Read Time:1 Minute, 34 Second Capri Krontz “crazy” is about how love can make people crazy. The record is about being in a toxic relationship and the intricacies of wanting to stay, but knowing when to leave. “You know that the relationship isn’t healthy, but also don’t want to quite let go of that chaos and the life that you live when you are with that person,” Liv Hanna states. The track takes a deep dive into the psyche of one faced with this dilemma. Liv Hanna explains, “It’s always hard to walk away from a relationship even after recognizing it no longer serves you, and this proves true ..read more

New York-based singer-songwriter, recording artist and producer Patrizia is an avant-garde creative who brings a dynamic fusion of styles to the dance and electronic music genres. Patrizia’s distinct blend of dance, R&B, pop and freestyle music in her recordings makes for tracks which not only possess a unique sound, but her songs also make for an incredibly vibrant, compelling listening experience that is fitting of where she’s from as New York is regarded as the birthplace of the freestyle genre. Patrizia has been the source of a whirlwind of critical acclaim amongst music industry pundi ..read more

Kudos go out tenfold to rapper Trav B Ryan for such descriptive songwriting and vivid lyricism on his track “Save Me”, which is an eye-opener in terms of drawing attention within the hip-hop community to mental health. I have heard other hip-hop tracks tackle the subject of mental health but they tend to focus strictly on the coping mechanisms, i.e. substance abuse and don’t present it in a clever lyricial fashion like he did with…”fake a smile just to get past, another liquor bottle in the trash, went so fast got whiplash”. “Save Me” is very relatable for anyone who’s gone through a tough str ..read more

Multi-hyphenate recording artist Thexele boasts a diverse musical skillset as the burgeoning creative is a composer, producer and sound designer. Her sound encompasses a wide variety of styles and genres, including pop, indie pop, electronica, new age, neo classical, ambient and many more. Thexele captures the essence of her signature eclectic soundscape with the song “Avalanche of Thoughts”, a track from the 10-song LP ‘Music from the Soul’ released earlier this year. The instrumental piece is a magnificent composition which incorporates a number of the styles referenced above. The song’s fou ..read more

Bolstered by a luminous tone and vibe, “Yesterday’s Shoes” is a track whose dazzling production and accompanying vocals display the dexterity of songwriter/producer and multi instrumentalist Nikolai Jones who has adopted the moniker of Wuzy Bambussy. “Yesterday’s Shoes” serves as the 6th single release in a series of ten singles planned monthly by the UK-based Wuzy. The musical appeal of the song is driven by big grand piano riffs and surging guitar lead rhythms mixed with electro pop percussion and synth bass components. The brilliant mesh of styles creates quite a unique soundscape and proje ..read more

Preston Pierce is a dynamic singer, songwriter, producer and recording artist hailing from Queensland, Australia. He has manifested his eclectic range of music influences from rock to hip-hop to soul, folk and many more genres, into a substantial catalog of music which not only pushes the envelope musically, but delves into a variety of introspective and personal subject matters. Today, we’re spotlighting a track of his titled “Miss You Mama”, which is an endearing tribute to his mom delivered in a style of hip-hop which conjures up a sense of nostalgia when you hear it as the tone of the inst ..read more

If you could possibly capture the feel good energy brought on by a grooving beat, beaming vocals and illuminating soundscape; and bottle up those positive vibes for sale, the cost would be immeasurable. That’s the type of feeling a listener gets when jamming to the luminous track “Feel the Love” by New Jersey recording artist Matthew McGowan. The EDM smash possesses a vibrant tech house instrumentation that’s driven by a buoyant bass line which ranks extremely high on the danceability meter…..I dare you to try and not at least bop your head to the rhythm. The production has a magnetic draw to ..read more

Hailing from Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, Japan, Kenichi Yamasaki has carved a niche for himself in the music world. With a background that boasts performances in over 140 Farmers Markets and Roadside Stations across Kyushu and Okinawa, and even a stint at the iconic Carnegie Hall in New York, Kenichi’s music journey from 2016 to the present has been nothing short of remarkable. His latest track, “Sweeter,” is a testament to his evolving artistry. Infused with the vibrant energy of J-Pop and the pulsating rhythms of EDM, the song is a radiant tapestry of synth-driven melodies. These melodies ..read more

MJ&N is a female producer duo spearheaded by a pair of dynamic musicians and vocalists named Madame Jae and Ntrospec. The two recording artists first linked up in 2022 and have since manifested their common interests, particularly in the field of mental health, into a thought-provoking 11-track album symbolically titled ‘MotivNation:Awareness‘, which was released recently in May of this year. Today, we’re spotlighting the lead single from the album titled “Tik Tock”, which is a poignant song and composition. The track’s lyricism and concept provides profound insight into a relatable set of ..read more

This playlist is charged up!!!…..literally. These tracks are lit from beginning to end and are the best in indie artists doing Hip-hop, R&B and dancehall reggae. Tracks of pure fire make up this list so feel the heat across the globe. See the complete track listing and listen to the playlist below. Enjoy! Track Listing (Sorted by Artist(s) Name) Urban Indie Spotlight – Spotify Playlist Song Artist(s) Album/Single Always Knew $haman Better Late Than Never Star AYO ^ Star Everlastin’ Bercocets Everlastin’ NoEyeInTeam Childish Major WOO$AH Bubble Gum Fascine Bubble Gum Suppo ..read more