The weekly Top Submissions aim to showcase a select group 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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Camily – “contraluz”.

Singer/songwriter Camily enters our playlist with “contraluz,” a jazz/soul infused piece that showcases raw emotions and rich melodic runs.

 

hot beige x baegal – “rainy day”.

Multi-facted production team hot beige caught our ears with their latest R&B banger titled “rainy day.” Teaming up with vocalist baegal, the crew deliver a feel good, romantic dance R&B ballad that brims with lush textures, pulsating bass-driven grooves and heartfelt lyrics that describes the little things that lightens up the mood.

 

 

AlumNY – “No Love Lost”

“No Love Lost” is a posse cut from AlumNY , Jah Freedom, Dynas, Kil Ripkin and J-Live. The result is a fusion of insight, and bravado with street smarts laced over a cinematic and menacing backdrop. Each emcee comes through with well-crafted and engaging verses that will keep listeners locked in.

 

 

DJ BLKLUOS x Milo Maestro – “AUTOMATIC GIRL” (feat. Milo Maestro)

Prolific DJ/producer DJ BLKLUOS teams up with singer/songwriter Milo Maestro for “AUTOMATIC GIRL,” a smooth R&B/hiphop-infused jam. The production employs a classic drum break alongside a sulful texture and soft pads underpinned by Milo Maestro’s sultry melodies.

 

CONFUSHANE? – “HOW?”

CONFUSHANE? raises the energy on this week’s playlist with “HOW?.” The hard-hitting single has elements of boombap with a modern twist and sees the rapper showcasing his verbal proficiency within a short space. He dots the I’s and crosses the t’s with each precisely timed bar.

 

 

Sophia Galaté – “Room In My World”

Multi-faceted singer/songwriter Sophia Galaté caught our ears with “Room In My World,” a soothing love ballad filled with raw emotions erupting from finding true love. Bolstered by a solemn piano arrangement with minimal elements,Galaté’s vocals glazes our ears like honey over freshly prepared pancakes. Here, she pours it all as she opens up to that special someone and invites them into her world.

 

 

David Morin – “Dreaming”

Vancouver-based alternative soul artist David Morin pops up on this week’s playlist with “Dreaming.” The summer-tinged funk-soul offering brims with lush textures, a soothing vibe and Morin’s unique melodic runs that rises to a crescendo on the chorus section. The track sees him navigating the emotional labyrinths and rollercoaster after a breakup and the lingering pain and love that comes with it. “Dreaming” – taken from his upcoming album Light Waves.

 

 

 

 

JENKINS AVE – “SHINE”

 

 

 

Indie San Jose-based rapper JENKINS AVE returns with “SHINE,” a short soulful piece that explores growth and maturity. It’s a long verse laced over a smooth and nostalgia-inducing backdrop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

DJ Mirage x Eto x Edo. G x Masta Ace x DJ Fly – “Mirage” prod. by DJ Mirage”

As French producer DJ Mirage prepares to drop his new album , Background Check. he returns with the new single “Mirage.” Produced by DJ Mirage himself, the track is brimming with intensity and urgency and evokes the feeling of being in the dark alley surrounded by a thick air of suspense. He also brings along  lyrical heavyweights Eto, Edo G and Masta Ace to help out on vocal duties while DJ Fly, the legendary 4x DMC World Champion does the scratches.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scribbles Who – “Monday”

 

Multi-faceted singer/songwriter Scribbles Who returns to our playlist with “Monday.” The track is an insightful, alternative R&B tune that explores emotional chaos as she moves through this labyrinth called life.  From chasing artistic goals, balancing life, to almost buckling under pressure, Scribbles Who Bares It All on wax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

D33Wain – “Frequency”

D33Wain drops “Frequency,” an uplifting summer-tinged love tune that sees him confessing his feelings for that special someone. The production has a shimmering textures and a bouncy groove underpinned by adulation-filled lyrics.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reapers Scythe – “Not Invisible”

 

UK artist Reapers Scythe enters our playlist with “Not Invisible,” a reflective piece that focuses on themes like self-worth, validation, and mental health.

 

 

 

 

Future Infinite x Imperial x Ozay Moore – “Short Change”

 

Future Infinite, Imperial and Ozay Moore join forces to bring us “Short Change,” an insightful, genre-bending track that explores the world through the lens of the artist. Bolstered by an atmospheric and multi-layered production brimming with rich melodic keys, soothing pads with rumbling boom-bap grooves,  Ozay Moore paints a vivid image that gives listeners a first-hand perspective into the mind of the creative who is honing their skills and traversing an unforgiving world.

 

 

Benny From The Sandlot – “Crossroads” (feat. Square 2 God)

“Crossroads” is a heartfelt, reflective tune from Benny From The Sandlot and Square 2 God. The track comprises moody pads, scenic guitar riffs with a minimal groove and sees both rappers taking stock of their lives.

 

 

 

 

Crock Taylor x Estee Nack – “ION WANNA”

Hardworking underground rappers Crock Taylor and Estee Nack team up for this aspirational anthem “ION WANNA”. Over a laidback, moody soundscape, both emcees share with listeners the trappings of the street and how conditions forced their hand to do what they need to do in order to survive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ha$an – “Protect Your Sword”

Ha$an delivers a stern reminder in his new release “Protect Your Sword”. Bolstered by a menacing and edgy backdrop brimming with haunting vocal samples and moody piano riffs laced over punchy drums, Ha$an steps up with edgy bars and a commanding tone to match.

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOLDY – “trueTrueTRUE.”

 

Melbourne based artist VOLDY enters our playlist with his latest single “trueTrueTRUE.” The track is an alternative future R&B offering that showcases the singer’s unique vocals and heartfelt lyrics about having someone who is down for them through thick and thin. This is the final single before his sophomore EP leSHEEPNOIR  lands August 1.

 

 

 

 

HENRY ABERSON – “Wouldn’t you know”

Multi-talented musician HENRY ABERSON teams up with singer Nariah Taylor and Korey Keys for  “Wouldn’t you know.” The soul/funk-infused track has retro elements with a modern twist and sees singer Taylor pouring her heart on wax.

 

 

 

 

Roc C – “Burn” (feat. Ariano)

 

“Burn” is the first leak from the forthcoming collaborative project from Roc C and Ariano. The track is a solemn, reflective cut that explores the inner battles we all face. The duo are set to release their highly anticipated collaborative album, Homegrown on September 5th, 2025, via URBNET.