Today, New York’s socially conscious queer soul/pop hybrid badass Michael Blume drops the compelling video for his latest release “In Between” (out on S-Curve Records/BMG). Featuring the multi-hyphenated talent facing off against himself in a boxing ring, the video evolves into a beautifully choreographed metaphor for confronting and embracing inner conflict and reveling in the in-between spaces we all occupy. Watch the video for “In Between” HERE [via Billboard]. Stream “In Between” HERE. Michael has carved out his own special place in the current music world mixing his incredibly rich vocals with an urban vibe, spoken word, and lyrics that often times shine…
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Hamburg based alt-electronic / punk DJ / producers / musicians Shari Vari are poised to announce their debut album with the arrival of ‘NOW’ through cult label Malka Tuti this September. Drawing on a myriad of influences from performance art, techno, house, pop and jazz, they have crafted a complex, genre bending long player determined to surprise and entertain. LISTEN TO “DANCE ALONE” They say: “Time is ticking and the questions we have regarding time and action is the connecting element of the songs and tracks on the album. The material was recorded between 2016 and 2019, at various locations including…
Dublin-born bedroom-pop artist Sorcha Richardson has firmly established herself as a talent with her reverberating, heart-pouring vocals and sharply defined guitar work, to pop-minded songwriting with a purpose. Richardson’s multifaceted music and deeply relatable lyrics draws listeners in from all different avenues. Stream the new single “Honey” Today, the Irish singer/songwriter shares “Honey,” the second single off her debut album First Prize Bravery, out November 8th. The gentle, piano-driven tune follows her luminous, reverb-soaked single “Don’t Talk About It,” released earlier this summer. The emotional two-minute ballad is a sonic retreat from the previous buoyant offering. Richardson’s cherubic vocals, elegant piano playing, and pensive songwriting lead the way on…
Nilüfer Yanya has shared a video for her captivating new single “H34T RISES.” The video was shot in her father’s hometown of Istanbul by her sister Molly Daniel and features an entirely Turkish crew in the city that the two sisters have re-established a strong connection with in recent years. The original “Heat Rises” is featured on Nilüfer Yanya’s unanimously acclaimed debut album Miss Universe, which was released in March on ATO Records and earned praise from Pitchfork (Best New Music), NPR (Best Albums of 2019 (So Far)), Rolling Stone (Artist You Need To Know), and countless others. The newly reimagined track “H34T RISES” – which still…
Over the past two years Molina has put out three singles “Hey Kids,”“Mike” and “Venus,” establishing herself as an original voice in the alternative pop scene and garnering praise from Pitchfork Ryan Schreiber and Gorilla vs Bear, who highlighted “Venus” among their best tracks of 2019. LISTEN TO “PARÁSITO” On “Vanilla Shell,” Molina weaves layered vocals, strings, flute, and fretless bass into her synthetic universe characterized by inventive song structures, catchy melodies and brooding production. “Parásito” is a song about longing- about being so absorbed by love for another person that it feels impossible to get as close to that person as you want. It’s…