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  • Turtuga Collective Releases Afro House “Sintura”

    Turtuga Collective Releases Afro House “Sintura”


    Netherlands-based music group Turtuga Collective has unveiled its latest release, “Sintura”, a new afro house record that blends rhythmic percussion, atmospheric production, and gradual musical progression.

    Rooted in afro house influences, the track focuses on groove and mood rather than relying on mainstream dance music formulas. Through its use of layered percussion and textured sound design, “Sintura” aims to create an immersive listening experience suited for both dancefloor settings and more focused listening environments.

    Turtuga Collective, a Curaçao-rooted creative imprint and music collective, has continued to build its catalogue around afro house music, drawing inspiration from tribal rhythms, deep electronic production, and cinematic elements. “Sintura” follows this direction, offering a track that develops steadily while maintaining a strong rhythmic foundation.

    According to the collective, the track was designed to emphasize movement, atmosphere, and emotional tension, creating a sense of progression rather than focusing solely on peak dancefloor moments. 

    “Sintura” by Turtuga Collective is available now on streaming platforms.

  • Fox & Hound Release New Single “SHINE TOGETHER”

    Fox & Hound Release New Single “SHINE TOGETHER”

    American band Fox & Hound return with their latest single, “SHINE TOGETHER”, a high-energy drum & bass release built on shimmering synth work and soaring, euphoric vocals.

    Blending emotional depth with festival-ready intensity, the track captures the spirit of friendship and the experience of growing up side by side. 

    Uplifting melodies and driving rhythms carry a nostalgic yet forward-looking tone, following two lives. 

    “SHINE TOGETHER” by Fox & Hound is out now on all platforms.

  • The Ken Okada Group ft. YOYOKA Releases Third Album ‘CROSSING OVER’ 

    The Ken Okada Group ft. YOYOKA Releases Third Album ‘CROSSING OVER’ 

    The Ken Okada Group ft. YOYOKA proudly announces the release of their third studio album, CROSSING OVER, a bold and dynamic work that captures the band’s evolving sound at the intersection of jazz, funk, rock and global influences.

    Following a series of acclaimed live performances across the United States and Europe, including sold-out shows at SFJAZZ and appearances at major international festivals, CROSSING OVER represents both a musical milestone and a forward-looking statement from the band.

    The album features:

    Ken Okada – electric bass

    YOYOKA – drums

    Ben Torres – tenor sax

    Hristo Vitchev – guitar

    Murray Low – piano & keyboards

    Shido Soma – guitar (featured on “Oops My Bad”)

     The music is driven by Okada’s compositional vision, blending rhythmic sophistication with melodic storytelling. The presence of YOYOKA—whose global recognition as a young drumming phenomenon continues to grow—adds explosive energy and precision throughout the record.

    “CROSSING OVER is about pushing past predictability,” says Okada. “In jazz, that’s one of the biggest challenges. You have to break out of familiar patterns and go somewhere new. This album reflects that process—and how the band itself continues to shape where the music goes next.”

    CROSSING OVER by Ken Okada Group ft. YOYOKA is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Zircon Skyeband Shares Cover of George Michael’s “Careless Whisper”

    Zircon Skyeband Shares Cover of George Michael’s “Careless Whisper”

    Brazilian band Zircon Skyeband is carving out a niche for themselves with their takes on beloved classics.

    The latest is their rendition of “Careless Whisper”, originally released in 1984  by Wham! (George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley).

    The cover is one five tracks on  of their latest EP, Catch A falling Star.

    “Careless Whisper” by Zircon Skyeband is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • st.art Takes Fans on a Psychedelic Rave Journey with New Single “Make Love”

    st.art Takes Fans on a Psychedelic Rave Journey with New Single “Make Love”

    Masked American duo st.art returns with their latest single, “Make Love,” a bold new release that further cements their growing presence in the global music scene. 

    Known for their signature anonymity and psychedelic rave sound, the duo delivers a track that captures both intrigue and sonic innovation.

    The group describes themselves as a “creative collective of quantum artists, assembling reality from probabilities, synthesizing worlds from sensations, and creating music from fields and meaning.

    “Make Love” by st.art is out now on all streaming platforms.