THE WEEKLY TOP 10 VIDEOS [EPISODE 142]

Welcome to TWIB’s Weekly Top 10 Videos. This segment looks at exceptional visuals from various acts around the globe. The music video format has been around for decades, from the 90s and 2000s, and has shifted from multi-million-dollar-budget music videos to mid- to low-budget videos with exceptional production values. In this section, we will not discriminate but highlight some creative visuals that pop up on our radar.

Again, we promise to bring you the best from high to low budget, from animated to DIY and first and foremost, the most creative visuals we can source.

Read the previous editions HERE.

the bottomline – “MUSE”.

Cologne-based musical duo the bottomline caught our ears with “MUSE,” their latest single and video, showcasing their musical versatility and genre-bending style. The track has elements of modern jazz, soul, and a dash of contemporary flair, with a unique twist. Led by vocalist Johannes Elia Nuß and Franzis Lating, the track boasts dynamic vocal performances underpinned by a progressive musical arrangement that pulls listeners through crests and troughs of emotions. “MUSE”, as the name suggests, draws from the fluid feeling that comes with soul-searching through summer blues and how dark patches are blotted out by the natural beauty surrounding us, but ultimately it’s a self-worth anthem for everyone going through tough times. The accompanying video fuses performance shots with recurring reflective motifs that capture the duo’s natural style and essence.

The Next Movement – “MOJO” (feat. The SoulVision Allstars Horns)

The Next Movement drop off their new single”MOJO” featuring The SoulVision Allstars Horns, and it’s perfect to kick off the latter part of summer. The track is an anthemic jam created for celebration and gratitude for everything life has brought their way. From rousing drum fills, syncopate dpercussions, triumphant horn riffs and lush guitar licks, the band deliver the perfect feel-good anthem that we never knew we needed. The visual continues the band’s tradition of highlighting their studio sessions and sees them in their element alongside The SoulVision Allstars Horns.

Raykhan- “Reality”.

Raykhan looks at the harsh “Reality” in his new single. The solemn piece is really thought-provoking and gloomy as the rapper dissects everything wrong with the modern political and social sphere. From religious zealotry, political and racial divisions, to modern feminism and alternative worldviews, Raykhan bares his unfiltered thoughts with a frustrated undertone. The visual fuses performance shots with enggaing clips that bring the lyrics to life.

Burd & Keyz – “Miracles” featuring TOBi

Burd & Keyz are presently working on their album, Burd’s Eye View, which will be out on the 31st of August. In the interim, they share the single “Miracles,” featuring TOBi, a soulful piece with Gospel undertones.  The track is bolstered by a cinematic visual that captures the collective in their element.

Homeboy Sandman & Jack Splash – “TAKE TIME”

Homeboy Sandman connects with producer Jack Splash for “TAKE TIME,” another single from the duo’s new collaborative album Resonance Frequency. As usual, the track is bolstered by Homeboy Sandman’s off-kilter lyricism and Jack Splash’s soul/funk backdrop.  Visually, the track is beautiful to watch as we follow the legendary emcee through different spots in the city.

K-Trap – “PRESSURE” FEAT. OXLADE

K-Trap‘s new release “PRESSURE” finds him connecting with Nigerian Afropop star OXLADE. The heartfelt track sees K-Trap confessing his feelings for that special someone who has caught his heart and the uncertainty that comes with blossoming love. The visual was directed by Daps and was filmed on location in Lagos, Nigeria, capturing the beautiful scenery with exotic shots of city backdrops and beaches.

Benny The Butcher – “Summer ‘26”

Benny The Butcher continues his musical run with “Summer ‘26” and its new video. The track, produced by Harry Fraud, samples a classic tune and is reworked into that classic Griselda sound we all love. Once again, Benny delivers a brilliant performance ripe with engaging songwriting and vivid storytelling detailing his legacy in the game.

“Summer ‘26” is the third installment in his celebrated and fan-favourite “Summer” series,

AI Jake – Diss Machine – “Human Haunted”.

AI Jake closes out this week’s visual with “Diss Machine -Human Haunted,” a dark and punchy track that is filled with vivid lyricism and themes that explore existential differences with a touch of surrealism.