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Faith Walker heart-warming new RnB EP “Head In the Clouds” with Interview

25 SeptemberUSA Blog Network

No matter what production she’s singing over, Faith Walker’s vocals stick out like a diamond in the ruff. Sharp and effulgent, these harmonies will spin celestially between your headphones, with the final effect being your “Head In The Clouds”. With that being said, these Los Angeles-born/Toronto-raised songstress couldn’t have titled her EP better.

Embarking on this album destines you for an cottony, R&B joyride. Not only does Faith prove magical with her singing; but her command of the early-2000 aesthetic of R&B is equally top notch. She glides soulfully, wafting through production that forwards heavy-hitting drums, and guitar-tinged, chord-waving instrumentation. These elements give “Head In The Clouds” a musical purity and authenticity that is impossible to ignore. Soar into songs such as the title track, as well as “Love By Now”, “Catch My Heart” (feat. Orion Tukal), and “Enough Of Your Love” and the beauty of this album will illuminate; deeming Faith Walker a beacon for the indie R&B circuit. For, if one thing can be concluded from listening to “Head In The Clouds”, it is that this amorous woman is destined for astronomical stardom.

Full EP “Head In the Clouds” on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/6NN6lWGEjRWiIwLjH8O9L6

Recent Interview-

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JAMZ releases epic RnB love song "Like Water"

24 AugustUSA Blog Network

Jamz possesses an invincible vocal spirit. Whenever his voice touches a microphone, and he sings through that “classic soul with a modern edge” (as his bio equally highlights), the English artist transforms every song into a voyage. A voyage through mountains of emotions that you would be hard-pressed to detour. His upcoming single, “Like Water”, is the epitome of such an odyssey— detailing a love Jamz experienced that “keeps on overflowing”. By its fundamentals alone, this record is speechlessly spectacular. A soft, yet soul-bending electric guitar makes a bed of cotton for the record; upon which, the ambiance of soul and R&B can lay. Eventually, a drum-loop of modern R&B quality introduces itself; giving the instrumental further life. Life that Jamz’s vocals fervently embrace. Once the UK singer gets going, he is simply unstoppable. From the pit of his stomach, with a graceful mastery and execution over multiple ranges, Jamz expels a power and bravery that most contemporaries can only dream of embodying. Well-written lyrics about an all-encompassing love elevates Jamz’s performance, as well as the record itself, to celestial heights— making “Like Water” one of those records you feel before ever having the chance to process it. Like so many soulful classics before it, “Like Water” will immediately strike your heart; and plant within it, an adoration for England’s powerful and modern indie vocalist, Jamz. Tune into his Soundcloud on August 23rd, to journey with us through his harmonious offering, “Like Water”.

Listen to "Like Water" today:

https://soundcloud.com/bonafidejamz/like-water/s-kgGha

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Chris Knite releases RnB/pop song "Ready For Love"

14 AugustUSA Blog Network

“It’s been a while since I first saw you, something about that kiss...” For those of us who have had tremendous romantic encounters, these words from Chris Knite are a blast down memory lane. “Your pretty smile, girl, I can’t front it; Girl, I reminisce...” By the beam of his star-striking chorus, we are warped into complete recollection of that special someone; and reminded of the very moment each and everyone of us knew we were “Ready For Love”.

Native and nigh-tropical percussions keep this enamored power at a constant throughout the record. Surely, the beat is flavored by an array of synths, rises, and basslines that assign it Pop perfection; however, these drums are powerful enough by their lonesome to lift your spirit. Lift it high into the atmosphere of this singer’s superb vocals. Through clouds of reverb and autotune, Chris Knite sings with the resplendence of his Sunshine State. As he serenades his unnamed love interest (in a fantastic mixture of English and Spanish), his voice flourishes with a lushness only Jacksonville, Florida could provide; making for an earth-shaking R&B hit. Love is in the air this summer and, thanks to Chris Knite’s latest, it’ll remain that way for the rest of 2019. Singlehandedly, he’ll have us all “Ready For Love”.

“Ready For Love” on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/1kQRJ5oqvVbQRGljqKIuj2

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Thandiwe Love delivers enchanting vibes with new-age hiphop single "Good Life"

10 AugustUSA Blog Network

Just when you’d thought every nugget of gold and every rock of diamond had been robbed from the gorgeous continent of Africa, a gem juts from the earth. It glows with the colorful hues of Afro-beat, and glistens with melodies that those native to the motherland will irresistibly feel in their souls. That jewel is Thandiwe Love’s “Good Life”; and through its lustrous prism of sounds, you’ll come to know that the wealth in Africa is far from low. For, there are still mountains of riches in their arts and culture. Thandiwe shows this with twenty-four tracks of enchanting dance music. Albeit, a handful of these records sport modern-trap sensibilities; most of them pump with the Worldly, four-to-the-floor rhythm that the motherland is known for. Raw, stomping kicks and energetic percussions keep this project pumping with the lifeblood of African music; a lifeblood that is further vivified by the melodious vocals Thandiwe splices into it. The lead single, “Loving You” is a quintessential example of such performance; manifested by a club-rocking trap beat and astounding, autotune harmonies. An inflection, with which Thandiwe uniquely excels. All in all, “Good Life” is a powerful embrace of international pop music— mixing World and Afro-beat brilliance with auto-tune and trap magnificence. Out of twenty-four tracks, you won’t skip a single one. In fact, you’ll be pining for the next song from Africa’s rising star.

