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Spectral Display Release ‘You’re My Religion’

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Spectral Display

Spectral Display’s ‘You’re My Religion’ is one of those tracks that gets better with each hearing. It is a tune that has been blaring out of the speakers for a few weeks, and it has become one of the most unforgettable tracks in recent memory. It’s direct but not obnoxious, and the music has a timeless quality to it. Paul Simon’s vocals offer a fresh dimension to the contemporary landscape. There are indications of the band’s music that brought them to the public in the 1980s, but they aren’t one…

Lil Nas X takes you behind the scenes of Industry Baby I Vevo Footnotes

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Grammy Award-winning artist Lil Nas X and director Christian Bresauer have partnered exclusively with Vevo for the latest installment of Vevo Footnotes, revealing every hidden reference and new information about the making of their iconic “Industry Baby” music video.  FOOTNOTES OUTLINE:0:10 Narration: The Grammy’s in Nas’s jail cell are his actual Grammys.0:18 Narration: The poster in his cell is an image from the BET Awards show he performed at three days prior to shooting the music video. 0:35 – 0:41 Lil Nas X: “I wanted to go to a place people would least expect me to go in a music…

Bond-themed soul from Espinosa van Doornum

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With a VIP’s taste for gin martini, Espinosa van Doornum align themselves with the cufflinked cool of Daniel Craig while proffering ‘The People’s Theme (No Time To Die)’. Featuring Cory D Gibson on vocals – sophisticatedly world-weary, bow tie loosened as he lounges against the mic stand – and introduced by the unmistakable point-and-shoot strings synonymous with Her Majesty’s finest, ‘The People’s Theme’ is rich and smoky, big band soul and funk, as much about classic Blaxploitation style as it is about the era of Connery and Moore. As it purrs with the luxurious charm of our silver screen action hero (a suave…

Blind Indigenous Canadian Pop-Trap Artist MATTMAC Continues To Inspire With “Status”

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2021 has been a busy year for up-and-coming pop-trap artist Mattmac so far. After tucking an Album Of The Year Award into his belt from the Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards, he’s also received an Indigenous Artist of the Year nomination at this year’s BreakOut West Festival’s Western Canadian Music Awards. Among it all, Mattmac has debuted this, his latest single, “Status” to his dedicated and expanding cluster of listeners. Something that makes Mattmac’s music so unique is his ability to incorporate other genres into his pop music productions. While…

Hazernomical Releases ‘The Hip Hop Shop’ EP

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Hazernomical, a multifaceted Queens native and influential Hip Hop artist recently released his new EP titled ‘The Hip Hop Shop Vol 1.’ The critically acclaimed project, a nostalgic breath of fresh air, pays homage to crate diggers. This volume of ‘The Hip Hop Shop’ featuring Juxx Diamonds and hosted by Doc Ahk, transcends Hip Hop purists back in time when the elements of Hip Hop were mastered and celebrated. Hazernomical delivers a timeless dose of earmilk brewing with fresh wordplay. Ascensions of boom-bap intertwined with melodies of funk, soul, and…

AJ Chaka – “Trill as it Gets”

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AJ Chaka, Texas-based emcee/songwriter recently released his new album titled ‘Trill As It Gets.’ The 9-track project featuring Jacquin, John Jigg$, and Nicole Mariee was named album of the week by Billboard HipHop. The young artist has a mastered knack for blending old school and new school flows. The captivating blend entices his audience in for an authentic experience. In the words of AJ Chaka, this is not an album it’s something out of nothing…Listeners will hear infectious rhymes and influential wordplay that paint a canvas of Chaka’s personal come up.…

Wayne Dreadski Releases ‘Da Candyman’

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Wayne Dreadski

Atlanta reggae and Rnb musician Wayne Dreadski rips through the speakers for all the right reasons with his new release, ‘Da Candyman’. This new single by Wayne is dripping with zeal from the start, demonstrating his natural talent and ability to captivate the listener. He’s bold with his sound, delving into various genres to create a hybrid vibe unlike anything else in the game right now. Wayne also combines many techniques, which is refreshing to see a new musician pushing the boundaries. With his musical approach, he is a visionary,…

Kingdumb Gets Fruity With New EP

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In his latest EP, ‘Fruity,’ Kingdumb expresses his thoughts and views about modern society. Kingdumb is bringing British electronic to the forefront, dropping bars like they’re going out of style. He creates a retro atmosphere while remaining true to the current setting, and his vision pays off right away. The EP appears to be a quality product, and it stands out in a meaningful way. From the first track, ‘Fruity,’ the ep is propelled ahead by a pulsing beat. It’s a mix of new and old sounds that results in…

MXY Releases ‘Mind, Body And Soul’

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MXY

MXY captivates with her new single ‘Mind, Body, and Soul,’ which sees the British singer-songwriter venture into new territory. It is a comeback single from the singer, and it exceeds all expectations. The starlet enlightens our senses with an electronic Asian direction that is hard to come across in today’s scene. Furthermore, this new record has a futuristic air that captures our attention right away, but nostalgic aspects emerge along the way for good measure. It all starts with a top-notch overture, followed by an underground-sounding instrumental that rises to…