Pop, R&B | Olivia Swann returns with New Single ‘Two Faces’
Posted by VMan on March 25, 2021
Produced by Will Paterson, ‘Two Faces’ is her sophomore release, following her rollicking debut ‘Salty’, which was championed by 1Xtra’s DJ Target, BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders and Apple Music’s Rebecca Judd, as well as racking up over 55,000 views on Youtube alone. The single reached the viral TikTok shores, as social media influencer Kristen Hancher created a dance to it that was shared to her 24 million followers on the platform. The Berklee College of Music graduate has a distinct style that reflects her music, using streetwear and trainers as opposed to dresses and heels to express herself. “I am an eternal tomboy,” Olivia explains. “Handbags and heels just aren’t my thing. I would constantly get mistaken for a boy as my go to look was baggy jeans, beanies, football shirts and of course trainers at all times!”, and her defiance to adhere to the industry’s expectations is what makes her so compelling as an artist. Tune in above now!
Future Funk, R&B | Avae Connects with 99 Goonsquad for “Azure”
Posted by VMan on February 23, 2021
Creating self-claimed ‘kaleidoscopic R&B’ (a great way to describe it) L.A. based upcoming singer, songwriter, and record producer Avae offers up an irresistible groove via his new single “Azure” featuring Goonsquad.
The track is well textured, tapping into a psychedelic vibe thanks to its funky synths and chunky bass riffs that help create a woozy sonic soundscape. Check it out above now!
R&B | Jozem Releases Visaul for “Dreams”
Posted by VMan on February 15, 2021
Jozem’s new slow-burning single and music video for “Dreams” is just as dreamy as one would assume it to be simply off the title. The rising Canadian singer/songwriter and producer has an ambient, experimental-soul vibe and it’s accompanied by a wonderfully conceptual music video shot and directed by Ayo Tsalithaba. Encompassed in dark, mysterious and alluring harmonies ‘Dreams’ was written by Jozem during a time of great uncertainty in his life, when he was doing his best to follow his own path and achieve his life’s goals but nothing seemed to be going his way, allowing fear and self-doubt to begin to plague his mind. Check it out above now and keep Jozem on your radar!
Pop, R&B | Through dynamic lyrics and charismatic vocals, Ella Rose Oliveras Impresses via “Young Heart”
Posted by VMan on February 14, 2021
Bursting back onto the scene with her follow up single that perfectly blends her clever lyricism, stunning vocals and her catchy & colorful sound – rising Pop artist Ella Rose Oliveras is back with a new single called “Young Heart.” The Powerful pop ballad is a highlight of her young career and well worth checking out, so check out “Young Heart” above now if you’re in the mood for a moody bop.
Pop, R&B | Watch The Fierce New Visual for Mulay’s “Antracyte”
Posted by VMan on January 19, 2021
Rising Berlin-based alternative R&B singer-songwriter/producer/artist Mulay just dropped this enticing new music video for her song “Antracyte” ahead of her forthcoming EP that is dropping via Groenland Records. Tune into the sassy single above now and keep your eyes on Mulay, she’s got something special going on here. Read a quote from her after the jump!
“ANTRACYTE is the intro and title track to my debut EP. It’s the soundtrack to the birth of a villain and captures the moment of complete honesty to yourself about the awareness of doing wrong by the ones you love while feeling the inability to turn around. It’s about the desire to taste forbidden fruits, to cross and explore what lies beyond the line and the self-empowering feeling of playing by your own rules defeating the fear of consequences and the power of moral concepts. ANTRACYTE tells a story of contradicting emotions, a story of love, lust, pain and a longing for more. It’s about facing your own darkness and sins, about self-revelation, emancipation and about paying its price, resigning to your fate.”
R&B | CubsNocap Drops Pandemic Anthem “Lockdown”
Posted by VMan on December 16, 2020
CubsNocap is a 19-year-old Gloucester based artist originally from Lewisham, South East London. On his second release to date he comes correct with a Pandemic themed banger via “Lockdown”. Using music as a creative outlet, CubsNocap has formed a brand of slick and soulful sounds that is bound to turn some heads. Read a quote from him on the release below and stream “Lockdown” above now!
“Project ‘Lockdown’ explores various themes. Besides showcasing my authenticity I use a juxtaposition to tap into the concepts of mental health, depression and current issues worldwide. Additionally I aim to awaken the reality of being trapped in the first official ‘Lockdown’, confused, isolated and restricted.” – CubsNoCap
R&B | R&B Artist MULAY Embodies “MEDUSA” in Stunning Visuals,
Posted by VMan on December 8, 2020
Berlin-based alternative R&B singer-songwriter/producer/artist Mulay reveals the fierce visuals for her new single “MEDUSA”, the second release to be taken from her upcoming EP, ANTRACYTE, coming out on January 29th, 2021 via Groenland Records. The slow burning visual and song is something that really deserves your attention. I am hyped to check out the full EP next month but until then I’ll have “MEDUSA” on repeat. Tune in above now!