The weekly Top Submissions aims to showcase a selected crop of acts that cross our paths. From the best tracks/videos from far and wide, we gather the upper echelon of artists you can find and give them a platform to be further recognized for their works. So, sit back and tune in, and don’t forget to show them some love by following them on all social media platforms

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Scott D – Soul Sauce“.

 

Scott D delivers  “Soul Sauce” for us to revel in. The smooth jazz-guitar-driven backdrop exudes pure nostalgia and sees Scott D reflecting on his musical influences ranging from hip-hop luminaries, to jazz maestros like Roy Ayers and Caj Tjader.

 

Rezult – “The Greatest”

Emerging rapper/songwriter Rezult shares her candid thoughts in “The Greatest”. Over a soulful and bouncy backdrop, she embodies the true meaning of the greatest by being true to herself and shining the detractors and distractions that may prevent her from reaching her goals.

deathbypeanuts x J.A.D.E – “4 My 4C’s”.

Prolific producer deathbypeanuts teams up with singer J.A.D.E for “4 My 4C’s”. The track is a brilliant fusion of jazz, lofi-soul with R&B sensibilities and is rich in layered sultry melodic runs that enthrall listeners from start to finish.

JADA – “KO”

Uprising East London-based singer/songwriter JADA delivers a sultry “KO” on our playlist. Bolstered by the sublime textures, woozy bass-driven grooves and her rich melodic runs, JADA pours her emotions on wax as she pines for her lover.

 

SomeoneCalledSomeone – “She Gone”.

SomeoneCalledSomeone delivers their unfiltered thoughts in the new single “She Gone”. Over a bluesy and hard-hitting soundscape, the rapper share a story of not so glorious childhood and the traumas that never lave the victim a sthey get older.

 

M7 – “ALWAYS WANTED THIS”.

Perth Western Australia-based rapper M7 comes through with an uplifting tune “ALWAYS WANTED THIS” for the week. The cinematic and triumphant track is underpinned by aspirational and motivational themes that we all need to get us going.

 

RIP Lux – “The Quezon City Broadcast”.

RIP Lux delivers his latest project “The Quezon City Broadcast”, a thirty-minute epic collection of hard-hitting beats with edgy off-kilter raps. Tune in right away.

 

 

Spaceman Dela – “Purgatory”.

Spaceman Dela‘s “Purgatory” explores loneliness and the feeling of emptiness. The production is quite cinematic and dynamic as it weaves a handful of sounds ranging from lofi soul, afrobeats and hip-hop and is underpinned by heartfelt relatable lyrics.

 

Lylo Gold – “Saving all my love”

Emerging UK singer/songwriter Lylo Gold enters our playlist with her latest single “Saving All My Love”. The upbeat soulful tune explores the unpredictable dynamics of relationships and the complexities that come with it. The production has a refreshing and nostalgic vibe while Lylo’s rich and commanding melodic runs are enthralling from start to finish. “Saving All My Love” will be featured on her highly anticipated EP, Heart Matters, which is scheduled for release in late October 2024.

 

 

Jon Vinyl – “Fold”

Jon Vinyl returns with a new single “Fold”, a heartwarming love tune that sees the singer pining for his lover as he explains that true love will always prevail in the face of adversity and drama.

 

Sauseg0dK – “Emma’s Voodoo”.

“Emma’s Voodoo” by Sauseg0dK is a showcase of his off-beat rap style which comprises personal anecdotes with stream-of-consciousness elements. The production employs vocal samples, lush piano riffs and soft drum grooves.

 

DJ Heron – “Death Wish 4”

 

The House Of Heron brings together producer DJ Heron and Money Mogly for their latest offering “Death Wish 4”. The production is as cinematic as they come and is underpinned by fiery rap schemes and Tupac samples which add depth to the track.

 

 

 

Gustavo louis x SHOWTIME RAMON – “Phantom Menace”

NY emcee Gustavo louis and Sac-town rapper SHOWTIME RAMON team up for “Phantom Menace”, a hard-hitting no-hold-barred display that is ripe with unapologetic raps.

 

SSY – “Undeniable”

South African emcee SSY display his verbal strength in his new release “Undeniable”. The track uses a Latin guitar lick and punchy trap drum as its foundation while SSY proceeds to remind audiences why he is undeniable in the game.

 

Skee x Paradox x Steve’s Job – “Lock & Key”

“Lock & Key” is a solid collaboration that brings together Skee , Paradox and German lofi producer Steve’s Job. Over Steve’s radiantly punchy boom-bap backdrop, the duo deliver thoughtful raps laced with real-time and relatable themes.

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Matt Brown – “TTG (Hit Different)”

 

Producer/instrumentalist Matt Brown drops “TTG (Hit Different)” featuring Broot McCoy, FaBe LuCianO. The track has a plucky and edgy feel and is ripe with poignant and uplifting raps from the emcees who bring different viewpoints to the track.

 

 

Savage The Poet – “School Lunch”

Savage The Poet takes us down memory lane in “School Lunch”, a soulful summery track that sees the rapper reflecting on the good times during his young days running amok with no care.

 

 

Tee Peters x James Cliff – “Confidence” (feat. Chevelle Frazer-Rose)

 

Tee Peters and singer/songwriter Chevelle Frazer-Rose are all about “Confidence”. Alongside James Cliff together they deliver a blend of edgy raps with smooth engaging melodic runs. The song is taken from Tee and Chevelle’s collaborative album of the same name.

 

Reg Mason – “908′ II”.

Union, NJ-based rapper Reg Mason and Brainorchestra team up for “908′ II”, a smooth cinematic piece ripe with engaging and vivid lyricism.

 

 

Retro Kid – “Dave – Verdansk (Retro Kid Remix)”.

Copenhagen producer Jake Juba aka Retro Kid delivers his version of  Dave‘s  “Verdansk (Retro Kid Remix)” and flips it into a playful synth-driven jam that breaks the mould and strays from the original with a unique touch.

 

TAVE x Runkus x Stacy Barthe – “Difference Now”.

Grammy-nominated producer/artist TAVE teams up with reggae artist Runkus and singer Stacy Barthe for “Difference Now”, a heartfelt tune that talks about growth and finding one’s true purpose.

Prince Angelus – “Bussin”.

Prince Angelus captures that classic West Coast bounce in “Bussin”, a smooth pluck bass-heavy jam that is underpinned by go-getter themes and unapologetic raps.

 

 

 

Janne Saar – “Caribbean Blues”.

Florida-based Estonia-born singer/songwriter Janne Saar caught our ears with “Caribbean Blues”. The modern pop/R&B infused jam explores escapism and solace found when living life on a blissful island far from the craziness of the city. The production is rich, sublime and atmospheric while the soothing melodic runs run the gamut of emotions, especially warm ones.