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Music, Review

[Festival Review] Afro Nation: Broken Hearts, Heavy Showers, And Plenty Of Love

Afro Nation, the world’s biggest afrobeats festival, which spanned from March 24th  – 26th, took place in San Juan, Puerto Rico this year. The three-day experience was filled with beautiful people, pouring rain, all the right vices, and of course amazing music and talent. Every night was like a gigantic family reunion where a sea of melanin rejoiced over lyrics and ear delicious instrumentals.  Although … Continue reading [Festival Review] Afro Nation: Broken Hearts, Heavy Showers, And Plenty Of Love

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Let Me Put You On: Four Singles for the Soul

BenjiFlow & Oxlade: My Bella This tune is magic. It’s a love letter in every way. From the composition to the instrumentation, “My Bella” pulls on your heartstrings and encourages you to take your lover by the hand and sway away. You will be humming this single all day because its melody and rhythm are utterly irresistible. BenjiFlow sets the pace for this song, while … Continue reading Let Me Put You On: Four Singles for the Soul

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New Def Jam Signee Debbie Is The Next Best Thing

Recently signed to 0207 Def Jam, Debbie is a burgeoning talent with the voice of a star. By way of the U.K., she dropped two singles later in the year 2021 that are positively worth a listen. Her debut single “Is This Real Love?” is a true R&B experience that’s packaged in originality and graced with potent lyricism and storytelling. Her second single “Summer in … Continue reading New Def Jam Signee Debbie Is The Next Best Thing

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Let Me Put You On: Singles From North Carolina’s R&B Talent

Sonny Miles: Tre Hailing from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Sonny Miles gifts the world a soulful three-part single. From the harmonies to the detailed instrumentation, Tre is a work of art that every music enthusiast should be aware of. The first track, “Cuff,” is one that could be its own single due to the layered production and its both playful and meaningful composition revealing how everyone … Continue reading Let Me Put You On: Singles From North Carolina’s R&B Talent

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Let Me Put You On: Singles from Masego & Devin Morrison, Katlyn Nichol & More

Masego and Devin Morrison: Yamz This collaboration between two gifted R&B souls is a recipe for an earful of bliss. Released on November 19th, the single was well-timed for Thanksgiving given its focus on one of the holiday’s staple dishes. Its energy blesses you with an ‘80s sensation that takes you right to your grandma’s dinner table. Devin Morrison handles the first verse with swag … Continue reading Let Me Put You On: Singles from Masego & Devin Morrison, Katlyn Nichol & More

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Let Me Put You On: Recent Singles To Boost Your R&B Playlist

Nia Sultana: Ambience  Recently signed to Interscope Records, R&B artist Nia Sultana comes through with a fresh and seductive sound. This song exudes unapologetic sexual liberation and boss lady vibes. As a perfect mood setter for you and your significant other, Nia mesmerizes your ear with a soft tone and bold composition. Alongside her single, she released her first music video, which features another new … Continue reading Let Me Put You On: Recent Singles To Boost Your R&B Playlist

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TRANSCENDENT: Julien Chang Brings Dynamic Talent to Support TWOCC

Born and raised in Baltimore, Julien Chang is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer whose music holds incredible integrity and exceptional musicality. Gaining recognition from major publications such as Pitchfork and Billboard, his debut album, “Jules” (2019), is a certified classic in the burgeoning artist’s evergrowing catalog. In high school, he was known for playing the trombone and making beats for local rap artists, but in … Continue reading TRANSCENDENT: Julien Chang Brings Dynamic Talent to Support TWOCC

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4 Short Albums/EPs Perfect for Your Library

Emmavie ~ What’s a Diamond To a Baby Producer, songwriter, and singer, Emmavie, delivers a sensual and riveting body of work on her latest EP. From top to bottom, each track displays an originality that is so bold and refreshing it has the listener questioning “what’s next?” The production of this album meshes perfectly with mazes of contemporary sounds, each note wrapped in a blanket … Continue reading 4 Short Albums/EPs Perfect for Your Library

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