A song that blends disco, funk (specifically tasty basslines) and hip-hop, James Gardin’s “You Got It” is a tribute to those who strive to win and look good doing it.
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Alex Oliva Channels Frank Ocean on “sands”
There’s flattery here, but it’s the truly sincere form of it–the form that makes you take note of a great (Frank Ocean) while also checking out a potential future great (singer/songwriter Alex Oliva).
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Muri Crafts a Story of Finding Oneself on “Afternoon”
In the case of Philippines-born, London-residing Muri, she left her home to begin her music career proper in Europe. In doing so, she gains success but also has to reconcile the fact that she also left another life behind. How does she do so? Read to find out.
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iamchelseaiam is “Sleeping With The Enemy”
Love can sometimes suck. But that’s not why iamchelseaiam is sleeping with the enemy on this song. Instead, she uses the “I just broke up with an ex” trope as a musical proxy. It’s used to represent her mental health journey (specifically her path to managing her anxiety).
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deathbypeanuts and Noraa Pay Homage to Berlin on “Ask Me Tomorrow”
Right off the bat with “AMT,” we get a nice surprise. We get neo-soul and hip-hop sounds usually seen from artists like Noname, Jill Scott and others.
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Annelise Channels ’90s RnB for Anthemic “Rearrangement”
“Rearrangement” mixes Aaliyah’s smooth vocals, Jhene Aiko’s affirmations, and Beyonce’s confidence.
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