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  • BeyaCFlow releases new single “Danse Mémoire”

    BeyaCFlow releases new single “Danse Mémoire”

    BeyaCFlow has released the new single “Danse Mémoire,” an Afrobeats track that explores the relationship between memory and movement.

    The song features guitar elements influenced by Congolese and West African musical traditions alongside contemporary sounds. Its central idea is the way memories can continue to exist through dance.

    The accompanying visuals combine dance scenes with moments from everyday life and travel, reflecting the song’s focus on memory and cultural transmission.

    The song is available on streaming platforms.

  • Bimi releases new single “For Life”

    Bimi releases new single “For Life”

    Nigerian-American singer and songwriter Bimi has released “For Life,” the lead single from her three-song EP, “FEVR.”

    The song explores commitment, chemistry and the point at which an attraction develops into a deeper connection. “For Life” introduces the concept behind “FEVR,” which uses the idea of a fever to represent different stages and feelings associated with attraction.

    Bimi described the song as representing the point when the initial intensity of attraction has settled into a warmer, more sustained feeling. The EP also includes “Brand New” and “Say Please.”

    Born in Lagos and raised in Chicago, Bimi draws from African music as well as the R&B and pop influences from her upbringing in the United States.

    “For Life” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Eylsia Nicolas releases new single “We Outshine”

    Eylsia Nicolas releases new single “We Outshine”

    Eylsia Nicolas, the stage name of Lisa Pamintuan, has released “We Outshine,” a song inspired by her personal experiences with isolation, recovery and finding a sense of belonging.

    The song will premiere at a private We Shine film festival event in Fort Lauderdale, created by Nicolas’ longtime friend Bobby Blair. Nicolas and Blair met as teenagers while attending a tennis academy and remained friends over the years.

    Nicolas’ background includes competitive tennis, work in business and law, and a period in Hollywood before she later turned to music. She said her experiences with institutionalisation and rehabilitation influenced the themes explored in “We Shine.”

    Rather than focusing on one specific community, Nicolas describes the song as being about people who have experienced feeling different, isolated, ashamed or afraid, and the process of reclaiming their voice and place in the world.

    “We Outshine” is available on streaming platforms.

  • DJ Remo releases new single “Run Away”

    DJ Remo releases new single “Run Away”

    Polish producer DJ Remo has released the new single “Run Away,” a house track made with seek.less.

    “Run Away” explores the tension between two people who initially agree to remain friends, but whose growing emotional connection complicates that arrangement. The song frames the desire to distance oneself from feelings that have developed beyond the boundaries of the original relationship.

    DJ Remo and seek.less have also collaborated on tracks including “LOCO POR TI,” “Shiver,” “Syiakwazi” and “echo.”

    “Run Away” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Eliasson releases new single “Bateleur”

    Eliasson releases new single “Bateleur”

    London-based DJ and producer Eliasson has released the new single “Bateleur,” drawing from his background in the Caribbean and his interest in electronic music.

    Eliasson grew up in a musical family and explored genres including rock and indie before focusing on electronic music. His production incorporates synthesizers, samples, percussion and layered rhythms.

    His sound has also been influenced by Berlin’s house and techno scene, as well as travel and the different musical cultures he has encountered.

    “Bateleur” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Da Chris releases new single “Bounce”

    Da Chris releases new single “Bounce”

    Nigerian artist Da Chris has released the new single “Bounce,” following his earlier releases including his 2020 debut “Loli” featuring Dan Dizzy.

    The Rivers State native began his musical journey playing brigade drums in 2010 before moving into singing and songwriting. He began releasing music professionally in 2020 and is currently signed to London Boyz (LB).

    “Bounce” combines Afrobeats with African percussion, acoustic guitar, saxophone and piano melodies. The song focuses on enjoying life and making the most of the present.

    The song is available on streaming platforms.

  • Alex Alidor releases new single “Aménotep”

    Alex Alidor releases new single “Aménotep”

    Guadeloupean artist Alex Alidor has released the new single “Aménotep,” a Caribbean groove track drawing from the musical traditions of Guadeloupe and the wider French Antilles.

    The song incorporates elements of 1960s ballroom cadence, biguine and Afro-tropical rhythms, combining a playful vocal delivery with a swinging rhythm section and horn arrangements influenced by Latin American big bands.

    “Aménotep” reflects Alidor’s approach to blending traditional Caribbean rhythms with contemporary production while maintaining a focus on groove and storytelling.

    The track is available on streaming platforms.

  • 2AWAKEN releases new single “Inner Light”

    2AWAKEN releases new single “Inner Light”

    2AWAKEN has released the new single “Inner Light,” an electronic track that explores themes of introspection, presence and emotional connection.

    The project draws from Afro House, Deep House, Tech House and melodic electronic music, combining electronic production with deep grooves, organic rhythms, melodies and vocals.

    “Inner Light” reflects 2AWAKEN’s broader focus on using music as a way to explore the relationship between movement, emotion and the mind.

    The song is available on streaming platforms.

  • DIAMANTINA releases new single “Sweet Sweet Music”

    DIAMANTINA releases new single “Sweet Sweet Music”

    DIAMANTINA has released the new single “Sweet Sweet Music,” a track about attraction, pleasure and the possibilities of a new romantic connection.

    The song explores the experience of allowing yourself to be open to attraction again while maintaining a sense of independence. Its lyrics focus on the balance between intimacy and personal freedom.

    “Sweet Sweet Music” was created and recorded in Bali earlier this year, during a period when DIAMANTINA had travelled there on a one-way ticket. Roy Matz is credited on the track.

    DIAMANTINA described the decision to travel to Bali as part of reclaiming the freedom to explore and create without knowing exactly where the journey would lead.

    “Sweet Sweet Music” by DIAMANTINA is available on streaming platforms.

  • loveoleglove releases new single “I Need Light”

    loveoleglove releases new single “I Need Light”

    loveoleglove has released the new single “I Need Light,” a melodic techno and progressive house track built around themes of darkness, disorientation and hope.

    The song draws from childhood dreams in which the artist experienced being surrounded by complete darkness without knowing which direction to move. Small changes, such as a movement of air, a distant sound or a trace of wind, become possible signs of a way forward.

    In the track, light represents a guide rather than an immediate rescue. The repeated phrase “I need light” marks the point where a sense of direction begins to emerge from the darkness.

    The production uses spacious electronic textures and a steady rhythm to reflect the feeling of moving through an uncertain environment. loveoleglove described the song as an attempt to capture a feeling that remained with them from childhood dreams and translate it into music.

    “I Need Light” by loveoleglove is available on streaming platforms.