Irish-American songstress and eclectic music producer, Ajeet, emerges from loss and deep reflection with her musical seeds sprouting into a vibrant and diverse garden with a new single, Blooming.
Ajeet has shared her latest single, titled “Blooming”, on Spirit Voyage Records. As we emerge from what felt like a long and deep winter, Ajeet’s “Blooming” floats into the world as an invitation for freshness, a chance to welcome a new season and embrace life’s wandering currents. Ajeet says, “In this song I recognized that being open to change brings vitality and richness to life and allows us to befriend our freedom.” Bouzouki, Bodhrán and harp weave with double bass and honey-sweet harmonies as an invitation to life.
“I am finding new solace in the small moments of beauty around me, in the friendships that feed and enrich my heart, and more than ever in the gift of sitting down with friends to play music,” says Ajeet.
The latest from Ajeet, “Blooming” forecasts her upcoming album ‘Let It Breathe.’
Los Angeles-based artist Brett has connected with Chicago’s Morgan Gold for a new single called “Used to this”, produced by Manny Manhattan. Both artists have been prolific of late, building momentum through frequent releases that have showcased their sultry alternative R&B stylings and sharp songwriting. For their latest, the pair display a natural chemistry as they deliver evocative melodies atop ethereal, glossy production.
Brett enters first with a confident yet smooth vocal delivery, floating atop the shimmering instrumentation with ease. The song continues to build dynamically with punchy synths, buttery percussion, and a rich bass-line, crescendoing in a memorable, stylish hook. Next, Gold comes through with an equally strong performance, with effortless, sleek melodies that capture her range as a vocalist.
The latest from Brett and Morgan Gold, “Used to this” makes for an infectious, sultry listen and has us excited for what may be coming next from both artists.
The Milwaukee, WI native has had an active and successful year that includes an international tour and numerous singles. Ward continues that forward momentum with his latest EP, “Vintagious.” The Tedy Andreas-produced record is just under 13 minutes in length, but Ward makes great use of his time with intricate rhymes packed into every line.
The charismatic rapper expresses frustration and fatigue on the opening track, “Tired.” The production is warm and inviting with a chorus of bird chirps and looping horns. Ward has observed the landscape, finding himself fed up with issues such as animosity and the facades that people hide behind. The next song, “What A Day,” is a tonal shift. It’s an upbeat track that sees Ward weaving between a variety of flows. “Stack chips, no Lays,” he raps smoothly.
“Hands Please,” the lead single, fits perfectly in the context of the project. He conveys a lack of trust he has in those around him. “Stop gettin’ closer/Gon’ up and leave when the thrill is over,” Ward says boldly. He admits that his heart has gotten colder over time. Ward shines over the lush production of the last track, “Asshole.” He raps assertively, reflecting on how far he’s made it on his own in his career. Overall, the record feels like a glimpse into the mind of the rising artist.
Grand Rapids, Michigan artist RYN SCOTT has shared a new album, titled Peaks and Valleys. An engaging record that bears its soul across 9 tracks that resonate with heartfelt energy, Peaks and Valleys finds Scott focusing on his strengths. Sharply-crafted lyricism that remains relatable throughout, as well as infectious, inspirational production, make up the hallmarks of this powerful record.
Opener “Lost” sets the tone for the LP with its uplifting piano lines and crisp percussion. As graceful violins are brought in to accent the beat and give it a layered feel, Scott delivers fast-paced vocals peppered with confessional lines that draw the listener into the project and make them invested in its message. This song transitions smoothly into “Lose Control”, which ups the pace to adrenaline-fuelled levels with dramatic instrumentation that underscores Scott’s vocal performance in a sublime fashion. “To All My Demons”, featuring Crystal Rae, brings in a country and folk influence with fluttering acoustic guitars and bouncy, upbeat percussion. “Feels Like Home” conjures a warm, reflective soundscape through its grand keys and sturdy percussion, and Scott comes through with powerful, captivating vocals that make it hard to focus on anything else. Peaks and Valleys closes with the soulful track “Noise”, which finds Scott delivering some of his most poignant vocals on the LP, closing it out on a high note.