"Good Life"

https://soundcloud.com/volt-medianet/thandiwe-love-loving-you

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Born Made Bosses Music Group drops heartfelt soul trap collab album “Soul & Spice Vol. 1”

03 AugustUSA Blog Network

The city of Philadelphia is breeding a powerhouse. An imprint of epic potential that could very well be the next leading label of ‘The Birthplace of America’. Known as Born Made Bosses Music Group (BMB), this East Coast collective is spearheading consciousness and the revival of boom-bap; utilizing their latest tape, ‘Soul & Spice Vol. 1’, as a swift introduction into their lasting magnificence. Sporting seven tracks, and seven tracks alone, the effort is fully produced by JSoul Musiq (BMB’s first artist and in-house producer). Over twenty minutes of runtime, our New Orleanian beat-maker splices sweet, soul samples with punching, Golden Era drums. These instrumentals lay the foundation of some of CG QUE’s (BMB’s head honcho), JSoul Musiq’s, and Super K’s most impassioned and thought-provoking verses; returning the essence of organic hip-hop to ‘The City of Brotherly Love’. Granted, a couple tracks feature modern percussions— with ‘Kryptic’ being a powerful, 808-driven rhyme-fest; and Atiya’s ‘What I Need’ braving shimmering R&B vocals over soft kicks and trap snares— they do not subtract from the project’s cohesive, old-school sound. Their equivalent use of soul samples is an adhesive that binds these records to the other joints on the project; keeping ‘Soul & Spice Vol. 1’ a smooth-flowing, nostalgic affair. Every artist spotlighted on this project uniquely holds their own; offering another dimension of brilliance to ‘Soul & Spice Vol. 1’ that hadn’t existed before their part. In twenty minutes, these artists combine and create something remarkable. Just imagine what they’ll be presenting us years down the line. If Philadelphia had no hope in R&B and the revival of Golden Era Hip-Hop, they certainly have one now; and Born Made Bosses is leading the way.

We recently caught up with suave conscious rap spitter, CG Que for to get the story behind thejoint project "Soul & Spice Vol. 1". Peep the in-depth FB LIVE interview above on the TheDopeness interview series.

“Soul & Spice Vol. 1”

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“Koinda Vol 3” // Koinda Records releases collaborative meditation album

08 MayUSA Blog Network

With their first three projects, “Koinda Vol. 1”, “Koinda Vol. 2”, and “Koinda Vol. 2.5” (Producers Only Album), the Koindanomics collective succeeded in bringing their worldly agenda new light. They focused greatly on showcasing talents from around the world; cultivating international bodies of work that spread their message of global growth, community, and love. Now, after all of that amazing externality, Koinda Records are changing directions; dedicating their latest installment, “Koinda Vol. 3”, to the power of self. Presented as a “meditation album”, this eight-track opus is devoted entirely to spiritual betterment and growth. For its four zen-ful, mind-calming instrumentals, the collective tapped A-Rell and See See Beats. For the three “guided meditations”, Ace Burns is our tranquil host. Albeit, only three notable parties are spotlighted on this project, the strength of Koinda Records, as a whole, is still awesomely felt. Their agenda to impact, enlighten and heal the world around them illuminates even brighter with “Koinda Vol. 3”; further proving the magnitude of this collective’s potential.

“Koinda Vol 3” on Youtube/Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/7a9FiM86BDQ6hSxSXnxFOU

https://soundcloud.com/koinda_records/sets/koinda-vol-3

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“Richie Day” // Richie Rend drops fresh newage hiphop album

07 MayUSA Blog Network

The city of Stockton may very well have their next, new-school star. He was unstoppable for the sum of 2018 with the release of his “Heartbreak and Addiction” and “Therapy Session” albums. This year, Richie Rend has his vision set on an even greater conquest, and it starts with “Richie Day”. As his first full-length offering of 2019, “Richie Day” is a magnificent indication of the Californian’s direction. With features from Francis, Ryan, and Antonia; amid the mix of sinister and sentimental beats, Richie Rend continues to be introspective. Certainly, some of it is blanketed by outlandish, braggadocious bangers; like the album opener “BOOM!”, “Faded” and “This Nightmare”. However, a theme of soul-searching and emotionality nonetheless flow strongly through this project. From “Stranger To Me”, “Dead Roses”, to “Living In A Maze”; with each one these records Richie shows a side of himself that most modern-day rappers neglect. The honest side. Such is precisely why, upon dropping “Richie Day”, this West Coast upstart will spiral to the top; putting himself, and Stockton on the map.

