Overwhelm by all the new music coming out? Here’s a selection of our favorite tracks released this past week, from emerging to most established artists, this is your weekly soundtrack!
Rosalia – Saoko
Recently Spanish singer and songwriter Rosalia teamed up with The Weeknd for the debut single of her upcoming new record “Motomami”. In the meantime she just drops a new banger, “Saoko” and believe us, it’s already iconic!
Annael – Nous ft. Adèle Castillon
Annael grew up between Congo, Moscow and Paris but seems to be living between the ’70s and ’90s now. Freshly signed to Columbia Records, he revealed his first official major debut single featuring actress and singer Adèle Castillon. “Nous” is a smooth and groovy vintage ballad that will go on repeat.
Niko B – I had a fist fight with an emo outside subway
UK sensation Niko B has shared an absurdist new single “ I had a fistfight with an emo outside subway”, an absurdist love letter to life, subculture, and having fun with friends. Make sure to follow this lo-fi and bedroom pop-inspired singer, he is a genius!
UTO – This new phase
French witch-pop duo UTO has just signed to Parisian indépendant label Infiné and celebrated this with a new single. “This New Phase” is a dark and addictive repetitive track that can be perfect for your upcoming rave parties. A new album is coming out later this year, so be ready to dance!
Myd – The sun feat. Jawny
The Sun’ is the new single by French indie-dance eccentric musician Myd which features vocals courtesy of US alt-pop savant Jawny. This French sun-kissed anthem features on Myd debut album “Born A Loser ” which came out last year via Ed Banger Records.
Amaarae – Sad girls luv money (remix) feat. Kali Uchis & Moliy
Ghanaian-American musician Amaarae released her debut album “The Angel You Don’t Know” last year. Her song “Sad Girlz Luv Money” which was originally with Moliy is now having a remix version with a feature from Kali Uchis. Since this release, the track became a viral hit on social media and streaming platforms.
Rigoberta Bandini – Ay mamá
Rigoberta Bandini who partook in the 2022 Spanish national selection Benidorm Fest was on the list to represent Spain for the next Eurovision contest. Her feminist anthem “Ay Mama” finished second in the overall voting of the competition and has reached the top of the Spanish charts.
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