Author: turuchi

For Michellar, music is not a return to something lost, but a continuation of something that never truly left. After first discovering songwriting at the age of 15 and stepping away from it for decades, her reemergence as an artist feels grounded in lived experience, reflection, and quiet resilience. Her album REVERIE …. FROM THEN TILL NOW captures a lifetime of moments shaped by connection, challenge, realization, and growth, each song reflecting the paths that have led her to where she stands today. Rooted in folk traditions inspired by artists such as Peter, Paul and Mary, James Taylor, and Carole…

Lizzie Thomas, one of New York City’s most captivating jazz vocalists, steps into a new chapter with her most personal project yet — Awakening, out now on GODDESS Legacy Records. Recorded at the legendary Powerstation in NYC alongside the Grammy-winning Harlem String Quartet, Awakening is a nine-track journey that blends neo-soul, jazz, and vocal pop into a sound entirely her own. It’s a bold shift for Thomas, who has earned praise for her soulful interpretations of jazz standards but now turns her focus inward, embracing original songwriting and production. The album’s warm, modern palette is built on electric bass, B3…

Angael – All Leopard: Angael, a UK-based singer-songwriter, crafts her music with a distinctive blend of elements that sets her apart in the industry. Her alternative pop style is making waves, establishing her as a unique voice in contemporary music. While she began her songwriting journey in 2013, it was in 2018 that she embraced a new musical persona. By 2021, she fully committed to her solo career, transitioning from her role as the frontwoman and lyricist for the indie rock group Rilke.

Nikki Ambers – I Believe: Nikki Ambers is stepping back into the spotlight with her brand-new single “I Believe”, a soaring pop anthem about second chances, hope, and the fearless dive back into love. Created in collaboration with producer Lonlioni and written by Nikki herself, “I Believe” marks a bold reintroduction of the London-born artist. With shimmering pop production, soulful R&B undertones, and a chorus built to stick, the track is as euphoric as it is heartfelt. “‘I Believe’ is about daring to trust love again after heartbreak. It’s about choosing hope over fear, leaning into fate, and believing in…

Puerto Rican artists iZaak and De La Rose have joined forces for ExAss, a collaboration that blends the energy and versatility of two of the island’s most distinctive voices in contemporary urban music. This marks their first project together, delivering a track that stands out for its raw emotion and authenticity. Fusing reggae with smooth R&B influences, ExAss explores the complex emotions of running into an ex while trying to move on. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and infectious rhythm capture the tension of unresolved feelings, making it a relatable anthem for anyone who has struggled to leave the past behind.…

Mon Obsession is driven almost entirely by its sound and instrumentation, and that is where its strength lives. The ukulele sits at the center of the track, but it does not behave like a typical ukulele. It is percussive at times, melodic at others, and often feels like it is carrying multiple roles at once. Patrick uses it to create rhythm, harmony, and lead lines, giving the song a surprisingly full texture. The arrangement feels layered even though it comes from a solo recording process. You can hear orchestral thinking in the way parts are spaced and stacked. Some sections…

Synth-pop duo Paperwhite—the project of siblings Katie (singer/songwriter) and Ben Marshall (producer/songwriter)—make a triumphant return with their new five-track EP, Reach, out on all streaming platforms today.The project features their poignant and cinematic new single “Looking Back,” a track that first began taking shape during the pandemic. Nearly five years later, the duo returned to it with fresh perspective, teaming up with acclaimed composer and virtuoso cellist Philip Sheppard, whose stunning string arrangements bring added emotional depth and a renewed sense of hope. Nearly a decade after releasing their 2016 debut EP Escape, Paperwhite remain true to the dreamy, synth-driven aesthetic that first captured the internet’s…