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[R&B/Electronic] starRo – High Tide feat.TZAR

Posted by Tyler Trew - February 27, 2018

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High Tide feat TZAR

2018 is already looking up for the Grammy nominated starRo. His single “High Tide” with the Russian artist TZAR has been released on Highball House Records in conjunction with another major project, a clothing capsule with the highly sought after company The Well.

What makes starRo so unique is his obvious international sound. He takes influence from unlikely sources and brings them into his contemporary popular music. His partnership with TZAR on this soulful R&B meets electronic song is just one superb example of that. Together they fuse their own diversified influences for a hell of a record that we can’t get enough of. It has us asking ourselves, can’t it always be high tide?

Pure Colors – Make Things Better [TMN Premiere]

Posted by Tyler Trew - February 23, 2018

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Make Things Better

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Get ready to turn Friday into a funk-fest with Pure Colors new single. Premiering today in the dojo, “Make Things Better” is going to just do that. No matter if you’re down in the dumps or flying high, this jam will give you a mood boost.

“Make Things Better” is a groovy, acoustically driven jam that would be an absolute monster live, whether in a DJ set or being played out by a band. Pure Colors did a number on this with all the melodies and riffs working together in conjunction for a classic record. Do yourself a favor – throw this one on repeat and soar through the rest of your day on the funky wings of Pure Colors. Need the pot to be sweetened further? Pure Colors dropped this one as a free download. You’re welcome!

[Jazz/Soul] Ruth Koleva – I Don’t Know Why

Posted by Geoff Hong - February 20, 2018

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I Don T Know Why

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Today we’ve got a jazzy new single to cap off your (hopefully) long weekend. Bulgarian singer-songwrite Ruth Koleva has shared her new single “I Don’t Know Why”, ahead of her upcoming sophomore album Confidence. Truth. Take in the soulful serenades of this new track to kick off your week!

With heavy R&B and soul influences, Koleva’s style can best be described as sensual and seductive. The talented Koleva found great early success in her Eastern European home country before eventually making her way stateside to Hollywood. Her musical stylings feature a seamless integration of many different sounds. Her upcoming album is expected to pack quite the punch. Koleva has gathered quite the ensemble– she receives help from “keys maestro” Ron Avant of Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals, Jameel Bruner formerly from The Internet, and drummer Gene Coye of Flying Lotus. Throughout her tracks, you’ll also hear the string accompaniments of the renowned Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra. Quite the collection of musical chops indeed.

Check out this new single– if you like it, keep an eye out for Ruth Koleva’s upcoming album, Confidence. Truth out on March 30th through Blackbook.

[Music Ninja Radio] Episode 104: Lonely Hearts Pt. 2 (fka Sunday Night Soul)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - February 19, 2018

Music Ninja Radio is a weekly podcast recorded and broadcast live on San Francisco’s BFF.fm from 4-6PM PST every Friday.

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Episode 104: Lonely Hearts Pt. 2

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With special guest-Ninjas Baseer and Clayton calling in, we revisited a classic TMN playlist: Sunday Night Soul. While Baseer took the reigns on curating this episode, Clayton dropped by to talk about the latest Cadence and Cause campaign, a charity sweepstakes to attend The Buku Project in New Orleans. The rest of the show is perfect for post Valentine’s day blues–a perfect mix of relaxing, soulful and emotional. Make sure to check out the Spotify playlist this week because Baseer threw a few bonus tracks in!

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[R&B/Electronic] VenessaMichaels & Holly – Real One (Feat. Outlaw The Artist & Effy)

Posted by Tyler Trew - February 19, 2018

VenessaMichaels & Holly
Real One (Feat. Outlaw The Artist & Effy)

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VenessaMichaels is a real one. Holly is a real one. Outlaw The Artist and Effy are both real ones too. Given this information it makes sense they would all come together for a song called “Real One” that has been released on 2090.

“Real One” blends R&B with future to the perfect degree. Each creative contributed their A-game to this. From the vocal duet pairing Effy’s soft, serene performance to Outlaw’s edgy cuts, to the masterfully detailed instrumental, this single has all the pieces in the right place. It’s shot straight up to the top of our playlists and likely will do the same for you. Click that play button and make sure to get a copy of this treat on iTunes.

Vanesssa Elisha – Under My Skin [TMN PREMIERE]

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - February 19, 2018

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Under My Skin (Prod By. LOXE)

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If you’ve been losing sleep waiting for the latest release from Vanessa Elisha, then you’re in luck this morning as she finally returns with her first single of 2018. Although it’s been awhile since we’ve heard from the Australian songstress, she’s certainly been keeping busy in the meantime, collaborating with the likes of XO, Falcons, Ekali and XXYYXX.

Produced by LOXE, “Under My Skin” represents a bit of a shift in sonic direction for the crooner. Rather than the atmospheric slowjams that we’re used to, Vanessa opts for a more vibrant and groovy sound on this tune, reminiscent of the pop stylings of NAO. While she might claim that she “can’t find the words to say,” Vanessa’s lyrics remain as poignant as ever, creating an infectious hook that will definitely get under your skin (in a good way, we promise). Check out the track above, and if you like what you hear make sure to follow Vanessa on Spotify and SoundCloud!

[R&B/Electronic] Gabriel Gassi – Weekend

Posted by Tyler Trew - February 16, 2018

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Weekend

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It’s almost the weekend, so we thought it was the appropriate time to share Gabriel Gassi‘s latest song “Weekend” with you today. The R&B meets electronic crossover is the exact vibe you’re looking for to usher in the weekend.

Released on Manifesto, “Weekend” kicks things off quickly with some dembow chops and Gabriel’s vocal to get your attention. It’s a dreamy, surreal original that isn’t your PARTY PARTY PARTY weekend track, but more like the soothing, jammy hit you throw on for the after party or pre-game. No matter where or when you play it though, you’ll be satisfied. What makes it more satisfying is they dropped it as a free download as well.