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“if you listen closely, you can hear the many influences of the Icelandic present classical music scene, including that of the late Jóhann Jóhannsson, who, through his music, we will never truly lose” – Headphone Commute

Chrystal Für’s upcoming album Elusion (out this Friday 5/28) is an elegy to the cycle of loss, acceptance, and the promise of restored life. Christopher Vibberts’ reflective piano interweaves with droning waves of sound and intermittent shards of static that is equal parts nostalgia and hope. Slow-moving pulses, orchestral flourishes, and ambient ebbs and flows, including an unforgettable 11-minute collaboration with Belgium’s Echo Collective.

The track “I’m Losing You” kicks off release week with a new video, highlighted by evolving piano accompaniment that leads the listener into a subtle, reflective orchestral backdrop.

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"Crime Scene 2.0" is the follow-up to Mykii J's original "Crime Scene" released in 2020. This time, Mykii J, whose alter ego is X-Men's "Gambit," has recruited other "Mutants" like him, including Sooftheradiokid and Mimi A.K.A. The Kelly, to deliver a powerful, hard-hitting anthem that once again "kills" the noise from haters and nay-sayers.

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Sam Blacky is back with her new single "Paradise," an appropriately titled house gem that evokes images of places like the sun-soaked Ibiza and Mykonos. The track features ethereal vocals by Florida-based singer/songwriter Madeline Austin; the two connected via social media and hit it off when Madeline sent demos for what is now "Paradise." Sam works in a deep, groovy bassline with gently undulating melodies, making for a sultry dancefloor track that will heat up the night wherever you may be. "Paradise" is the third single to come out on Blacky's own Stabby Records, which launched in February this year.

"'Paradise' is a more melodic track that I feel people can enjoy in different environments; listen to it while driving, use as a morning soundtrack after waking up, or dance to it in a club. I wanted to make it more universal than just a club banger. Once again, I pulled inspiration from all the beautiful places I have been to, and 'Paradise' feels like summer in Ibiza or Mykonos. It's the feeling of butterflies in your stomach, floating through the ocean with the wind on your face and a big carefree smile coming from within. Featured on 'Paradise' is singer/songwriter Madeline Austin. When I look for a female vocalist, I post on social media about it because I want to find someone fresh, new, unknown to give them a shot and keep the female movement going. Madi sent me a message and some demos, and the rest is history. She started as a fan, and I soon realized that she is a very talented singer and songwriter. Her vocals and lyrics about paradise, heaven, and a little flirty danger were just perfect for this release." - Sam Blacky

Samantha Black is a multitalented DJ/producer, model, and influencer professionally known as Sam Blacky. Originally from San Diego, Sam spent several years in Australia, where she first fell in love with producing music and performing live. Since moving back to Los Angeles, music and performing have taken a front seat in her life. In addition to her hectic modeling schedule, Sam has performed live across the world from 2017 to 2021, from Mexico to Ibiza to Bali, racking up over 120 gigs a year at some of the premier electronic festivals and clubs on the planet. With the global pandemic in 2020, Sam released a series of videos on Youtube called "A New World," where she streamed live sets from some of her favorite places in Mexico, giving viewers a taste of vacation vibes even while staying safe at home. Before all the music, her modeling portfolio included brands such as Nike, L'Oréal, Galore, Marie Claire, Superdry, Guess, Sports Illustrated, Malibu, and Playboy, giving her a unique creative perspective to all types of cultures and styles to bring to her music. With the launch of Sam Blacky's label, Stabby Records, and her first releases, 2021 is set to be a breakout year for Sam as she expands her artistic brand.

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Things That Might Have Been tells both through its lyrics and arrangement about a relationship that has ended. The main character of the story looks back and reflects about everything that might have been, had the relationship played out in a different way. Things That Might Have Been grabs the attention of the listener with its unique atmosphere and holds you there until it leaves you alone with the emptiness of silence.

The song is the first release of Elias Kovankos Upcoming EP “Underwater”

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This is the second track off of the album released today by sound healing pioneers Dean and Dudley Evenson. A beautiful harp, silver flute, and native style flute track with sounds from Monet's Garden.

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Jubilee is a track that would be perfect at an open air outdoor festival at the beginning of the evening when the sun starts to go down. I think it brings people in a dreamy melancholic state due to the intense synths and dreamy vocals, this in combination with a pulsating deep 120 bpm groove and a soft poppy topline

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This is a song about the conflicted emotion of Wanderlust. Based on the rhythm of a old polish train with a loud clunk in its wheels. Being torn between the optimistic joy of travel and exploration and the ever pulling love of family and friends.

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Svavar Knútur returns with his new album "Ahoy! Side A". The title already indicates it. The five songs written in 2017 and 2018 form the first half of his new double album, which will be released next year with a sound that will surprise his fans.

One song is in the focus of this release, which will surprise with its indie rock and a determined, overflowing energy: The opener "The Hurting". Powerful and with a stoic-pounding beat, that is how we have rarely heard Svavar Knútur. In addition to the five new songs, which were created in 2017 and 2018, new recordings of four old songs will be released.

The Icelandic singer / songwriter and entertainer Svavar Knútur is a musician with countless facets, preferring to name his genre Indie Nordic Folk Pop (INFP). He manages with an ease and exuberant sympathy to enchant and enthrall every audience from the first moment. He presents his songs alongside a spread of absurd stories and meanderings, seasoned with a good dose of black Icelandic humor.

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“This man from Iceland embodies everything a perfect entertainer should be: he is a true character, straightforward with a pure and bright personality, whose genuine and unpretentious air goes above and beyond the mundane.” - Marc-Stefan Andres (u.a. Zeit, SZ, Brandeins)

Svavar Knutur’s performances have been widely praised, in both the Icelandic and the international press. The German edition of Rolling Stone noted Svavar’s exceptional storytelling, charismatic stage presence and his “soft cotton, Nordic folk reverie”. Brisbane’s Rave magazine also described the young troubadour as having “swoon-worthy vocals” complimenting the “beautiful simplicity and raw emotion of his songs”. Influenced by such songwriters as Nick Drake, Kris Kristofferson and Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Svavar has developed his own style.

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Juliette Ashby is a British Billboard charted artist and songwriter, also known for her part in the most seen worldwide, Oscar winning documentary Amy. Ashbys love for melodic roots reggae has taken her on new and colorful adventures. On her new album WHY, she leaves London to do various versions of the song WHY with top notch artists around the world. It is a digital journey in a time where the pandemic restricts our freedom and physical meetings.

In collaboration with the Swedish music producer duo Roots in a Jar, she creates bubbling magic in the form of appealing reggae songs with an enticing vintage sound. The guest artists Aleks Syntek (Judge in The Voice, Mexico and USA), Carmen Pierri (winner of The Voice, Italy) and Daniel Lemma (Swedish gold-selling artist) make the song WHY complete, a song that will lay the foundation of your new favorite playlist!

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The new album is titled Enchant. It is a pure audio fantasy. It is intended to be a brain massage and a break from reality. It is for deep chilling and escape. Mostly, it is the repetition of a few words in either Aramaic, Sanskrit, Tamil or Hebrew - languages that have no distracting emotional baggage - it's more about having a therapeutic experience, healing from injury, staving off anxiety and the ever-lurking, waiting in the wings, depression.

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