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Chloe Lilac has returned with a fresh single, titled “Sawed Off Shotgun”. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Chloe embodies the raw energy and creative soul of the city’s urban landscape. Growing up in a household filled with the music of Frank Zappa, Talking Heads, and Bowie, Chloe’s musical upbringing was anything but conventional. Raised by an architect father and a journalist mother in what she describes as an “urban bohemia,” Chloe’s childhood was full of artistic expression and nonconformity.

Her latest song, “Sawed Off Shotgun”, is a reflection of her rebellious spirit and boundless, emotionally-charged sound. “Sawed Off Shotgun” is a testament to Chloe’s willingness to take risks and push the envelope in her music. The song’s powerful lyrics and lively, infectious melodies capture her riotous sound and fearless approach to songwriting. With each new release, she continues to prove that she is a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, and “Sawed Off Shotgun” is no exception.

Take a listen to “Sawed Off Shotgun” here now:

Watch the music video for “Sawed Off Shotgun” here, which further enhances the raw, vital sound of “Sawed Off Shotgun” with a captivating visual accompaniment.

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By Jacob Ezra

Chicago artist Semiratruth has shared a new full-length album, titled The Star of the Story. They preceded the release of this record with the excellent single “The Star”, which we featured in our ‘Top Picks of Spring’ editorial. With The Star of the Story, Semiratruth builds upon the crystalline, soulful sound of that single while also taking the LP to versatile sonic spaces, making for a mind-expanding listen.

The song title “Tinkering” from The Star of the Story helps define the record’s nature- as it feels like a whimsical, free-spirited experiment that has no bounds. The freeing feel of The Star of the Story, combined with Semiratruth’s penchant for organic sounds that feel both down-to-earth and surreal, give The Star of the Story its own character. The track-list is dynamic throughout, with glitchy tapestries of samples giving way to moments that “breathe” with sparse, psychedelic synth lines. A prime example is when “Run Across the Sky” and “Shadow Humpty”, with their intriguing usage of minimalism, bookend the rich, hypnotic grooves of “Humpty”. Elsewhere, the velvety, heartfelt sampling of “Solar Storm” and poignant, dream-like sound of “Nightmoods” make for highlights, demonstrating Semiratruth’s versatility on The Star of the Story.

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New Jersey artist Wiseboy Jeremy has dropped off a new EP called 635. This soulful 3-pack contains many of the hallmarks that have made Jeremy such an underground favorite. Poetic, vibrant lyricism with an eye for detail, emotive, affecting storytelling, and a range of warm, evocative instrumentals give 635 authentic character. Layered, textural instrumentals provide apt backdrops for Jeremy’s reflective lyrical style- as tracks like “Sixthirty Five” and “Joyful waters” conjure an immersive atmosphere for the listener. “Zion N Sacred Art” is a hypnotizing joint, with its weaving samples, grounded percussion, and potent lines, which combine to give the track an uplifting feel. Give Wiseboy Jeremy’s latest offering 635 a listen here now.

Houston artist Bowen Thi has shared a new song called “YOUstranger”. The graceful song enticingly blends atmospheric, wistful key riffs with a distorted bass-line and elegant vocals from Thi for a unique balancing act of contrasts. What shines through is Thi’s vocal performance, as his sleek, hypnotic melodies demonstrate an effortless and powerful range, while his songwriting is both heartfelt and catchy. Capped off by a cathartic, deeply personal hook, “YOUstranger” makes for an emotive, engaging new offering from Bowen Thi.

Montreal-based emcee cropscropscrops and producer stale brick have dropped off their new single “spentspentspent”, the third song from their forthcoming collaborative album. “spentspentspent” is a focused, hypnotic offering that pairs stale brick’s pensive, layered production style with crops’ detail-oriented lyricism and sturdy flows. crops drops off thought-provoking verses that delve into feelings of tiredness, weariness, and the nature of time atop ethereal keyboards and organic-sounding percussion. Continuing to build anticipation for their upcoming collaborative album, “spentspentspent” is another example of crops and stale brick staying true to their sound while experimenting within their lane. Give it a listen here now.

Foster has dropped off a new single, titled “rather be lonely”. Foster, a 26-year-old Nashville native, delved into music at the age of 14, drawing inspiration from the late Mac Miller. His style seamlessly blends singing and rapping with a lo-fi twist, coupled with heartfelt storytelling lyrics. After building an impressive catalogue of emotive, personal offerings, Foster continues his momentum with a heartfelt, infectious single in “rather be lonely”. Atop melancholic guitars, atmospheric backing vocals, and a sturdy, organic-sounding rhythm section, he flows smoothly with an emotionally-tinged delivery, as he discusses topics that cut through and impact the listener- such as isolation, heartbreak, and longing- giving “rather be lonely” a relatable universality. Listen to Foster’s latest single “rather be lonely” here now.

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North Carolina’s JUNE! and producer hyphin have both made numerous appearances on our platform, and their latest link up for “TASTELESS” feels effortless and organic. JUNE!’s husky, baritone delivery pairs nicely with hyphin’s soulful, relaxed riffs, as JUNE! manages to strike a balance between a calming delivery and rawness. Sonically, the track does well at juggling silky instrumentation, rich, relaxed grooves, and more gruff, yet also calming, verses from JUNE! Take a listen to these prolific artists’ latest collaboration “TASTELESS

By Jacob Ezra

Prolific artist Dupizz has shared a new album, titled DuBron James. Hot off the heels of engaging projects like IF I WAS with GRIMM Doza, as well as WISEMEN with Doza and JaeFrmJerz, Dupizz has been consistent in delivering versatile and infectious offerings. His latest, DuBron James, contains spacey, bouncy soundscapes and displays his natural penchant for charisma and humorous lines, with many moments that will have the listener re-winding. Throughout DuBron James, Dupizz laces his verses with some hilarious and clever quips that give the project added character, atop hypnotic production.

Vibrant production with an underlying sense of triumph characterizes DuBron James, as Dupizz starts the album off strongly with potent track “The Ticket”. “Domino” contrasts the opener with a darker, booming soundscape and cathartic feel, while “Sky Green” is an enticing, ethereal joint that showcases his versatility. “Better With It” is a mesmerizing closer with mind-bending samples and a confident flow that closes out the project in a memorable fashion.

Give DuBron James a listen now here.

Estiee returns to our pages with the release of his fresh single “Drive Slow”, a collaboration with Roman. Here, a beautifully lucid instrumental consisting of refreshing, melancholic guitars, emotive organs, and a laid-back drum line convey a sense of longing. Estiee delivers a heartfelt verse that leads into a smooth, smoky hook from Roman. The two contrast each-other while adding up to a cohesive whole, while “Drive Slow”’s potently emotional feel make it a standout. Listen to “Drive Slow” here.