Author: Nich Davies
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Looms and Palettes: The Art of Nigerian Textiles and Visual Arts
Nigeria’s artistic landscape is a vibrant fusion of tradition and modernity, showcasing the timeless Adire fabrics and transformative visual art. As global interest peaks, Nigerian artists navigate challenges to preserve cultural authenticity.
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Viresha, mulahbae, LUNA, hyper_death & Dorbi new this week!
Viresha enters the electronic dance music scene with her mesmerizing debut “Flow of Life,” a seamless fusion of techno and melodic tech, celebrating life’s rhythms with soulful beats. A breast cancer survivor and author, Viresha uses her music to inspire and energize. Meanwhile, mulahbae from Beirut releases “TATTOOS,” a dark-pop exploration of past relationships, marking…
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Rob Eberle’s New Single “SIGNAL FADES” Ignites the Alt-Pop Scene
Rob Eberle’s new single, “SIGNAL FADES,” illuminates the alt-pop scene, capturing the anguish of long-distance love lost in static. Released on April 4th, the track blends gritty guitars and atmospheric synths, reminiscent of The 1975 and FINNEAS. With heartfelt lyrics and evocative melodies, Eberle offers a cinematic exploration of emotional disconnection. Collaborations with buppy. &…
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Derik LaRon, Toby TomTom, Revoh Wattz, XRick SaenzX & Jerome Pawl new this week!
Jerome Pawl’s “Drain The Swamp” EP is a vibrant mix of aggressive raps and melodic R&B, marking a transformative journey rooted in personal evolution. With influences from J Cole and Jay Z, this six-track release is an artistic showcase of shedding negativity through outstanding storytelling and wordplay. Meanwhile, Derik LaRon’s “No Grudges” seamlessly merges drill…
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XRL-7 Launches Commanding Single ‘Antipop Star’: A Sonic Rebellion
XRL-7 boldly combines pop-punk and synthwave with cybernetic skater rebellion in their latest single “Antipop Star,” featuring LA alt-rock band AL1CE. This collaboration produces an electrifying soundscape that challenges societal norms, layered with haunting synths and visceral guitar riffs. Released alongside a gripping episode of their web series, XRL-7 critiques celebrity culture through a dark…
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Maxwell Knowles Embarks on a Musical Odyssey with ‘Daydreaming In The Dark’
Maxwell Knowles’s debut album, ‘Daydreaming In The Dark,’ offers a mesmerizing journey through the avant-garde realm of dream pop. Released on April 25, this introspective exploration combines the vibrancy of Los Angeles and Austin’s musical roots, creating a sound that’s both innovative and steeped in tradition. Through tracks like “A Message In A Bottle” and…
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Micae, Tom Hancock, Maria Deirisarri, Matt Tarka & Ethan Loke new this week!
Micae’s “Blackberries” entices with its indie folk-pop charm, vividly painting love and memory through melancholic melodies. This Vancouver-based artist’s emotive vocals and introspective lyrics invite listeners into a sonic journey that melds the beauty of the past with artistry and depth. An essential listen for those drawn to evocative storytelling in music.
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Rebecca Anderson, LTB, elishathehomie, Aaron Goyco & Muhammad $mith new this week!
Rebecca Anderson takes listeners on a spiritual journey with “In the Beginning,” blending Contemporary R&B and gospel influences. Inspired by a divine creative process, her single transcends beyond mere melody, forming a heavenly testament to faith and eternal love. Dive into auditory tranquility and let Anderson’s ethereal vocals guide you to introspective peace.
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Swivvel, Plaster, Alan Lauris, Shape Of Water & Oaken Lee new this week!
Swivvel’s “Last Dance” captivates with its raw indie rock charm, blending urgent guitars and gripping vocals to evoke timeless introspection and nostalgia. The track’s vibrant energy previews their forthcoming EP, “In Between the Lossless Dreams,” promising a journey through unsaid emotions. As listeners dive into this sonic canvas, Swivvel’s artistry invites exploration of life’s unscripted…
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Stay For Tomorrow: Breaking Barriers with “In The Way”
Stay For Tomorrow makes a triumphant leap with “In The Way,” a spirited anthem that wields raw energy and unapologetic ambition. Reflecting their evolution since 2018, the track merges gritty alt-rock riffs with dynamic orchestration, urging listeners to join their resolute journey or step aside. Produced at Gracenote Studios, “In The Way” cements their status…
