Pop | Unorthodox Pop Sensation, iLana Armida, Shares A Story Of Vacation Romance On Upcoming Single
Posted by VMan on August 19, 2021
Los Angeles-based pop singer/songwriter iLana Armida gives a refreshing new rendition of a love story as old as time on her recently released single, “Summertime Love.” Having written music for various popular artists over time
including Doja Cat, Etana, Common Kings and more she clearly has a gift for creating catchy tunes. iLana stated in her press release: “I sing songs that incorporate multiple languages and genres purposefully so that people of all cultures and backgrounds and ethnicity’s can feel connected to the music…I want everyone to feel accepted and united.” Listen to “Summertime Love” above now.
Pop | Gillian Heidi Releases Impressive Debut LP
Posted by VMan on August 17, 2021
Rising Boston-based singer/songwriter Gillian Heidi has finally released her debut album, ‘3AM’, a project where she flawlessly blends elements of Pop, Indie and Alternative Rock and more. While their are plenty of rising stars in the Pop space I hear something special in this project: not only lyrically but from a melodic standpoint. Listen to the LP above now and read a quote from Gillian Heidi on the release below now.
“I’ve been building 3AM for almost 2 years now, and I have never been more proud of music I’ve released. To me, the album is all about growing up, falling apart, and coming back together. It is my coming of age story. As I get older, I look at the songs on this album as different stages of growing up. Some songs I wrote in eighth grade, some I wrote throughout highschool. They all have different meanings to me and have helped me process different emotions while becoming who I am today. I have never been more excited to release something into the world as I am about 3AM, and I hope everyone loves this project as much as I do!”
Hip-Hop, Pop | Estonian Up-And-Comer SVNDRA Drops Infectious New Single “Rocketship”
Posted by VMan on August 15, 2021
Growing up in the beautiful forests of Estonia, rising talent SVNDRA has always dreamt of a career as a singer in LA. She made her first steps in the US back when she was 17, recording her earliest demos in a basement in Queens, and later moved to LA for 6 months. As a classically trained dancer and highly motivated artist, SVNDRA’s talents quickly became noticed in the hip hop and dance communities, and led to her starting to professionally co-write songs with artists in 2015, and launching her solo career in 2019.
SVNDRA has worked alongside massively acclaimed acts such as Teyana Taylor, Chris Brown and Ester Dean, and has performed at Machine Gun Kelly’s festival, the “EST FEST ” with Interscope artist Phem. Her original music takes influences from hip-hop, pop and R&B, while her live performances are widely known for their immense level of production and energy with distinct choreography, supporting dancers and singers, and masterfully curated concepts.
Marking her third release this year, SVNDRA has returned with uplifting gem “Rocketship,” an infectious single that might be one of her best releases yet. The song, which will be premiered live at the Tallinn Music Week in Europe in September, follows a catchy structure centered around smooth synth chords, rattling hi-hats and hard-hitting 808s, perfectly juxtaposing the singer’s infectious vocal performance, that emits undeniably good vibes.
“‘Rocketship’ is a song about getting on board with your life and your dreams. Who are you to deny yourself from living the best life you can,” explains the artist, who apparently prefers to “treat music like a puzzle”. Throughout her process, she starts off with one element and takes a playful and loose creative approach, allowing her songs to form naturally. This translates in the listening experience as genuine passion and free-flowing originality, something truly unique within today’s musical landscape.
Alternative, Pop | Mokita and slenderbodies Connect on “speeding up”
Posted by VMan on August 1, 2021
“Speeding Up’ is a flush new collaboration between Nashville singer/songwriter Mokita and Los Angeles duo, slenderbodies. It’s a smoothly executed indie-pop release that creates an admirably feel-good atmosphere. that will leave you wanting more The dreamy guitar work is blended with falsetto harmonies and lasing of silky, sleek electronic layers. It’s the perfect overlap of both artists usual sonic escapes. Check it out 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!
Alternative, Pop | Mitch Jones Drops Long-Awaited Debut EP ‘If I Could Go Back’
Posted by VMan on July 23, 2021
Having gained notable traction in the Twitch community over the years, Mitch Jones is transitioning from streams to songwriting with the forthcoming release of his debut EP, If I Could Go Back. Whether it was World of Warcraft, Pokemon Go, or Just Chatting content, Mitch dominated Twitch with natural decorum and has since accumulated over half a million dedicated followers on the platform. Now, the gamer-turned-artist unveils six heartfelt tracks on If I Could Go Back, many of which allude to the passing of his best friend Byron “Reckful” Bernstein.
In April, Mitch took to YouTube to explain why he’s retiring from the streaming empire he’d built over a decade. Titled ‘Treading new waters,’ Mitch speaks on the devastating impact Reckful’s death continues to have on him a year after the fact, and why he feels it is time to explore other avenues. “Truly I had some magical moments as a streamer, and those days are over,” Mitch says. “Every day that I continue just feels like me trying to relive something that I’ve already reached the peak of.”
“I’ve been a full-time streamer for the past 10 years. I became a person that everyone who watched me wanted to see, and it slowly broke down my mental health over time. I lost some of the best people in my life, to death, or just having them leave me for all of my poor choices. In early 2021, Kala and I connected and we started making music together and it has helped me more than any therapy could. I want to write songs to save people who are struggling, just like I’ve been. Thank you to all of the real ones from Twitch who have supported me in this journey into music. I hope the music can help at least one other person.” – Mitch Jones
Stream If I Could Go Back on Spotify below.
Albums, Future Trap, Pop | Rubayne Finally Unleashes Infectious Debut EP ‘Get Together’
Posted by VMan on July 23, 2021
Still buzzing off the success of his infectious, R&B-infused bass single “Trail Of Broken Hearts” featuring vocalist B Sims, Dutch talent Rubayne is gearing up for the release of his most ambitious project to date, his debut EP Get Together. The versatile producer has been consistently putting out single after single over the past years, and is finally ready to take things to the next level with this exciting EP, which marks the epitomy of Rubayne’s “Positive, Encouraging, Energetic and Cool” sound, while bringing together various influences from Hip Hop, Pop, R&B and electronic music.
Featuring a huge roster of talented vocalists, the project’s tracklist brings infectious and summery vibes to the table. Songs like “Get Together” featuring Cam James and “Sober” alongside JDOVE and Tien perfectly showcase Rubayne’s knack for crafting radio-ready hits, while cuts like “Up Already” with Tun and “This Time” with SOME combine explosive future bass aesthetics with unmatched pop sensibilities, proving just how truly promising Rubayne’s career is.