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InterviewsGet to Know Gail Belmonte, the burgeoning singer from Singapore
Filipina-Singaporean singer Gail Belmonte is gifted with a voice that oozes warmth and sincerity. The artist’s style straddles the line between R&B and indie pop.
InterviewsTown Called Us Reveal Their Debut Single, “Better Half” — Watch Visuals
As Town Called Us arrives onto the pop music scene, it is easy to see that Lauren Baxter and James Plimmer make such a great duo. The fact that they are real-life partners definitely explains their elevated musical chemistry.
InterviewsLOV’s “Can I?” Introduces Her Upcoming Debut Album
It’s official: Canadian singer LOV is set to release her debut album on June 12th. The last one year has seen her deliver beautiful songs such as “Relate“, masterfully priming us for the full-length release.
InterviewsOrrin Teases New Album with “Ghost Town” Single
You already know Orrin, the alternative hip hop artist from the US. What you may not be aware of is that the rapper, singer and producer is getting ready to release a funk-inspired new album titled Yours Truly.
InterviewsNew Music: Listen to “Autonomous” by Landroid
Cooper Gillespie and Greg Gordon make music together as Landroid. From Landers, California, the musical duo brings with them music that’s genuinely moving: songs that melds the creative freedom of seasoned musicians with the thoughtful…
InterviewsALÍSI is back with a brilliant new track, “END CREDITS”
London artist ALÍSI has a brilliant new track, “END CREDITS”. The alt-pop song features dreamy and rhythmic elements, which combine to give the song its moody yet captivating feel.
InterviewsHere is “anywhere but on my mind” by lovelytheband — Listen
Los Angeles-based musical outfit lovelytheband are known for their emotion-driven anthems. And the band’s latest single, “anywhere but on my mind”, is perhaps their most raw yet.
Industry NewsThe Big Hash, Sly & Kabza De Small’s “Love Is A Star” Album Surpasses 1 Million Streams In 10 Days
The post The Big Hash, Sly & Kabza De Small’s “Love Is A Star” Album Surpasses 1 Million Streams In 10 Days appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
InterviewsMolly Valentine drops a stunning debut single — hear “Mannequin”
Molly Valentine unveiled her first single and all I can say is, what a debut! The UK singer-songwriter’s first ever release “Mannequin” is a cinematic alt-pop song infused with vintage elements.
Industry NewsWhy South African Music creators are losing money: What Samro is doing about it
The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (Samro) is inviting music creators, publishers, and members to participate in a dedicated two-week member engagement session, The State of Your Music: Service Weeks.