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Marína Ósk – Einsemd
“You will not notice how you will blame your glass, which was filled with you before listening to this jazz composition. The last hope is fraught in the soul that the moment of anticipation of something important will never end, but the curtain falls and you are again alone with yourself. What remains, how to turn on this miracle to repeat again and again. (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)”
“Вы не заметите, как опустеет ваш бокал, который был наполнен вами до начала прослушивания этой джазовой композиции. В душе таит последняя надежда, что момент предвкушения чего-то важного никогда не закончится, но падает занавес и вы вновь наедине с самим собой. Что остаётся, как включить это чудо на повтор вновь и вновь.”
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Einsemd is the first single from Marína Ósk's second solo album, One Evening in July, to be released in August 2022 with Swedish Record Label TengTones. Music and lyrics were written by Marína Ósk.
Einsemd (transl. Loneliness) is a bluesy, walking ballad, where a lonesome trumpet has a dreamy conversation with a misty voice, while a crying guitar and a moody double bass try to make create a steady heartbeat.
The lyrics describe an evening when the storyteller is about to go to sleep but simply can't - because their better half is not there. They talk to the night, stare into the dark nothing and wonder when this loneliness will end. Even if you don't understand each word, the bluesy feeling might get you anyway!
The song is played by Icelandic jazz vocalist's quartet, "Marína Ósk Kvartett"; an Icelandic/Swedish drum-less jazz band. The band was put together by Marína Ósk herself with the intention of finding other musicians who happen to love the same kind of jazz she does; oldish swing jazz from the 50's. She found her musical soulmates in Icelandic guitar player Mikael Máni Ásmundsson and the Tengholm brothers from Sweden, trumpeter Erik and double bassist Johan.
https://marinaoskmusic.com/
Prime Punk – Cyberland
“It is interesting to observe how the melodic line of this PsyTrance track develops. The rhythmic pattern slowly inserts into a state of trance, only sometimes making a short pause, and then again immerses you in a psychedelic, viscous atmosphere. (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)”
“Интересно наблюдать, как развивается мелодичная линия этого Psytrance трека. Ритмический рисунок медленно вводит в состояние транса, лишь иногда делая непродолжительную паузу, а потом вновь погружает вас в психоделическую, вязкую атмосферу.”
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After the successful "Stoned" single the Prime Punk return with another wicked weapon. This epic progressive techno, as you may guess from it's title, is going to simply blast the room at any event it is going to be played at! Save your nozzle - Future is almost here!
https://primepunk.io/
Justin Sconza – Walking in a Dream
“Immerse in the deeply peaceful atmosphere of Justin Sconza in a single made of dreamy guitar chords. The artist's light voice can also take away every negative thought and help recharge our batteries.”
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https://justinsconza.bandcamp.com/
Shelly Peled – SWIM
“If you find yourself in the water two options are available; either sink, or swim! Shelly Peled chooses the second and shares her thoughts with Alt Pop style. This fresh single is inspired from a difficult turn in the artist's life and her decision is crucial.”
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Artist said about this song:
"I wrote this song at a dark time in my life when I needed to find the strength in myself to move forward.
SWIM is talking about taking a leap of faith. About asking yourself, what do I really want right now? then jump into the water and come out stronger on the other side."
https://www.instagram.com/shelly_peled/
Shelly Peled is an upcoming singer-songwriter based in Tel Aviv.
Dark atmospheres, catchy melodies, straightforward lyrics and a unique voice are the things that set Shelly apart in her local music scene.
The music she makes, in collaboration with producer/husband Alon Peled, is influenced by a wide range of genres and textures ranging from Pop, Electro, Hip Hop and Rock.
Rena Jones – Thief
“This music can become favourite to each listener.”
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"Thief" takes a playful spin on love. This song is about a boy that was trying to capture her heart. While this girl was playing so hard to get. Playing off like she wasn’t fully invested because of her fear of getting hurt. She was so set on not getting into a relationship because of how great her life was already and then this boy came around and was playing tug of war with her heart and she couldn’t help but cave.
https://www.instagram.com/whoisrena/
Soft Tones – Peace Therapy
“A surprise for the fans of Lounge is already out from "Soft Tones". Stress-free loops reach your ears and clean the mind. Sophisticated, untypical and quality sound, which has come to stay with us for long.”
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Edwin – Dead Air
“-Edwin- gently sings in unison with the acoustic melody of his soul. They, as one, as if a small stream entered a large river and already together they went to conquer the previously unknown shores. A melody that does not let go to the very end. And, to be honest, I do not want it to end. (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)”
“-Edwin- нежно поёт в унисон с акустической мелодии своей души. Они как одно целое, словно маленький ручей вошёл в большую реку и уже вместе они отправились покорять неизведанные ранее берега. Мелодия, которая не отпускает до самого конца. И, если честно, не хочется, чтобы она заканчивалась.”
