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  • David Givens releases synth-pop/EDM single “Ghost”

    David Givens releases synth-pop/EDM single “Ghost”

    David Givens has released a new single titled “Ghost”.

    The track is described as a fusion of synth-pop, electronic production, and Afropop-influenced rhythms. It features cinematic melodies, dance-driven electronic instrumentation, and an anthemic structure.

    “Ghost” explores themes of confronting memories, past identities, and emotional weight. The song focuses on the process of moving forward while dealing with personal history and unresolved experiences.

    The release follows Givens’ earlier body of work, including his project “Electric Kingdom: Evolution”, and comes during a period of continued activity as an independent artist. He has previously received recognition including the 2024 Metro Music Awards Pop Artist of the Year and a 2025 Pop Smash Radio Music Award.

    “‘Ghost’ is about confronting the things that refuse to die,” Givens said. “Sometimes the biggest ghosts aren’t people — they’re old fears, old mistakes, old identities, and old wounds. This song is about finally facing them instead of running.”

    David Givens is based in South Carolina, with the single originating from Green Pond. 

    “Ghost” by David Givens is available on streaming platforms.

  • rhythmspitter releases Middle Eastern-inspired instrumental “Dancing Water Signs”

    rhythmspitter releases Middle Eastern-inspired instrumental “Dancing Water Signs”

    rhythmspitter has released a new single titled “Dancing Water Signs”.

    The release is described as a cinematic lo-fi composition that blends Middle Eastern percussion, post-punk bass, and ambient sound design. Built on flowing rhythms, warm bass textures, atmospheric pads, and global percussion, the track combines world-fusion influences with downtempo production.

    “Dancing Water Signs focuses on the symbolism of water as movement, intuition, and transformation. The composition uses layered instrumentation and breath-paced rhythmic structures intended to create a reflective listening environment.

    The release comes from rhythmspitter, the solo project of California bassist Michael Mosley. The project combines global instrumentation, downtempo rhythms, and ritual-cinematic textures.

    “The track explores the emotional symbolism of water as movement, intuition, and transformation,” the artist said in the release. “Through breath-paced rhythmic arcs and layered global instrumentation, “Dancing Water Signs” creates a sense of internal flow.”

    “Dancing Water Signs” by rhythmspitter is available on streaming platforms.

  • Mestre Guinaldo Music releases “Undi Ki N’Bai,” Cape Verde tribute single

    Mestre Guinaldo Music releases “Undi Ki N’Bai,” Cape Verde tribute single

    Mestre Guinaldo Music has released a new single titled “Undi Ki N’Bai.”

    The track blends African and Lusophone musical influences with contemporary production while maintaining a strong connection to Cape Verdean musical traditions. It is described as an uplifting and celebratory record built around melodies and rhythms inspired by the culture of Cape Verde.

    “Undi Ki N’Bai” focuses on themes of cultural identity, belonging, nostalgia, family, and community. Inspired by the islands of Cape Verde and the concept of “morabeza”—a term often associated with Cape Verdean hospitality and warmth—the song aims to connect members of the Cape Verdean diaspora while introducing new audiences to the country’s cultural heritage.

    Mestre Guinaldo Music is an independent Portuguese artist and producer whose work draws from African, Lusophone, Latin, and contemporary musical influences. According to the artist, the song serves as a tribute to Cape Verde’s culture, roots, and the sense of longing experienced by those living away from their homeland.

    “Undi Ki N’Bai” by Mestre Guinaldo is available on streaming platforms.

  • Cherim releases “Batraz” from the album ‘Ğymaq’

    Cherim releases “Batraz” from the album ‘Ğymaq’

    Cherim has released “Batraz,” a track from the album Ğymaq, released through Ored Recordings.

    “Batraz” is built entirely from vocal recordings by Ramazan Daur, Kazbek Nagaroko, and Tizhin Gup, originally featured on “Shopsh: Circassian Vocal Tradition of Zhiu”. The track draws on Circassian vocal traditions and reworks archival material through sampling and experimental production techniques.

    The song forms part of Ğymaq, an album constructed from recordings previously released by Ored Recordings. Across the project, traditional Circassian singing, shichepshin (violin) melodies, pkhachich (percussion), and archival recordings are transformed through ambient textures, layered processing, and electronic manipulation. The album centers on themes of culture, tradition, home, language, and memory.

    The title Ğymaq translates as “Cry.” According to Cherim, the project reflects on experiences of life in the Republic of Adygea, as well as memories of family, friends, music, and language. Each track is created using material drawn from different recordings in the Ored Recordings catalog.

    “Batraz” and the album Ğymaq by Cherim are available on m streaming platforms.

  • Gil Semedo releases ‘Caboswing: The New Chapter’ album and announces Lisbon Coliseu dos Recreios concert

    Gil Semedo releases ‘Caboswing: The New Chapter’ album and announces Lisbon Coliseu dos Recreios concert

    Gil Semedo has released a new album titled Caboswing: The New Chapter and announced a concert at Coliseu dos Recreios in Lisbon scheduled for September 11, 2026.

    The album continues the Caboswing style, a genre created by Gil Semedo that blends Cape Verdean music with pop, R&B, zouk, and ragga muffin influences. It features collaborations with artists including Dino d’Santiago, DJ Nays, Tó Semedo, and Semedo’s daughter, Melodia, alongside producers GSpro, Motamorphasis, Young Max, and RJ.

    Caboswing: The New Chapter is described as focusing on the continued evolution of Caboswing as a genre shaped by diaspora identity and intergenerational collaboration. It brings together established and emerging contributors as part of a long-running musical framework developed over nearly 35 years.

    Gil Semedo is a Cape Verdean artist known for creating Caboswing and is widely referred to as the “King of Cape Verdean Pop.” His discography includes albums such as “Verdadi”, “Nos Lider”, and “Dedicaçon”, with reported sales of over one million records.

    The concert at Coliseu dos Recreios will feature material from the new album alongside earlier releases from his catalog. Tickets are available online.

    Caboswing: The New Chapter by Gil Semedo is now available on streaming platforms.