MUST LISTEN 059
Every week, we’ll be bringing you Must Listen: a series that's a compilation of rising artists along with songs that must be added to your everyday playlist. This week’s playlist consists of emerging acts like Priya Ragu, Rei Ami and Naomi Lareine. Turn on, tune in, and zone out.
As the first release since her debut EP Intro, “Boujee” is the recent fiery single by rising star DEJA. With its playful production and infectious energy, “Boujee” showcases exactly why DEJA is standing in her own lane carving her very individual place in the current soundscape.
Floridian artist marcos g dropped his latest single, “chicken little” this past Friday and we guarantee that one listen is enough to convince you to add this track to your playlist. Marcos g effortlessly sings an irresistible melody about loyalty in his relationship, while accompanied by a serene lyric music video making it effortless to sing along.
Hailing from South Korea and raised in Maryland, Rei Ami released a playful hip-hop track this past Friday titled, “Ricky Bobby.” Inspired by recently watching the classic, Talladega Nights, the artist delivers a feisty single along with a steamy music video that will make you naturally break out into a dance. We’re tuned in for more hits from Rei Ami’s debut mixtape due to drop this summer.
Miami-based artist, Ceci, recently released “Telly,” the first single off of her upcoming EP, Days of Disorder. The lyrics give the listener a peek into Ceci’s experience of growing up in a toxic partying scene in Miami, one where kids battled drug addictions and threw hotel parties so desperately wanting to be adults. Ceci is able to balance a somber scene with a catchy pop tune, making it seamless for every listener to follow along and enjoy the track.
Colombian/Italian artist and songwriter, Desta French, is an upcoming voice from London’s Latin music scene. Her latest single “Ojos Negros,” translating to “Black Eyes” perfectly captures her broad range of influences - from salsa to cumbia to Latin pop. Alongside YoSoyMatt, Desta captures the listener with her alluring vocals, regardless of language barriers, singing mainly in Spanish about being captivated by someone’s beautiful black eyes.
Tamil-Swiss musician Priya Ragu takes a spin on R&B, creating her own sounds as she blends influences from her Sri Lankan heritage. In her most recent track, “Chicken Lemon Rice,” we witness Priya’s remarkable vocals over an irresistibly danceable tune. Priya accompanies the song with a music video full of iconic looks - evidently becoming the upcoming talent to keep on your radar, we’re positive she won’t disappoint.
Marcos Terrones, better known by his moniker, ODDLIQUOR, is an upcoming artist and producer from Madrid, sharing his talents with the world as he focuses on an array of R&B, electric, Latino, and hip-hop music. “Tiro el Micro,” effortlessly showcases to listeners his love for experimenting with genres and successfully creating a fluid sound.
S.A.M. & Pritt, both London-based budding artists, create melodic sounds on their latest collaboration album, Take 2. “365” is one of the hits off of their project, in which we witness the duo beautifully blend their voices on a love song you cannot stop singing along to. Their undeniable talent only makes us eagerly anticipate their upcoming projects.
Hailing from Zurich, singer Naomi Lareine recently released her infectious single, “Red Room.” The promising artist consistently delivers sophisticated R&B tracks, and we look forward to the greatly gifted projects Naomi will release in the future.