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riela takes a soothing inward trip on new single "sola"

Fresh from the presumably alligator-infested melting pot of Miami, Florida, rising R&B singer riela has been causing ripples with her swampy brew of trap, saccharine R&B and reggaeton, coupled with…

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UK act Casper D Goat makes memorable debut with "Doing the Most"

South London newcomer Casper D Goat makes a genre-hopping debut with “Doing the Most,” an anthemic track taken from his new debut EP Heartbreak on the Dancefloor. Bringing together elements of…

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Miloe enlists Vagabon and Jamila Woods for his "Winona" remix

After introducing himself to the teeming masses last year with the dopamine factory known as “Winona”, Democratic of Congo-born and Minneapolis-raised artist Miloe has just released a remix of the…

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Desiire brings the heat with 'Motema'

Spring’s rays have shone a light on Desiire, who is following up on his last release, Starlight, with the infectious "Motema." A remake of a fan favourite, the afro-powered track sees…

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Tony Allen delivers powerful final statement with 'There Is No End'

One of the underrated markers of impactful artistry is the ability to evolve through the course of one’s career. For someone like Tony Allen, the legendary drummer known for pioneering…

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Yung6ix and 24hrs stay grinding "On a Daily 2.0." [Video]

Nigerian hip-hop act Yung6ix links up with Atlanta’s very own 24hrs for this punchy go-getter anthem titled "On a Daily 2.0." The song serves as his second single and music…

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Pete Josef returns with brilliant visuals for "Giants" [Video]

Those who have heard Pete Josef’s debut album Colour from 2015 are already aware of his huge talent and level of creativity. Having been on a bit of an hiatus…

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Chrystel brings the heat in her new “No Fi Waste” single

Chrystel is electric as she brings Afrobeats to the runaway in her new single “No Fi Waste”. It comes as her last installment before she gears up to drop her…

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DJ Spinall and Kranium team up for "Everytime" [Video]

Nigerian Afropop pioneer DJ Spinall unleashes the colorful visuals for his new single "Everytime." The Afropop/dancehall infused party record sees him working with dancehall singer Kranium who brings his contemporary…

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Necktr blasts off with dynamic new single "Grow"

Every so often we’re reminded of one of the largest sacrifices music fans have had to make during this pandemic, which is the loss of live shows. While nothing quite…

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TÖME teams up with Runtown for some island grooves on "Concentrate" [Video]

After marking her territory with the hustler anthem "Money" a few months ago, Canadian/Nigerian singer TÖME is back with a solid summer jam titled "Concentrate." TÖME delivers a mix of…

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Idris Lawal's "Fools" gets a revamp from Razaq El Toro

Afro-fusion singer Idris Lawal is preparing to drop his debut EP, Young, Black & Blue and in the interim, he teams up with fellow Toronton-based Nigerian producer Razaq El Toro…

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riela takes a soothing inward trip on new single "sola"

UK act Casper D Goat makes memorable debut with "Doing the Most"

Miloe enlists Vagabon and Jamila Woods for his "Winona" remix

Desiire brings the heat with 'Motema'

Tony Allen delivers powerful final statement with 'There Is No End'

Yung6ix and 24hrs stay grinding "On a Daily 2.0." [Video]

Pete Josef returns with brilliant visuals for "Giants" [Video]

Chrystel brings the heat in her new “No Fi Waste” single

DJ Spinall and Kranium team up for "Everytime" [Video]

Necktr blasts off with dynamic new single "Grow"

TÖME teams up with Runtown for some island grooves on "Concentrate" [Video]

Idris Lawal's "Fools" gets a revamp from Razaq El Toro

Dave Coresh returns with energizing single "PYMFB"

Tony Shhnow shares vivid visual for "Keep In Touch"

'Look At Me!' provides a nuanced look at the controversial life of XXXTentacion

Dezelle shares insightful "the woman you love when you leave"

Louisville's The Homies share refreshing visual for "Shake"

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