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Never Lie by Jody Vukas

Nadine Elwan
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Never Lie by Jody Vukas

Artist and DJ Jody Vukas based in California, US, just released an explosive house/ techno blend called ‘Never Lie’, on the 1st of March. Expect a lot of teasing, and slow-burn music in those six minutes. Vukas is a longtimer in the techno field with a record label called the distant drum. He has a reputable reputation in the clubland, playing in clubs like Cro bar, Space Miami, and Level. He’s inspired by big people in this industry like David Herrero and Oscar L. 

The song holds a lot of anticipation and excitement with its slow and gradual introduction of sounds and instruments, it will make you go crazy, and that’s how you know that the song is going to be good. The pace is slow but the music is somehow intense and invigorating, with also keeping a chill effect and some low-key sexiness to it. The overall sound of the song is dynamic and it feels like a thrilling trip. The musical arrangement is rich, with lots of the house genre clapping and one steady drum all the way. You’ve got playful cymbals shaking up the beat, dark and sexy drops in music, electrifying sound effects, and distorted female vocals. The artist is always teasing you on the beat. There is also a wide range of electronic percussion on the same wavelength in the music and is ever-changing with each segment in the music. The transitions are easy and very different, which makes you want to keep dancing and moving around. The song is great for movement. 

 

 


PART2 by Jean~Baptiste

Nadine Elwan
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PART2 by Jean~Baptiste

Hip Hop artist Jean Baptiste released a hyped-up and confident rap song from Saint Petersburg on the 24th of February, and it’s guaranteed you will have a good head bobbing and feet tapping with this rigorous energy coming from Jean. The song is called “Part 2”. His first release was in 2020c and Jean is inspired by artists like Kanye West, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar. Jean was known for his freestyle and songwriting abilities among his many circles of friends, and only at his darkest moment did he decide to have the guts to embrace music after all this time as something he wanted to truly do. 

The song is a slow-paced one but with jeans, fire beats the energy up in the sky. The reason Jean created this song is to express his feelings about struggling to find his identity, which is a big process in life that isn’t that easy. You can really feel the heat and passion in Jean’s raps. The overall sound of the song is smooth and contagious with ultra confidence. The musical arrangement is simple yet effective in showing Jean’s lyrical and performance skills. The soundscape is a chill hip hop bear suitable for bar spitting, starting with a muffled voice record, some subtle saxophone sound effects, a hard bassline, and some humming at the back of the song. The vibe is a bold and in-your-face kind of mood. Of course, Jean’s flow is really good and with some really cool rhymes and punchlines. Add this song to your most recent playlist for extra spice!



EP: SORRY IN ADVANCE by Jden Ray

Nadine Elwan
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EP: SORRY IN ADVANCE by Jden Ray

Artist Jden Ray based in Tacoma, US released a rocking R&B EP that is an emotional vesicle into the ocean of relationships, love, and misfortunes. Relatable and completely coherent with his concept, this album will be your personal journey through some really great music. Dropped on the 21st of February, the EP is called ‘ Sorry in advance’. Ray started his musical journal at the age of 12 years, playing guitar. His influences include artists like Drake, Lauren Hill, and Bob Marley. This EP was recorded in his living room in Seattle. 

Sorry in advance is like a big diary of personal reflections of Ray’s teenage love adventures, and how a person is usually sucked into the victim mentality at some point and wouldn’t accept blame for mistakes with lovers, and the healing or light at the end of the tunnel of acceptance. The concept is great and puts together the songs and even the song names very creatively. For instance, one of his songs is named after his ex-girlfriend’s apartment number. What’s ultimately great about this EP is that it takes you into the stages of the self through these relationships that are inevitable. You first are full of wrongdoings and toxicity, then you experience toxicity from others as you try to wriggle your way out of the darkness, and finally how you can see the light and accept your mistakes and past self, moving on to a better version of yourself. 

First of all, it has to be said that the production of this EP is very high in quality. Every sound and rhythm just hits your soul like a giant wave. The overall sound of the EP is romantic, sensual, raw, and totally real. The honesty and vulnerability of Ray in his lyrics and the slow-paced, moody, and atmospheric R&B sound of the music will suck you into your own romance stories through his. The musical arrangement is dynamic and smooth. The melodies are sweet and romantic. The music feels so coherent in sound and content. The soundscapes are mostly slow R&B, with a backing sound of revered music and sounds. There is an ethereal, wavy, and warm feeling coming out of the music. The drums are minimal and soft, there is a magical xylophone and clapping sound effects and muffled acoustic guitar. There is a theme of muffled sound throughout the EP. There are occasional hard bass lines,  subtle piano effects, and humming tunes. You just can’t miss out on this amazing EP.

