A monthly roundup of some of our favourite new sounds.
1. Victoria Monét – Jaguar
Singer/ songwriter Victoria Monét has released her debut project including the single, “Ass Like That”. Most known for her work with Ariana Grande, she presents us futuristic R&B infused with Lo-Fi pop.
2. Jayla Darden – Demonstrate
The 22-year-old Detroit native provides a new single reminiscent of a 90’s R&B beat that could have been from Timbaland or Missy Elliot. The singer prides herself on being her own songwriter and producer for her music.
3. Coi Leray – Now or Never – EP
The 23-year-old rapper from New Jersey demonstrates her ability to keep us interested with features like Gunna and Sevyn Streeter. A very entertaining project which makes me excited for her future.
4. Lous and The Yakuza – Laisse-moi feat. Hamza
Almost a year after releasing her debut single, “Dilemme”, the Congolese-Belgian rapper/ singer delivers a new single featuring the popular Hamza. She’s developed a French smooth trap signature sound of her own.
5. SET – How I Feel
The rap trio from London drops a feel-good and debut song useful to all women. “How you gonna handle this? That’s how I feel” that’s my energy!
Written by Tezira Byabusha