Hard Times – ooberfuse ft Snoop Dogg
ooberfuse and Snoop Dogg opened the month with the brilliant ‘Hard Times’, telling the story of David Fussell – a homeless film director. With such crisp production, an authentic melody, introspective lyrics and captivating vocals – it draws you in at the beginning, and leaves a lasting effect on you by the end.
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After The Storm – Tokyosongbird
It’s been a while since I’ve heard a song in the same realm as ‘After The Storm’ by Sheffield-based band Tokyosongbird. The lyrics no doubt evoke emotion but the vocals are what establish these emotions with their warmth and unique tones, and how these two elements work together is what I love about this song.
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When You Needed Me – Faith Groves
There’s no hiding the fact that 19-year-old Nashville-based Faith Groves gets candid about her emotions and experiences on ‘When You Needed Me’, and she does it so gracefully and powerfully. The passion in her vocals becomes ever stronger as the song progresses and the melody is feels fresh and vibrant.
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Retrace – Arnout Jansen
Pianist Arnout Jansen brings about an eloquence and authenticity through ‘Retrace’ – making for a great debut! The piano notes take us on a journey that summons deep feeling within us as listeners; where we can resonate with what Jansen is expressing to us.
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We Are – MANLO
I think we can all collectively feel the passion that musician on the rise MANLO put into ‘We Are’. The production is so refreshing, enhanced by the collide with the vocal tones. As for the melody, the more you listen, the more catchy it gets!
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Sans me perdre – Juilley
I adore the beautifully haunting quality to ‘Sans me perdre’ that singer-songwriter Juilley exhibits. There’s so much diversity in the instrumental to unveil, as well as versatility in this vocals. The song is truly a work of art that Juilley has put so much love and talent into.
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kid/delete – Lucas Thijs
Producer and songwriter Lucas Thijs takes us on a fascinating instrumental journey with ‘kid/delete’. It’s structured to flow entrancingly, displaying great strength in the choice and placements of each sound. No matter what your preferred genre is, ‘kid/delete’ will be a captivating listen for you.
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Sooner Or Later – Sophia Sheth
Up and coming teenage musician Sophia Sheth is back with her second single ‘Sooner Or Later’. The song feels very relevant in its lyrics, which exuberate relatability. It’s also strong vocally, and the sleek production is executed fantastically.
You can listen to ‘Sooner Or Later’ here:
Happily Ever After – Black Like Oil
Concluding the year with their debut EP ‘Past Perfect Continues’, new young band Black Like Oil present us with ‘Happily Ever After’, exploring both older and modern sounds to create something enamouring. Instantly the instrumental brings an infectious warmth, and then we are continually intrigued by the melody.
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Tombstones, Traditions, and the Story in Our Lives – Edoardo Gastaldi
A beautifully euphoric atmosphere welcomes us on ‘Tombestones, Traditions, and the Story in Our Lives’ by neoclassical composer Edoardo Gastaldi. As the melody progresses, so does this sense of freedom that the song summons within us, perhaps linking to its meaning – delving into the big consequences and underlying roots we can’t avoid. The song is nothing short of blissful.
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Poetry Glass – Peyton Parrish
Metal and rock punk singer Peyton Parrish’s ‘Poetry Glass’ has an addictive adrenaline to it that you just can’t get enough of. Vocally it’s passionate. Melodically it’s compelling. Instrumentally it’s powerful. What more could you want?
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Classic – Augustus V
It’s the opening instrumental of ‘Classic’ by authentic musician Augustus V and it already feels cool and refreshing. The song takes us through multiple atmospheres, but consists of one ultimate charismatic ambience that is most prevalent vocally.
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