 



Sober by Alex Kate

Nadine Elwan
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Sober by Alex Kate

Artist and songwriter Alex Kate based in Norwich, UK, released a beautiful and captivating synth-pop song called ‘Sober’, an extract from a real-life situation that will grab your attention as soon as you hear it. Skillful in storytelling and manifesting her experience through musical energy, Alex really hits that sweet spot in your heart with this song. Kate released this song on the 24th of February, after the high success of her EP “Rebel for love”.

Inspired by an incident during a weekend in some wine farms, Alex is describing what it’s like to want to get closer to somebody you like while you’re drunk. She knows that such incidents don’t last long, and writes about this special circumstance with passion and much realness. The overall sound of the song is like a heavenly pop vibe with lots of pop positivity and a call for an open heart. The musical arrangement is rich with synth sound effects, and a pop soundscape that makes this song easily a radio hit. You’ve got a piano and church bell sound effect mixed into one for the intense melody, subtle electric guitar groove, magical sound effects that make you feel like you’re spiraling, and a hard, one-strike drum. The song is relatively medium-paced and lets you soak in the imagery of the lyrics and vibe. Kate’s vocals are strong, and passionate and can go to very high levels in pitch easily. Add this song to your playlist for a fun pop ride.

Nervous by MARQelectronica

Nadine Elwan
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Nervous by MARQelectronica

And instant hook, you are warned. Marq Eleyronica based in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, is going to release a sensational and intense taste of dance music in a track called ‘Nervous’, a storyline that will sweep your ears and heart into an ultimate mood of open and emotional expression of the body and the mind. Marq already established a great 200K streams on Spotify in such a short time since he started his musical career during the Covid lockdown. We’re so used to the monotone, repetitive dance music of today that seems to be made with little effort, something Marq is defying with his amazing ear and skill set. 

An after-midnight treat to the soul, it’s best to imagine a scene with warm neon lights in a small, dark club in a big city, with nothing but the fire between you and your lover. Nervous is a flavorful sonic collage of robotic and melodic, and a hint of orchestral sounds that is the usual from Marq. It talks about the feelings you get when you’re intrigued and also feeling anxious about your lover. The overall sound of the song is sensual, chill, and drenched in passion. The soundscape is a slow dance track that has a wide range of elements that give lots of life to the track and an undeniably unique set of genres considering that it is an electronica genre. The musical arrangement is rich, dynamic, and well-rounded really. You’ve got a light acoustic guitar making up much of the beautiful and very luscious melody, with subtle drums that move the beat, and a striking, moving violin that surprises you in the track that gives the song a push of sophistication, drama, and flair. There are also robotic, scratchy sound effects that sound funny against the smooth and sexy vibe of the song, and some shaking sound effects. The vocals are really passionate and out there, just effortless emotion. This song is one for the replay button.



Porchlight by Chris Caulfield

Youssef Harraz
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Porchlight by Chris Caulfield

Chris Caulfield, a talented solo artist hailing from Toronto, Canada, is set to start the year off with a bang by releasing his latest single “Porchlight” on March 3rd. As an artist, Chris has garnered over 500k streams and 7k monthly listeners on Spotify.

Chris has been developing his craft since his teenage years by joining various bands in his hometown, giving him the experience and confidence to launch his solo project in 2021. What sets Chris apart from other artists is his introspective lyrics and his ability to blend various rock subgenres with pop and hip-hop, creating a sound that is distinctively his own.

“Porchlight” is a catchy alternative pop-rock song that features a blend of hip-hop influences. According to Chris, the song is about finding your way back to someone, even after drifting apart or facing tough times. The track features a melodic guitar riff, a groovy and dynamic drum line, and ambient instruments and backing vocals that add depth to the song’s overall atmosphere.

Chris’s expressive voice is showcased throughout the song, as he seamlessly transitions from a warm and low tone in the verses to a high and energetic tone in the choruses. The result is a dynamic and emotionally-charged track that is sure to captivate listeners.

“Porchlight” is a must-listen for fans of alternative pop, rock, and hip-hop. With its unique blend of genres and heartfelt lyrics, it is a testament to Chris’s talent.

 

Sour Grapes by Maya Yenn

Moataz Gwaily
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Sour Grapes by Maya Yenn

Maya Yenn is unquestionably making noticeable ripples in the music industry. This new London-based artist has already amassed tens of thousands of Spotify streams, recorded BBC live sessions, and had a music video winning several awards in film festivals, so I was not surprised when I found out that her latest single is an expertly crafted piece of electronic pop with an attitude and a character that makes it hard to forget.

