itsbrams has released “Santorini,” a new single that blends electronic production with melodic house influences.
The track centres on atmospheric synths, steady percussion and layered electronic textures, drawing inspiration from the Greek island that gives the song its title. Rather than following a vocal-driven structure, “Santorini” develops through evolving melodies and rhythmic progression, creating a sound suited to both focused listening and club settings.
“Santorini” continues itsbrams’ exploration of electronic music built around melodic arrangements and understated production. The release reflects an approach that balances dancefloor rhythms with cinematic elements, allowing the composition to unfold gradually over the course of the track.
While “Santorini” references a well-known Mediterranean destination, its focus remains on mood and atmosphere rather than narrative, using electronic instrumentation to create a sense of movement and space.
“Santorini” is available now on major streaming platforms.
Producer and multi-instrumentalist JAN has released “Feel It Now,” a new single that draws on UK garage while incorporating elements of contemporary house music.
Released through his independent label, The Penthouse Records, the track combines garage-inspired rhythms, melodic house production and vocals from collaborator Paris. The song explores themes of artistic freedom and living in the present, reflecting a period in which JAN reassessed his creative direction while studying music production in London.
“Feel It Now” was developed after JAN decided to move away from making music to meet industry expectations and instead focus on the sounds that inspired him. Influenced by London’s electronic music scene and its UK garage culture, the single became an opportunity to reconnect with a more personal approach to songwriting and production.
Paris joined the project after the pair met while studying at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) in London. Sharing similar musical influences, they developed the song through a series of studio sessions that combined live instrumentation, songwriting and collaborative production.
At 19, JAN has performed at venues and festivals including Primavera Sound Barcelona, Ministry of Sound, Amnesia Ibiza, Cova Santa Ibiza and Fabrik Madrid.
“Feel It Now” is available now on major streaming platforms.
Dima Kors has released “Stay a Little Longer,” a new single that explores life, love and the moments people wish they could hold onto.
Released on July 7, 2026, the song combines contemporary production with a cinematic atmosphere, gradually building towards a saxophone performance that serves as its emotional centrepiece. The instrument plays a prominent role throughout the arrangement, reflecting Dima Kors’ interest in incorporating a classic, understated style into his music.
According to the accompanying press release, “Stay a Little Longer” is designed to encourage listeners to slow down and reflect rather than provide definitive answers. The song leaves room for personal interpretation, inviting each listener to find their own meaning within its themes of memory, connection and the passage of time.
The production balances modern elements with melodic instrumentation, using the saxophone to reinforce the song’s reflective mood while shaping its distinctive sonic identity.
With “Stay a Little Longer,” Dima Kors continues to explore emotionally driven songwriting through a cinematic musical approach that places atmosphere and instrumentation at the centre of the listening experience.
DJ Sam Gold has released “Todos em posição,” a new dance track that adds to the DJ and producer’s growing catalogue.
Released on July 8, 2026, the 2:37-minute track is listed alongside Afro House releases on contemporary dance playlists, placing it within the broader electronic music scene influenced by African rhythms.
“Todos em posição” follows a series of releases from DJ Sam Gold, including “Festa,” “Só Quero Beber” featuring Kizomba Sound, “Biberon Gouyad,” “Aceita” featuring Tony Z and “Dá me.” His catalogue also includes the 2025 singles “Meu amor” featuring Dalicio Domingos and “Me Deixa.”
The release continues DJ Sam Gold’s work across dance-oriented music, with “Todos em posição” appearing in an Afro House playlist alongside contemporary electronic and Afro House records.
Singer and songwriter Eylsia Nicolas, the stage name of Lisa Pamintuan, returns to music with “Ashes On the Wind,” a folk-inspired ballad that reflects on the contrast between personal good fortune and the difficulties faced by people around the world.
The song combines philosophical songwriting with a light Eurobeat pulse, creating a sound that places reflective lyrics against a subtle rhythmic foundation. Rather than presenting an uncomplicated view of success, “Ashes On the Wind” considers the circumstances that shape people’s lives and the distance between having much and recognising what others may be going through.
Nicolas plans to release the song phonetically in several languages, extending its central ideas beyond a single linguistic or cultural audience.
The new release follows an unconventional path back to music. Before working as a recording artist, Nicolas competed in tennis as a teenager, including appearances at Wimbledon and the US Open. Her tennis career ended after injuries, after which she pursued law and moved into the record business.
Her professional life later expanded into education and entrepreneurship. She founded a higher education facility in China and subsequently became one of the youngest college presidents in the United States, according to her biography. She also launched the luxury brand Nicolas of Palm Beach while continuing to develop her music under the name Eylsia Nicolas.
