Hip-Hop | Charlie Noiir offers fans an unabashed & unapologetic post-pandemic party anthem, “REASONS” ft. Tribe Alexander
Posted by VMan on August 4, 2021
Back with another banger, Toronto’s rising artist Charlie Noiir has released his new single “REASONS” a fiery and boastful hip-hop track featuring production from Tribe Alexander. Known for his penchant for party-starting anthems and bold, magnetic energy, Charlie Noiir brings all the heat to this one, delivering his most assertive and self-assured performance to date. As the lead vocalist in XNDR Q., as well as a member of the Toronto collective, STAYOUTLATE, Charlie Noiir is no stranger to hard work or grand ambitions. In fact, ‘REASONS’ comes just two weeks after the release of FABERGÉ, STAYOUTLATE’s debut album, proving Charlie Noiir’s hunger and insatiable creativity. For ‘REASONS’, Noiir does what he does best, offering fans an unabashed and unapologetic post-pandemic party anthem that’s just in time for the summer. This one is hype and a summertime banger, without a doubt. Tap in above now!
Alternative, Pop, RnB | Toronto’s newest voice, LOR unveils her stunning, dark-pop debut single, “Used To”
Posted by VMan on August 1, 2021
Toronto based newcomer LOR fuses dark-pop production with bold yet vulnerable lyricism and smooth RnB influences to create a unique and current sound that’s both personally authentic and widely relatable. This is the first time hearing her music but after one listen through of “Used To” it is clear that she is here to stay. The talent is undeniable and excites me for her future. Check out “Used To” by LOR above now and keep a tab on the rising singer/songwriter!
Hip-Hop | HIP-HOP COLLECTIVE STAYOUTLATE RELEASE THEIR DEBUT ALBUM, ‘FABERGÉ’
Posted by VMan on July 28, 2021
An upcoming Canadian 4-piece alt hip-hop group by the name of STAYOUTLATE are starting to buzz around the industry thanks to their versatility in sound. The group’s dynamic flows, conscious bars and melodic delivery, all come together over booming beats that will have you running back for more ASAP. Founded back in 2014, Tremayne, Scotty IV, Charlie Noiir and YoungWolf combine their shared skills across rap, songwriting and production to create sonically unique and thought-provoking music that incorporates a range of influences whilst keeping real hip-hop at its heart. Their debut album FABERGÉ is out now and it’s 9 tracks are all over the place in the best way possible. Tap in above now!
Hip-Hop | P*nut & Franz Job connect with Qua for “Wake Up”
Posted by VMan on July 8, 2021
Multi platinum producer, artist and writer John Harrison, better known as P*nut, has teamed up with Franz Job and Qua for his mellow new single “Wake Up”. Fusing elements of reggae and hip-hop, the catchy track ebbs and flows, as P*nut’s production delivers a slick helping of pulsing beats and spacey synth all topped with Franz Job and Qua’s smooth vocal performances. John Harrison and co-producer Kasper Granroth originally met in Berlin 2018, with Kasper joining John’s studio community. The pair have been working on music together ever since, with their collaborative expertise culminating in their striking new release ‘Wake Up’. Kasper is honoured to release “Wake Up” on his independent indie imprint Lost Favourite Records. Tune in above now and check out a quote on the release below!
“Franz and myself started to write ‘Wake up’ two years ago, with both of us recording it together in Tobago and Berlin. Franz kept on channelling Janis Joplin’s “Lord won’t you buy me a Mercedes Benz my friends all drive Porsches I must make amends, work hard all my lifetime no help from my friends, Lord won’t you buy me a Mercedes Benz” throughout the recordings.”
Hip-Hop | London-based artist Richie Gathu returns with the irresistible summer jam, “Cosa Nostra”
Posted by VMan on July 4, 2021
Upcoming London-based rapper Richie Gathu comes correct on his latest feel-good jam, “Cosa Nostra”. The Summer infused jam shows off the very best of Richie’s immense talent, energy and lyrical prowess through a series of melodic, bouncy verses and unforgettable, sing-along hooks that capture the ear and catapult the mind to a sunny, tropical paradise. With his ambitions set to the stratosphere with no plans on stopping, Richie Gathu is proving himself to be a very worthwhile contender in the arena of UK Rap. This tune is well worth the listen, so tap in now above and keep Richie on your musical radars.
Hip-Hop | Summer Payton Releases Video for “Need To Know”
Posted by VMan on June 30, 2021
Summer Payton has returned to the scene and is bringing a heady dose of attitude in the captivating new visuals via ‘Need To Know’. Joining forces with upcoming rapper Tia P, the duo exude confidence and swagger on an empowering collaboration that is undeniably catchy. Outside of the audio, the music video is also pretty next level: Filled with an abundance of neon lights, stylistic shots and filmed at various striking locations, the dynamic video carries a vibrant aesthetic that will keep viewers hooked from start to finish. Check it out above now!
Alternative, Hip-Hop, Pop | “Faster Please” by seeyousoon is a Summer Anthem
Posted by VMan on June 22, 2021
This group does not stop heating up. Orlando’s own seeyousoon comes back stronger than ever on their latest drop “Faster Please”. With a clear 2000’s era Neptunes influence on the instrumental and the most eclectic combination of flows and vocal sounds I’ve heard out of a collective in years, this single is truly something special. Tap in above now!