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EMILY KING PERFORMS ACOUSTIC VERSION OF "THE SWITCH"
Against a white backdrop, Emily King and Jeremy Most perform an acoustic version of the title track from her album The Switch, out now.--GB
NEW SONG: FRANCESCO YATES, "SOMETHING DIFFERENT"
Slow thumping bass accompanies high piano keys as Francesco Yates sings to his girl about giving him "Something Different" than he has experienced with anyone else. This ain't no (typical) ordinary love. His EP is out now.--GB
NGAIIRE STEALS THE SHOW ON "LIKE A VERSION" WITH TAME IMPALA COVER "THE LESS I KNOW THE BETTER"
Ngaiire stopped by "Like A Version" held by Triple J, a video YouTube showcase of popular Australian artists covering other popular artists; she raised the bar with her version of "The Less I Know The Better," by Tame Impala, and her own track "Once." The Papua New Guinea born singer showed undeniable range in her emotional Tame Impala cover, and grooved to "Once," with her amazing back-up singers. Catch that after the cut.
NEW SONG: LUKE CHRISTOPHER, "UPSIDE DOWN"
What does triple threat (singer, producer, rapper) Luke Christopher do when he finds out his latest EP's, YSTRDY and TMRW, are pushed back until September 11? Graces the fans with the track "Upside Down," a well orchestrated diddy about the girl who just won't budge...from pulling his heart strings. --GB
NEW SONG: FRANCESCO YATES, "CHANGE THE CHANNEL"
Francesco Yates releases his self-titled EP on September 11, but not before gracing the fans with another song, "Change The Channel." Electric guitar strums and higher vocal octaves rule in this fun track as Yates explores his edgier side. --GB
FRANCESCO YATES AND ANDY ALLO COVER THE WEEKND'S "CAN'T FEEL MY FACE"
Light on the ears, but heavy on the sultriness, Francesco Yates has just covered The Weeknd's "Can't Feel My Face;"
Andy Allo has also taken an acoustic turn with the song in an airy yet alluring cover (find that after the cut).
KIMBRA GETS DOWN AT BABY'S ALL RIGHT IN NYC
Kimbra got up in her vibe at Baby's All Right in NYC this
past July, performing on behalf of the event "SPACE JAM: A Night Of
Experimentation and Improvisation." The vid features Vishal
(Empress Of), Ian Williams (BATTLES), and Dan Edinberg (The Stepkids).--GB
NEW SONG: PHONY PPL, "TO KEEP THE LIGHTS ON (SEX SELLS)"
Phony Ppl delves into the deeper question visual, musical, and creative artists face on their way up the ladder in "To Keep The Lights On (Sex Sells)." Whats an artist supposed to do to keep the lights on?--GB
NEW SONG: LAURA MVULA, "YOU WORK FOR ME"
In the slow and sultry track "You Work For Me" from the Cold War action flick The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Laura Mvula shows em' who's boss. Listen above.--GB
NEW SONG: FRANCESCO YATES, "HONEY I'M HOME"
Take a minute or two to adore the slick vocals of Francesco Yates. His new song "Honey I'm Home" will create some swoon; Francesco trickles over the scale like water over sand, and yes, he hit the high note at the end. Winner.
His debut EP drops September 11 on Atlantic Records.
VIDEO: EMILY KING PERFORMS "DISTANCE" AND "GOOD FRIEND" AT BOWERY BALLROOM
Emily King performed "Distance" and "Good Friend" at her recent show at Bowery Ballroom, NYC, and captured pristine video of it all. Her latest album, The Switch is out now.
NEW SONG: BIRDY AND RHODES, "LET IT ALL GO"
Birdy teamed up with newcomer Rhodes for the slow jam "Let It All Go." It's on Rhodes' debut album coming out called Wishes; check out the release when it comes out on September 18.
JDVBBS GIVES A PRODUCTION SPIN TO RDGLDGRN'S "DOING THE MOST"
RDGLDGRN is a collective from the area (Reston, VA) who were granted a special chance to work with Dave Navarro and Pharrell Williams for Pharrell's iamOTHER YouTube channel. The label focuses on unique creatives from all walks in the industry, from artists, to musicians, to fashion icons. Find the original after the cut.
FRANCESCO YATES COVERS SHAWN MENDES' "STITCHES"
Francesco Yates took to his YouTube to cover up-and-comer Shawn Mendes' "Stitches, " and his light croon and R&B style just glide over the track. Stay tuned for Francesco's debut on Atlantic Records.
NEW SONG: LIANNE LA HAVAS, "NEVER GET ENOUGH"
The acoustic slow-jam turned metal anthem above, "Never Get Enough," is the latest single off Lianne La Havas' album Blood. Check it when it comes out tomorrow (7/31).
MACK WILDS ROUSES UP STATEN ISLAND IN HOMECOMING CONCERT
Mack Wilds stirred up his hometown of Staten Island last night, giving his all to native fam, friends, and oodles of screaming girls. The Grammy-nominated artist performed hits from his debut album New York: A Love Story and his underground EP Remember, Remember at Clove Lakes Park, showing off his range and diversity of influences.
FANTASTIC NEGRITO, YOUNG FATHERS AND BOMBINO LEAVE THEIR MARK ON RUMSEY PLAYFIELD
Rumsey Playfield was live once again for a dynamic showcase of world talent last Saturday in NYC with Taureg artist Bombino from Niger, Scotland bred trio Young Fathers, and Oakland, CA singer Fantastic Negrito, making for an eclectic sonic mash-up.
NEW VIDEO: KIMBRA, "GOLDMINE"
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