NEW SOUNDS – WEEK 38
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.
BuMan featuring Skillz8Figure – Spend Time
The Labadi Music signee hooks up with Ground Up’s Skillz for new song “Spend Time”. Produced by DJ Kwamzy, the song’s production swells from a thick bass bounce, layered with drums that flares to a full-bodied, piano-flushed sing-a-long; Skillz lays his calm vocals on the song with a shedding verse, crafting a mood type of song in the process. Stream “Spend Time” on all platforms.
Rhamani – Pepeni
International afro dance artist Rhamani releases “Pepeni” featuring Dahlin Gage, an official single from Rhamani’s upcoming debut EP Just Rhamani. In addition to “Pepeni” & his previously released hit dance tracks, “FAWO” & “Legedis”, the project will feature three Afropop songs showcasing his duality as an artist. Rhamani has been putting the finishing touches on his EP throughout quarantine, while also building his Major Clique imprint, which serves as a medium for aspiring creatives to grow their brands.
Runtown – Kini Issue
Runtown returns from a little break, with a new hit titled “Kini issue” (Yoruba for “what’s the issue”)! From the ardent harmonies to the “classic Runtown”-a pattern of the song or the soulful saxophone, this mid-tempo track is pure Soundgod creation. In this song, the Soundgod Music Group singer and songwriter is letting go of the yesteryears and focusing on the good vibes that he’s known for. If you missed his sounds hurry and go listen to it, it is out on all platforms! Enjoy.
Almighty Trei – Bounce
Almighty Trei drops a new single titled ‘Bounce’ which features the Hausa rap god Kirani Ayat, rap technician Shabazz, Ad-lib god $pacely and French geniuses Cyano-GêNe and Takel. The song was produced by KAYSO. The video was shot by Amanor Blac of Outlaw Philmz was premiered on Almighty Trei’s YouTube channel; The crazy line of these talented artistes jump on a drill beat and make a great show of good artistry mixing English, Hausa, French and Pidgin in their flows.
Moor Sound – Obaasima Pt 2
After his success with his first major single of the year, “Obaasima”, music producer, Moor Sound is back with a Pt 2 of the song. This time, with an additional verse from Yaa Pono, “Obaasima Pt 2” still delivers that summery vibe that’s reminiscent of good times, great people and a good time. The song comes as the first official single off the young producer’s upcoming debut solo album to be released on the 16th of October. The album, aptly titled Summertime Sound is going to introduce fans of Moor Sound and music lovers as a whole to a different side of him. Away from his well-known hip-hop productions, Moor Sound’s Summertime Sound will be a pleasant fusion of afrobeats and Caribbean sounds coupled with carefully chosen features that will take listeners on an eargasmic trip.
PlayDredW – LOML
Producer-artist pairings looks to be a thing in the recent past, with DredW and WondaBoy being the latest to add to that roster. “LOML,” as a song has a steady catchy groove, on which Wondaboy flexes his amazing songwriting and singing skills. The sweet saxophone melodies definitely added some spice to this great piece. The two first linked up on Chocomilo and the two look like an unstoppable duo. Listen to “LOML” below.
Aka Blay featuring Trigmatic – Susanna
Veteran Ghanaian musician and of the nation’s finest guitarists, Aka Blay teams up with Trigmatic to deliver a beautiful ballad for your absolute listening pleasure. Titled ”, Aka Blay and Trigmatic perform the song as a duet, with their silky vocals and cadence stringed together by guitar strings which are wholesome to the soul. Like the song’s title, Susanna is the mystery girl and centrepiece of this sweet-sounding tune. Both artists sing their hearts out to the damsel, calling on her to come back home. Accordingly, Aka Blay describes himself as a man constantly in search of new musical knowledge, with no signs of slowing down. ‘Susanna’ sounds original as it is charming, it’s a perfect blend of strings and vocals, pieced together elegantly to brighten up your soul. So, crank up your volume and enjoy this beautiful love song from Aka Blay and Trigmatic here.
