Songs to add to your playlist for July

We are in the middle of summer and the music is oh so hot! This July there are a plethora of enjoyable musical releases ranging from pop, indie rock, funk, R&B, electronica and more. Check out the below exciting artists and add these gems to your favorite summer playlist now.

"Hola Mami" by bLAck pARty

Arkansas born and Los Angeles based DJ, producer, singer-songwriter and musician bLAck pARty has unleashed a new summer favorite! Called "Hola Mami" the summer-drenched breezy track is irresistible and seductive. bLAck pARty flirts with his object of affection as he sings to her in both Spanish and English,“Hola Mami! Ven aqui / Where you going? / Won’t you roll with me?” Lush acoustic guitars overlay tropical beats as BLAck pARty sings soulful words of devotion for an enticing listen.

bLAck pARty is currently on tour this summer with stops at Lollapalooza, Outside Lands and more! The artist is known for his thrilling mix of genres including R&B, indie pop, hip hop, funk and soul.

"Please Don't Feed The Lions" by NoMBe

LA based musical disruptor NoMBe has shared the final single "Please Don't Feed The Lions" off of his new album Diáspora. The dynamic artist fuses a myriad of genres including indie rock, disco, pop, R&B, psychedelia, funk, soul and more for an enthralling mix all his own. "Please Don't Feed The Lions" is about an escape from someone or something that hurts and brings pain. He sings, "Wake up, it's time to carry on / No time to grab the things you love / The days are hot, the road is long / This nasty dawn has just begun." The dark lyrics are juxtaposed with bright sonics including layered colorful melodies, upbeat disco beats and funky guitar riffs. NoMBe once again captures our hearts with his new music.

NoMBe's new album is a musical ode to African Diaspora, chronicling over six decades of Black musical excellence. Check out the new single now and add it to your summer playlist.

"Not Yet" by Messer

Messer is the solo project of Mitch Grassi, an acclaimed singer and three-time Grammy Award winner who is known for his time with the famous a cappella group Pentatonix. His latest musical envelopment is called "Not Yet". The track is an emotive masterpiece that fuses electronica with intimate, artful songwriting and irresistible pop melodies. "Not Yet" is a sonic mosaic of glitchy beats, synth flourishes, and Messer's expressive soul-baring vocals. The song captures the difficulties and emotional upheaval of separation in a new long-distance relationship.

"Not Yet" is off of his forthcoming and highly anticipated EP Cuts, out July 18th. With a knack for crafting mesmerzing dynamic sonic layering and storied songwriting, Messer is one to watch.

"Coming Back" by Gavrielle

Singer-songwriter, producer and musical enchanter Gavrielle has just released her new single "Coming Back". The over five minute sonic oasis features an enticing blend of organic instrumentation, nature sounds, funky bass and digital flourishes. Ukulele riffs glide atop bird chirps and eclectic beats. Gavrielle's vocals are ethereal, angelic and alluring. She tells her love "I keep coming back for you" as the intensity of the song builds culminating into the ultimate devotion.

Gavrielle is a rising talent who writes, produces and records all her own music. "Coming Back" follows her single "Petals" released in June. Take a listen to "Coming Back" now and get excited to hear what's next from this exciting new artist.

"Touchstone / Over The Moon" by Tone Ranger

Tone Ranger is an electronic music innovator and multi-instrumentalist whose latest release is the AB singles “Touchstone / Over the Moon". Taking influence from Utah's vast skies, the endless desert and the wonder that is found everywhere, the double single is irresistable, celestial and cinematic. "Touchstone" features vocals from Santa Fe based artist Melas Leukos as she sings echoing ethereal vocals filled with desire. Shimmery instrumentation, percussive beats and futuristic striking soundscapes all pair with breathtaking organic instrumentation for a sound unlike any other. Then there is "Over The Moon", a night-lit musical embrace filled with orchestral flourishes, mood-drenched guitars and warm vocals. Featuring vocals from Evelyn Drach and Gracey Crane, the song takes influence from a familiar children's rhyme, "Rabbit jumps over the moon/ Run rabbit run."

Tone Ranger takes the listener through a journey through sound and sky, creating lush sonic mirages with an otherworldly twist. Take a listen to the two songs now and get excited for his upcoming album Confluence.

"Till You're Somebody Else" by Leo Sawikin

New York City musical mastermind Leo Sawikin has just shared "Till You're Somebody Else", a special live recording at Gary's Electric Studio in Brooklyn. Engineered by Robbie Aceto, "Till You're Somebody Else" is an evocative indie rock meets indie pop standout. Sawikin's soaring vocals overlay jangly guitars and elevated synths for a captivating listen. The anthemic chorus details wanting to escape, transform and become someone else. He sings this all too relatable narrative, "Oh, this restless mind / How is it I′m stuck at this moment in time / Trapped inside myself." The single is shared alongside a live music video showcasing his powerful live performance.

Leo Sawikin began sharing his solo music in 2021 and quickly gained a fervent fan base around the world. He is also known as the former frontman of The Chordaes, an indie folk rock collective from New York. Watch "Till You're Somebody Else" now and get lost in the sound!