“We don’t always want what is good for us. Sometimes, we willingly reach for poison especially when it comes to relationships. Sani Knight unfurls this brooding track about taking a dose of pain for the sake of our hearts. ‘Ivy’ is an emotive song of longing and pain and throwing caution to wind. ”
“Current “Talk To You Soon” is giving us R&B vibes to really set the mood for his emotions after a long-term relationship. Despite the things he loved about the relationship he also love his worth more than what the relationship was giving him. This track is a soulful production with an electronic infused melody that shows how men feel when relationships have ended. ”
“Kid Travis “Let Me In” gives a sentimental band sound. It’s about expressing emotions even when you don’t feel like smiling or letting someone in. The person who cares about you has hope that you will let them into your world.”
“A soulful track with Pop sensibilities that has hints of Amy Winehouse and a stronger connection to Elle King or ZZ Ward, ‘Happy For You’ is a tongue in cheek track about wishing the best for an ex. The musical equivalent of the South’s Bless Your Heart when someone does or says something stupid the track is biting in a wry way, and the video is a fun watch with the vintage clips setting up the emotion of the track quite well. ”
“To see so many different talented people and instruments come together to make one sound is amazing. Clinton Fearon “Trod On” will have you moving your hips to the beat whether you are starting your day or relaxing. He brings classic Reggae back with this track. ”
“Few artists can convey emotion and passion the way Paolo Nutini can. There is a timeless Rock sound, like you’d find from the Eagles or Tom Waits with a strong songwriters sensibilities driving and pushing the lyrical build.
Artistry is the word of the day as you can feel the emotion and talent combine to create a vibe that transcends time and genre. ”
“Hip Hop and Folk are not easily combined, but ‘Highways’ from Jessamyn Day certainly delivers elements of both genres. Leaning closer to Folk early on, the track settles into more of a Rock style reminiscent of Red Hot Chili Peppers deeper in. I was impressed by the ability of the arrangement to take subtle, yet varying turns and never feel like it was trying to do too much. A track that is finely crafted, and delivered with passionate talent.”
“How does the saying go? Always something, right. Kissie Lee latest release is all about the emotion stress of a relationship. She sings about putting your all into a relationship but having to deal with your partner doing some much extra shxt. No matter how much you love them and don’t want to give up they tend to not value that and be doing the most but still come back claiming they love you. ”
“When a relationship ends, we often tend to look inward and blame ourselves, unless of course you catch them cheating, but the fact is ... sometimes the other person is simply an asshole. This track realizes this and says ... ‘That’s Fine.’ be an asshole but I’m moving on.
Kevonna Rose understands the need to break clean and delivers a smooth soulful groove to moving forward with such knowledge that you can’t change the other person. This is both a break up song, and a slow jam that anyone who has recently gone through the end of a relationships will certainly relate to.”
“Moonchild and Lalah Hathaway bring us an easy synth groove collaboration in the single “Tell Him”. The vocals are soulful in speaking on love and emotions. The track is poetic and truly digs deep into the essence of soul.”
“Somewhere in the lyrics there is peace and truth. The River’s latest single “Hours” facing the reality of love, respect, and emotions. Over and acoustic melody the rain pours over the lyrical expressions of facing your feelings.”
“The KTNA delivers what is classified as a B.S ballad. The delivery is poetic and gives a neo soul vibe but in reality no one no longer wants to deal with anyone’s B.S. You emotionally feel the song as a peaceful anthem of meditation to get the courage to say f*ck it all.”
“Bianca Jade delivers her vocals in silky smooth confidence and while not many people ever get everything they want, Jade’s talent and delivery makes it easy to believe she will indeed get there because she truly is giving it “Everything I Got.’
The groove and build here are as mesmerizing as her vocal talent and this track is one that will make you feel empowered as well. ”
“A soft acoustical track of heartfelt vulnerability, ‘Doctor, My Eyes’ is not the track you might expect, but it is the track you need.
Khamari showcases his artistic talents in both the delivery and the writing of this emotionally laden single. This is a song you feel as much as hear, and it definitely conveys a mood of melancholy and hopeful observance than we have all felt from time to time.”
“Breeze Davinci rides a smooth flow and an addictive beat to bring out ‘Mind Games.’ The vocals lean on the production dynamics a bit too much at times, leaving me craving more emotional resonance, but the impact still comes through enough for me to engage and stay tethered to the build. The writing and groove are strong and the track is one I will certainly add to a few different playlists.”
“Love, Dean is the creative collaboration of a husband and wife duo, and the intimacy they bring to their sound is a big part of the engagement. ‘You Won’t Forget’ is meant to be a love letter to whoever takes the time to pause and listen to their words and music. The track is soulful and smooth and is as easy to move along with physically, as it is to emotionally connect to the lyrics.”
“FALANA established a nice groove on this track and one might say the ‘Energy’ is exactly right. Riding a tranquil but expressive beat and melody, FALANA layers on an emotive set of vocals that drips with a sultry invitation that is hard to resist.
This is Contemporary R&B with a vibe that simply wraps around the soul and pulls you along for the entire ride. ”
Merlaku Ra is a multi-talented artist, producer, songwriter, and rapper. Born in Atlanta, raised predominantly in South Carolina, now in Los Angeles. He has been singing his whole life as he was raised apart of a church choir. He wrote his first song at 13 years old. He has always explored his love for Hip-hop , Blues, Gospel & Trap given his deep southern roots.
“Do you believe in heaven? Delivered in a deep undertone Merlaku reveals to us the dynamics of his vocals in this poetic yet emotional track. “Heaven” is about going beyond the clouds and spiritual energy. ”
“This song is a whole vibe. From the visuals to the outfits and even the beat you can feel the love. S.O.’s new single “Kinda Of Love” off his latest EP Larry Ginni Crescent; shows two people spending time with one another while lyrically exemplifying what they mean to one another. ”
“This project has been something I’ve wanted to do for a while and the lockdown opened the door for that. I got to collaborate with two special Nigerian producers TBabz and SteveRawd, as well as my long-time collaborator GP. Not only am I a Nigerian but I am also a Christian and that comes out in this project. So ‘Larry Ginni Crescent’ can be described as deeply Christian and deeply Nigerian. From the songs about faith, to songs about love, everything connects to this one point – al that we do, all that we experience, can be used for our art. I hope it moves you”.”
“In the world of Mother Nature artist Gracie Ella is seen walking through a garden playing her guitar. Using her talents to express her feelings and how she was given butterflies. Despite her new attitude on love she makes it clear that just like the transformation of a butterfly feelings are transformed as well.”