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SMWN – Do Over (Spotify)

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“Nobody is perfect, but we can choose to try hard. Who hasn't thought to go back in time and fix some mistakes? The key for improvement is the knowledge that comes from self-evaluation and (why not) the right song to push you in the right direction!”

-Nagamag.com

Meet SMWN (pronounced 'someone') the new creative project of viral artist Prince Fox, known for working alongside household names like Hailee Steinfeld, Bella Thorne, Quinn XCII, YG, Ella Vos and more. From Rick Rubin tweeting his remix of Florence and the Machine, to being the number one artist on Billboard's Emerging Artists list, Prince Fox has seen quite a remarkable few years. Now SMWN has rebranded and branched out of the 'dance drops' he's known for in his past releases to release music with a message.

https://www.instagram.com/smwnsongs/

The upcoming "Do Over" is a contagious pop track which follows the release of SMWN's successful debut track "Somebody Else," which set the tone for the new project.

In "Do Over" a viral bass-line ushers you in, complimented by flawless electronic production and SMWN's distinct pop vocals. On the narrative front, SMWN reflects on all the times he wishes he could get a 'do over.' The relatable "I wanna be someone better, can I go back in time," rings loud and clear and is an ode to existence and the inevitable mistakes we make. It's one thing to say we'll do better but action is where the truth lies.

https://twitter.com/smwnsongs

On the single SMWN adds "When I wrote "Do Over" I was thinking about how even if I told my younger self what I know now, I would have made the same mistakes. I wouldn't be the person I am today without those road bumps, so those road bumps HAD to happen. The writing became this very circular idea of a self-fulfilling prophecy–every time I messed up and wanted a do over, the same thing would happen again. All this to say, all we can really change is our future, based on our past actions, we can not change the past itself."

The New York-born and bred Sam Lassner first picked up a guitar at the age of seven but quickly gave it up for life on the ice rink. "It wasn't until I was 13 that I picked it back up and caught the bug," he shares. Lassner went on to study music at NYU where his Prince Fox project was born in his dorm room at Lafayette Hall. The Prince Fox project opened several doors for Lassner and led to collaborations with several notable artists shaping the type of artist he strives to emulate.

SMWN is a culmination of those experiences, lessons, and growth as an artist. Lassner puts his best foot forward with his SMWN project which is teed up to quickly eclipse that of Prince Fox in the years to come.

https://www.twitch.tv/smwnsongs

Forrest Run – Dream (Spotify)

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“Set against a background of gated atmospheric pads and a solid hip hop beat, the deep flowing bass lines, blend nicely with the catchy & pleasantly rhythmic chordal guitar work. The ariose, charismatic & captivating vocals of Ayla will have you reaching for the play it again button.”

-Nagamag.com

Bringing together a brilliant blend of flowing organic sounds with gritty electronica, Forrest Run’s bouncy, effervescent pop is laced with dark mystery.

Pushing out a sound bigger than acts twice their size, this quirky trio lay out atmospheric beds, with massive hip hop beats, along with vocalist Ayla’s saccharine melodies being the cherry on top.

For an act that has only been around since 2019, Forrest Run have matured sonically since their debut release, with the upcoming single displaying a darker, larger sound, while still retaining the catchy pop hooks the act have become known for.

While the debut EP was centred around falling apart, expect the upcoming release to pick up the pieces and move forward, while giving hints reminiscent of London Grammar, Naked & Famous, and Vallis Alps.

We have heard the future of electronic hip-pop, and that sound is Forrest Run.

https://www.instagram.com/forrest_run_

Aiko Tomi – Can’t Touch Me (Spotify)

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“It's true that very few songs move far from the typical production way. Discover the personal talent of Aiko Tomi and her recent work "Can't Touch Me". Out of the rules Grime-like sound. Unpredictable, indescribable and stunning!”

-Nagamag.com

This song is sassy, eccentric and pretty tongue-in-cheek -- the beat slaps away any judgement. It's OK to feel yourself!

https://www.instagram.com/aikotomic/

Fitz Brothers – 7 Years (Video)

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“Brand new “Fitz Brothers” release directly heading to the top with high speed. Your favourite Electro and EDM atmosphere. Crystal clear production combined with artistic audio and visual effects. Worth to listen in high volume and watch the clip too.”

