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Filiah – Goodbye (Spotify)
“Against the backdrop of gentle orchestration & a repeating guitar note Filiah’s sweet & pure vocal harmonies reach out to tug at your heart. Goodbye is a song that describes the deep sense of abandonment, loss & heartache one feels when someone you love ends the relationship.”
-Nagamag.com
Goodbye is an unfiltered insight into Filiah's mind.
The song deals with the feeling of abandonment after the sudden ending of a deep love. It's about how the process of choosing to love yourself and saying goodbye can feel like both the best and most painful choice at the same time.
"This song is about me realizing that sometimes it doesn’t matter how great and infatuating a love is, if the people involved just end up in these toxic patterns again and again. I found myself getting caught up in nostalgia and memories on purpose just to still feel close to this person after they left. It felt as though I was literally carrying that ghost with me everywhere. And it was crushing. That was not how I wanted to remember it. So I wrote this song as a reminder for myself that saying goodbye sometimes is the only right choice."
It is the first single of an upcoming concept album- a raw and honest exploration of love, grief, nostalgia and all feelings in between.
Goodbye, as well as the album was recorded and produced by Filiah in her living room.
https://www.instagram.com/officialfiliah
Kasbah Rockers – Jablia (Spotify)
“An interesting blend of middle-eastern & western music styles that incorporates a Moroccan, Turkish & also a modern EDM feel. At first sounding like a Classic Bollywood film score the fabulous, infectious rhythms, progressively take you on a whirlwind musical journey of the middle-east, throwing in a few up to date twists along the way. ”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.instagram.com/pat.jabbar
Moroccan artist collective, melting since the 90's Algerian, Middle Eastern, Turkish and Somali tribal roots with diverse styles of Electronica, as influences of Dub, Trip Hop, Psy Trance and Dance sounds.
https://www.facebook.com/BarrakaElFarnatshiProductions
91islands – Nervous (Spotify)
“A choice of Chillwave with plenty of acoustic sounds and some vintage touch. Original production from "91islands"; one man project that also offers a fascinating singing. Out of the ordinary, personal overall result.”
-Nagamag.com
This song is about overcoming the fears of every day life that many people experience
https://www.instagram.com/91islands/
Belz – Dirty Sneakers (Spotify)
“Cute and really nice song from "Belz" moving between Commercial and Pop style. Remarkable tone-shifting voice, craftfully decorated with light effects. The missing sound from your music collection is finally here!”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.instagram.com/belzofficial/
Corti Organ, Sarah de Warren – Ace – Radio Mix (Spotify)
“The Trance hit of your day is only a click away. Hit the play button and enjoy the "Ace" of "Corti Organ". Fast energy flow, poping kick, arpeggios and leading melodies hold you like magnet. Also enriched by the cute voice of Sarah de Warren.”
-Nagamag.com
Corti Organ and Sarah de Warren team up for the second time on vocal banger 'Ace'.
One of inHarmony Music's most exciting acts deliver an exhilarating release with energetic vibe making this a highlight production from the pair.
https://www.corti-organ.com/
Noom, Cuebur, Bokkieult, Marie Jay – Purple Neon (Spotify)
“What happens when more than three artists work for the same track? "Purple Neon" is the result of such an instance. Attractive singing, uplifting House beat and smooth sound progression, from an impossible to skip masterpiece.”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.noom-music.com/
Roman Wróblewski – Big Hug (Video)
“The pronounced expression and collection of the artist’s intention and classical performance -Roman Wróblewski-. Emotions that can not be hidden. -Big Hug- is the expressive power of feelings and thoughts.”
“Ярко выраженная экспрессия и совокупность авторского замысла и классического исполнения -Roman Wróblewski-. Эмоции, которые невозможно скрыть. -Big Hug- это сила проявления чувств и переживаний.”
-Nagamag.com
Longing for closeness intimacy during the pandemic – a new music video by Roman
Wróblewski.
The video was produced in the post-industrial setting of the Companhia União
Fabril (CUF) industrial park in Barreiro, Portugal. The preparation process, including shooting, took
more than a year and was interrupted twice by restrictions caused by the prevailing Covid_19
pandemic.
