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Theo Tams Unveils ‘Uncovered: Volume I’ EP Featuring Understated, Romantic Cover of “Cowboy Take Me Away”

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Theo Tams Unveils ‘Uncovered: Volume I’ EP Featuring Understated, Romantic Cover of “Cowboy Take Me Away”

Toronto’s Theo Tams is sharing Uncovered: Volume I, a new EP in his Trilogies series which finds the artist experimenting with new, original renditions of classic pop songs.

Uncovered: Volume I features Tams’ cover of The Chicks’ “Cowboy Take Me Away,” an atmospheric piano and vocal-led rendition which centres on the emotive story at the heart of this song.

“I was in the process of trying to find music for my upcoming wedding in the summer and I realized just how little music there is out there that is specifically for the 2SLGBTQ community,” explains Tams.

Tams’ queer take on this iconic country song was recorded during a period where he received a wave of homophobic hatred on TikTok, all stemming from a video which Tams had posted of him and his fiancé simply listening to music together.

“So often, the gay community is pushed to the fringe and our relationships are viewed as ‘different’ or ‘less than.’ I’m really proud to be able to release [this cover] as a gay man, and one who is planning to get married. This entire release [pushes the] message that love is love, and love will always win. It will always shine brighter than the darkness of hate and ignorance.”

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Rebellious Anthem from Canadian Pop Powerhouse Xana “Bad Bandit”

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Rebellious Anthem from Canadian Pop Powerhouse Xana “Bad Bandit”

Emerging from Vancouver Island, Canada, Xana is an emerging pop powerhouse. Her command of pop music keeps her songwriting enthralling, as her blissful vocals glide across the most intimate storytelling and worldbuilding. It’s her intoxicating vibrance that sets Xana apart, as she encompasses themes of LGBTQ romance, female empowerment, sex positivity, self-reflection, and discovery across her flourishing repertoire.

Following the success of her debut album, Xana is back with her new single “Bad Bandit”. Since connecting with producers Liam Moes and Shane Stephenson at the beginning of 2020, her musical endeavours have taken off. Finding inspiration in various different styles of music, Xana’s experimentalism thrives, as she dips her toes into whatever she’s connecting with at that moment. Finding familial comfort in her love for country music, “Bad Bandit” encapsulates Xana’s love for all things western, as she conjured up a host of intriguing characters and chronicles alike. She explains, “One of the first things I wrote was the first verse “Like Clyde and Bonnie, I want you on my body, bandits who aren’t sorry, a money hungry party” and that’s what sent us down this old western character pop-rock rabbit-hole. It was a song we got to have a lot of fun making.” 

Paying close attention to the enthralling soundscapes and ambience of older western movies, Xana turns cinematics into soundscapes in her truly unparalleled way. “Bad Bandit” soars with roaring rhythms, a pounding bassline and Xana’s truly echoic vocal energy, enveloping into a rebellious anthem that amounts to the perfect level of sass and success. 

Hoping to make people feel more connected to their emotions, Xana encourages her fanbase to embrace their truly authentic selves. She confides, “It’s so beautiful to see them fiercely be themselves and form friendships and relationships with each other. Music that brings people together is the most successful, and I’m so grateful to share this space with them.”

Garnering humbling support from several Spotify editorial playlists like New Music Friday Canada, The Locker, Fresh Finds Pop, Ready to Rock and Limelight to name a few, her music video for “Kitchen Light” has surpassed one million views on Youtube. With streams surpassing 20 million on Spotify alone, Xana continues to be a trailblazer of her time.

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GANZ Released His Latest EP

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GANZ Released His Latest EP

GANZ, A.K.A Jordy Saämena is an Amsterdam-based producer/DJ extraordinaire who developed his masterful blend of hip-hop and electronica from a young age. Over time, GANZ’s sound has evolved, seeing him explore new territories and experiment with indie, pop and avant-garde music.

