NEW SOUNDS – WEEK 37
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. The “Hot Off The Press” playlist is available on Apple Music, Spotify and Audiomack
This list will be updated every day with new sounds released this week till Sunday.
Yung Demz, Uche B & Boye ‘The Genius’ – Dangerous
Producers expanding their art from producing to making their own songs is something we need to start getting used to. Yung D3mz, Uche B and Boye The Genius and Uche have teamed up to bring us a collab EP titled “Girls Like You”. The first single off the tape produced by Uche B is “Dangerous” and according to Yung “Some girls are just dangerous. They make you step out of your element. They match your energy. They’re the ones your mama warned you about”. His mum warned him about girls like that but that’s exactly what he wants and nothing can be done about it.
Skillz8Figure – Yakpa
In a world where everyone is trying to work hard and play smart, Skillz believes that no one can really have it all. “Yakpa” which means plenty in Yoruba language is his first single after the release of his hit tape “Gangsta Luv”. He plays the lover boy role in the Uche B produced song sending a message of wanting more even though he has enough. I guess it’s safe to say he’s an ‘Oliver Twist’, he wants everything from his lover in abundance.
Tibu – Amnesia
Tibu has been on a music hiatus since his last release “stay by plan” which featured Kelvynboy. He makes a comeback with his Afro-fusion banger “Amnesia”. This song like every Yammy tune speaks of a girl; nice and bad girl, it goes on to build the connection between the mood/feelings in their relationship and the strain. The Zodivc beat layered with 808 with the Yammy vibes is to put you in the same mood so as to feel, relate and better understand the story being told.
Major Skyscrappa – Errday
“Errday” is a hip-hop slang representing “EVERYDAY”. “Errday” is a hip-hop song by Skyscrapa which speaks to the lifestyle in the various hoods/areas he grew up in, from the streets of Lagos to the streets of Accra. Skyscrapa glorifies the “boys boys” way of life, ghetto vibes while giving listeners a melody to jam and party too.
Supa Gaeta featuring Oxlade – Text Me
Supa Gaeta releases a new song titled “Text Me” featuring Oxlade. The song explores self-isolation in this period with Supa Gaeta assuring his lover that distance cannot break them apart during the pandemic. Supa Gaeta is a fast-rising Ghanaian artist and teams up with Nigerian, Lagos based singer Oxlade who is highly rated in the Nigerian music scene.“Text Me” is released ahead of his forthcoming EP which he calls, SUPA SZN. Over the years Supa Gaeta has been leaving us with hints that point to a project he seemed to be working on and we cannot wait for it.
MindTigallo – Energy
MindTigallo bets big on his latest vibe-filled entry, ‘Energy‘. The budding singer flaunts his trendy taste of music and style on what’s in line to be a booming treat for fans in the coming weeks. Linking up with Afrourbanplugg, MindTigallo’s ‘Energy’ is a synthesis of Hip-Hop and other fruity influences. It’s composed of light lyrics, an entrancing production and notably, pacifying vocals which seamlessly blend with the above to emulate a dreamy sequence.
Wizkid – No Stress
Finally, Wizkid’s “Made In Lagos” has been slated for the 15th of October, 2020. I don’t know about you but we are super hyped and we can’t wait for it. If you loved the first single off the album “Smile” featuring H.E.R, then brace yourself for new release, “No Stress”. This song is a classic for people who love good vibes, good melodies and it’s a perfect song for a lover’s session. Nobody does it better than the Starboy.
Tems – Damages
Nigeria’s alte princess Tems comes through with a new song “Damages”. Tems is no longer the baby she was so she’s asking for her freedom as she sings “Back then when I was a new youngie, surely you tryna run on me”, In this song, she sings about how she’s worked things out on her own and won’t allow anyone holds her back or treat her in a bad way. We agree with Tems and we believe in empowerment and fighting for one’s freedom to avoid future damages.
Moh – High me
Ghanaian Afrobeat singer and songwriter, Mohammed Mouazzen aka Moh is steadily becoming a force to reckon within the music industry as per his chain of brilliant releases. Produced by Beat Monsta, ‘High Me’ is a buoyant love song that reverberates the beauty of Moh’s s compositions. It’s a clever mix of smooth downtempo beats and strings by Nigeria’s finest guitarist, Fiokee; a combination which gracefully ferries Moh’s emotive vocals to one Maria. When asked about his personal thoughts and expectations for ‘High Me’, Moh was quite upbeat in his response: ”It’s a song I’m very proud of and can’t wait to let loose. I’m confident ‘High Me’ will exceed the support of my previous releases; ‘Belinda’ and ‘Wahala’, from the music community.
