Music Reviews
UK producer and musician Just Ryder is turning heads again with his new single Hurry Up featuring the effortlessly cool $affron.
Rising singer-songwriter Cameron Hayes returns with Own Me, a vibrant dancefloor anthem that captures the obsession and temptation of blurred-line situationships.
Dutch South African artist Joya Mooi joins forces with Chicago rapper Ric Wilson and South African duo Easy Freak for Technicolour, a lush indie soul track that explores envy in all its many shades.
RAYmi by the Pool is no ordinary artist. He’s an AI cat in shades, lounging poolside and redefining what music can be. His latest track RAYmiverse isn’t just a song, it’s a portal into his digital world where cats rule the beat. With over a million TikTok views and growing fan communities across AI music forums, RAYmi is quickly becoming a viral sensation.
A product of the infamous music city of Newark, NJ, TheARTI$T is an R&B vocalist who turns raw emotion into music that hits straight to the heart. Growing up surrounded by melodies, beats, and stories, she’s spent years honing her craft, transforming personal experiences into songs that soothe, energize, and connect with listeners worldwide.
MDAZE bursts onto the scene with his debut album Blood, Sweat & Tears, a fearless dive into pain, growth, and redemption that proves he’s not afraid to bare it all.
Sebi Viola glides through sound like it’s second nature, and his latest releases Park Stroll (Interlude) and Wheres Da Fun prove exactly why he’s one of the most intriguing new voices in Denmark’s underground R&B scene.
Wasting May, the Orlando duo of Ethan DeBoard and Evelyn May Nielsen, have been turning heads with their unique blend of emotion and melody.
Artist Spotlight
With her new single Time, Ni Maxine turns introspection into liberation. Blending soul, jazz, and storytelling, she unpacks what it means to be called “strong” while feeling vulnerable, exploring the shared exhaustion of Black womanhood and the power in slowing down.
Afterz brings together Très Chill’s visual worldbuilding and Troy.’s multigenre magic, first linking on Azekel’s Chocolati featuring Nao. With support from Jamz Supernova, Notion and NTS, plus collabs with Hugo Cottu and more, their project The Midnight Cafe serves late night flavour with sounds from Lagos, London, Rio and beyond.
With over 280 million people affected by depression worldwide, Matreya's new single I Saw the Light hits deep. Blending ancestral chants shimmering synths and raw truth, the rising artist turns pain into power. From Reiki to rollercoaster beats she’s not just making music he’s sparking healing one track at a time.
Toronto’s Zxne Kxmar went from dishwashing to dreamweaving, taking vocal lessons and recording in his home studio by 2023. Influenced by Kid Cudi, Frank Ocean, and GTA 5, he crafts moody anthems like “Introspection” for cloud-heads and night drivers. His music is a cosmic hug for the daydreaming soul.
Twisted Royalty—sisters Lisa and Tami Wilder, daughters of Heatwave’s Keith Wilder—blend funk, pop, soul, and jazz into one bold, harmony-packed sound. Raised in a musical home and inspired by icons like Madonna, Whitney, and Marley, their genre-bending vibe and sister-sync magic make them a must-listen. Funk runs deep!
Indian singer, composer, and musician Indian singer, composer, and musician Vaibhav Chauhan is causing a stir in the world of music by fusing Hindi lyrics and regional vernacular with hip-hop, trap, and Desi influences. Chauhan, who is now residing in London, is experimenting with a soulful R&B-trap sound that is expected to defy expectations and present listeners with a new, genuine kind of Indian R&B.
High Karup$hin started as a bunch of cousins from The Brook, freestyling and vibing every day. Our first album DBOAN made waves from the East Coast to France and the UK, leading to three shows overseas. Influenced by Bruce Lee, Tyler, Travis, and Krule—we're all about raw energy and sharp wordplay.
Boooka is an Austin-based hip-hop artist and creative director blending Midwest soul with poetic grit. Known for designing his own visuals and directing his videos, he’s part Common, part Metro Boomin. His project MEDSWASPOSED2HELP hits hard—with raw bars, real stories, and a vibe that rallies people, not followers.
Exclusive Premieres
Money Mykez is back with Lose My Number, a banger that blends Afrobeats, Dancehall, and UK Rap into one irresistible track.
Watching IYAMAH’s In Two Worlds at the iconic House of KOKO was an experience to remember—made even better with a free pair of Ray-Bans from the film’s sponsor!
Leeds-based nu-gaze trio Lozenge makes a striking entrance with their debut single, "Interloper," offering a captivating glimpse into their sonic universe.
Lowkey-E's "No Help" is like a shot of musical adrenaline, a self-produced anthem that's all about doing things your way.
Lincoln Roy's latest jam, "2 Shots," is like a musical melting pot that's as chill as it gets. Hailing from the streets of South Los Angeles with some Caribbean spice, Lincoln's vibe is all about that laid-back fusion of Hip-hop and Afrofusion.
Aretha Fontaine's "Restore My Mind" from the debut EP "Therapy Notes" is a soulful masterpiece that effortlessly captures the essence of personal growth and resilience.
In the heart of the Australian R&B scene, a dynamic force known as Lauren Greco, formerly GRCO, is setting the stage ablaze with her vibrant, unapologetically bold, and ambitiously soulful talent. Her latest offering, "YOU LIED," is a sultry banger that encapsulates the very essence of her extraordinary musical journey.
"Wavey Again" emerges as a fiery UK rap collaboration, uniting Leakzz, Dreadz, and Ashley Tragic in an electrifying masterpiece.
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With her new single Time, Ni Maxine turns introspection into liberation. Blending soul, jazz, and storytelling, she unpacks what it means to be called “strong” while feeling vulnerable, exploring the shared exhaustion of Black womanhood and the power in slowing down.