His new four-track EP, I’m Glad I Found U Pt.1, is the result of GANZ delving into lost projects and realising that some of them deserved to be finished. With a plethora of songs to work with, the artist spent months reworking tracks, sharing “This was one of the most fun projects I’ve been working on the last years and gave me so many vibes I decided to make a series of EP’s like this. That’s why this one is called Pt.1.” The EP is built around pounding electronic beats with a glimpse of hip hop and elements of earlier UK/Glasgow sounds, beats and vibes.

Intro track “Shelter” featuring vocals by Ebony Morrison/Chase Zara, from Australia, sets the tone for the entirety of the EP. Radiating a kaleidoscope of bright synths, the ethereal track builds into a soaring, euphonic atmosphere. “Paper Pane Borders” was originally written back in 2017 and is the anthem of this EP. A fast-paced, energetic tune which is certain to lift the mood at any party.

I’m Glad I Found U Pt.1, is the beginning of a new chapter for GANZ. He confides, “New year, new vibes and I’m ready to start again with a clean sheet. The EP carries so many big emotions, so it’s definitely one to play when getting in the party mood.”

Encouraging others to do whatever feels good and to not get too influenced by the world or compare your art to others, GANZ expresses, “No one is better or worse. We’re all here to share our art and if you put some emotion into your work, nobody can say that it’s bad. It’s just their taste.” With over 200,000 monthly listeners, his synth-focused productions and remixes helped usher in a new era of electronic music. With streaming numbers in the millions, we’re set to see huge things from GANZ and future collaborative opportunities in the coming months.

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Out Today Lot D Finds Comfort in Discomfort on New EP ‘Midtown at Midnight’

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Out Today Lot D Finds Comfort in Discomfort on New EP ‘Midtown at Midnight’

Lot D is an electronic producer and DJ who primarily focuses on house music production or instrumentals for other artists. Now, he unveils his own EP, Midtown at Midnight. Stream here. He felt inspired by his recent move to Toronto; the new experiences that were juxtaposed by a pandemic. Contrast is the underlying theme of the project, like finding warmth in the cold.

The dark and melancholic track “Midtown Tempo” elicits that feeling of finding comfort in discomfort. It essentially started with field recordings in varying environments, capturing the sounds of the subway and ambient city, coffee shop noise and random conversations. You’ll hear a heavy nod to the complexity and rule breaking of jazz but also the subtle simplicity of early Chicago House, all under a lo-fi veil.

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Walk Like A Boss w/ REYA’s New Single “attention” !!

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Walk Like A Boss w/ REYA’s New Single “attention” !!
Reya is a London based dark pop artist whose music speaks from the depths of her heart.
With Chilean heritage, Reya is originally from Norway but grew up in Spain, resulting in her rich, multicultural upbringing being a key ingredient to her unique style and sound. Her roots play a huge role in her story, with the artist having recently rebranded after previously creating music under a different name.
Reya’s journey to where she is today has been a rollercoaster. Over the last year, the singer, songwriter and producer found herself in the midst of studying final bachelor year in Music production, releasing 6 singles, played on Norwegian national radio and BBC introducing, several shows in London – with the highlight of supporting the Norwegian treasure DAGNY at her London show, and her following show in Norway. Only to have the music taken down. As a result of all this, REYA without the AND returns.
 
Starting a new chapter under a new name, the artist is finally creating music that she has complete control over, with people that she loves. She explains, “My way of fighting back is fighting for myself. This new music is closer to what I would consider my roots, my influences and what I wish to speak out into the world. To me it represents power. The power to stand up for myself and what I feel is right. To stand against people, especially men, who choose to ruin careers whenever they feel threatened. ” The new sound is much more raw and real, expressing strength over oneself and being reminded of the fact that endings also simultaneously mean new beginnings.
 
The first single to be released is “attention” which narrates coming to terms with owning who you are and being unapologetically yourself. Identifying that sometimes who you are may make others uncomfortable, and that’s okay. Reya asks that instead of shrinking to fit in, stand out and do what you most desire. “attention” dares to overstep boundaries and speaks the truth, providing the perfect soundtrack for when you need to walk like a boss or when you need to tap into a confidence you may or may not always carry. 
 
