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Lasse Matthiessen – Emotional
“To fully understand and comprehend this Dream POP melody, you need to understand why it is created and intended. And she has one goal - this is the achievement of calm and space inside you. A pleasant immersion in the world of fairy -tale illusions.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Чтобы полностью понять и осмыслить эту Dream Pop мелодию, нужно понимать для чего она создана и предназначена. А цель у неё одна — это достижение спокойствия и пространства внутри вас. Приятного погружения в мир сказочных иллюзий.”
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The lines "You're playing with the fabric of time," the opening lyrics of his single "Emotional," illustrate Lasse's elegant dexterity, using poetic and simple words to create sophisticated, mature lyrics. The song thrives on a modern, sensuous-driven electronic production that beats with an 80's heart: as if there's a hint of a "Stranger Things" reference hanging over the composition and a constant gloom seeping into the track - contrasted by Lasse’s intimate baritone voice.
Lasse says of the track: “I wrote 'Emotional' in Hamburg after a concert. It was created by the neon lights of the night, the noise, the sweat, the beat and the pumping pulse in the Reeperbahn neighborhood. It came from everything that you can't control in your life... and then comes the chorus where I shut out all noise and sing while sitting next to the listener's ear: 'I get so emotional and I can't seem to control myself.”
Lasse Matthiessen is Danish, lives in Berlin and has toured almost everywhere in Europe. He has performed at various festivals and played as support for Clueso, Anna Calvi, Glen Hansard and Suzanne Vega.
https://www.instagram.com/lasse_matthiessen/
Kellerkind – Disco on the Dancefloor (GORGE REMIX)
“An old time classic from the scene of House is now available in remake version ready to unsettle the masses. Almost seven minutes of absolute dancing essence, ideal to keep your energy levels high under the hot, shinny Sun.”
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https://www.instagram.com/kellerkindmusik
Beccaro – Promenade
“There are a lot of places on Earth where you can be alone with yourself, but it is best to do this in the company of a new, piano composition from -Beccaro-. Calm and silence are what you will feel from the first notes and this is what your soul needs now.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“На земле очень много мест, где можно побыть наедине с самим собой, но лучше всего это сделать в компании новой, фортепианной композиции от -Beccaro-. Спокойствие и тишина — это то, что вы почувствуете с первых нот и именно в этом сейчас нуждается ваша душа.”
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Promenade is the second song of the new Beccaro album "Nous Etions Symbiotiques". This classical piano song brings you to the next level of emotions.
Sjana Rut – Unbreakable
“In the New Single -sjana Rut-, filk music and blues vocal elements are actively used. This music for people who can listen and comprehend music for those who let every note through their own souls.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“В новом сингле -Sjana Rut- активно используются вкрапления Folk музыки и элементы блюзового вокала. Эта музыка для людей умеющих слушать и осмысливать музыку и для тех, кто пропускает каждую ноту через собственную душу.”
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On July 1st, 2022 the Icelandic artist Sjana Rut releases her powerful album ‘Unbreakable’, the second part of a two-part saga about the sexual abuse that she endured as a child. The first part, ‘Broken’, was released in November 2021. The double is a concept album focused on the subject matter of sexual child abuse.
On November 25th 2021, Sjana released the album ‘Broken’ from the cathartic and meaningful two-part saga Broken/Unbreakable. Now the saga continues as Sjana pulls away from the heavy and fragile world of ‘Broken’, and emerges into her confident and assertive self on the transformative album ‘Unbreakable’ The second part of the saga, ‘Unbreakable’, is set in the present and represents where Sjana is today and where she is going. The album is defined by strength, bravery, self-awareness and growth. Sjana confronts the past's shadow and the difficult situations surrounding it with confidence and attitude and does so in a mature and, sometimes, humorous way.
'Unbreakable' is the focus track of the album 'Unbreakable'. About it she says:
I wrote ‘Unbreakable’ in 2018 during the trials of me and my brother’s sexual abuse case, the abuser was a child service worker. But I was also experiencing a lot of harassment from family members and outsiders because of another abuse case, where I was sexually abused by a close family member as a child as well. The abuse case regarding the child service worker got a lot of media attention in Iceland, it was really tough to go online or even look at the papers, it was everywhere. People I knew were talking about it without knowing that my brother and I were the victims of that case. I wrote this song at a time when I needed to remind myself of who I was and of my strength and confidence, at a time when I needed it the most. The song isn’t about the abuse itself, but rather that no matter what was thrown my way or said about me, it would never break me or change who I am.