RYN SCOTT was born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI and is now residing in the Metro-Detroit area. His home-grown Michigan roots are reflected in his music along with his love for peace, family, and fun. He also believes in relating to one another on a real level and having compassion for everyone, both in which you can hear outlined in his new album Peaks & Valleys.
Ten years ago, rising artist and producer Saahil Kumar Chathrath’s life almost changed forever. At that moment, he realized the powerful arsenal he had in his toolkit. “Music,” and he knew he had to give it back to the masses. He knows one of the most potent forces in the world is ambition and charity. It has the power to inspire individuals to do great things and realize their aspirations. Giving back to the world, let alone your community reminds you that people are motivated by acts of generosity, but it’s a humble reminder to be content with what you have. But, as many artists and visionaries have demonstrated, ambition may encourage individuals to be innovative.
Saahil Kumar Chathrath says ‘When the desire to create collides with the desire to achieve, history is easily made.”
His deep commitment to music has enabled him to develop his distinct style and contribute something fresh to the music world, both as an artist and mental health advocate. Creatively, he communicates a specific hue, mood and raw experience for his listeners, never compromising his values and always paying tribute to his roots, a feat that keeps his artistry pronounced within a fast-paced industry.
Saahil Kumar ’s music is authentic and one-of-a-kind, providing a tremendous experience for both himself and his listeners. The feelings he’s experienced from childhood have helped him become more aware of who he is and express those emotions through his music, ‘catch 22’ is a perfect example of his craftsmanship on display.
He’s made a name for himself in the industry and amassed a large fan following across social media. Saahil Kumar Chathrath manages to keep people enthralled and involved with his timely releases. He’s also improved his songwriting abilities, perfecting the art of crafting new concepts and brand ventures. Although this season was a setback for many, Saahil Kumar used these times to hone his artistry further and solidify his live performances.
Wrek: Music has always resonated with me since I was a kid. I grew up listening to hella Tribe Called Quest as well as other RnB/hip hop artists because my older cousin would always show me what was fire. In early high school, I would start freestyling a lot for fun with friends during and after classes. I was the kid with headphones in all the time for real.
Dami: What inspired you to start making music?
Wrek: The inspiration was always in me because I always found myself gravitating towards the passion, whether it was listening to beats or writing mediocre songs when I was younger. So intrinsically, I was always inspired. But extrinsically, my motivation really came from my close friend Joshua Rare who was releasing his music on SoundCloud when I first met him. I would practice making music with him all the time my first year of college and finally found my own comfortability to start releasing music in 2019 with my first drop “Mary”.
Dami: Who are your biggest inspirations?
Wrek: The Pro Era collective fasho. Listening to all their music helped me realize that I always wanted to be real in my music and they taught me how to look at life from a different perspective. As of today, I’m heavily motivated by artists like Smino and Saba.
Dami: When making music, where do you grab inspiration from?
Wrek: Haha literally just life man. I’m an active vessel when I explore different people, situations, cultures, etc. I find inspiration through whatever I can on a day to day basis. Whether it’s from a conversation with someone at work or someone I’ve never met before. As long as I experience life, I’ll always have something to speak about on a deeper level. There’s layers to everything, and sometimes a simple phrase said by another person can spark memories, or shock you with a new perspective. That alone is powerful to me because there’s literally so many people we haven’t met, and other people’s experiences can connect.
Dami: What are 3 words that describe your music?
Wrek: Captivating, resonant, and melancholic.
Dami: Which artists do you wish to work with?
Wrek: Artists I wish to work with are Smino, Joey Badass, and Kaytranada.
Dami: You just dropped a single titled “Come Home.” Can you tell us more about it?
Wrek: Absolutely. “Come Home” is basically a runaway story. This was my first year living in my whole space so it gave me a lot of time to heal or process things that I had already thought I was free from. I speak about hardships between growing up with my friends and family, which in most cases they are seen as your “home”. The song brings about self- acceptance towards the end and the idea that you can make your “home” however you like or wherever you go. People could picture their runaway however they like when listening to it.
Dami: What’s your creative process like?