Ogidi Brown featuring Cryme Officer – Yese Menye
Ogidi Brown x Cryme Officer slam critics and naysayers in new song ‘Yese Menye’. OGB music head, Ogidi Brown and Cryme Officer link up to give us a brand new banger titled ‘Yese Menye’. The Afrobeat anthem was produced by Body Beatz and opens up about how people have spoken down on the artists. Ogidi Brown sings that everywhere you find yourself in life, you’ll come across people who aren’t good: from within your own family, to society to the church. ‘Yese Menye’ comes with a video and can be watched via the link below.
O’bkay featuring Fameye – Obra Kwan
Music sensation O’BKAY comes with another classic new single titled “Obra Kwan“. The song features Fameye and they make amazing chemistry. O’BKAY has continually proven to be one of the best, he goes on to show versatility in his music with this classic new single “Obra Kwan”, after the successful release of his rap songs Slay King and massive banger earlier this year titled ALL DAY featuring Shaker. This new single hints on the journey of life and the hustle to become great. “Obra Kwan” is a Highlife-Afrobeat fusion created with indigenous African sounds produced by ITZCJ, Mixed and Mastered by EDDYKAY BEATZ. This classic new single comes with an amazing video directed by Director Kofi Awuah II.
Hannes OF – Bout Da Cedi
Hannes OF, an Accra-based artist/songwriter, releases a new single titled “ Bout Da Cedi” which features fellow Rap-Artist FJace. The record gives off very dark distinctive sinister feels and was mixed, mastered and produced by JNKVNGZ.
UD Mavin featuring Krachi – Ifeaoma
UD Marvin, a singer-songwriter serves a fusion of Afrobeat and Afro-Pop on new single ‘Ifeoma‘, taken off his upcoming EP. The Big Brain-produced tune talks about love and how much he enjoys the company of his sweetheart. Flaunting his multilingual prowess on this song, UD Marvin blends a Nigerian and Ghanaian flavour as he works his way into the heart of his lady. ”This is just a teaser off my upcoming EP. There’s more to come so fans should enjoy this for the moment”, expresses UD Marvin.
Joe, Shegs and Remy – Raasclaat
Joe, Shegs and Remy are Irish born artists with a Congolese background looking to make an impact in not only the Irish scene but internationally. Their new single “Raasclaat” consists of fast flows and a catchy hook which talks about how they are focused on the mission and will not let anybody get in their way.
Kill Beatz featuring Ofori Amponsah & King Promise – Odo Nti
For years, Killbeatz has been a household name behind some of Ghana’s biggest hits and even beyond. From the journey with R2BESS to the birth of Legacy Life Entertainment, being behind a major part of King Promise’s breakthrough and winning Grammy award for producing Ed Sheran’s Boa Me. Years after Killbeatz is set to release his hi-life project with King Promise and Ofori Amponsah titled “Love and Happiness”. The first single “Odo Nti ” is out and it has nothing but love feels, enjoy this new one while we wait for the entire project, which will be released next week.
Pure Akan featuring Efya – Mensei Da
In the video for “Mensei Da” Akan is keeping strong and hopeful of a good time ahead, he holds no feelings back and neither does Efya. Seen in the backseat of a car with a number plate saying divorced, Akan rides through moments of a break up to a happy ending where he gets love in abundance. Each scene is symbolic, going through a divorce with a heartbreak, rejecting calls from Odo to finding a new love where he gets pampered. Whilst Efya packs out of her bad relationship to a new loving life, Akan celebrates rather than crying over his old past.
Amo Achilles – Innocence
Amo Achille, the frequent collaborator and producer of the Afrobeat rising star, Bizzy Salifu gears up to release his first album, beginning with the release of his first single titled ‘Innocence‘. At the crossroads of Afro House, Dancehall and 90s R&B, Amo Achille’s music, sensual at will, is this subtle mix of genres ready to arouse your senses. The Belgian producer and singer of Congolese/South African origins has indeed reached artistic maturity and arrives very soon with his first album titled ”Mistress”.
