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Bria Zhanae – Lost In Love EP
Lost In Love is a truly beautiful project by upcoming R&B gem, Bria Zhanae, which I feel will speak to many people as loudly as it spoke to me upon first listening. This three-track EP features relaxing instrumentation and lyrics which will have your thoughts on full-blast at the emotions presented. She describes the project as a woman’s perspective coming out of a codependent relationship. She says “The project expresses that we sometimes have to let go in order to take that journey within, which is the most important journey that we take. In order to really know love we must know and love ourselves!” The Frolic is all about…
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The Ethnics – Recently EP
I happened to catch this fantastic bandcamp release a couple of months ago and thought I would finally share. This singer-producer duo calls themselves The Ethnics and their unifying new release titled Recently gleams with rhythmic soul jams that I got into immediately, upon listening. I also quickly noticed that they reflect on many true to life situations. Several every-day themes throughout this EP are familiar to me through experiences I have had myself, or other people in my life. My current favorites are TWT, Shea Butter, and Ice Cream. Check it out below and support this group! Buy Recently EP HERE
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Pre-Valentine’s Stress Mix (+Download)
My first selection of 2017 is live! It so happened that I was finally done with this in time for the season of love, inspiring the title Pre-Valentine’s Stress. This also features a relatable soundbite from an anime series called Nana. I personally have only ever experienced one celebratory Valentine’s Day and I don’t stress holidays. That being stated, I am aware that many are out there going through some stress, beyond the seasonal theme. I hope those of you who relate find that your aching hearts are soothed by these smooth and etheric jams. Remember that you ARE love and you are loved. Every relationship we develop in life…
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Tease Mix (+Download)
Tease is a list I wanted to release by the holiday. It showcases some wonderful new artists I’ve come across in the past months, as well as familiars I have featured previously, and a few classics. All of this music came out this year and it is safe to say that my interest in recent r&b-inspired music is being restored. If only I could turn on the popular radio waves and hear music this good, at anytime. I think we can get there, but for now I’m fine with documenting these gems through my unique mixes. Happy holidays to everyone! Do not forget to support the artists by purchasing their…
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TiDUS – See You There
Earlier this year, Tidus made a refreshing return with his project Soon You’ll Understand. He is now unveiling his next wave of inspirational music, the first being this song called See You There. The soothing jam features production by Tidus himself. Listen to it and support this art through the links below. Enjoy. herestidus.com iTunes Amazon
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John Scott BEATS
This Texas-born producer by the name of John Scott has all of the trappy, dreamy rhythmic and hip-hop influenced beats you may ever need. My favorite here is the flip he did of Roy Wood’s Menace. The full length album will be released in November. For now, check out some of his latest vibes below and find much more (including a download of his previous archive) through the links I’ve gathered. Enjoy! soundcloud.com/jxhnscxtt/sets twitter.com/JXHNSCXTT JOHN SCOTT Discography (Download)
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Hadassah – Oakmere Drive EP
Get lost in this ultra-entrancing EP by Hadassah. Her sultry jazz-trained vocals blend beautifully with the atmospheric beats featured throughout Oakmere Drive. She touches on many themes, including one which always hits home here, self-love and acceptance. She mentions that this project arrived after a difficult personal period she experienced last year, with finishing school and losing a family member. Knowing this makes the healing vibration of the tracks even more apparent. I especially enjoyed her version of Atmosphere’s classic God’s Bathroom Floor, Real Feat. Maassai & Akai $olo, Ocean Floor, and Visions. Have a listen for yourself below and enjoy! Support this rare gem of an artist through the…
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Close Mix (+Download)
Here is something new for the men to play…for the ladies and all lovers. I enjoyed selecting this playlist, which began as a follow-up to Love Maker, but took off to be its own synchronistic vibe. As you might have noticed by now, I am a great fan of slowed down music, especially when it’s stuff from the 90’s. I was sure to include some of my favorite throw-back r&b jams, touched up and remixed, as well as brand new gems which you will definitely thank me for later. All of these dope artists can be found throughout the web, including Soundcloud and Bandcamp. Support them and download this playlist…
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Camille Safiya – Indigo
Camille Safiya’s strong and raspy vocals ring out loud and clear, along with her beautiful message on her three-song EP, Indigo. This new acoustic one will leave you as reflective and inspired as her previous gifts, Island Blues | The Sonic Memoirs and the one which personally reeled in my ear, 24k. Check it out for yourself below, and support this artist through the links below. Enjoy! camillesafiya.com facebook.com/CamilleSafiya twitter.com/CamilleSafiya
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Snoh Aalegra – Don’t Explain (A Mini Album)
Snoh Aalegra’s soulful release Don’t Explain – A Mini Album left me feeling some type of way, that I love! I am certain that at times throughout her career, she will remind everyone of Amy Winehouse as she belts on tracks like Under The Influence, part 1 and 2. I love the vintage story-book style of this emotionally-soothing project. It really suits her traditional jazzy voice, perfectly. My current favorites are In Your River, Chaos, and Charleville 9200, which features dreamy harmonies by James Fauntleroy. Enjoy it for yourself, below.
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