-Nagamag.com

Artist shared few words behind this inspiration about this song”

“Seven weeks after a heartbreaking breakup, this song came out basically in one pour. Although at first there wasn‘t more than a bassline and a voice, the essence and honesty of the song was already there and never changed throughout the process of the following production.

‘7 Years’ is a song I just needed to write and it helped me get through a rough couple of months. It’s very dear to me. I think most people can relate in one way or another. Things fall apart from time to time and we need to find a way to deal with it. This was my way and I’m glad to share it with you today.” – Fitz Brothers

https://www.instagram.com/fitz_brothers/

Estella Dawn – Trolls (Spotify)

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“-Trolls- displays some reasonableness of musical parts and also pays meticulous attention to detail. This track is literally playing with all the colours of rainbow, bringing up a state of perfection. The high level and melodious music for the mind.”

“-Trolls- это продуманность всех музыкальны партий, тщательная проработка деталей, трек буквально играет всеми цветами радуги и доведен до состояния совершенства. Это совершенная и мелодичная музыка для душевного отдыха.”

-Nagamag.com

The internet is an incredible and diverse platform, especially for creatives. The ability to interact online, to watch, listen and engage with people and their content is amazing. However, the wonderful web also has a dark side, and one aspect I've always struggled to understand is Trolling. I truly believe that everyone is entitled to their opinion, and I don’t in any way expect people to like everything they see or hear. However, what I think is unfortunate is the desire for some people to tear others down, seemingly, just because they can.‘Trolls’ is essentially a reflection on this unwanted negative attention that I, and I’m sure many others, sometimes experience online.

https://www.instagram.com/estelladawnmusic

Estella, a New Zealand born, US based songwriter, singer, multi-instrumentalist. She has a keen creative vitality, resulting in a constant output since relocating to the US in 2016. Estella released her first EP “Dancing Girls” at the beginning of 2018 to excellent reviews: A constant writer and producer Estella then went on to release another 8 singles by the end of 2019, with another 10 following in 2020. As a working musician, she writes and records her vocals and piano as well as co-producing all aspects of her music. Estella sings with the melodic command, subtlety and range that spans genres from Billie Holiday to Billie Eilish. These well crafted songs contain multiple layers, both vocally and musically. Subtle and soothing when needed and sharp and gritty when desired.

Estella Dawn has something to say, and she does it through music. Her songs are often personal and social explorations of life. 2020 saw her refine her skills to develop and define her own style, as well as navigate the overall business of music. It was a prolific year for Estella, she released a new single every 6 weeks, building a steadily growing following that are resonating with her intimate, been there, done that, outlook on life. With this growth, there have been many highs, her song "I Dare You" charted on the media base Radio Top 40 chart, she's been interviewed by and had songs added to many radio stations, her songs have also been included on some big Spotify playlists and she's had many wonderful reviews by global music bloggers.

Building on this work, 2021 began strong with Estella's first single 'Petty' (January 14th) gaining her even more attention globally. She's excited to share her next offering 'Trolls' (April 1st). Singles will then keep flowing until she heads into the studio mid 2021 to record and produce a full length album with a band. Keep an eye on Estella Dawn she clearly has a deep creative well to draw from.

https://www.facebook.com/estelladawnmusic/

Jaelee Small – All The Time (Video)

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“It’s true that we don’t realize the value of certain persons in our life, until we lose someone. A loss is a loss, but the good memories remain forever and give the courage to go on. This is the message that we should get from Jaelee Small.”

-Nagamag.com

Jaelee Small has written down her collection of roaming thoughts, short stories and soulful vocal harmony drenched monologues.

Memoirs (part ii) is part of a harmony-soaked concept album through a timeline of a teenage youth.

Painting a picture of her memories through catchy choruses and memorable melodies containing personal influences ranging from the well played vinyl of The Beach Boys, Pink Floyd and The Who to Aretha Franklin, Emeli Sandé and Haim.

A wide ‘Mixtape of Emotion’ resulting in a delightful blend of emotive pop and soulful rock.

With such diverse influences, her music transcends genres and has a unique sound and feel which is instantly recognisable, leaving a lasting impression. The impressive vocal arrangements add an extra level of sophistication to her songwriting.

Jaelee’s musical journey guides the listener through the process of her self-discovery and the search for her own identity.

Maybe we find out who she is.

https://jaeleesmall.bandcamp.com/

Gillian Heidi – out of my mind (Spotify)

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“Piece of pure beauty from a young talented artist. Gillian Heidi tries to express herself via music and this song is a bright example. Her singing reveals an eruption of authentic feelings and that kind of acoustic Pop style can reach perfection.”

