Month: May 2025

Jay Kurdy Returns With New Song “You Gave Me Music”

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Jay Kurdy

After the buzz around his last single, “Wishes, Dreams & Reality”, MC Jay Kurdy from Manchester is back with a new track that feels like it’s made for sunny days and good vibes. “You Gave Me Music”, is out now and featuring Rachel Chambers. It mixes Hip Hop, Dance, and Reggae into one smooth, feel-good jam that’s hard to resist. Right from the opening, the song grabs you with a catchy guitar riff that sets a lively mood. Jay’s energy shines through, bringing a sound that feels both fresh and…

JAE.CI’s American Doll Confronts Adoption, Identity, and the Power of Voice

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Out now on all streaming platforms, American Doll marks the striking debut of JAE.CI (Jae Carelli), a lyric soprano and songwriter whose deeply personal 7-track album weaves music and memory into a genre-defying exploration of transracial and international adoption. With a voice rooted in classical training and a soul driven by lived experience, JAE.CI transforms their debut into a bold act of reclamation—centered around themes of identity, loss, and truth-telling. “I attended the Korean Adoptee/Adoptive Family Network Conference with my sister in 2023, and we attended a session that explored…

The Secret Radio Release “Swimming Pool On Mars”

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The Secret Radio

The Secret Radio, an indie rock collective from Queens, New York, surface with a striking single, “Swimming Pool On Mars”, a track that combines artful storytelling with dynamic instrumentation and now streaming on all major platforms. Fronted by English singer-songwriter Damian Fowler, The Secret Radio draw inspiration from the likes of David Bowie, Radiohead, and Regina Spektor. Since their formation in 2006, the group has embraced a rotating lineup of international musicians, a reflection of Queens’ rich cultural scene — and “Swimming Pool On Mars” exemplifies that diversity and ambition.…

Calm Senses Release New Song “Tranquility”

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Calm Senses

“Tranquility” is the new release from Calm Senses and it offers a beautifully composed escape into serenity, thoughtfully put together through the inspired collaboration between LunaLight and classical composer Julia Thomsen. It is now available to stream across all major platforms and it is a meditative composition that comes in two carefully curated versions: a shorter, succinct rendition perfect for a moment of reflection in a busy day, and an extended version designed for a deeper, more immersive listening experience that unfolds gradually like a journey through stillness. From the…

Kovan Baldwin Returns with Global Success and a New Sound for R&B

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Minneapolis native Kovan Baldwin has returned to the music scene in a major way, and fans of real R&B are here for it. His single “Last Man Standing” is not only gaining spins—it’s gained global traction, recently charting at No. 84 on Digital Radio Tracker’s Global Charts. Baldwin’s comeback isn’t just about a song—it’s about a mission. Known for creating music centered around positivity, romance, and resilience, he’s carved out a sound that’s equally nostalgic and refreshing. His smooth vocals glide over soulful beats, laced with uplifting messages that listeners…

Ryanito “Invictus”

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Emerging from the depths with a defiant spirit, Ryanito presents Invictus, a hip-hop odyssey etched in resilience and self-mastery. Inspired by the very definition of its title – unconquered – this album is a sonic testament to overcoming adversity and standing tall in the face of life’s relentless battles. Across a landscape of hard-hitting beats and introspective rhymes, Ryanito navigates themes of struggle, triumph, and the unwavering strength found within. He’s not alone on this journey, enlisting a formidable lineup of collaborators. The ethereal vocals of Torii Wolf adds a layer…