Sour Grapes is a sublimely produced, short banger. Clocking at a little less than 3 minutes long, this cut is shockingly full of nuanced detailings that it’d probably take a dozen listens or so to fully get the whole picture. With that being said, the song is not at all a hard-to-grasp mess. Quite the opposite, Sour Grapes’s strength is in its immediacy. With solid, hard-hitting beats, dramatic chord progressions full of grandeur and character, and of course Maya Yenn’s memorable vocal delivery, effortless and smooth, and her lyrics, endlessly relatable. The bass guitar in particular, is the secret weapon to Sour Grapes’s unerring drive and groove. A synthetic sub-bass, the line is dynamic and twisty, providing way more than it cares to loudly announce.

Sour Grapes is another winner in Maya Yenn’s ever-growing catalog of winning tracks. A mature and fun offering about the many humdrum pains and disappointments that come with adulthood, Sour Grapes is sure to last with listeners for way longer than its runtime.

Second Phase by Perttu Leinonen

Moataz Gwaily
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Second Phase by Perttu Leinonen

A brand new release from a Finnish veteran of abstract drone and ambient electronic music that sees gentle layering of hazes and clouds hover above poignant poetry, narrating a dystopian tale of the cosmos.

Perttu Leinonen, a native of Mäntsälä, has been an active participant in his regional electronic music circles for more than 3 decades, putting an album after the other of consistently experimental, honest, and left-field music. His latest release is Second Phase, a collection of electronic poetry pieces that lean more heavily on the poetry side of the scale, with each of the pieces featuring primarily a piece of touching poetry that deals with topics of life, growth, healing, and hope. Written by collaborators such as Llana Aryas and Wise Observer, with additional poetry from longtime friend Jarkko Sairanen. The lyrical pieces are set on top of vast, cosmic drones. While the pieces are mostly devoid of conventional melody or harmony, this does not stop them from being poignant and introspective in their own way, often sounding eerie and alien, inducing a menacing sense of agoraphobia, and often more sounding hypnotic and engulfing, a note that owes thanks to the fantastic production on this release, which sounds crisp and cohesive with all its rich layers of droning, which never once sound clunky or unfit.

Perttu Leinonen is an album of gorgeous, hypnotic music that’s rich, confrontational, thought-provoking, and definitely not for everyone. But if you’re one of the few who can truly grasp the value of this release, then you’re in for a healthy trip of wellness, and musical puzzlement.

Speed Limit by Carson Ferris

Moataz Gwaily
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Speed Limit by Carson Ferris

The talented Carson Ferris, at just 12 years of age, continues to release beautiful, bombastic, accessible, and neat-sounding pop jems, with his second single of his so-far-busy 2023, a song titled speed limit.

A native of Provo, Utah, Carson Ferris is confidently and strongly launching a solid career in music, launching single after single of lovingly crafted pop. his latest single is an extravagant piece of anthemic pop rock. With personal lyrics about what one should be willing to give up in their chase for their dreams. The songwriting is emotive and accessible, and the production is crisp and punchy, but perhaps what’s most notable is Ferris’s soaring highs in the chorus, which are equally impressive and compelling. The dramatic drums are the touch that gives this song its operatic and dramatic lustre, sounding massive and full to the brim with an explosive personality.

Carson Ferris continues on his upward spiral into stardom. With a voice and the sensibility of a budding rock star, Carson’s singles are fun and provocative pieces of delicious pop that ought to bring a smile to your day.

Don’t Wanna See You Leave by Nekter Gun

Nadine Elwan
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Don’t Wanna See You Leave by Nekter Gun

Artist Nekter Gun based in Asbury Park, US, released a nostalgic EDM/dance track that is going to fill you up with lots of energy and drama. This isn’t your typical love song, you’re going to be spiraling in a big emotional hurricane whilst vining to a relatively happy beat. The song dropped on the 24th of February, called ‘ Don’t want to see you leave’. Gun is a multi-instrumentalist who has had a long journey in his music career, first being in a band and then becoming a solo artist, releasing his first album in 2020. Some of his influences in the EDM genre include Skrillex, Deadmau5, and Calvin Harris.

As soon as you listen to the song you will be transported into the early 2010’s EDM and sometimes pop sound that is high in energy, fast, and rich with dynamics. This time in electronic music is characterized by loud and overwhelming mash-ups of sounds that are extremely intense and are distinct to this time period, bringing into pop music as well. The song talks about love with its confusion and disappointment. You can really feel the pain and realness in the music itself too other than the lyrics and vocals. It’s like the artist really wants a solution to the mess in all social aspects. The overall sound of the song is dramatic, dancey, and rich in sound. It’s a luscious space in this track you will never feel bored. The musical arrangement is hot, with a fast beat and a serious melody. You can feel like the song is speaking of something that is of life or death. There is intense piano, snares, and clapping regulating the pace, and a very good drop in the music is perfect for clubbing. The vocals are seriously strong and aching with passion. With a smooth vibe and collective feeling from the music, this song is an easily shareable track for everyone to participate in with their emotions altogether. 

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