MUST LISTEN 077
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 Ferdous, Chrissi, and Oberhofer. Turn on, tune in, and zone out.
Electro R&B singer-songwriter, Ferdous, is back with his latest track “Trust/Verify.” The track follows with a minimalistic production that effortlessly floats over dreamy succulent synths that create this dreamy soundscape coated in silky vocals and lush electronic textures.
UK-based artist Chrissi shares her latest single, “Lady Kisses” to kick off her debut EP, Back In The Day. Over the moody haze of producer MckNasty and DetoNate spacious beats and languid keys, Chrissi ruminates on being taken for granted as a lover. Vinyl crackle gives way to her voice, smokey and soulful, as she sings with the weight of a lesson learned.
Cinematic and captivating Oberhofer, the musical project of Brad Oberhofer, releases “SUNSHiiNE” featuring Shamir and Nick Valensi. This track is the lead single for his first album after a six-year hiatus, Smothered, which fashions songs from the sparks of his own creative perseverance, through personal tragedy, professional uncertainty, and existential crises.
21-year-old Brett Castro is curating the soundtrack for suburbia. On his latest track, “Movies In The Backyard,” the NYC-based artist fuses elements of electro R&B with indie-pop to create an intimate portrait of growing up in a small town. This track is a nostalgic indie-pop treat, with intimate vocal ascending atop a choir of guitars and catchy bassline.
Latest Def Jam signee, ilham returns after over a year with her hypnotic track, “gang signs.” Accompanying this smoky and sultry track is a video directed by Lauren Dunn which features the rising star around her native Queensbridge housing. After working independently for years, this track is credited as her lead single for an upcoming project due in 2022.
Breakout artist ALEMEDA shines on her latest track “Gonna Bleach My Eyebrows.” Pulling inspiration for her songs directly from her own life, ALEMEDA has never shied away from displaying an unapologetic look at her genuine self. The track is drenched in a familiar and comforting nostalgic Y2K flare that has us craving more from the young artist.
KALLITECHNIS
Montreal native KALLITECHNIS is breaking through with her unique and eclectic style of R&B. Standout track from her latest EP, Because It Feels So Good, “HOLD ME DOWN” featuring Kofi is a playful introspective track that focuses on communication in a relationship.
Meshing together influences from hip-hop, pop, and R&B, claire is an eclectic mix of what kezia is able to do. Unveiling the deluxe version of her debut comes swinging with the irresistible and catchy track “roller coaster” featuring Rexx Life Raj. The song is refreshing and versatile, showcasing her infectious flow, witty wordplay, and untenable confidence.