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By Jacob Ezra

Jay Nabi has dropped off a new single called “this one feel like luv”, produced by chiarelli!. I’ll Nevah Die member Jay Nabi has been making waves with his soulful, lo-fi-tinged sound, and his latest offering “this one feel like luv” continues to move his direction forward. Miraculously, this track was recorded on iPhone- but the quality sounds crisp and Nabi’s flow and delivery has a relaxed confidence that translates to an engaging listen. Backed by chiarelli!’s tapestry of rich soul samples and dusty drums, he floats atop the beat with a candid smoothness that attracts your ear from the get-go. Listen to Jay Nabi’s latest “this one feel like luv” here now.

Callum has dropped off a new project, titled You Know Who. Callum is a 17 year-old singer-songwriter from Ocean City, MD. With such a unique tone of voice, she swiftly travels through the world of sonics- all the while making her own rules. Born with synesthesia, she chooses simply to make music that looks and feels right to her. Callum blends her influences of indie pop, folk, jazz and R&B into an enticing, atmospheric sound, which she presents with focus on her engaging new project You Know Who.

Callum’s vivid, airy sound is introduced with opener “Told Ya (I Was A Fool)”, a poignant blend of alt-pop and jazz. Callum’s vocals soar with an effortless richness, while her songwriting remains dynamic and focused. “Champagne” brings in elements of alternative, with a punchy drum line and swelling, expansive guitars backing her bittersweet vocal tone. “That’s What You Get” finishes the project on a high note with silvery instrumentation and infectious grooves, bolstered by Callum’s emotive verses and memorable hook.

Listen to Callum’s new offering You Know Who here and further familiarize yourself with the rising Ocean City, MD artist.

Listen to You Know Who on Apple Music, TIDAL, and more HERE.

Baltimore emcee Ullnevano has shared a fresh song called “Amazing Hallelujah”, produced by Logic Marselis. This soulful, refreshing cut follows up projects like Ullnevano’s lyrically-focused album The Ghost of Reggie Lewis, as well as his recent single “November 23”. Atop graceful keys, hearty drums, and a rich bass line, Ullnevano weaves together effortlessly sleek lines with an ear for dynamic rhyme schemes. Putting his lyrical skill on the forefront, he captures the audience with lucid songwriting atop Logic Marselis’ dream-like, warm production. With a hypnotic, laid-back feel and an immersive quality to its sound, “Amazing Hallelujah” represents a potent release from Ullnevano and Logic Marselis. Give it a listen below now.

By Todd Anderson

Mannydior has dropped off a new video for his song “Wealth”. A refreshing, luxurious visual accompaniment for his hard-hitting, bass-heavy cut “Wealth”, the new video captures the audience’s attention immediately with its energizing feel. The infectious “Wealth”, centred around heavy 808s, crisp percussion, and rising, epic synths- makes for an apt backdrop for Mannydior, who spits a series of catchy, commanding verses that blend melodious inflections with a rawer delivery. The new video, directed and edited by Keaton Jones, captures Mannydior in his element with a series of clean, focused shots as dior captures the track’s themes with luxurious backdrops and a charismatic performance that keeps the listener’s attention throughout.

When asked about the inspiration behind “Wealth” and the new video, Manny dior says “‘Wealth’ was a track i recorded pretty quickly and didn’t really think much of until relistening a couple times, I freestyle that song over a beat produced my ‘Prod. Molly’. I really just wanted to record something upbeat and hype that supporters could bop their heads to”. He continues, “the video was supposed to be kind of a run and gun just all around fun video. Didn’t wanna over do it with a crazy video, because the song kinda speaks for its self”.

Watch Mannydior’s latest video for “Wealth” here and be sure to connect with him on more platforms.

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Connect with Mannydior: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | Soundcloud | Instagram

Sleep Sinatra has caught our attention recently with his EP CIDVISCIOUS, a 5-song offering containing a potent dose of raw, spacey abstract hip-hop. Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, Sinatra is a prolific artist but he is also involved in other entrepreneurial and creative endeavours as the founder of DREAMSCAPE Media Group and live art collective GOODGOSPEL. His latest offering is CIDVISCIOUS puts his focused delivery and vivid lyricism on display atop a set of darkly elegant beats, produced by HaNN_11, and featuring Sekwence and Midaz the Beast.

“BARBARIC”‘s grim, yet graceful feel opens the EP in a character-rich fashion, while introducing Sleep Sinatra’s lucid rhyming and confident delivery. Title track “CIDVISCIOUS” employs a lighter, airier soundscape from HaNN_11 with a jazz-laden beat featuring minimal percussion, while Sinatra keeps his lyricism evocatively deep and personal. “2nd Coming” hypnotic minimalism and powerful verses, paired with sharp social commentary, make it a highlight track from CIDVISCIOUS that leaves a memorable impression upon the listener.

For a hearty dose of pure, raw lyrical hip-hop, laced with enticingly dark, psychedelic soundscapes- take a listen to Sleep Sinatra’s poignant EP CIDVISCIOUS here now.

Support Sleep Sinatra directly via Bandcamp HERE.

meka maraschino has shared a new single, titled “Bouquet”. Atop vibrant, rich production built around elegant strings, emotive chimes, and a lively, organic rhythm section- maraschino delivers smooth melodies with her signature character-rich delivery. With a unique tone and dynamic range, her vocals soar above the balmy instrumentation. “Bouquet”‘s sound reminds one of waking up to a warm, refreshing morning. Equipped with potent songwriting and an ear for creative sonics, “Bouquet” represents an engaging new releases from meka maraschino. Give it a listen here now.