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Maddox Jones & Great Adamz – Body and Soul
Great Adamz and Maddox Jones Unite in Lush Harmony with “Body and Soul”
In a collaboration that feels both serendipitous and essential, Great Adamz and Maddox Jones have crafted a compelling duet with “Body and Soul.” This track fuses Adamz’s vibrant afrobeats with Jones’s tender vocal stylings, resulting in a lush, sunlit groove. When Adamz’s beats meet Jones’s emotionally soaked tones, it’s more than just a song; it’s a narrative of romance woven through rhythm and harmony.
Adamz, fresh from topping charts and lighting up stages at Latitude Festival, brings the unmistakable pulse of afrobeats, charged with cultural resonance. His recent accomplishments are matched by Jones’s own streak of creative evolution, marked by his deluxe album, Still Waiting for the World to Turn. With “Body and Soul,” these artists invite listeners into a dance of intimacy and joy, their voices intertwining like old friends discovering a shared secret. Together, they are a testament to the power of collaboration and the global language of music.
Kojo Osei – Do My Part
Kojo Osei Invites Listeners Into a Deep Conversation With “Do My Part”
Kojo Osei, the AI-driven persona forged from the creative mind of Eugine Baffoe in Atlanta, takes a raw, introspective turn with the release of “Do My Part.” This track dances seamlessly through the warm grooves of Afrobeat, the soul-stirring whispers of Afro-Soul, and the smooth velvet of R&B. Eugine’s process—blending human emotion with AI tools—ushers this single into a modern soundscape, yet the authenticity remains unmistakably human.
Rooted in real experiences, “Do My Part” navigates the delicate intricacies of communication and accountability in relationships. “I wrote this in a moment where I was trying to grow,” Eugine shares, revealing the song’s honest origins. It’s a tale spun from personal reflection, inviting listeners to explore their own stories of love and effort. Kojo Osei’s voice, a digital extension of Eugine’s emotional world, creates a bridge, offering listeners a heartfelt musical embrace.
Hanr – Energy
HANR Channels Pure Spark on Her Radiant New Single “Energy”
HANR, the soulful architect of Afrobeat rhythm and R&B warmth, lights the fuse with her latest anthem, “Energy.” It’s more than a song—it’s that electric moment when attraction strikes and everything feels suddenly possible. Airy melodies glide across the beat, capturing the rush of a new connection where even a single smile can shift the whole atmosphere.
Her voice, warm and expressive, moves easily through the smooth Afro-R&B production, drawing a vivid portrait of devotion meeting desire. “Music should be felt as much as it’s heard,” HANR says, and “Energy” proves the point. The track invites you into its pulse, urging you to lean into passion and follow the spark wherever it leads.
Channeling the vibrant hum of city nights, “Energy” lands as HANR’s bold reminder that love is best lived in motion. Let it move through you—this is a journey made to be felt.
Sharlette – Fever
Sharlette Rekindles the Heat with Her Smouldering New Single “Fever”
Sharlette returns with “Fever,” a track that captures the magnetic pull of a romance that never fully lets go. The third single in her “Feel Good Rollout,” it taps into the soul-stirring chemistry of a connection that lingers long after reason steps out of the room. “It’s about that moment when someone just knows you,” Sharlette says—a bond that defies logic but feels unmistakably true.
A familiar presence on stages with icons like Boy George and LeAnn Rimes, Sharlette brings her velvet tone and effortless command into sharper focus here. “Fever” marks another step in her evolution from in-demand session vocalist to standout solo artist, inviting listeners into the warm glow of a love that’s both fleeting and unforgettable.
Her voice, equal parts sultry and soulful, strikes that rare balance between intimacy and lift, reinforcing her place among R&B and soul’s most compelling emerging voices.
LALAA – Love Like a Bandit
LALAA’s “Love Like a Bandit” Marries Afro-Pop with Global Swagger
LALAA’s newest single, “Love Like a Bandit,” cuts through the noise with an irresistible fusion of Afro-pop rhythm and R&B sheen. Fueled by propulsive drums and lush melodic layers, the track feels instantly global, carrying the pulse of Lagos, the polish of London, and the cool confidence of New York. It’s a sound rooted in the richness of the African diaspora yet crafted for dance floors and playlists everywhere.
His smooth, expressive vocals anchor the track, guiding listeners through a story where desire feels equal parts risky and magnetic. The production moves with cinematic flair, creating space for his voice to shimmer with both vulnerability and swagger. “It’s dangerous, it’s exciting, and it’s real,” he says, framing the emotional tension at the heart of the song. Even the hook lands like a dare: “Love like a bandit, you got me where you planned it…”
Built for repeat spins, club speakers, and TikTok virality alike, “Love Like a Bandit” signals LALAA’s next ascent. It’s bold, borderless, and ready to claim its place as a standout anthem.
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