NEW SOUNDS – WEEK 29
Each week, we accumulate a list of newly released songs that we think you should hear because music is the only universal language of peace and love. Here are some of the best releases you may have missed this week and don’t forget who put you on these sounds.
This list will be updated every day with new sounds released this week till Sunday.
Kida Kudz featuring Falz and Joey B – Buga
Nigerian Born UK based Afropop rapper/singer, Kida Kudz, comes through with a brand new jam titled ‘Buga’ which translates to Flaunting featuring Nigerian rapper, Falz and Ghanaian singer/rapper Joey B. The Bad The Sound Boy produced song sees all artists rapping and singing about lifestyle and portraying a scenario where whenever you have money you have to flaunt it.
Black Gypsy Unit featuring Wade & Osil – Gyal
Black Gypsy Unit is a Nigerian alternative pop music collective and they have released their debut single titled ‘Gyal’. On a starry night with a dark shadowy outdoor relaxed camp setting, Black Gypsy presents ‘Gyal’, a choir band style rendition which features interexchange of melodies by two participants in which they describe their clubhouse adventures. They make conversations with some of the most stunningly beautiful ladies and envisage how they’ll spend the rest of the night.
Kpakpo Lee – Suppose To Loose
Lee has been away for a while but he’s back with a new song titled ‘Supposed To Lose’, the lyrics to this song will have you doing a lot of thinking about life. The AltraNova produced song sees KpaKpo Lee addressing some issues regarding the road to success.
Dani Draco & Moor Sound – Ready
A lot of people are fighting inner battles they cannot speak of, and having to deal with and piece everything together themselves has to be one of the most difficult things a person has to do. Dani Draco understands this better and his new song ‘Ready’ produced by Moor Sound says it all.
Dj Spinall featuring Kranium – Everytime
Dj Spinall put Kranium on an Afrobeats song and we are in love with this song. The Dj Spinall produced song titled ‘Everytime’ is sensual, move your body to the beat type of song with Kranium giving us the usual sultry lyrics which has the power to set lovers in the right mood. Enjoy.
Larusso – Eeba
Larusso has released his long-awaited single ‘Eeba’, this comes after the success of his hit song Killi Killi. The new song is meant to reintroduce Larusso to the world, he is coming back to bless us with more bangers, he is here to stay and he’s ready to fight his way to the top.
Stonebwoy featuring Sarkodie & Kelvyn Colt – Good Morning
If you’re familiar with Stonebwoy’s Anloga Album, then you already know the original song which featured Chivv and Spanker. Stonebwoy has released the remix to ‘Good Morning’ and it features Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie and German singer/rapper Kelvyn Colt. In the song, all artists share with us the blessings and favour they’ve been enjoying.
Kabasii featuring Katchman – Fisherman
The track lays emphasis on the beauty and power of the African woman which is not to be underrated. The use of the saxophone & a bass guitar accompanied with the vocals of both artists was able to birth a soothing, yet inspiring song. The single, produced, mixed and engineered by Kroos Music was inspired by the sound of Afrobeat legend FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI.
Phronesis featuring Kwe – Blessings
‘Blessings’ is Phronesis’ first single of 2020 and it’s meant to celebrate the achievements and blessings he has seen throughout this period. He also sings to let his fans and general audience know that he is alive, back and tougher than ever. He calls it ‘conscious music’ and we hope you enjoy and appreciate his craft.
Manu Worldstar featuring Spacely, Sjava & Roberto – Nalingi
Manu Worldstar’s upcoming album ‘Molimo’ is a little over a month away and after the release of Choko he has released another single titled ‘Nalingi’. Nalingi was first released in 2018 and the remix released a couple of hours ago features Spacely from Ghana, Sjava from South Africa and Roberto from Zambia.
Twitch – Baby
It’s safe to officially call Twitch ‘Mr Lover Boy’ because of his recent social media activities and the emotions “Baby”, track 2 off his upcoming ‘Lost Ep’ carries. Produced by Yung D3mz ‘Baby’ is a direct translation for a man who is deeply in love with a special one.
Gyakie – Whine
It’s time to break your waist if you haven’t been doing that already. The first song ‘Whine’ off Gyakie’s upcoming EP ‘Seed’ is out and you might want to listen to it. Gyakie has been steadily giving us hits upon hits and we can’t wait for what she has for us in ‘Seed’.
Mr. S – Explosions
‘Explosions’ is a contemporary R&B ballad that captures an intimate moment between lovers with sensual-inducing lyrics and soothing vocals. This is the first official single of Ghanaian singer/songwriter Mr. S, and according to him, the song depicts a sensual type of intimacy that can only exist between two people who are utterly devoted in love with each other.
