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InterviewsListen: Winston Liv – “Sugar Baby”
The second ever single from Nashville-native singer-songwriter Winston Liv arrived the other week. “Sugar Baby” is the name of the bright yet dreamy indie/alt-pop song. On “Sugar Baby”, Liv sings about being taken of by someone.
InterviewsYandani Emerges as a Defining New Voice in Modern African Pop and R&B With Debut EP “About You”
Emerging South African singer-songwriter Yandani announces the release of his debut EP, About You. A six-track body of work that blends contemporary R&B and Pop.
InterviewsWintur Presents “Caution Signs” — Listen to the Nostalgic Song
Wintur’s “Caution Signs” is a stellar exhibition of forward-thinking songcraft. A nostalgic indie pop ballad, the song layers smoothly textured guitars over a driving piano arrangement.
InterviewsHere is Pharaoh’s Daughter’s New Album, Songs of Desire
US singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Basya Schechter and her band Pharaoh’s Daughter have released a new album titled Songs of Desire. The 12-song collection is now available via Bandcamp.
InterviewsJordan Anthony Turns A Cold Interaction with an Ex into a Catchy Pop Tune, “Missing Me
Jordan Anthony keeps getting better and better. This can be attributed to, among other things, his participation in American Idol and impressive work ethic (he’s delivered five singles in 2026 alone).
InterviewsStream “spotless state of mind” EP by Fia James
Fia James is a rising singer-songwriter based in Brooklyn, New York. Having just listened to her debut EP, spotless state of mind, I have to say she’s undeniably one to watch.
InterviewsMr Eazi Bridges Africa & The Caribbean On New Anthem ‘Lambo’
Afropop heavyweight Mr Eazi is linking up with legendary producer Dre Skull for Yard & Yanga, a dancehall-infused collaborative mixtape set to drop later this year via Mixpak Records and emPawa Africa.
InterviewsDeuce Experience Serves Wimbledon Magic to Johannesburg with Championship Weekend at Hyde Park Corner
This July, watching Wimbledon in Johannesburg won’t feel like a consolation prize. Deuce Experience is bringing the prestige, elegance and excitement of tennis’s biggest weekend to Hyde Park Corner for the first time, transforming the…
InterviewsWatch PEPTALK in their “Scared To Lose” Music Video
The latest single from Aussie trio PEPTALK is a catchy, effervescent alt-pop tune. “Scared To Lose” features influences from 2000s pop and is self-produced. PEPTALK say they wanted “Scared To Lose” to reflect the chaos in the lyrics.
InterviewsThe Problem Isn’t AI — It’s The Alleged Lie Behind Credo V Daniel’s Music
Usually, when I write about rappers or musicians, I do it from a place of curiosity, admiration or cultural appreciation. I listen because I want to understand the artistry.