Nigerian-American artist Jay Lion is back with a new single “Shake Something”
The track blends Afrobeat rhythms, Amapiano vibes, and dance pop energy.
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Author: Chioma Ugo Nwachukwu
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Canadian Artist iQoniK Releases Electronic Music Single “The Flow”
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A!MS Introduces a Genre with his New Album ‘Peak Season’ Featuring Julian Marley, Others
British Cypriot artist A!MS is introducing a fresh genre to the game with his new album Peak Season
Featuring Julian Marley, ArrDee, Ramz and more, the 9-track LP debuts A!MS’ new ‘Global Street’ sound, channeling the rebellious spirit of pirate radio while fusing it with his Mediterranean cultural roots and Cypriot/Lebanese/Italian DNA.
Global Street, or Street Global, “depending how street or how global you want it to sound” is a new genre for the outsiders, a sound identity for those beyond traditional industry definitions. Rooted in hip hop and UK garage, A!MS says “it’s built for the
creators of today – influencers, streamers, sneaker collectors, and more – and shaped by the idea that the next global star can come from anywhere. It’s a genre that breaks the limits others try to impose, where music is timeless, art is limitless, and the power is back in the hands of the people.”
Co-produced hitmaking duo Cool & Dre, the album also boasts productions credits from Antaeus, Michelin Shin, Golden and others
The project comes to life through a series of star-studded tracks; ‘Light & Love’, a collaboration with the iconic Julian Marley, Antaeus, and Hypertone, delivers a bold message of unity and upliftment. Another highlight is ‘Need Somebody’ with UK chart-topper ArrDee, oozing with infectious Afrobeat energy.
The Peak Season album was made in Cyprus, a place described by A!MS as a “music industry desert”. This gave A!MS space away from London’s hustle to find his own sound.
He describes it as his version of what Jamaica was for Bob Marley: a creative haven, free from noise and influence, where something truly global could be born.
In the build-up to the album this summer, A!MS is once again hosting a series of his hugely popular Wave Fests at WaterWorld WaterPark in A!MS’ current base of Ayia Napa in Cyprus. This year, revellers will be treated to sets by ‘Need Somebody’ feature artist ArrDee, Lil Pump, B Young, Dappy, Oxlade, Ramz, Wiley, ZieZie and A!MS himself. This unique multi-sensory event boasts The Biggest Sound System in the Mediterranean and has received TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award.
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Hengin Shares Afrobeats Single “Let Me Go”
Nigerian-Canadian Afrobeats/alte artist Hengin has released his new single “Let Me Go.”
With its catchy hooks and emotional feel, “Let Me Go” is both danceable and reflective.
“This track is personal for me. It’s about how they don’t want me to succeed, to go the next level — I don’t know who “they” is, might even be me,” says Hengin.
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Martone and Intelligent Diva Team Up for New Single “Too Bad, So Sad”
American artists Martone and Intelligent Diva have collaborated on a new single “Too Bad So Sad” off Martone’s forthcoming album Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension.
Written by Martone and Intelligent Diva, the the break up song traces the journey from heartbreak to empowerment, blending raw vulnerability with fierce, unfiltered confidence. Opening with Martone’s soulful confession of betrayal and shattered promises, the song captures the emotional aftermath of a love turned sour.
Intelligent Diva takes the reins in the second verse with an electrifying rap performance, delivering a no-nonsense pep talk for anyone struggling to reclaim their worth.
“‘Too Bad, So Sad’ is a conversation between heartbreak and healing,” Martone explains. “I laid down the vulnerability, and Intelligent Diva stormed in with strength and self-love. It mirrors that moment when your best friend grabs your hand and reminds you exactly who you are.”
The track carries an even deeper resonance for Martone personally, coinciding serendipitously with the finalization of his divorce. “It wasn’t planned,” he shares. “But the timing couldn’t be more symbolic.”
Beyond music, Martone remains a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, dedicating proceeds from his projects to organizations like LGBT Books to Prisoners.
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