Stegue – Again
Afro Pop/Reggae-Dancehall artiste, Stegue ahead of his much-anticipated EP, ‘Xpensive Style’, has released a cover song of Wande Coal’s hit song “Again”. Stegue said the song aligns with his agenda to appease his loyal fans before his debut EP which is set to be released soon. Asked why Stegue chose Coal’s song, he had this to say: “I believe in challenging myself and becoming the best, I am a fan of Coal’s work and my goal is to reach top flight and air out my dreams hence that ”.
PzeeFire – Suffer Suffer
‘Suffer Suffer’ talks about Africa, her struggles and how children continue to suffer all these years because of the failure of politicians to unite and manage our resources effectively in spite of Africa’s vast riches. In the song, Pzeefire admonishes Africans to stop relying on people in power who will only disappoint them but rather, soberly reflect on how we can all come together and unite to stop this seemingly endless Suffering.
Biqo Music featuring Tano Jackson – Palms
‘Palms’ begins with a sultry saxophone, enough to capture the attention of anyone who listens. The saxophone plays throughout the song, only stopping when the singer lays on his smooth vocals. Tano Jackson comes in with a melodic rap verse, switching up his cadence every few words. The song finishes off with a jazzy saxophone solo fit for a relaxing night.
Esbee – You No Fit
Esbee releases a fierce brand new single titled. The rap artist brings her hardest flows and lyrics to impress on the hard-hitting production, courtesy of DredW. DredW serves a hard 808 trap production, with a gritty bounce. Laying the perfect foundation for Esbee’s to come and shine. ‘You No Fit’ has Esbee’s lyrical content on high display, from spitting about being the badest girl to come through to no one else being on her level. She demonstrates a fair point and will be sure to keep you locked in from the moment you hit play.
Reggie (Sabi boy) Featuring Rhema Don – Celebrate
If you’re looking for hope and inspiration, the new Sabi Boy “Celebrate” track-assisted by Rhema provides the perfect positive soundtrack for a better day & this is very much needed right now as the world seems to be falling apart and people are walking around feeling so alienated.
WundaB Featuring AYLO & Mafeni – Levitation
From super-producer Wundab comes a sombre piece off his upcoming EP which questions the very nature. With heads lost in smoke clouds and an era in which the surreal is the norm, it serves as an anthem to the ‘vice’ and the levitated. Bringing together the unorthodox production of WundaB, hook melting abilities from AYLO and Mafeni’s raw yet witty lines, ‘Levitation’ is a manifestation of the inner psyche of three creators at the top of their game!
Projects
Dj Kwamzy – Amapiano To The World Volume 1
Amapiano is a genre/style of music that emerged in South Africa in 2012. Music is diverse and as much as it emerged in South Africa, several producers and musicians in and out of Africa have tried their hands on this genre and have made waves out of it. Ghanaian born Uk based producer Dj Kwamzy brings us ‘Amapiano To The World Volume 1’, a 5-track Amapiano playlist project with features from Yung D3mz, Kirani Ayat, Blaq Pages, BuMan and Ginius. If you’re new to the Amapiano genre, here’s a good way to start enjoying it.
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Chyme – Acknowledgements EP
One of the forefronts of the new wave of young artists in the Alté (alternative) scene, Canadian based Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer, chyme has just dropped his new EP ‘Acknowledgements’. The 8-track, high-energy tape recording is a melting pot of mixed genres infused with various cultures which he categorizes as an Afro-Fusion sound. “I just want to reach people who probably have new energy right now or people who just want to express themselves and are looking for energy. I feel like that’s what the EP is to me, it’s like an expose,” shares Chyme.
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Edem – Mood Swings
Edem’s ‘Mood Swings’ is explains the theme of the project. Talking about matters of the hearts in ‘Love’ which features Kelvynboy and Darko Vibes, life, the struggle and hustle of finding money, Efya is featured on the Ghanaian culture themed song ‘In Ghana’. Edem ends the project with the rap energetic song ‘Chidi’.
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Teebee – African Groove
Nigerian-Canadian artist Teebee has released his joint EP called “African Groove” with the talented producer KQ Beatz. ‘African Groove’ takes an experimental, daring approach to afrobeats while referencing memorable lines and slangs from classics in the said genre. Teebee is inspired by the sounds from all over Africa, which is evident on the first listen.
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Nano Shayray – Fell In A Trap
Nigerian singer Nano Shayray has released his second studio album titled” Fell in a Trap”. Fell in a Trap is a project that exhibits Nano’s versatility as he takes listeners on a tour, reaching into genres like Afrobeats, Trap, soul and World Music. Nano’s mission is re-stated in songs like the already pre-released Who Knows in which he addresses the possible struggles of his fans and speaks about his dreams and manifestations openly. He expresses his feelings in songs like Too Late, Parachute, Sad Song, Drunk Love, and Rodeo. However, the project doesn’t lack that high-energy as seen in Pegasus, Tellem, Ginger and No Sleep. Artists featured on the tape are Psycho YP, Claire Chapman, Zilla Oaks, Tret Malloy to mention a few. It also has the work of the best producers you can find around.
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