The Edge of New Clothes – Open Mike Eagle
Dude can really rap, and not rap as defined by Hip Hop Twitter (i.e. 20-year old suburban kids). Real rap. Poetic lyricism, expert flow, soulful musicality
Bosses Take Losses – Blu Don Julio
Today we get something new from Blu Don Julio called “Bosses Take Losses” where Julio gets deep and personal and reflects on some bad decisions he made in his life.
Mr. Sun (miss da sun) – Greentea Peng
With this chilled jazz beat the saxophone gives me moments of Masego – Tadow near the end which is a nice reminder to listen to the song straight after.
Growing Up Boys – Wand
“Growing Up Boys” is kind of a psychedelic spacey ballad and perfect for a chill mood. If you’re into music that sounds like a modern day spaced out synthy British invasion thing then check Wand out. You won’t be sorry.
Casio- Jungle
The musical composition in this track is beautiful and the hook is very powerful and original, this seven-piece band provides freshness and clean-cut soul sounds.
With big influences like David Bowie and Gorillaz, you’re in for a treat with this one.
Black Rider – Bob Dylan
“Black rider, black rider, all dressed in black / I’m walking away, you try to make me look back.” Prepare to have your mind blown! Just reading the lyrics from “Black Rider” it’s very dark and enigmatic; an unsettling vibe.
Bird Of Prey- Pixies
Lyrically on the darker side – but the rockabilly-esque back rhythm brings a lighter element to the track that rolls throughout – keeping you in your comfy chair and tapping your feet
Monday- Frameworks
Some songs just have the right combinations to unlock our shackles and free us to move. Mondays by Frameworks embodies that feeling of breaking free and floating lightly on a sea of tranquility.
Your Twinkling Eyes- Susumu Yokota
Even if you’re not having the time of your life I’m sure there’s always something worth remembering.
Barstow – Jacob Mann
Barstow, although simple on the surface, is moving and glowing with texture. It’s a smiling track. The train is rolling along but there isn’t a parlor piano at play, it’s a warm, fully functioning Juno with funky accompaniment.
Brotherman – Detroit Swindle
Brotherman is a banger track, I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to dive into the Detroit house music with a bit of a modern touch added.
Low Blow – HONEYMOAN
HONEYMOAN is a fun, fresh, alternative, indie-pop band from South Africa.