The fiery new single oozes sass and an edge, as she brings different sounds and cultures together to create something entirely her own. Reminiscent of Billie Eilish, Charlie Puth and Rosalia, “attention” sees the artist connecting with her heritage more than ever before. Starting 2023 off with a bang, this new chapter for Reya is certain to be an explosive one.

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M. Byrd Releases Poignant New Song “Outside of Town”

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M. Byrd Releases Poignant New Song “Outside of Town”

German-based singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer M. Byrd releases his new track “Outside Of Town” today with Nettwerk. In his latest effort, M. Byrd finds hope even in stories of sadness. Inspired by a friend who was displaced due to war, “Outside of Town,” touches on the struggles of uncertainty and the pain of loss. M. Byrd juxtaposes this with messages of hope heard in the atmospheric guitars and his impassioned vocals yearning for a better future.

“I wrote ‘Outside Of Town’ a few days after meeting a friend who had to flee from a war with his daughter. It tells his story in a fictional city that is surrounded by desert and war, sustaining itself with big walls and what little water they have left.” M. Byrd adds, “every time I play the song, it reminds me of how I admire people who are fighting for a better life for themselves and their families. All of us could be in the situation of having to look past the borders of our homes, and every one of us should play a part in helping the people who are willing to go through so much suffering to provide a safer place for their family and children.”

“Outside Of Town” follows the release of M. Byrd’s previous singles “Seed,” “Flood” and “Over You / Over Me”, all off his debut full-length album The Seed out June 16th.German singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer M. Byrd unearths universality from intensely personal songwriting. In 2020, he turned heads with the single “Mountain”, followed by “Morning Sun”, gaining millions of streams and praise from Ones To Watch, Earmilk, Atwood, etc. At the end of 2020, he holed up in Detmold, Germany in a WWII-era British Corps squash hall rechristened as a studio with producer Eugen Koop to create The Seed. Leaving his mark on each level of the music, M. Byrd personally plays guitar, synthesizers and bass on the record. After generating 10 million-plus streams and acclaim from outlets worldwide, he continues to perfect his vision on his 2023 debut LP, The Seed [Nettwerk].

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Capo Corleone and Kuba Więcek When Hip-Hop meets Jazz!

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Capo Corleone and Kuba Więcek When Hip-Hop meets Jazz!

Capo Corleone is an international recording artist & music executive based out of Los Angeles, CA. He is the CEO of C2 Management and the founder and former CEO of Tree4ort Records. His music has graced many stages and television screens throughout his tours in Europe and the United States, earning the alternative Hip-Hop artist the global success he has received today.

His latest project is a collaboration with notable Polish jazz musician and global producer Kuba Więcek. Their 2022 singles “Fly”, “Brakes” and “Thank Myself” were released with international acclaim as “Corleone continues to shape the sound of the future” [Earmilk, 2022]. All three singles charted several times in the United States, Poland, and globally.

Now, they are unveiling their anticipated EP, Thank Myself, a combination of tracks that touch on everything that makes us human. From the difficulties, the pain, the rejection, the travel, the good feelings, and lastly and most importantly, the gratitude we all eventually face. This EP forces listeners to reflect on themselves, with Corleone opening up about his own, personal experiences.

The seven-track release is based on a new sound that’s authentic and original to both Corleone and Więcek’s influences in Hip-Hop and Jazz. This hybrid of genres is natural for a duo that is one part Sax one part Emcee. A sound that’s different from their peers.

Title-track “Thank Myself”, as well as the overall theme of the EP focuses on a central topic of self-gratitude for one’s own accomplishments, self-will, determination, and love for oneself. “I want to encourage people to thank themselves for their scars and to thank themselves for remaining strong despite the obstacles and naysayers. These are the things that make us the powerful human beings we are all capable of becoming” says Corleone.

Sky-rocketing to a charted position in the Apple iTunes Hip Hop Charts ahead of artists like Drake, Kanye and Eminem, Capo Corleone continues to garner huge success. He also wrote the walk-out song for World boxing champion Nina Meinke. He is frequently a guest on TMZ and was previously a radio host of The Fixxx on Dash Radio. Alongside Więcek, whose collaborations have seen huge success with Warner Music Poland, and most recently, the title of winner of the Fryderyk Awards – New Face of Fonography for Jazz, they collaborate with Zalia’s unparalleled pop successes to shape the sound of the future.