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Dead Air is the 7th track on Edwin's newest LP, West. Jacob and Matthew Boll began recording the songs for West in the beginning of 2020 as people went on lockdown in their homes across the world. Every song from the record was recorded remotely, Matthew from the wilderness of Michigan and Jacob from sunny L.A. Joined by their friends from all over America, Dead Air features Sean Carey (Bon Iver, S. Carey) on drums, Bobby Lord (Jagged Jaw) on Wurlitzer, Ben Lester (Bon Iver, The 1975) on pedal steel, and Cobey. on guitar. This song was written about a person looking for comfort and an identity but coming up short, unsatisfied
https://edwinsongs.bandcamp.com/album/west
Cymek – Take His Place (feat. Josephina)
“A very complex drawing of a rhythm-section in which the elements of Chillstep are present. The pits are simply amazing, falling into which you fall into the abyss, and then again, taking another sip of fresh air, throws you to the very bottom of the deep ocean cavity. (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)”
“Очень сложный рисунок ритм-секции, в котором присутствуют элементы Chillstep. Ямы просто потрясающие, попадая в которые проваливаешься в бездну, а потом вновь, сделав очередной глоток свежего воздуха, бросает вас на самое дно глубокой океанской впадины.”
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"Take His Place" was written about longing after a lost love, and the desire to replace a current partner with that person you're dreaming about. The song is performed by bass music artist Cymek and vocalist Josephina, and is released by Excision's label Subsidia.
https://cymekimplant.bandcamp.com/
The Light The Heat – Morning Light
“Music, which is very missing in our vain world. Music, which pulls out the soul that hides somewhere inside your body. Music, which seems to communicate with you in a language that is understandable only to you. The music of life. Music that is able to extinguish darkness in your heart. (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)”
“Музыка, которой очень сильно не хватает в нашем суетном мире. Музыка, которая вытаскивает наружу спрятавшую где-то внутри вашего тела душу. Музыка, которая словно общается с вами на понятном лишь вам языке. Музыка жизни. Музыка, которая способна погасить тьму в вашем сердце.”
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https://thelighttheheat.ffm.to/morninglight
Watch “Morning Light” Live Performance Video Here:
https://youtu.be/rspf4TJi-tM
May 27, 2022 – Today, cinematic indie folk duo, The Light The Heat, make their return with the delicate new single “Morning Light,” via Nettwerk. Serving as the follow-up to their 2021 EP, Afterlight, tender chorus vocals hit like the warmth of the rising sun. Orchestral colors bounce to and fro as their melodies stream and stretch with gleaming energy. Listen to “Morning Light” on all digital retailers (here).
Members Nathan Horst and Jesse Proctor share: "this melodic poem is about meeting someone who seemingly arrests your existence and changes your life."
In addition, The Light The Heat unveil the gorgeous, arresting new acoustic live performance music video for “Morning Light.” In the foggy hours of first light, the duo perform their graceful serenade to the tranquil wilderness
Nathan Horst and Jesse Proctor initially met in 2014 and collaborated on music for film and television. Locking into a groove, the pair unveiled the Silhouettes EP during 2017 as The Light The Heat. Following a series of singles and the holiday Back to the Start EP, the band served up their full-length debut, Wide Awake, in 2020. “All For You” amassed over 5 million Spotify streams, while “Rest of Our Lives” generated north of 3.5 million streams as “Endless Story” also crossed the 1 million-mark. After hearing the title track “Wide Awake,” Nashville artist-producer Roary reached out to collaborate on what became the band’s euphoric 2021 EP Afterlight.
Together, The Light The Heat assemble ponderous cinematic indie folk out of lush instrumentation, thought-provoking lyrics, and soft harmonies. For as much as the music reveals about its creators, it might just show you a thing or two about yourself.
NEVRMIND – Mercy
“The track has its own aesthetics with Afrobeats rhythm and exquisite vocals. Beautiful melodic transitions, an endless flow of energy in a positive atmosphere. Real emotions, real plasma, real wib! (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)”
“В треке присутствует своя эстетика с ритмом Afrobeats и изысканным вокалом. Красивые мелодичные переходы, нескончаемый поток энергии в позитивной атмосфере. Настоящие эмоции, настоящая плазма, настоящий вайб!”
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The track, Mercy, is actually all about a man being taken advantage of for his love by women. The central tagline from the song, “someone please call 9-11!” Which influenced me from my uncle Wyclef’s song 911. It gives off a fierce, Afrobeat, summer feel. Perfect song to drive to the beach, to the club, and those summer bbqs this season.
https://www.instagram.com/nevrmind/