“Whatever you say won’t change me, what whatever you do won’t break me ‘cause I am Unbreakable”.
https://www.instagram.com/sjanarut/
Blind Lake – Smoke Rose Up
“Music and vocals competently merge into a single musical stream, blurring all the boundaries that interfere with plunging into the atmosphere of Indie Folk. Melodic, exciting and light track for a good mood in a cozy company of friends” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Музыка и вокал грамотно сливаются в единый музыкальный поток, размывая все границы, которые мешают погрузиться в атмосферу Indie Folk. Мелодичный, захватывающий и лёгкий трек для хорошего настроения в уютной компании друзей”
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"Smoke Rose Up" is a surreal & traditional 7/4 bar country folk song about Moses, gold in the mud and the importance of following your gut feeling. The sound is a cross between Bill Callahan & Gillian Welch. At the end of the song Hendrix's weapon bearer Mitch Mitchell reappears in the form of drummer Conny Städe (First Aid Kit). As usual with Blind Lake, the recording of the song was an intuitive and fun process.
Miko Waye x Cassie Rytz – On My Way
“-Miko Waye and Cassie Rytz- made a greater emphasis on the variety of electronic sounds and the rhythm of Dancehall, this betrayed the already wonderful melody of even greater atmosphere and Vaib. Do you like rhythmic music? Then you are on the way!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“-Miko Waye и Cassie Rytz- сделали больший акцент на разнообразие электронных звуков и ритм Dancehall, это предало и без того чудесной мелодии ещё большей атмосферности и вайба. Вам нравится ритмичная музыка? Тогда вам по пути!”
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During a studio session, Miko Waye and Cassie Rytz discovered their shared love of dancehall. Thus, 'On My Way' was born - a breezy summertime joint featuring a lively, English/Patois flow and an infectious marimba riff. Miko's has collaborated with BBC featured artist Caitlyn Scarlett, and his previous work has featured on COLORS and received sync on RTL2. Cassie Rytz has been a staple of London's underground grime and rap scene for some time, with support from Rinse FM and Reprezent.
Dave Helgi Johan – Fair-Weather Friend
“The manner of performing a vocalist is very similar to the Empire of the Sun group, which will be a pleasant surprise for many of you. The atmosphere is simply indescribable, it will not be enough words, this music needs to be listened to at maximum volume and preferably in the company of friends! Wonderful job!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Манера исполнения вокалиста очень похожа на группу Empire Of The Sun, что будет приятным сюрпризом для многих из вас. Атмосфера просто непередаваемая, одних слов будет недостаточно, эту музыку нужно слушать на максимальной громкости и желательно в компании друзей! Великолепная работа!”
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https://www.instagram.com/davehelgijohan/
Thyra Hilden – All Shadows Are One
“A delicate, sweet and such fabulous Dream Pop capable of taking the consciousness of a relaxed listener to distant and such unpredictable worlds of magic sounds and melodies. Dissolve in the voice -thyra hilden- And let her music take you to its shores.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Нежный, сладкий и такой сказочный Dream Pop способный унести сознание расслабленного слушателя в далёкие и такие непредсказуемые миры волшебных звуков и мелодий. Растворитесь в голосе -Thyra Hilden- и пусть её музыка унесёт вас к своим берегам.”
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The single “All Shadows Are One” will fit perfectly on any CHILL-, SOFT-, INDIE-, DREAM- or BEDROOM POP playlist. Its catchy bouncy seducing basslines and soft sophisticated vocals will appeal to fans of Men I Trust, Billie Eilish, Beabadoobee and The Marias. It transmits the rare feeling of unity when bright Nordic fog envelops your world. The single will brighten your longing soul, on a bike ride through the city, with a breeze in your face and every possible future in your heart. Even though your love is gone, all sweet feelings are still yours!
https://www.instagram.com/thyrahilden/
Kishu Kenny – Fly the Flag
“DarkSynth rhythm magic and Cyberpunk melodies, a real gift for everyone who loves maximum immersion in a deep, dark atmosphere. Vaib pours the river and pleases with every sound and variety of effects!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Магия ритма Darksynth и мелодии Cyberpunk, настоящий подарок для всех, кто любит максимальное погружение в глубокую, тёмную атмосферу. Вайб льётся рекой и радует слух каждым звуком и разнообразием эффектов!”
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Ben Edgar – We’re Still Young
“We are still young, our hearts beat stronger than the previous one, and huge wings grew behind our backs, on which we hurry to fly into oblivion as soon as possible. Velvet vocals -ben edgar- and pleasant, melodic indie folk. This composition is created so that you enjoy every minute of your life.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Мы всё ещё молоды, наши сердца бьются сильнее прежнего, а за спиной выросли огромные крылья, на которых мы торопимся улететь в небытие как можно скорее. Бархатный вокал -Ben Edgar- и приятный, мелодичный Indie Folk. Эта композиция создана для того, чтобы вы наслаждались каждой прожитой минутой своей жизни.”
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"I wrote We're Still Young in late 2019, having spent some time thinking about resilience and maintaining hope in the face of adversity. To me, it speaks of never giving up and hopefully inspires listeners to use well what time we each have. We're Still Young is the first of two singles coming out in the lead-up to my debut EP release in early September."
https://benedgarmusic.com/