Albums | “we’re the last to leave” is the latest offering by Aussie artist Ordley
Posted by VMan on February 2, 2023
Ordley is rising Australian newcomer who is crafting a unique blend of indie-dance/melodic-house music in the same lane asa Fred Again, Duskus and Tourist. His latest drop “we’re the last to leave” is a groovy one well worth checking out, so listen to it now above and read a quote from Ordley on the release below!
“This is a song about conveying the tension from how we wish life would be and how it actually is, and the strains this can place on our romantic relationships as we find the resilience to keep going. I wrote and produced this song in one morning after hearing a news segment about young people’s employment still not recovering after the pandemic, and the anxiety this was bringing to them. This was all too close to home for me as an artist, and that emotion went straight into this record. Musically, it’s a fun, chill record. Fast and dancey. I think the percussion has a UK rave feel, keeping the momentum super high and the vocals are showcasing my fun and playful nature.” – Ordley
Albums | Emma Rae Releases Pop Rock single ‘Kids These Days’
Posted by VMan on August 14, 2022
Emma Rae is an upcoming Stamford, CT-based pop vocalist and songwriter. Her upbringing in a house with a jazz trombonist father and vocalist/guitarist mother has heavily influenced her writing and musical ear. Her new single “Kids These Days” has a different sounding vibe to it compared to prior releases, leaning more into the pop punk and rock space but still being grounded in the pop space. Read a quote on the new track below now and check it out above. Enjoy!
“Kids These Days is about the frustration I feel when I think about the kind of world the kids of today are growing up in. I teach music to kids on the side and hearing some of the stuff they think about and go through on a daily basis feels so far removed from how I grew up. Social media plays a massive part in this, they all seem to grow up so much faster than I did. The awkward stage seems to be completely bypassed and the level of maturity needed is much higher than it once was. Its a nostalgic feeling while also feeling anxious, frustrated, and kinda angry. I won’t deny there’s a small jab at GenZ culture in there as well but it’s all in good fun.”
Albums | ABRACADABRA by Sasha Chaa is a fun & feel good listen
Posted by VMan on August 12, 2022
Bilingual North African musician Sasha Chaa has released a new summer soaked track via “ABRACADABRA.” The song’s production is lead by Amapiano (African drums), pianos, strings, with slick Pop and R&B undertones. This is the first time I’ve heard of this artist so I was pleasantly surprised by the newly discovered artist. Lyrically, “ABRACADABRA” talks about how she’ll walk away from love that isn’t reciprocated, which is a fully understandable message that will resonate with most listeners. The hook for this one is stuck in my head and likely will be for the next few days! Check it out above.
Albums | Rob Lea Releases “Summer In The Morning”
Posted by VMan on July 27, 2022
Rob Lea has returned with a delightful new single out now via WBA Records called “Summer In The Morning” that is summer soaked and as feel good as it gets. The new track follows on from his debut single ‘Reflection’ earlier this year that gained him huge support from national and regional press and radio. The UK based singer/songwriter has been working on music his entire life and keeps pushing the envelope in his musical output. Check out a quote from Rob Lea on the release below now and stream “Summer in the Morning” above!
“This song is about fun, sun, love and freedom. I wanted to create a song you can let go, sing at the top of your voice, dance on the table and have a great time.” – Rob Lea
Hip-Hop | PM Lowe Drops “ALL ON ME”
Posted by VMan on March 3, 2022
Rising star PM Lowe is a multi-talented artist who is skillful as both an emcee, vocalist and producer. He kicks of 2022 strong via the new track “All On Me”, a song that was heavily influenced by Kanye West’s classic hit “All Of The Lights” due to it’s feel-good and hype production and overall confident vocal delivery. Tune in above now and read a quote from PM Lowe on his latest drop below.
“‘All On Me’ is a track of reflection, fun and self assurance. I have Mika Ceylon, who is an absolutely amazing artist from Australia, tackle the hook of the song. The instrumental is heavy hitting and triumphant. It makes you feel powerful, while having fun in the process.” – PM Lowe
Alternative, Pop | Martin Weston Releases “Loose Knit Heart”
Posted by VMan on August 22, 2021
Martin Weston isn’t your everyday singer-songwriter. The up-and-coming London based musician possesses a potent motion in his storytelling with folk music running through his veins from a young age. His latest offering “Loose Knit Heart” has elements of acousitc, folk, and pop blended together which reminded me a lot of early 2000’s music in this space like Jack Johnson or Ben Harper. This track few on me a ton and well worth it. Martin explains the meaning behind “Loose Knit Heart’’ below. Stream the song above now.
“I wrote Loose Knit Heart after fully realising how brilliant a thing the perfectly crafted pop song is. Loose Knit Heart is my attempt at something along those lines, trying to add catchy hooks and melodies everywhere I could.
It’s an acoustic singer-songwriter, collaborating with an experimental electronic music producer called Tom Arniel. I came along with an acoustic pop song and he added a really textural groove by recording pots and pans in his kitchen. Making it was so fun.”
Hip-Hop | TY In The Building Connects with BabyTron & Sada Baby for new Track
Posted by VMan on August 21, 2021
Teaming up with Sada Baby and BabyTron for one of his bigger releases to date, emerging rapper TY in the Building returns with an electrifying new release via “Vice Avenue”. The rising Detroit based artist iss on the come up but clearly has something going here. Check out a quote from him on the release below and check out the new collaboration and video above now!
When I first heard the beat, it reminded me of something that would be in grand theft auto Vice city and I loved it. When we were thinking of a name I wasn’t sure what to call it. We thought about “ Jump” or “screenshot” but that seemed too basic. When i made the artwork I wanted it to be GTA inspired because The beat inspired me of the game, and in the game there’s a bunch of strips with clubs on there. So we came up with “Vice Avenue” referencing the game GTA Vice City”