill, Electronic | Juuku Lays Vocals Down for First Time via “Seasons”
Posted by VMan on May 29, 2020
“Seasons” is a special single for anonymous producer Juuku, it’s the first time he put his own vocals on a track. The stand cinematic and emotional production style is there and as strong as ever, but this one feels different in the best way possible thanks to the Juuku’s voice. Hoping to hear more vocal’s on future Juuku tracks, because this one sounds great. Not overbearing but just enough, just enough to fit smoothly into the mix. Check it out above now!
Chill, Dance, Hip-Hop | seeyousoon Make Us Wanna Dance on “Blue Chord”
Posted by VMan on May 28, 2020
Having quickly established themselves as a new act to watch this year, Florida based 9-piece seeyousoon reveal their third offering in a stellar new single, “Blue Chord”. Having gained plaudits already from the likes of FADER, Wonderland Magazine, COLORS, Lyrical Lemonade, Ones To Watch and more on the back of storming offerings “Steamy”and “ICFWT”, “Blue Chord” serves to further fuel anticipation for their debut album VIDÉ, set for release this year. Check out the fun and funky single “Blue Chord” above now and keep an eye out for seeyousoon this year, they continue to turn heads with their hybrid releases.
Alternative, Chill | Bishop – LIMBO EP
Posted by VMan on May 12, 2020
Bishop Ivy brings all the alt-pop feelings in his new EP, “Limbo.” Starting off with “Ivy Dreams,” Bishop Ivy uses futuristic synth sounds and electronic textures to convey the hardships of growing up and moving on to a new chapter in life. Resembling LANY and HONNE with the sad bedroom pop sounds, many young kids going through the same transition of figuring out what to do after highschool can be felt in this song. His next song “Drag Racing” brings a whole other side of Bishop Ivy to the table. Using similar vocal effects like the greats, Frank Ocean and Bon Iver, he really breaks the boundaries of singing/rapping in this song. Using ambient sound affects and eerie background voices, this song really pushes the limits of defining genres and makes it truly his own. You hear his influence of Hip Hop and Rap in his use of different vocal affects and the hard hitting beat. “Bleeding Too” brings a sadder tone to this EP, where his main instrumental focus is using minor piano chords to convey that “heart broken” sound. He sings about summer ending and wanting to tell someone he loves how he feels. This whole EP really wraps up all the emotions of not knowing what the future holds for someone whose life is just starting, the loved ones you might have to leave behind in that process, and the harsh reality of feeling lonely in this process. “In Spring” really reminds me of a nostalgic love story being recalled by someone who lost someone who was important to them. Bringing in a light, but fun beat to follow along with his memories being sung really makes me think of The Japanese House. Reminiscing on the good memories he has with someone he loves, “In Spring.” Ending with “Clockwork,” Bishop adds acoustic guitars, keyboard pads, and layered vocals making it sound beautiful and sad all at the same time. Towards the end of the song, he uses an artistic amount of autotune and reverb to give the song that “Frank Ocean” sound.