Hot Off The Press
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.
Yoma – Loyalty
We all know who a good friend is, someone who would not do anything to purposely hurt you. I believe we’ve all found ourselves in a situation where friends betray us or hurt us. In this piece, Yoma shares with us his experience of betrayal and hurt by people he never expected it from.
Gafacci featuring Odartei – Like Chili
Gafacci features Ghanaian vocalist Odartei on his latest work entitled “Like Chili”.The producer combines Highlife grooves infused with Latin riffs and ambient strains on this airy production that urges listeners to shake a leg or two. The minimal arrangement and catchy melody become complete with the mellow voice of the singer and lyrics that make you reminisce about a deep affection.
Projects
Strongman – 10 am
Strongman’s debut “10 am” album boasts of good production and features from Medikal, Kelvynboy, Wendy Shay, Quamina Mp, Fameye, Akwaboah and Worlasi. Strong goes into his full rap/hip-hop elements to deliver 31 minutes of good rap and songs we can all jam to. The 10-track album will not only appeal to rap/hip-hop fans but also to all music lovers in general.
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Kaydee – Love Tales and Rythm
After much anticipation, Kaydeeikorin has released his mind-blowing and highly anticipated EP “Love Tales and Rhythm” This project as the title denotes takes you through a journey of a unique blend of Afro-pop sounds and other genres. Love Tales and Rhythm gives a soothing and rhythmic feeling alongside the vocal dexterity of the act with “Call me” as the Lead Single. This is a massive compilation of good music that you will always want to have on replay, all day.
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Worlasi & Drvmroll – DIOS EP
Worlasi and producer Drvmroll teamed up to deliver an Afrobeats tape “DIOS”. All wrapped in a rhythmically melodic afrobeats ensemble by Drvmroll that is guaranteed to have you feel what they’re feeling and get you dancing simultaneously.
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Darkovibes – Cornerstone
Darkovibes returns after 7 months of releasing his debut solo album with a new mixtape titled ‘Cornerstone’. Unlike his album Kpanlogo, Cornerstone is a full hip-hop tape taking us back to his prime and the genre he started with. Artistes featured on the tape are RJZ, Humble Dis, Vision DJ and Sarkodie. Check it out and bump to it.
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Kiddblack – Loaded Weapons
Kiddblack has been releasing freestyles all throughout the year with one or two singles but it looks like there’s a lot more he has to say and he does it perfectly in his new Altranova produced single “Loaded Weapons”. A 3-minutes hip-hop/rap song which is typical of Kidd, loaded with bars and punchlines and perfect for the morning.
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Davido – A Better Time
Following his 2019 album, “A Good Time”, Davido comes through with a new album titled “A Better Time”. Amidst everything that’s been happening in Nigeria, Davido’s 17-track album is the perfect fun and exciting project we all need. Exceptional features from some of the worlds best artists; Nicki Minaj, Mayorkun, Chris Brown, Young Thug, Lil Baby, Mugeez, Ckay, Nas, Sho Madjozi, Bella Shmurda and Sauti Sol. A Better Time is a fun and exciting album, we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
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Amaarae – The Angel You Know
Amaarae finally drops her debut album titled “The Angel You Know”. The most significant and extraordinary thing about her music is her vocals; angelic and so soothing to the ears. The 12 track album features verses from Kojey Radical, Cruel Santino, Odunsi the engine, Ckay and a host of other amazing artists. Amaarae takes us on a journey to her magical world filled with good vibes and pure energy. Amazing productions, great features, the album is certainly a 10 out of 10.
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Gidochi – Mixed Feelings
Gidochi describes “Mixed Feelings” as a representation of our youthful heart and all it bears. The pain, love, joy, emotions and all that comes with it is perfectly captured in this 7-track EP. Whatever feeling you are experiencing, there’s a track on mixed feelings you will definitely relate to.
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Updated frequently. Add to your library if you’re feeling it.
