DUPLIC8 is the product of months spent in isolation creating an alternative take on the emerging Toronto sound. Capturing inflections of R&B, pop, and trap, DUPLIC8’s music is merged with additional uncanny ideas and echoing feels to make something different from today’s standards in music that moves you.
“FADE AWAY,” the first single from DUPLIC8’s forthcoming debut body of work, describes the changes in mindset one needs to implement to maneuver through changes in circumstance.
A natural storyteller who crafts melodies and narratives with intelligence and ease, singer-songwriter Rob Williams is known for his compelling, character-driven songs. With the August 28 release of his fourth solo album, Weathering the Storm, Vol. 1, Williams shares his most moving and intimate work yet.
There is a common misconception that people who write songs and play music have a deep seated desire to be famous. It’s as if “making it” in music is somehow connected with celebrity. “Nameless,” the first single to be shared from the full-length, is about doing what you love even if it contradicts convention.
Today, singer, songwriter and producer Casely has released the official music video for his hit single “Rude Boy Summer” in collaboration with fellow Trinidadian artist Braveboy. Reminiscent of an old school dancehall summer jam with some deep bass feels, Casely’s magnetic video provides a vibrant way for fans to close out the whirlwind known as Summer 2020. The storyline also features two captivating leading ladies: DJ Jessy ‘PeeWee’ Berrios and Instagram influencer Karolina Achong.
The audio was a part of a “double release” earlier this summer, which was premiered by Rolling Stone India. Scope Magazine refers to it as, “the respire we all need in a chaotic time.”
The final moments of the video pay tribute to DJs all over the world who’s performances and livelihood have been impacted by COVID-19.
Casely is Miami-born and the son of Trinidadian and Panamanian parents and has been featured by Rolling Stone India, CNN, MTV, BET, Seventeen Magazine, Vents Magazine, Scope Magazine, The Hype Magazine, Enspire Magazine and many others. Previously signed by Epic Records and Ultra Records, he’s recognized for his suave vocals, unique production and collaborations with Pitbull, DJ Khaled, Flo Rida and Lil Jon.
As a multi-instrumentalist, his charming and effortless production and style of singing and songwriting are influenced by varied artists ranging from Prince and Michael Jackson, to Death Cab for Cutie and John Mayer. Casely will be number one on your playlist with dance-worthy hits like “Rude Boy Summer”, “Nena” and “Midnight” (with Pitbull).
Casely attended Boston’s world-famous Berklee College of Music on a full-ride scholarship as a classically trained pianist. His national and international live performances include Miami’s Calle Ocho concerts, The Barbados Music Festival and a European concert tour. Check out “Sweat” featuring Lil Jon and Machel Montano and “Emotional” with Flo Rida.
“I think now more than ever, people are scared to be creative and different. But it’s the people who step outside the box who are going to win.” – Casely
Having already made a name for herself through her signature rhythmic and harmonically adventurous art pop, Jessica Stuart joined forces with producers Robyn Dell’Unto (LU KALA, Good Lovelies etc.) and Devon Henderson (Valery Gore, Running Red Lights etc.) to become JESSA, smashing layers of playful guitars and vocals into an indie-pop package, singing about trying to keep the joy in everyday life while navigating the world and all of its curve-balls.
JESSA’s newest single “Airplane Mode” comes ahead of the project’s debut full length, Simple Songs, out September 2020. JESSA wanted the track to have a laidback summertime vibe and to tell a story many of us can relate to about what it feels like at the beginning of a new romance.
Travelling across the subgenres of indie is Päter (they/them), a bold, irreverent new force in music. Päter’s songwriting navigates themes of self-discovery and mental health with a lighthearted touch.
Full of good vibes, the main goal of SOLE was to be honest, but honestly good-intentioned and optimistic. It’s a pick ‘n’ mix of genres for people to take what speaks to them and hold it close. Above all, SOLE inspires acceptance for the bits of us we want to push away.
New single, “Sleep,” is about feeling powerless in turbulent circumstances. Right now feels like a transitional time where the past isn’t worth returning to and the future is full of uncertainty;
“Sleep” grapples with that collective feeling of limbo.
Listen into “Sleep” below, and Päter’s debut self-produced EP, SOLE, is officially out now!
After realizing he wasn’t cut out for music school, Gabe O’Brien-Szczesniak dropped out and created his first album. He’s now releasing his debut under the moniker Low Float starting with the single “Here Before”.
“Here Before” is a moody groove-driven R&B/pop track that was written and produced by Low Float.
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