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Amie Blu - “Are We Alright”

19-year-old Alternative R&B singer/songwriter Aime Blu drops her third single “Are We Alright.” Produced by Humble the Great and AKA Block, The song tells a story About being co-dependent and trying to justify someone's actions by reflecting back to the good times, even though things will never change. The track is a slow, downbeat tempo accompanied by rich, soulful vocals and a smooth R&B guitar tone that dances throughout the song. “Are we Alright” is Blu’s third released single that is followed by “All for you” and “Another Lifetime” Hailing over from South London, the 19-year-old singer/songwriter crosses between genres and timelines while creating music that reaches out to young people today. Blu has a five-track project dropping on April 29th. She is one to keep on the lookout.

Good Fortune - “I Know”

“I Know” occupies the kind of gentle space in a pastel room, it’s a spring breeze with a sparkling drink with a healthy bit of melancholy attached. Good Fortune (Toronto-based visual artist/singer Kelly McNulty) is designing a sound that lives in the space between mid-20th century, English and French pop. 

Lyrically, McNulty chooses optimism about the hard work towards your craft and validates its listener's choices of where to spend their attention. Her words are accompanied by a driving bassline, creating a groove amongst McNulty’s sultry vocals and lounge-style upright piano. Seaside guitar tones intermingle with her vocal riffing. 

Good Fortune has a debut album in the works for a Spring release.

Katie Phelan - “Duvet Day”

Katie Phelan’s voice on her second single release, “Duvet Day” will make you feel like you are being wrapped in a warm blanket. As Phelan welcomes you into her bedroom with cozy acoustic guitar and a calming energy. As she sings “I am so tired, and I don’t know why” it becomes clear that the duvet day in question is a phenomenon we all experience. The track perfectly encapsulates the feeling of not wanting to get up and out of bed, particularly when you’re sharing that space with someone you love. This song is a clear respite from the work day and will cure you of any midweek blues.

girlhouse - “cool guy”

Lauren Luiz, known to fans as girlhouse, has recently released “cool guy”, a single that gives us a window into her forthcoming third ep. With smooth and confident vocals Luiz leads listeners into her thoughts on what the term means to her: “‘cool guying’ means to acquire a slight amount of clout and become a complete weirdo…I had an ex that got mad at me for calling him ‘cool’ and that was really confusing to me until he ended up actually being very very ‘cool.’” Luiz achieves the distinct sound with this song, which makes me personally feel like I am starring in my own early 2000s music video. If you want a song to sing dramatically with your windows down, this is the song for you.

yours - “RIP”

Not a lot is known about Jouran Harper aka yours but his latest single “RIP” is a genuine track with insanely euphoric instrumentals. Yours has vocals that are reminiscent of Tame Impala and the lyrics are emit such a stong sense of emotion that speaks for themselves. His single has been added “Sparkling indie”, “Ones to watch”, and “The Alfitude A-list” playlist on spotify.

KAIRO - “Anymore Anyway”

Nigerian-born, Texas-raised pop/R&B duo, KAIRO dropped their latest single “Anymore Anyway” which is the third track off their new EP “Love Letters From Houston.” Which drops on May 25th. KAIRO states: “’Anymore Anyway’ captures the longing feeling we all have after a breakup -- the lingering questions, the what-ifs. This song reflects on our former relationships and heartaches — the countless memories we shared, all the days we spent together on those long stairs in Cy-Fair and that empty feeling that sinks in once it all fades away.” The track is a lighthearted song that is filled with beautiful harmonies, led by acoustic guitar, and bittersweet lyrics that gets you in your feelings. KAIRO started off on Tiktok and started by doing song covers and has gained a global fan base. “We have been creating and surrounded by music since we were little kids,” says KAIRO. “Whether it was singing in our father’s church, battling on the stage of our school’s talent shows, or posting covers of other artists' original work, the love for music has always been there.” KAIRO is set to perform a debut show in their hometown on May 25th.

Shady Cove - “Summer Days”

Shady Cove, a band named for a small town in Oregon, comprises Sarah Rose and Sarah Nienaber. These two have touched on the best way to describe the feeling in the air right now- the “waiting for summer days”. With beautiful soaring vocals and textured synths leads listeners to suspend time and float in the ether for 2 minutes and 42 seconds, before being set back down onto the earth. This exciting new project for Rose and Nienabar, formerly of Candace, celebrates “always searching for the right place, the good place, the landing place, the final resting place” according to Nienabar. 

Pattern Pusher - “Holding On”

A traditional jam session turns into slapstick comedy in the new video for “Holding On” by Pattern Pusher. The aspect ratio condenses, contracts, and almost erases the band entirely as they avoid it in Chaplin-esque hijinks soundtracked by the track’s catchy disco throwback.

“Holding On” carries a positive message about choosing a “perfect life story” in the face of an adversary. The music could not be sunnier, tailor-made for a dance floor. Has the same kind of groove you’d expect from Vulfpeck or Silk Sonic. Each member sounds in complete lockstep with each other; production that allows each instrument to read clearly and detailed.

You can catch Pattern Pusher on a tour of the UK this summer. 

 

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