Nagyi – Stressed But Blessed
“Stressed But Blessed”, an incredible Hip Hop tune with production credit going to the Pops Muzik, mixed and mastered by VT of the Candy Factory Studios. Nagyi tells a story about counting your blessings as you strive to overcome adversities; appreciating each step you take in your journey to attain your goals.
Projects
Krosszn – Fingers Crossed EP
Fingers Krossed an E.P by Krosszn is a collective of songs which paint the picture of a generation which “wilds out” to escape the reality and their version of inevitable. A generation which basically fears commitment, because they feel as though it would always lead to heartbreak. The project sends the message that it is always best to be yourself rather than run away, love if you want, the party of you want; just do you. This leads us to the feeling of uncertainty the project makes us aware of, hence the name “Fingers Krossed”. Krosszn’s features on his E.P are well calculated. The second lead single Challenge features the very talented RnB boy Loti. They tried something new and made a trap soul record a record with so much meaning. All artistes involved complimented each other’s sound to create magic. Other songs on the E.P like Zombie (produced by Tactical Beatz), EVA & Magic (which are based on life experiences) give off pure vibes and really welcomes us to Krosszn’s sound.
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Justin Ug – Vibes with Ug
Nigerian multifaceted artist, Justin Ug graces the scene with a 2-track EP, “Vibes with Ug” where he expands his scope by joining forces with Nano Shayray and Jaay. Heavily carried by rhythmic Afrobeat melodies, both tracks dominantly dwell on the theme of love, bringing out the yearning one has towards their significant other. Produced by BadTheSoundBoy, “Monalisa” is a track that immediately demands your attention with its infectious melodies. The protagonist intends to clear the air by addressing his doubts by begging her lover to say she loves him and not the money “…No dey play my head oh Why you make me doubt say you love me not my money…” Justin showcases a more upbeat style on “Bridget”, the second track of this debut. Here we see the singer use his witty wordplay and honest lyricism to let his intentions be known in a fun bubbly manner to capture the emotions of new love“…I’ve been searching for so long for somebody to love me like you…”. This single is produced by FK.
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Kiddfresh – When We Get There
“When We Get There” is a project which serves as a prelude to “A Beautiful Day” a mixtape which is slated to be released next year. This project is a compilation of ideas and songs which didn’t make the original project. However, it successfully depicts what is going on in the mind of the artiste including his feelings and everything he’s going through on his journey to Stardom.
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Töme – I Pray
Töme is not standing still. In a year riddled with unprecedented challenges and land-marked by momentous movements, Töme’s voice has continued to break forth through it all, merging diasporic influences with rhythms from West Africa in her exciting interpretation of afro-fusion. Bigger Than 4 Walls, her 2020 album, brought her vision to the fore with its sashays and calming influences that segued, at times, into a warm party feel, getting critical acclaim and respect from her colleagues. The French-Canadian-Nigerian continues to work hard at fine-tuning her burgeoning sound in spite of all that has come. Her latest, a three-song pack, titled “I Pray” is as much a show of Töme’s multi-cultural diversity as it is an acceptance of the small mercies of 2020, the miracles that seemed improbable but became possible regardless. This gospel-tinged body of work features Töme singing over warm guitar riffs in English on the original song, in French on a remix, and trading verses with Sean Kingston on another remix with a distinct spry patois cadence that accentuates her flow and makes her case more sturdy and resonant.
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WACL – The New Wave Vol 1
WACL presents its Debut Mixtape “The New Wave vol 1”, WACL is an art collective somewhere in between the lines of Music, visuals, fashion and sculpture. The New Wave vol 1 is a mixtape that can sincerely not be described in words as this 6 track “made in Ikorodu” mixtape composes of sounds and vibrations created from some of the most Nigerian Africans, a sound truly described as THE NEW WAVE. Featured artists on the tape are OnlyoneGDA, OnlyoneWav and Kasie who also produced the tape.
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