Some current tunes of the moment from contemporary R&B to West African sounds of fusion for the listening!
Sweating – Alewya
Sweating is a dance fusion tune from the Ethiopian/ Egyptian London based artist Alewya. Her first single was released less than 2 weeks ago and already has amassed a number of plays. ‘Sweating’ is a visceral tune that shines a light on light on the formless club atmosphere.
Dying 4 Your Love – Snoh Aalegra
Dying 4 your love’ is yet another smooth banger by Snoh. Queen of putting you in your feels but she does it with such ease and vocal range. Can’t wait for her next album.
Bon Acteur – Lous and The Yakuza
This performance is exquisite, sharp and captivating. Lous and The Yakuza has such a unique stage presence with finesse and intensity. ‘Bon Acteur’ is a contemporary sound for French R&B from the Belgian Congolese musician.
Decided – Odunsi the engine ft Tems
The alté collaboration from Nigerian artists Odunsi and Tems is very promising for genre of alte, ‘Decided’ is has a slight nostalgic afro groove and the depth in the lyrics almost poetic, adding to this chill vibe.
Blessed – Juls ft Miraa May, Donaeo
Juls is such an underrated gem of a producer, steadily producing ambient banger after banger, ‘Blessed’ is a calm laid back tune overlayed with Miraa May’s smooth vocals and Donaeo’s flavour. Very refreshing.
LEAVE ME ALONE – Amaarae
‘LEAVE ME ALONE’ is another chill west african dancehall tune, protect your peace with this song Amaarae’s angelic voice will take you away…
Won’t work – IYAMAH
A very very new find here, IYAMAH has a soul infused voice and this song has such a radiant energy which puts you in a good mood. Hope to hear more from this upcoming UK artist.
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