Lucília Raimundo, a Mozambican-born dancer and choreographer who has worked with many
theatres in Portugal and Europe for over 15 years, is responsible for the choreography. The second
dancer in the video is Carolina Carloto, a talented Portuguese artist of the young generation.
Initially, the movements and gestures were meant to tell a story about love and the fear of losing
someone close. However, with the proliferation of Covid_19, and the resulting increasing
restrictions on social distance and uncertainty, the idea for the choreography naturally evolved into
a story about the uniqueness of the times in which we live.
The video was directed and shot by Andre Abrantini, a Portuguese director who is also the author
of the second video clip to Roman Wróblewski’s music, “Jump”. While working on “Big Hug”, Andre
decided to use black and white imagery, emphasising the opposition of the main characters. This
apt artistic move also highlighted the contrasts and shapes of the unique post-industrial setting and
works wonderfully with the poignant melody played in the low register of the piano.
The location of the video also plays an extremely important role in the image. With the help of the
Pada Studios residency centre and courtesy of Baia do Tejo company, the artists had the unique
grounds of an industrial park in Barreiro at their disposal. This park, closed after the 1974
revolution, was one of the largest complexes of its kind in early 20th century Europe, employing
nearly 10,000 people in its heyday. The dilapidated buildings and vast areas of factory waste,
together with Lucília Raimundo’s emotive choreography, complement Roman Wróblewski’s music
to create a moving work that tells a story, full of longing for a simple hug.
https://romanwroblewski.com
https://www.instagram.com/roman_the_pianist
https://www.facebook.com/romanthepianist
Estella Dawn – Trolls (Spotify)
“-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/
Kobi Jonz – DADA (Video)
“Rhythmic work, whose musical structure is immediately captivating and does not let you go until the last second. -DADA-; brilliant and expressive song, like a bright star in your collection.”
“Ритмичное произведение, чья музыкальная структура мгновенно заводит и не отпускает до последних секунд. -DADA- блестящая и выразительная песня, как яркая звезда в вашей коллекции.”
-Nagamag.com
DADA meaning ‘good’ envelopes the idea of “manifesting into reality” characterized by the poetic image of a woman. A metaphorical representation of actions and reactions solidifies the ethic of doing good and receiving good.
https://www.instagram.com/kobijonz/
Kobi Jonz, best describes himself as making “conscious dance music”, feel-good music that reinforces a positive message. Moving to the United States from Lagos, Nigeria, Kobi did not so much discover music, he says, as music discovered him. His passion ignited by his force to bring his dreams to life fueled his music career.
His sound is full of life, spirit, and an energy that keeps you coming back for more. With influences like Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Sade Adu, Damian Marley, and Burna Boy, Kobi’s music brings out in his listeners a vigor that can only be described as lust for life, hope, love, and self-motivation, wrapped in a zesty hip vibe that is fresh and genre-defying.
His lens into music is one energized by influence, as he sees music as a way to better people. This fresh perspective is Kobi’s way to spread the word that self-sufficiency in pursuit of one’s dreams is possible.
https://facebook.com/kobijonz
Jop, Ben Thomas – Overload – Instrumental (Spotify)
“-Overload- can be likened to an early morning flower. As soon as the time passes, it opens the petals and stretches to the Sun. Amazing magic of improvisation, connecting jazz elements with electronic music.”
“-Mood Genesis- можно сравнить с цветком рано по утру. Как только восходит солнце, он раскрывает свои лепестки и тянется к солнцу. Удивительная магия импровизации соединяющая джазовые элементы с электронной музыкой.”
-Nagamag.com
Written with live instruments (trumpet, piano, drums & percussion) and multiple synths including mellotron, prophet, farfissa swell as Rhodes and other plug ins. influenced by Jazz, Groove, Electronics, Soundscape and Pop music, with muted trumpet playing the lead melody, and a trumpet choir added at the peak.
Paul Jordanous on trumpet, piano and synths
Ben Thomas (drums & percussion)
https://www.instagram.com/thisisjopofficial/