Audio: Azekel "Holy Matrimony"

Following the release of his Circa EP, London artist Azekel returned with a hefty bass and synth construction in his electro-soul cut, “New Romance.” Now the Londoner is back with “Holy Matrimony,” a suave new melody enriched with unblemished vocals and soulful fluctuations. The slow tempo groove is a work of inching bass and organic sound temperaments that constructs prolific ecstasies of new wave R&B.

“New Romance” and “Holy Matrimony” will officially be released July 14th on Thunderlightning Records/Generator. Tune in below:

Morganne Nikole

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Visuals: Wynter Gordon "Everything Burns"

Songstress Wynter Gordon has revitalized her genre-bending sounds with fresh conceived creative venture, The Righteous Young. Accompanied by a five-piece band set, the singer-songwriter has cultivated a creative ensemble free from industry demands and intrusion. “Everything Burns,” is the first cut from the project; a slow-tempo melody engulfed with alluring vocal acrobatics.

Wynter tells Idolator that the track is an open letter to all the leading men in my life, starting with her father. The soul-folk melody is the perfect contrast to her palpitating House beats, disco tremors and R&B-pop waves found in previous releases. In accord with her official song release, Wynter has head mastered the visuals for the deep-seated melody. 

 The photoplay exhibits the chanteuse cavorting through the forest in a eclectic ensemble accessorized with a floral-antler headpiece. The nostalgic film footage pigments visually alluring imagery to coincide with her enticing vocal palette.

The Righteous Young is preparing for their forthcoming tour showcases, plus collaborations with fellow musician Mike Elizondo. Scope the video above.

Morganne Nikole

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Audio: Knox Brown "Harry's Code"

 

British crooner Knox Brown releases debut single, “Harry”s Code.” Premiering on Zane Lowe’s BBC 1 Radio show, the galvanizing melody is the perfect entanglement of majestic-gospel blues and soul-infectious vocals. The Jamaican-born artist adds to the genre-blend and channels his heritage by fusing dubbed-reggae oscillations over a bed of percussion hi-hats and guitar interplays. Aside from creating timeless solo productions, Knox has written for industry big names Jay Z, Mary J. Blige, and Aloe Blacc.

Lend an ear to the tune below and keep an eye out for Knox, he’s a staple piece for any soulful playlist.

Morganne Nikole

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Stream Kelis 'Food' Album Courtesy of NPR

Singer-songwriter and newly certified chef, Kelis, cooks up her sixth studio album, Food. The effort is entirely produced by TV One Radio guitarist Dave Sitek and his 13-piece band set. Transitioning from her 2010 dance-infused album, Flesh Tone, Kelis metamorphosed Food into a genre-bending, throwback R&B project with heavy instrumentation and nostalgic feelings of yesteryear. Playing the titled off soul food items, Kelis takes listeners through various flavors of life, love affairs, and sex. The glorious feel-good melodies of “Jerk Ribs,” “Cobbler,” and “Biscuits N’ Gravy” blur the lines between old-school funk and soulful gospel hooks, that create fried-like textures around her organic lyricism. The contrasting mellow vibes from “Runnin” and “Floyd” intensify a subtle steamed approach with raspy yet distinct vocal expressions.

Stream the album courtesy of NPR and be on the lookout for the album available April 22 via itunes. Let Food, feed your soul.
Morganne Nikole

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Grace Jones: "If You Wanna Be My Lover," unreleased track (audio)

In 1981, international pop star Grace Jones released her fifth studio album, Nightclubbing. The groundbreaking album featured a nine-track playlist compiled of original tracks and reggae influenced re-interpretations of songs by Flash & the Pan, Bill Withers, Iggy Pop, and Astor Piazzolla. With a radical blend of post punk pop, disco, funk, soul, and electronic sounds, Nightclubbing became an electrifying album during the 1980’s era. Now over 30 years later, the remastered album will be available for purchase on April 28 in CD, double CD, double vinyl, digital, and Blu-Ray formats; courtesy of Island Records. The deluxe edition will include the original album plus a number of remixes and two unreleased tracks including a cover of Gary Numan & Tubeway Army Track “Me! I Disconnect From You,” and “If You Wanna Be My Lover.” In addition to the remastered album release, a 12’’ record for track entitled “Nightclubbing,” will also be available for purchase on April 19 in honor of Record Store Day. Stream Jones’s unreleased track “If You Want To Be My Lover,” below and enjoy the fusion of new wave electropop and light-dub sound elements from a true cultural icon.

Morganne Nikole

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