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Christee Palace Shared Her New Single “Love Me Better”

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Christee Palace Shared Her New Single “Love Me Better”

The indie pop artist Christee Palace released her latest single, Love Me Better on all streaming platforms.

Palace explained to her fans what is the song about;

“I was just getting out of a relationship and feeling incredibly vulnerable and sad, blaming myself for the outcome. I kept replaying a specific conversation I had with my ex in my head and told my co-writer and producer, Kayla Diamond, about it. We pulled lyrics straight from the conversation.

I became much healthier by finally focusing on myself. I noticed I started looking better; not in a vain way, but I was brighter and happier. I like to refer to it as the break-up glow-up. “Love Me Better” taught me that you truly do not need anybody to validate your self-worth. Love yourself enough first to understand what you deserve, and never allow anyone to make you feel less than. Take care of you first.”

I hope this becomes a source of strength for you too. Scream at the top of your lungs as you dance along.

Lowly recording artists K Theory team with Staarz on ground shaking Billie Eilish Remix

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Lowly recording artists K Theory team with Staarz on ground shaking Billie Eilish Remix

In continuation of their comeback campaign, glitch hop pioneers K Theory share their first original single of 2023, “Numb & Cold.” Following “The Medicine” with XO.ROWAN, the triple tag team unfolds a new dynamic in K Theory’s rejuvenated artistic vision based on healing and love. Sioux Falls-based midwest lyricist and artist Denham brings a powerful performance to a production cemented by cinematic soundscapes and bass stabs. Heavy-toned lyrics and vulnerability hold the spotlight as K Theory and collaborator Mr.Rayger dexterously weave between hopeful melodies and lethal mid-tempo.

Stream “Hostage” out now here.


Dylan Lewman and Dustin Musser together are K Theory (Berkeley, CA) back to bring their broken beats worldwide international, highlighted by an esteemed viral array of original and remix productions of all genres of dance, midtempo and trap music. Having introduced the world to the next chapter of K Theory, the duo are fresh off the heels of 2022 and primed with new material. “Numb & Cold” succeeds their first entry of the year, a wobble-centric remix of Stickybuds x K+Lab‘s funky party-smashing hit, “Feel The Weight,” that serves an exhilarating preview for what’s to come.

 

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Platys Yialos EP by Ali George

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Platys Yialos EP by Ali George

Platys Yialos is a three-track EP by British singer-songwriter and renowned fingerstyle guitarist Ali George. He had previously released some singles in the last year, some of which had aired on BBC Music and gained some praise. 

The first track gave the record its name, and it takes its name from a greek beach on the island of Serifos. The track has an unusual tuning, which makes it relate more to the name and location where it’s coming from. There’s a whole beautiful Mediterranean flavor to the track which I really adored. The minimalism of the instrumentation and mysteriousness of the lyrics make the track all the more magical and ethereal.

The second track, Meagre Heights, has more personal lyrics and a more apparent Country/Americana inspiration in its sound. The addition of more vocal layers greatly impacted the song’s emotional impact and made it a very strong and touching number, in my opinion. 

The third track, Another Girl, is sort of a companion piece to the title track, as it takes us back to the island and the mysterious love story that is being told here. I love how the piano added a rhythmic element that matches impeccably with soft airy vocals of Ali. You could be going through a bad day and feel instantly relieved by this beautiful and broken timbre of his voice.

All in all, this EP made me think Ali’s music and songwriting choices are somewhat similar to Cat Stevens and Mark Knopfler but the way he extends the strumming pattern all over the song and sings with nasality and breathiness also reminds me of Sting. There’s still a great deal of mystery and ambiguity in the lyrics, tuning, and guitar style though that makes this record a very unique journey, unlike anything I’ve ever heard. If you’re ever looking for a soft record with amazing ballads, then this is your go-to.

 

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