Wrek: I’m very selective when it comes to the beats I work on. Most of the time I have to immerse in a beat to really tune into whatever feelings it brings about within me. That could take as simple as a day or as long as a week. I tend to journal my thoughts throughout my days. Some can be unimportant but most of the time, they help me with what I think I could talk about on a track. Once I collect a few strong talking points/thoughts, the rest kinda pieces itself together. The writing process takes effect then I tweak with the melodics. Even then, I have to immerse in the song after it’s recorded to really make sure it speaks to me. This isn’t always the same process I use but it’s what I’ve realized works most with me.
Dami: What do you want people to take away after listening to your music?
Wrek: Staying true to yourself will always avail when following your path. Specifically in my new song “Come Home”, I made the statement that I would pursue the emptiest persons. This was heavy because I feel many people today are affected by the grasp of social media and try to imitate others’ lives or compare their own to people who look like they’re living the best life. Staying true and being comfortable with vulnerability are def my big ones.
Wrek is back with another banger titled “Come Home”. The 2-minute track finds him discussing the feelings and actions that may have led to him running away, and in the process, even find his way home.
Unlike “All Day” where Wrek took a more soft, lo-fi approach, “Come Home” sees the New Jersey native attack the mic in a more aggressive way with dazzling wordplay. The production is nothing short of sublime either. According to Wrek, “this single is really for the ones that had them hardships growing up whether it was with your family or friends. Everybody wanted to run away at some point”. All in all, Come Home is a song about being able to navigate through finding yourself while noticing uncomfortable things along the way as well.
The single was also accompanied with visuals. Stream the single below and check out the music video while you’re at it
Germany-based artist Jan Metternich has shared a new single called “Nobody Else”, featuring Killval. Following up a series of engaging, well-received singles such as “gone”, and “buried alive”, which received over 1.5 million streams on Spotify, “Nobody Else” finds Metternich delivering another infectious, catchy offering that displays his focus and penchant for memorable melodies.
“Nobody Else” contains powerful, swelling guitars drifting in a dream-like fashion atop energizing, clean percussion. Beneath, rich, driving 808s create an exhilarating rhythm and set a strong foundation for Metternich and Killval’s addictive melodies and gleaming melodies. Culminating in a cathartic, sleek hook, “Nobody Else” is a track that provides ear-worm sonics, and heavy replay value.
The latest from Germany’s Jan Metternich, “Nobody Else” finds him connecting with Killval for a colorful, catchy new banger.
Leonardo Prakash’s debut single as a singer-songwriter, “Keep the Faith”, draws from his influences in West African, Turkish, and Latin folk music as well as roots in American rock to create an earthy and captivating sound. Known internationally for his unique skills on the sitar and guitar, Leonardo Prakash emerges as a singer and songwriter who has built an eclectic musical home for his first song project. You will find yourself pulled into the mysterious pathways of this song, exploring worlds of music that are familiar and yet enticingly otherworldly.
“This song talks about feeling, hearing, coming back to this world of sensation, and for me this happens when looking at nature, at the stars, when I look at this greatness I know the Cosmos is inside us.” says Prakash.
An eclectic, sharply-crafted offering from Prakash that showcases his versatility as an artist, “Keep the Faith” is an evocative and expansive release that has us excited for what may be coming next from him.
Listen to “Keep the Faith” here:
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Louisiana artist TCM Pain has shared new release called “Don’t Know Her.” Containing driving, powerful synths and crisp, head-banging percussion, the beat is full of liveliness and makes for an infectious listen. Furthermore, Pain delivers memorable, catchy vocals that suit the stylish production.
This energized record sees him enjoying the freeing city-life. Containing a refreshing vibe, TCM Pain gives bars with a calm demeanor in this video that says one simple message: don’t settle. He displays his current inner peace as he is now living for himself and not solely for the validation of others.
TCM Pain was born and raised in the New Orleans, Louisiana area and found a love for music as early as 8 years old. While in college, he began taking music seriously and recording frequently. His break-out single, “Switch Sides” (ft. KillBunk) was released in 2021 and he went on to gain notoriety. Be sure to keep a lookout on TCM Pain as he will be rolling out more projects before the year is out!
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