Friday 24 November 2017

NEW MUSIC: DANIELLE BELLAS (@Danielle_Bellas) - Starship

DANIELLE BELLAS
STARSHIP



Just dropped is 'Starship' the new single from DANIELLE BELLAS 

It's the first track to be taken from the South East London born R&B singer's debut album which drops in 2018.

Co-written and produced by UK-based production duo Jud Mahoney and Natalie DeLucia, who have worked with the likes of Michael Jackson, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Brandy and Britney Spears. The track takes it's sample hook from the rare groove classic of the same name by jazz funk legend NORMAN CONNERS (which was also revived in 2001 by the DAZZ BAND and has become an underground R&B classic)

The sound offers a slick pop production featuring big hook-laden choruses and smooth lead vocals, influenced by some of her inspirations from the late 90’s, R&B greats such as Janet Jackson, Aaliyah and Ashanti. The single also boasts an official music video (coming soon), plus a remix from famous Asian music producer, Rishi Rich (Jay Sean, Juggy D)

Although this is her debut release, DANIELLE was filling notepads full of lyrics from a young age and recorded her first single at 16. However, growing up in a home that encouraged education and a steady career over musical creativity meant her musical dreams remained at the sidelines. Whilst recording and performing music in UK girl group Urban Lady, the singer was also studying at University. 

In 2013 she decided to up sticks and move to Sydney to try out the Aussie lifestyle, although she often travels back and forth between countries. 2016 saw Bellas quit her corporate life to finally concentrate on music and she started recording solo material, with a plan of action to pursue music in the biggest way possible.

Danielle will be releasing 3 singles over the next few months and plans to travel to the UK and US for live shows to support the release of her album in 2018. 




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Wednesday 22 November 2017

New Music: BOTA (@bota_music) - Special

BOTA 
Special

Out now is 'Special' the new single from rising pop princess BOTA who is aiming to become the first true International star from Kazakhstan (no, Borat does not count) 

Starting out as a classical pianist in her home country she moved to London to pursue her dreams and graduated with a Master's degree in music business from the London College of Music.

She has been working on developing her own sound ever since. Alongside her music career, BOTA also takes part in the various creative projects. Her unique Asian look does not go unnoticed. Recently, she has caught attention from the world-famous music band Gorillaz, who featured her as a 'Geisha character' in their latest music video 'Strobelite'.

'Special' is a big old slice of feel good pop with BOTA's unique vocal style (which has been compared to superstar contemporaries such as KYLIE & BRITNEY) underpinning it throughout. From the thumping dynamic piano intro you know she means business and the funky horns (giving a nod to Beyonce's Crazy In Love) with have you hooked. It really IS something 'Special'

Have a listen here 


For links to 'Special' across all platforms click here




Friday 10 November 2017

NEW MUSIC: SASHA BROWN (@TheSashaBrown) - Model Behaviour

SASHA BROWN

Model Behaviour


‘Model Behaviour’  is the second single from Singer/Songwriter/Saxophonist and Radio DJ, SASHA BROWN.


The track follows on from the success of her debut single, ‘Parallel’, which we featured here and was supported by KissCapital Xtra1883 Magazine, Celebmix and Topshop

‘Model Behaviour’  is written by SASHA herself along with Jason Elliot and Ellie Goulding-collaborator, Joe Kearns and is an out and out pop bop

In recent months, the true up-and-comer has been playing shows across London and the UK. Performing at famous venues and events including The Roundhouse, Groucho Club and Secret Garden Party.

Sasha is also a prominent figure in the DJ scene, uniquely playing sax whilst DJing (which she did at the single's launch party last week) and has played at events such as London Fashion Week, World Record Store Day and Somerset House.

Check out the single here

Tuesday 7 November 2017

NEW MUSIC: AJIA (@ajiamusic) - Real Love

AJIA

 Real Love 


New name AJIA has just released her new single and brought us some 90's vibes with 'Real Love'

The track is the lead from her debut EP ‘Visions’ due later this year.

21 year old Ajia was born and bred in south east London by Sierra Leonean parents who was musically raised on a mix of singing in church choirs and listened to classic Motown.

It quickly became obvious that AJIA had a real talent for songwriting and singing and shortly after she started busking and entering open-mic events around London instead. In 2016 she was discovered by independent label BGM Entertainment, and started working on her debut EP.  

Her sound is a mix of classic & neo soul with a hint of R&B and has been compared to newcomers like RAY BLKNAO with a nod to legends and inspirations such as Erykah Badu and Jill Scott


Take a listen here


NEW MUSIC: RIVITA (@rivitamusic) - W.T.L.I.G. R.M.X. (While The Love is Gone)

RIVITA
W.T.L.I.G. R.M.X.



Rivita is a New York based artist, hailing from New Delhi and having spent years living in London

She has just released a brand new music video for her track W.T.L.I.G. R.M.X. the 2nd track to be revealed from her upcoming debut EP "Tribal Love"

Rivita is an award winning Electro Pop singer-songwriter, music composer, producer and film-maker. Her music flaunts her cultural background and love for traveling and portrays a musical array of signature sounds from the East. 

Watch the video here



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NEW MUSIC: CHARLOTTE BLACK (@charlotteblack) - All Over You

CHARLOTTE BLACK 
All Over You 




Charlotte Black recently released her new track ‘All Over You’

The 22 year old Edinburgh born now London based pop songstress has her sights set on Los Angeles. Her sound has been described as; “a union of exposed, from-the-heart lyrics told through a contemporary, sounds-like-summer production.”

‘All Over You’ is her second single, following her debut ‘SYCL’ (aka Someone You Couldn’t Love), and forms part of a bitter sweet trilogy of single releases documenting the ups and downs of finding love in 2017.


The stunning accompanying music video set in hazy, sun soaked LA shows Charlotte diving head first into a new relationship. “I wanted to capture a dreamy yet fasted paced video that represents exciting and fresh summer love. I’m a huge sun baby myself, so filming out there was a dream come true.''

Charlotte will be travelling once again to LA this month where she has a busy schedule of writing and collaborating sessions with other artists and producers.

Check out the video here


NEW MUSIC: TA’SHAN (@TaShanMusic) feat TE DNESS (@TE_dness) - LITTY LITTY

TA’SHAN 

FT. TE DNESS

LITTY LITTY 





'Litty Litty' is the latest single from Swiss-Indian singer, Ta’Shan



Coming hot on the heels of previous single ‘High’, the new track features 'Saucy' West London rapper TE dness


 'Litty Litty'  was recently premiered by Mistajam on 1Xtra and immediately added to the BBC Asian Network playlist. The song is another perfect example of her self coined genre, “RnTrap with a hint of India" 



Although a native to Switzerland and an advocate for her beloved Indian culture, her current home of London is clearly having a positive impact on her music as UK influences are clear on the record. The addition of TE dness added to the production wizardry from The Soundbrothers duo makes for the perfect balance of rich flavours and multi-cultural vibes.

Keeping it Litty, Ta’Shan and TE dness turn it up for this seriously dope offering and have an equally prodigious video coming soon, and if you can’t wait to see what’s in store, head over to Ta’Shan’s Instagram page now to catch some behind the scenes action.




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