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Alla Igityan – No Such Thing As Love (Video)
“Who wouldn’t be happy with an ideal person to love and live with? This fact sometimes lead us want to change others, so that they can fit better with our standards. Indie Folk song with bright voice and gentle guitar melodies, based on the artist’s concerns about the true meaning of love.”
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A song is written from the perspective of a person who loves someone unconditionally, but looking around realizes – most people (including the person she loves) are trying to change their partners to fit them better into their lives. The disappointment causes her to say that “there’s no such thing as love”.
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Oan Kim – Mambo (Video)
“Exclusively made for the most selective listeners, this Jazz juwel is going to add one more missing piece in your musical puzzle. Elusive sound elements mixed with dominating saxophone and a sample of passionate vocals. This is the recipe for artistic success!”
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TAKEN FROM THE UPCOMING ALBUM ‘OAN KIM & THE DIRTY JAZZ’
Mambo is the latest single from Oan Kim’s upcoming album ‘Oan Kim & the Dirty Jazz’. Inspired by the likes of Archie Shepp and Charles Lloyd, Oan’s inimitable jazz saxophone style is neatly entwined in this mysterious and minimal track.
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The single follows on from the first release of the album Wong Kar Why, which features French musician Edward Perraud. The album was produced by Oan himself in his home studio in Paris, with Oan playing saxophone and guitar throughout. On Mambo, he explains ‘as with most of this album I wanted to mix different genres. It all started with the guitar and bass line alla Nick Cave or Timber Timbre. This bass line really sets a particular mood of subdued tension, that I wanted to do a jazz saxophone track on.’
Also singing on the track, Oan added ‘the lyrics describe a compulsive liar enjoying the joy and laughter that his lies provoke’.
‘I called it Mambo because it reminds me of music from the Mambo era and I liked the connotations, but it’s clearly not a mambo per se’.
Oan’s compelling sound palette follows from studies at Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris and the Bill Evans Piano Academy, whilst also being fascinated by contemporary music and the indie scene in which he played for a number of years with electro-rock duo Chinese Army and rock band Film Noir.
Bringing together his musical and artistic influences into a melting pot of creativity, Oan’s passion for music and filmmaking is evident with the mesmerizing music video for Mambo. Featuring two contemporary dancers, the video showcases the ‘dynamics of seduction within a dance number’.
Inspired by a mix of Pina Bausch and Fred Astaire, the video aims to show ‘where a couple is gaging each other, getting closer, pushing back, pulling closer, embracing, controlling the other, or falling into each other’s arms’, whilst also keeping the urban settings of dance similar to in the film Pina by Wim Wenders.
The dance is based on these ‘push/pull dynamics’, borrowing elements of ballroom dancing that match the retro elements of the music.
Mambo, the second single from the upcoming album ‘Oan Kim & The Dirty Jazz’, is available now on all major platforms.
Trenox – Capsized (Spotify)
“Light and cool Electro Pop production from a young artist. We really appreciated those colourful rhythmic elements, decorated with rich pads and effects. The lyrics are crystal clear and with an air of strong emotion too. This is "Capsized"!”
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Luke Beling – Pacific (Spotify)
“Luke Beling calls us to follow him in the vast blue ocean of his Indie Folk sounds. Like a small boat travelling among the waves, our mind synchronizes with the acoustic vibrations of "Pacific". Also the tone of Luke's voice add some kind of fascinating mystery in the lyrical part.”
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Born and raised on South Africa's Sunshine Coast, Luke Beling left home at 19 and traveled the world.
Beling's indie-folk songs are deep pockets of hope, whispers of joy blown in by a wild wind. He currently resides on the Big Island of Hawa
Anton Commissaris – Living My Life (Spotify)
“The sensual voice of -Anton Commissaris- sounds beautifully and harmoniously under the rhythms of Blues & Jazz. Music with hypnotizing and relaxing effect. Amazing ability to manage the emotions of other people. Bravo!”
“Чувственный голос -Anton Commissaris- красиво и гармонично звучит под ритмы blues & jazz, гипнотизируя и расслабляя. Удивительный и неподвластный дар для большинства из нас управлять эмоциями людей. Браво!”
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The song is about just getting on with your life and not complaining about things you can't change or control.
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Boris Nikiforov – Reli (Spotify)
“Boris Nikiforov has another Neoclassic gem, ready for release end of December. The best way to leave this year behind and welcome the new one. Affectionate piano melodies with melancholic touch form the core of this excellent miniature. Unique and special.”
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Scott Tyler Schwartz – Guinea Pig (Spotify)
“Very light, romantic, warm and pleasant song. Characteristic approach in the construction of the melody and the general sound synthesis has been followed. The vocals can cause the most pure, warm and soothing emotions. True musical therapy!”
“Песня вышла очень лёгкой, романтичной, такой тёплой и приятной. Особенно радует насколько трепетно автор и исполнитель трека подошёл к построению мелодии и общему синтезу звука. Вокал вызывает самые искренние эмоции, согревает и успокаивает. Настоящая музыкальная терапия!”
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Scott Tyler Schwartz is the frontman of The Shadowboxers, a harmony-singing pop/soul trio from Atlanta, GA. In their decade together, the band has recorded and toured with artists ranging from the Indigo Girls to Justin Timberlake, and in 2019 they wrote and recorded their first self-produced, full-length album, which they released the following year. It was during this time that Scott felt the need for individual artistic expression, and began the process of defining what that would look like. Then came the pandemic of 2020, and locked down at home with his guitar and a mic, Scott began to write and record himself from his basic home studio. What began as harmless songwriting and simple productions morphed into a soulful singer/songwriter finding his real voice, and learning how to record it. Guinea Pig is Scott's debut release as a SOLO artist.
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Farves – Resolution (Spotify)
“Melodic rhythms in the mood of Techno/House music, which strongly attracts your attention. This track won't let you go even if you want to quit. Its hypnotic melody will be echoing in your soul for a long time.”
“Мелодичные ритмы и настроение techno & house музыки, что практически затуманивает сознание, погружая в себя с головой. Этот трек вас не отпустит даже в том случае, если вы захотите уйти. Его гипнотическая мелодия будет эхом резонировать в вашей душе ещё очень продолжительное время.”
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Frankfurt based newcomer Farves is back with an energetic melodic techno song. Shallow chords and catchy vocals in the break lead to a climax, which is characterised by a strong synth lead and a driving bassline.
https://www.instagram.com/farvesmusic/
Rachel Geek – Elephants (Video)
“”Rachel Geek” managed to express all his thoughts, feelings and emotions. There is a sense of euphoria, light dizziness and a persistent desire for this track to never end. Smooth and high-quality melodic Hip-hop.”
“У -Rachel Geek- получилось высказать все свои мысли, чувства и эмоции. Появляется чувство эйфории, лёгкое головокружение и стойкое желание, чтобы этот трек не заканчивался никогда. Очень ровный, качественный и мелодичный hip-hop.”
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https://www.instagram.com/rachelgeekmusic/
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Mark Welles – Hold On (Spotify)
“Mark Welles grabs his guitar and offers a pleasant kick to your ears. If you're tired of typical music, "Hold On" for this Folk, Acoustic production and you may find that special you were always looking for. Upcomming artist with promising creations.”
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"Hold On" is an original song about feeling uneasy about a relationship's future, and experiencing uncertainty in general. The chorus represents a final plea to hold on to the relationship based on the realization that there's enough good left to salvage. The artist played all the instruments on the track, which features a smooth vocal with haunting electric guitar accents overlaid over a driving train rhythm drum beat and feverish acoustic guitar.
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