Championing the new age of electro-soul and R&B, Nashville’s own R.LUM.R delivers a breath of fresh air with his latest offering, “How This Feels.” An immersive cut dipped in soulful songwriting and looming melodies, R.LUM.R solidifies himself as an authentic visionary. Dripping in profound psalms, “How This Feels” is a righteously unnerving outline that prompts contemplation. Musically sincere and easily embraced, the Nashville creator strikes chords beyond those which make up this track’s very DNA. Lose yourself in the enlightening musings of R.LUM.R via “How This Feels.”
CHRIS SIEGEL - WEEK 1
Music, Original MixCommentBreathing a vibrant sort of life into the Milwaukee music scene, Chris Siegel delivers his feel-good, summertime joint, “Week 1.” Unapologetically optimistic, Siegel’s freshest cut is distinctly genreless. A poignant instrumental with hip hop breaks and synth-pop aromas, “Week 1” challenges the M.O of contemporary electronic production. Bubbly percussive elements tumble through shimmering digital soundscapes curating an outline of neon resonance. Rich with spirit and embrace, “Week 1” is the lively melting pot of sounds you need to hear.
TYZO BLOOM - I WANT YOU TO STAY. FT. LENACHKA
CommentSummer is here and I’m loving it thanks to songs like Tyzo Bloom’s new single “i want you to stay.” ft. Lenachka. It’s a dreamy Summertime jam that invites the listeners to roll down the windows and just drive. It’s another incredible indie love ballad to add to Tyzo’s growing catalog. Check out “i want you to stay.” below and if you’re into it peep his single “Sucker” as well.
SEBASTIAN PAUL - INDULGE
CommentLet me introduce you to Sebastian Paul real quick with his brand new single “Indulge”. He delivers an emotive, layered vocals over smooth hip hop beats, nostalgia-inducing synths, and a grungy bass with an innovative pop-minded approach. Sebastian explores the duality of an inner dialogue trying to quell impulses before succumbing to the urges of inner demons. This song is sure to get your emotions running and is definitely worth a listen.
CUJA - NEW BITCH, WHO DIS?
Music, Original MixCommentAs female empowerment continues to sweep the globe, women from all walks of life are celebrating the cause. With three female rappers on this year’s XLL Freshman Class, feminine art is being honored in all of its mediums. In an ode to self-empowerment, super-babe and rising pop songstress Cuja delivers, “New Bitch, Who Dis?” This vibrant cut is ripe with soulful vocals that parade around the track’s righteous mantra. Anchored to an electrifying production style with hip-hop cadences , this spitfire single is reminiscent of Ariana Grande with Cuja’s signature tattooed throughout its entirety. Check into this space of girl power and self-love today.
SLOW MAGIC - DAYDREAM FEAT. JULIANNE HOPE
MusicCommentWe’re living in a “Daydream” while listening to Slow Magic. Last Friday, the masked indie-electronic producer released the first installment to his project titled Dreams Pt.. 1. This double-single project is the first original from Slow Magic aside from a series of remixes released this year. The EP starts with the upbeat and pop-fused “Daydream” featuring Julianne Hope. Though it’s a lot more lyrical-focused than what our imaginary friend typically puts out, we are digging the infectious grooving melodies. Give it a listen now.
LAXCITY - FOCUS
CommentLaxcity has to be one of my favorite up and comers from the UK currently. His chill style of music allows for easy listening. He dropped off his new “Purity” EP last week and I can’t get the single “Focus” out of my head! It’s groovy UK garage feel coupled with Kudu Blue’s vocals make this one you definitely need to hear. Check it out!
[PREMIERE] POORCHOICE X CAM SANDERS - SAY SO (FEATURING VERONICA BRAVO)
Music, Original Mix, PREMIERECommentKyle Braun is a 21-year-old producer hailing from New York who began releasing music in 2016 under the name Poorchoice. The project's first success on a large scale came when he released a remix of “Chateau” by R&B artist Blackbear in June of 2017. The remix currently has over 600,000 streams on his Soundcloud and has even garnered support from Blackbear himself. Drawing inspiration from acts such as Porter Robinson, Grey, The Chainsmokers, and Illenium, Poorchoice continues to shape his sound around catchy vocal melodies, classic house drums, all while trying to create emotion driven moments in his music. In 2019, Poorchoice has already released a plethora of music including collaborations with Veronica Bravo, Big Z and KVMO. He has many more collaborations, solo productions, as well as remixes lined up for the remainder of 2019 in what is shaping up to be the biggest year of his career so far.
MEL ODY - HORIZON
MusicCommentMel Ody returns with another genre-bending hit: “Horizon.” The Athens, Greece-based artist has played with a variety of genres in his previous singles and with this release, he dives into an uptempo drum & bass tune featuring powerful, but not overbearing vocals. Mel Ody explains that “Horizon” “was created for everyone who wants to dance alongside the sunset and have a good time during the summer,” and that’s definitely what “Horizon” accomplishes.
With five singles already under his belt from 2019 alone, you’re going to want to follow along with Mel Ody as he continues to hone in on his vibrant sound.