Louz and the Yakuza – Amigo
Amigo is Lous’ fourth song off her upcoming album “Gore” set to be released on the 16th of October. “Amigo” which means “Friend” in Spanish sees Lous describe the type of world she lives in, an evil world where people/friends try as much as they can to bring you down when they see you working hard to the top. She was made to believe that everything is going to be fine but now she finds herself fighting the evil that surrounds her just to be able to get to the top.
KwakuBs featuring Fameye – Adakatea
KwakuBs enlists Fameye on “Adakatea” off his “Live Free” album scheduled for the 2nd of October this year. The Nxwrth produced song is a hi-life song that gives us good feelings. The song talks about issues of life with an emphasis on living life your own way, staying happy and not living to please anyone.
Simi – No Longer Beneficial
If you’ve ever been in a “friends with benefit” type of relationship, you’ll understand and enjoy this song better. There comes a time when people want more than just the benefits they entered a relationship for. In Simi’s case, she just wants to have a good time not stuck up with any relationship, so if the relationship is not giving you the benefit you want, take a step back and walk away. Listen here
Kimilist – Leave Me Alone
Mimlife Records signed act Kimilist breaks his silencer with a new rap piece he calls “Leave Me Alone”. On the JOSHUA3DEM produced single off his Capo Freestyle sessions, the rapper touches on various issues from girls, dating and growing up in a society where people are judgemental and unsupportive.
Gold Kay – Party
Fusing elements of Afrobeats, R&B and Dancehall music together to deliver on his new single, ‘Party’ comes on the back of the success of Goldkay’s latest single ‘Like That’, which has already amassed over 100,000+ streams in just a few months. Created in collaboration with Accra-based production duo, Ugly x Tough, ‘Party’ is an exciting summertime track and instant party starter. With its infectious melodies, lush synth keys and glorious bassline, the song sees Goldkay in celebratory mode. According to the London-based artist, “I made ‘Party’ whilst I was on holiday with friends at Rotterdam Carnival last year. We were celebrating each other’s recent achievements, throwing parties all day and having the best summer, that’s why the track is so perfect for celebrating and having a good time”.
Dj P Montana featuring King Promise & Eugy – Gifty
Following his first single of the year “Come My Way”. P. Montana the leading figurehead of the UK Afrobeats scene returns with his new single “Gifty” featuring the Ghanaian heavyweights’ King Promise and Eugy. “Gifty” sees P. Montana return to his authentic vibrant Afro-infused sound – alongside the well-known King Promise (notable for his singles ‘Commando’ and ‘Tokyo’ featuring WizKid) Eugy (known for the ‘Dance For Me’ collaboration with Mr Eazi and ‘Tick Tock’ exceptionally blending well.
Shabazz featuring Almighty Trei – Pon Mission
Renowned for dropping heavy bar flows, Shabazz switches styles on “Pon Mission” as he croons over an afro-infused Almighty Trei calibrated production. Almighty Trei doubles as a featured artist on the record, playing an instrumental role in bringing the classic joint to its full form. According to Shabazz “Pon Mission” is intended to set the tone for a soon-to-be-released debut project under the Labadi Music imprint.
Mills featuring Yxng Chapz – Switched Up
Holland-based Ghanaian artist known by the name Mills partners with eclectic producer $iribeatz a.k.a. Wondakid Siri to make this classic drill tune titled “Switched Up” featuring upcoming Ghanaian artist Yxng Chapz. The song sends a message to people who chase their dreams with their gang and switch upon them when they become famous. It’s also a message to fake people, while the artist Yxng Chapz verse talks about how you can not count on anyone in life because people will definitely switch up on you when things get tough and when times change.
Projects
Fameye – Greater Than
For his debut album, Fameye blends highlife, Aftobeats and a bit of hip-hop into a 10-track album titled “Greater Than”. Singing on themes like life, love, hustle, life’s choices amongst others, Fameye features Manifest, Kidi, B4bonah, Amakye The Rapper, Pappy Kojo and Bisa Kdei. With hit singles like Long Life and Nothing, I Get, expect nothing but greatness from Fameye.
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Asquad – Press Kit 2 The Journey
Asquad is a musical collective and all-round cultural movement based in Accra, Ghana. “We term the music we create as FU, a blend of our influences from listening to multiple genres of music. Our sound is “Feels” inspired and we seek to create music that resonates deeply while all the same entertaining the listener.” listener. “Press Kit 2 The Journey” is the second edition of their annual Album and the name is symbolic of the album’s presentation of Asquad to audiences old and new and the steady motion of the collective to its full potential. The album features vocals from Marince Omario, The ART, Last Born, Badax, Larry Manuel The FlowerBoy, Clarence DVS, Humphrey Musiq, Freddie Gambini and Berd who are all members of Asquad. The thematic message of patience and perseverance is spread out on 5 tracks; Charriot, David Nyame, Tsui Bleoo, Benz and Move.
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