Emerging singer Maeta has unleashed a visual for “Habits,” the title track to her latest EP. Co-directed by Zemia and Alexis ZA, the video was inspired by Netflix’s original film Malcom & Marie starring Zendaya and John David Washington. In the visual, Maeta and her part-time lover find themselves enjoying each other’s company at his home. “I’m
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Although music therapy has shown effectiveness, research with greater experimental rigor is needed to achieve solid scientific evidence. Music is one of humanity’s oldest forms of expression, being considered by many cultures as an entity linked to the supernatural or the divine. The evocative properties of its rhythms and melodies are so evident that it
Alicia Keys has entered a partnership with lifestyle brand Athleta to help drive awareness and access to women’s well-being. The announcement arrives on Keys’ 41st birthday, which is today (Jan. 25). Keys and Athleta will co-create product offerings, impact grants and community content. Additionally, Keys is now a mentor and advisor for Athleta’s Power of
Mary Broadcast’s EP Panic reflects the Austrian born singer, songwriter, musician, and bandleader’s refusal to cookie cutter her artistic vision. She may object to the term, but Panic is a concept album built around a narrative arc extending over six songs. Broadcast includes an accompanying video for each of the EP’s six “episodes”, as she calls them, and the
At the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards, Alicia Keys made her big return to music after nearly a three-year break and debuted “Girl on Fire,” one of her most recognizable hits. Classified as the lead single and title track of her fifth album, “Girl on Fire,” co-produced by Salaam Remi and Jeff Bhasker, has drawn
Daniel Caesar had fans from all parts of the world eating out of his hand when he released his independently-issued debut album, Freudian, in 2017. Now, after glowing reviews and recognition from the press and the Recording Academy, the treasured set has added one million equivalent units to its sales, taking it to platinum status. Freudian boasted co-stars, including
[embedded content] Mirabelle Bih Fobi is a Cameroonian-American nurse, singer, songwriter, model and producer. Her new single “Zigiyaga” comes out on January 24th, 2022. Her musical style is an eclectic blend of Afro funk and blues, generating a completely unique pop sound. “Zigiyaga” (in Cameroonian means “Live Now). When we interviewed Mirabelle, she explained that
Discounting last year’s one-off track “I Miss U,” Siergio inserts himself back into the R&B conversation with his new song titled “Take You Out.” The emerging crooner gets his hands on a smooth, uptempo backbeat produced by DJ Cool and sings about asking a love interest on a night out on the town. Not only does Siergio
Eric Scott Stevens’ “Burnt Umber” is an early contender for single of the year. The imaginative crackle sparking off the composition never hits me as flashy but, instead, as an authentic expression of the songwriter’s point of view. It doesn’t really matter if the material is what we might call autobiographical. Stevens so thoroughly inhabits
Lion Babe (Jillian Hervey and Lucas Goodman) beam throughout the video for their song “Radiant Child.” Collaborating with Charlotte Sclapari on the video’s direction, the duo are found in a bamboo forest, beginning with an emotional Hervey crying and aiming her tears into the camera lens. Goodman explores the forest, only sitting down and being stoic
[embedded content] Singing sensation Vere Musiq and Reggae and Dancehall star Agent Sasco have collaborated on a new release entitled “Greater.” The song is a positive take on the attitude and focus we should give to priorities in life. Vere Musiq, a performing artist from Anguilla and recent addition to the VPAL Distribution family, combines
The Hip Hop Caucus recently selected the gold-selling artist Eric Bellinger to perform their 2022 Respect My Vote! midterm campaign theme song. The aptly-titled song, “Speak Up,” is Bellinger encouraging individuals to go vote, supporting the Hip Hop Caucus’ campaign to drive positive change through the power of using your voice. Speaking on the collaboration with
[embedded content] Listen to “Momentum” on Symphonic https://www.symphonicms.com/album/view/id/b4r2d4v223x2 R&B artist and video game animator, Foxfrd released his debut EP “Momentum” on January 21, 2022. With over six million views on his TikTok channel, the elusive Foxfrd is a self-described animator and alternative hip-hop singer-songwriter. Prior to the release of his new EP, Foxfrd created and
Mary J. Blige is ready to shine with her forthcoming album Good Morning Gorgeous, which is due out Feb. 11, via her imprint Mary J. Blige Productions and 300 Entertainment. The R&B legend points this out on the album’s artwork and official tracklisting that features new and familiar collaborators. Good Morning Gorgeous spans 13 tracks
[embedded content] Caleya Black’s new single “Innocent” due for release on January 21, 2022 will be eagerly anticipated by her fans. This R&B single has a slightly slower tempo than her earlier release “Nothing at all” but it effectively showcases Caleya’s impressive vocal range. “Innocent” is a follow up single to her February 2021 music
R&B artist and video game animator Foxfrd is kicking the year off on a high note with the release of his debut EP “Momentum.” “Momentum” comes composed of six mood-specific tracks that served as a way for Foxfrd to cope with repressed emotions and extreme feelings of loneliness during the pandemic. One of the stand-out tracks
Of late, Gemaine has been silent with his new material. The emerging singer removes his quiet sign and jointly releases a new song called “No Questions” with Charlie Heat, who also produced it. There’s a subtle guitar that assumes the lead of this devoted groove where Gemaine makes no bones about being everything and more to his
[embedded content] Stepping into his own Qyor(pronounced Choir), release his sophomore single titled “Ghetto Youth”.Produced by Sean Alaric, Ghetto Youth, shares a vivid depiction of the lifeof a youth growing up in the ghetto. A powerful message over a subtlerhythm with defined snares, Qyor lyrics are piercing and relatable to“every ghetto is the same even
Mary J. Blige has once again collaborated with Harlem rapper Dave East. However, this time it’s for her own single titled “Rent Money,” co-written and produced by D’Mile. Easily a standout amongst the other two tracks already released from Good Morning Gorgeous, “Rent Money” finds Blige scratching off a winning interpolation of a classic (“F**k You Tonight”)
The road to Chlöe’s solo debut album has just turned to gold. “Have Mercy,” the smash debut single from the 23-year-old musician, has been certified gold by the RIAA for more than 500,000 equivalent units sold. This recent certification is Chlöe’s first pat on the back as a soloist, as well as her second gold