Her return to recording followed another period of personal difficulty. After a period of intense professional pressure and rehabilitation, Nicolas turned towards education and later returned to the music ambitions she had previously put aside. Her biography also describes the impact of COVID-19 on her health and her subsequent work to restore her singing voice.
Those experiences inform the perspective behind “Ashes On the Wind.” Rather than simply recounting her own story, Nicolas uses the new release to consider the wider human experience, including the privileges people may have, the struggles others face and the need to remain conscious of both.
Brazilian singer-songwriter Héli has released “El Grito (Dance With The Flow),” a new song centred on unity, hope and humanity.
The track uses music as a vehicle for a message about coming together and maintaining hope in a divided world. At the heart of “El Grito” is a call for greater empathy and wisdom, particularly among those in positions of leadership.
Héli describes the song as an appeal to a higher power to illuminate world leaders, inspire wisdom and empathy, and guide society towards a more just, compassionate and united world.
The song also reflects Héli’s connection with audiences across different communities. The Brazilian singer-songwriter performed “El Grito (Dance With The Flow)” during a July 4 celebration in North Miami, where she appeared with her band as part of an event bringing together audiences from different nationalities living in South Florida.
Swiss rapper and producer Shmu and Kenyan artist Ziller Bas have released “Mino Nawe,” the first single from their forthcoming collaborative album “Safari ya Bamba.”
Meaning “Me and You” in Swahili, “Mino Nawe” centres on trust, connection and the beginning of a shared journey. The song reflects the idea that some paths into the unknown become possible when they are taken with another person.
The track was born from an unplanned creative encounter on the Kenyan coast. While Shmu was working on the instrumental, Kenyan singer Idza spontaneously began singing what would become the chorus. The following morning, Shmu wrote his verse on the beach in Kilifi, turning the improvised moment into the starting point for the wider “Safari ya Bamba” project.
Musically, “Mino Nawe” brings contemporary hip-hop together with influences from the East African coast. Rather than positioning the track strictly within either Swiss or Kenyan musical traditions, Shmu and Ziller Bas use the collaboration to explore what can emerge from the meeting of two cultures.
Shmu is a rapper, producer and communication strategist from Winterthur, Switzerland. His work combines personal storytelling, social reflection and documentary-inspired songwriting. His creative exchange with Kenya developed into a long-term partnership with Ziller Bas.
Ziller Bas is a rapper, songwriter and producer from Kilifi on Kenya’s coast. His music incorporates contemporary hip-hop alongside influences from Giriama culture and the Swahili coast.
The two artists previously collaborated on the independent album “Mekatilili,” which reached No. 11 on the Swiss Album Charts. “Safari ya Bamba” continues their creative dialogue around friendship, identity, culture and the traces left by travel.
“Mino Nawe” is available now on major streaming platforms.
Germany-based independent Pop and EDM artist Mr. Chichi has released “Dance Floor,” an upbeat track centred on music, movement and the experience of coming together.
The song combines electronic dance production with melodic hooks and a positive lyrical message. Its central theme is the release that can come from stepping onto the dance floor, leaving everyday concerns behind and sharing a moment with others through music.
“Dance Floor” encourages listeners to embrace movement and enjoy the present, with its lyrics focused on having a good time, dancing and finding reassurance through music. The track’s club-oriented production places it within contemporary Pop, Dance and EDM.
Mr. Chichi’s relationship with music dates back to the late 1980s, when he began performing as a drummer and vocalist. He later performed across Europe with several bands before developing his current work as an independent recording artist.
Now based in Germany, Mr. Chichi works as a singer, songwriter and performer, combining his experience in live music with electronic production. His music explores themes including celebration, love and togetherness.
“Dance Floor” is available now on major streaming platforms.
Paris-based DJ and producer 24H of SOL introduces “The Pressure,” a forthcoming EP that marks what the artist describes as part of their debut project.
The project follows 24H of SOL’s exploration of a sexy Italo-inspired sound, with the artist producing the material while developing a distinct direction for the release.
The EP represents an early stage in 24H of SOL’s catalogue, bringing together the sounds and ideas developed during the artist’s recent production work.
“The Pressure” is the artist’s debut EP project, with further details on the release to follow.
French independent artist Santino introduces his latest release, “Afrolove,” a new single shaped by his interest in emotion, contemporary sounds, and personal storytelling.
The track sits within Santino’s broader approach to music, which draws on themes of life, love, and dreams while allowing him to explore different sounds. “Afrolove” brings that perspective into a song centred on love, connecting Santino’s personal songwriting approach with African-inspired musical influences.
For Santino, music is a way to explore emotion and create freely. His independent approach allows him to move between sounds while developing an identity rooted in the stories and feelings behind his songs.
“Afrolove” marks another step in Santino’s developing catalogue as he continues to explore the relationship between emotion, love, and contemporary music.
“Afrolove” is available now on major streaming platforms.