“Richie Day” on Bandcamp

https://richierend.bandcamp.com/album/richie-day

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“Zombieland” // King Pablo is back alive with creative alternative new-age RnB single

29 AprilUSA Blog Network

An earth-moving synth progression jump starts King Pablo’s “Zombieland”, foreshadowing an unimaginable banger to come. To fulfill that prophecy, the Denton artist hits the mic with a melodic torrent of bars; and after fifteen seconds, this Texan smash is mobile. What King Pablo wants us to know, most of all, with this three minute anthem, is that he is back from the dead. After a four year hiatus, The Lonestar emcee has to resurrected; and his first order of business is giving us a trunk-rattling taste of “Young Rebel”, his upcoming debut. To that end, “Zombieland” is flawless. It features the Southern artist spinning through synths, 808s, and lively trap drums, in a blur of melody and autotune. Both elements swing his rhymes into irresistible territory, making “Zombieland” a track you won’t be able to deny. Certainly, King Pablo has been gone for quite some time. However, with a track like this, he has thrust his palm from the grave, and gripped the Texas rap game.

“Zombieland” on Spotify

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“Army” // Owen Mc Grory gets the troops marching with new Hiphop/EDM dance tune

26 MarchUSA Blog Network

“I know my name is on the map!” After dropping such a climatic single, Owen Mc Grory could not be more correct. His heavy, danceable track “Army” is capable of making insane waves across the United Kingdom, and European continent. That is because this nearly three minute single blends two of the most indomitable genres known to the world: Hip-Hop and EDM. Its instrumental is a grand adventure of dance music, pushing a four-to-the-floor rhythm whilst whipping a club-grooving bassline. Mc Grory’s performance, however, is all bars. He accelerates through verses that harken towards his determination and shining ambition to thrive with his music. “Army” is a flavorful embodiment of the Irish artist’s potential. Not only does it highlight the emcee as a promising powerhouse in his home country, but it likewise opens him up to being an impactful, international star.

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“LoveTape” // K3 delivers the perfect blend of hiphop, trap, and RnB with new mixtape

23 MarchUSA Blog Network

Obviously, the anticipation for K3’s latest project, “LoveTape” has been at an all time high. That much can be gathered from the mixtape’s opener, “#LoveTapeOTW”, wherein a plethora of locals and fans of the Cleveland rapper alike share praises of his talent and yearning to hear his upcoming work. Once the opus gets rolling, we know exactly why. Both lyrically and productively “LoveTape” is astronomical. For fifteen tracks, spanning approximately fifty minutes, K3 gives a sensual, yet Hip-Hop take on Midwest love. With an instrumental style that blends R&B with fragments of Trap and old-school Hip-Hop, plus a flow that flirts along the border between conversation and rap, this Ohio artist cranks out a list of bangers that both Drake and Bryson Tiller would have to admire. “Midnight Thoughts”, “In Too Deep”, “Ashanti”, “Let Me Know” (feat. TYuS) and “LoveTape” (feat. Ye Ali) are just a few examples of that astonishment. Truly, K3 has crafted a perpetual mood with “LoveTape”; and that type of artistry is precisely what separates the rookies from the greats. As far as this LP goes, greatness is definitely within this man’s reach.

“LoveTape” on Soundcloud

https://soundcloud.com/kst3rg/sets/lovetape

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“Doctor” // First Class Rossy releases potent new club anthem

18 MarchUSA Blog Network

One of Louisiana’s shining lights, First Class Rossy, has proven with each and every release precisely how valuable he is to New Orleans. As far as his latest single, “Doctor” goes, the rapper shows zero symptoms of falling off. Recorded in his First Class Studios (a nexus of New Orleans Hip-Hop), “Doctor” is a lusciously danceable R&B track; supported by an ambient melody, ghostly adlibs, and invigorating percussions. The Dogsled Music Group signee pulls all of these powerful elements together through an autotuned croon that slips and slides between “In My Feelings”-esque vocal chops and samples. Ostensibly, New Orleans Bounce percolates through the DNA of this record. Its inherent rhythm and groove, chaperoned by First Class Rossy’s chilling delivery and flow, has “Doctor” destined for clubs in all 17 wards. The fact that this radiant single was released late last year, and gained the traction that it has, only further highlights the potential of this artist. With whatever he has planned for 2019, his halo as Louisiana’s golden child will glow even brighter than before.

"Doctor" by First Class Rossy

https://www.iheart.com/artist/rossy-first-class-rossy-32550114

YouTube Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iA6KiWK6D24

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