-Nagamag.com

Upcoming Boston-based Pop singer/songwriter Gillian returns with her second single release of 2021 on “out of my mind”. After releasing a slew of well received music last year, she’s starting off the new year strong and is gearing up to release a ton more music throughout 2021. Check out her new single above and read a quote from Gillian on the songs meaning below now!

https://www.facebook.com/gillianheidimusic/

Gillian treats her music as a conduit for truth. Whether behind the piano or with a guitar in hand, the Boston-based artist chronicles life’s ups and downs, ebbs and flows, and trials and tribulations with thoughtful clarity, poetic eloquence, and a stirring soulful voice. Documenting the dissolution of a relationship, confronting the pains of addiction, or facing loneliness, she confidently conveys unbridled emotion with wisdom that belies her 16 years of age.

https://www.instagram.com/gillian_music/

Gillian made her introduction in 2019 with the independent release of her debut EP, Unfiltered. The lead single, “What It Felt Like,” impressively tallied 200K Spotify streams — no small feat for an unsigned act. 2020 is set to be another banner year for Gillian as she heads towards the release of her album, 3AM, due for release this Summer.

QUOTE:

“"out of my mind" is about feeling crazy for feeling unsure in a relationship. I felt as though something was off, but I had no evidence. Everything in my relationship was so perfect, but I still couldn't believe it, and I felt like I was going crazy making it all up in my head. The music in "out of my mind" is chaotic and loud, exactly how I was feeling at the time I wrote it. This song is so special to me, and I hope that others can connect to it in the way that I did!” - Gillian Heidi

https://twitter.com/gillian_music

Kit Kido – Bonnie & Clyde (Spotify)

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“Stringy pace, clearly standing rhythm patterns and bass sound. A strong overall view of depression and melancholy shown by -Bonnie & Clyde- while having some weight of trip-hop sound. A distinct voice with synth sounds create the perfect backdrop for the most discerning listeners.”

“Тягучий темп, отчётливые партии ритм-блока и баса. Характерная общая картина депрессивности и меланхолии лишь выделают -Bonnie & Clyde- из общей массы trip-hop звучания. Приглушённый голос и звуки синтезаторов создают идеальный фон неповторимого настроения для самых искушенных слушателей.”

-Nagamag.com

Kit Kido is a contemporary torch singer that blends lyrical storytelling with digital soundscapes. Noir synth sounds, loops, guitars and a touch of 90s nostalgia create the perfect backdrop for her dystopian love stories. Between the present and the future, Kit Kido finds herself in that thin line where reality meets fantasy.

https://www.facebook.com/kitkidomusic
https://www.instagram.com/kit.kido/
https://twitter.com/kido_kit

Shunichi Komazu, Zoe – Too Late (Spotify)

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“There's always give-and-take in relationships with others and timing plays crucial role in this. The single "Too late" was made to emphasize the importance of being able to react on time. Brighten up your dark side with a shinny EDM track. Only two minutes could be enough to regain happiness.”

-Nagamag.com

Shunichi Komazu - Too Late ft. Zoe is a themed dance track with elements inspired by Future House. This song has an energetic lead sound and will be perfect for when you need some excitement and joy for the day. It's distributed by Metanoia Music.

https://www.instagram.com/shunichikomazu
https://twitter.com/shunichikomazu

Stefan Robu – Silly Games (Video)

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“Get in the mood of Stefan Robu’s sweet song “Silly Games”. The Romanian artist is already well-known from his advanced voice capabilities and gentle personal style. Love song with slow pace, showing an interesting mixture of pop and rock ideas.”

-Nagamag.com

Stefan Robu is definitely one of Romania’s most tender voices, a voice set to conquer many hearts from now on. His mission is to guide us through soft journey made of love songs.

His first single, Silly Games, is all about your soul mate. A modern take on romantic songs, where piano chords, guitar riffs and violin strings blend into whispers meant to heal any heartbroken lover.

https://www.instagram.com/stefanrobu/

Stefan Robu is definitely one of Romania’s most tender voices, a voice set to conquer many hearts from now on. His mission is to guide us through soft journey made of love songs.

His first single, Silly Games, is all about your soul mate. A modern take on romantic songs, where piano chords, guitar riffs and violin strings blend into whispers meant to heal any heartbroken lover.

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