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CIRRRCLE releases a positive track around 'Mental Health', stream it here! ✨

April 01, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Contemporary R&B, Hip-Hop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Super trio CIRRRCLE released a rather positive track late last week and we absolutely love it. The laid-back instrumentation gives the track a relaxing vibe and the vocal work from each of the artists not only demands your attention, but will have you humming or singing along in no time. We love the creative force behind the band’s music and you honestly can’t help but smile when you listen and dig deep into their discography. Go ahead and give ‘Mental Health’ a spin for yourself and enjoy!

CONNECT WITH THE ARTISTS:

CIRRRCLE: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

April 01, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Contemporary R&B, Hip-Hop
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Cautious Clay releases 6-track EP 'Table Of Context'

April 01, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Contemporary R&B, Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Cautious Clay released ‘Table Of Context’ late last week and we took the weekend to dig through it and the 6-track EP lives up to all the hype. In fact, it’s actually quite difficult to pick a favorite out of the bunch. Cautious Clay has such a powerful and genuine writing style you begin to fall in love with each and every track for a variety of reasons. The lyrics, the instrumentation, the performance.. etc.

The EP is mostly Clay but it does feature a single with UMI and if you only have time to listen to one, we recommend you start with that. We can’t stress enough how much we love this project and we look forward to hearing more from the talented musician in the coming months. Don’t forget to subscribe to Clay online to stay up to date on any upcoming shows and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Table of Context is about exploring the relationship between purpose and happiness and is kind of a self-reflection on all of the relationships and life experiences I've been through so far. More literally the title also refers to the actual desk (shown on the EP cover) that I've made all of my music at so far and how it's a physical context of my work." — Cautious Clay

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Cautious Clay: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify


April 01, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Contemporary R&B, Indie
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We love this new release from Simen Mitlid, stream 'Chaotic Good' here!

March 31, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Simen Mitlid’s new single is the perfect way to kickstart your day. Titled ‘Chaotic Good’, the new song is the perfect blend of indie and alternative for anyone who enjoys a solid feel good type of record. Simen’s writing style is authentic and you have to admit, it’s pretty damn catchy too. The instrumental is just as fun as it is exciting and you’ll be tapping your foot along in no time. Take a listen for yourself and be sure to give the artist a follow online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Simen Mitlid: Twitter | Spotify

March 31, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Indie
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Stream Jacq's brand new single 'Oblivion'

March 31, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Ballad

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Inspired by the missile crisis that took place in Hawaii last year, Jacq’s new single ‘Oblivion’ is a soul-searching lyrical ballad that reads into your final thoughts before letting go of the life you thought you knew.

It’s a heartfelt performance for anyone looking to get inside your own emotions. Jacq’s writing style is touching and the instrumentation is truly inspiring. So give it a spin and fall in love with music all over again.

Don’t forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Jacq: Instagram | Spotify

March 31, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Ballad
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Have you checked out Kailee Morgue's 'Headcase' yet? Stream it here!

March 28, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Kailee Morgue released a new song over the weekend and we’ve had it on repeat ever since. Titled ‘Headcase’, it’s without a doubt some of her most honest work to date. Diving deeper behind her lyrics, we discover how Kailee is embracing a new sense of one’s self. With change comes growth and Kailee did a wonderful job at allowing her inner feelings to guide her to where she needed to be.

We’re excited to watch Kailee continue to grow as an artist and even more excited to see what the future holds for the talented young musician. Don’t forget to give the artist a follow online to stay up to date on any upcoming shows/releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

“More than ever this year, even in the past six months, I’ve gone through a process of beginning to finally understand myself,” she admits. “A lot of people say they love and understand themselves, but there’s a turning point where I completely did. The hesitation turned into confidence. There was a personal side of having relationships in the past year and coming out. Also, it’s going through the process of coming to terms with my bipolar disorder. I really shifted into knowing myself. I feel it really shows in the songs. I’m excited for everyone to hear them, because they truly tell my story for the first time.” — Kailee Morgue

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Kailee Morgue: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 28, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Pop
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Listen to Andrew Applepie's new single 'Capricorn' here! ♑

March 27, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Bedroom Pop, Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

“HECK YES!” a thousand times over. This new release from multi-instrumentalist Andrew Applepie is without a doubt one of our favorites this week. The new song features a rather creative instrumental; blending the likes of hip-hop inspired drums, rich guitar melodies, and a kickin’ bass-line that’ll have you tapping your foot along in no time.

Andrew has a vocal style that we just can’t seem to get enough of. It’s carefree, it’s honest, and you have to admit, it’s pretty damn catchy too. Give it a spin and be sure to give the artist a follow to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"This is a very personal song for me and it has some crazy bass licks, and it's a bit of a new direction for me, so I hope people like it." — Andrew Applepie

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Andrew Applepie: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 27, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Bedroom Pop, Indie
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Katie Buchanan's 'Twitch' is one of the best songs you'll hear today

March 27, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Every once in awhile an artist lands on our radar that absolutely blows our mind. This time, that certain someone is Katie Buchanan. Her latest is a work of art, titled ‘Twitch’, we immediately fall in love with the guitar melody. As a writer, performer, producer, and guitarist… Katie is a multi-talented artist to her core. The lyrical depth behind her music is pure magic. It’s heartfelt, it’s genuine, and it demands your attention in ways you never thought possible.

We can’t stress enough just how much we love this song and we know you will too once you give it a shot. Add it to your Spotify playlist and be sure to give the artist a follow to stay up to date on any upcoming shows/releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

""Twitch" is about the kind of anxiety that keeps you up all night, the wordless worries and the fights you forget to have, the teeth grinding insomnia that requires an appointment with your dentist. 

As a writer, I wanted to pair jam-packed, twisted lyrics to a cyclical, meditative guitar line: the same way the most dense thoughts fly through your head in the stillest of hours. And as a producer, I wanted to stretch the concept of a guitar-loop pop song: the "loop" here is played live in one take, the instrumental break lives somewhere between melodic synth and brash guitar solo, the drums are both bombastic and contained. 

In the end though, "Twitch" is a handful of snapshots: the nights you can't sleep, the days you can't fight, and the space in between when you realize that sometimes that's okay." —
Katie Buchanan

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Katie Buchanan: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 27, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Indie
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Have you listened to Restless Modern's 'Free Boy' yet?

March 27, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Electronic

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Restless Modern is back with a new single and we LOVE it. We’ve been fans of the artist for awhile now and with every new release, we become more and more obsessed... and for good reason. The instrumental features a calming yet unique soundscape (pay attention to the sound effects throughout the track) and the vocal performance brings it all together.

With every listen you’ll hear/feel something different and thats why this particular release sticks out to us. In a world where artists strive to all sound the same, Restless Modern stands out. Don’t forget to subscribe to the artist online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Free Boy is more about who I am than what I'm feeling, which is a new sort of motif for me. The main anchor of the song is a really solid group of friends that I've had since just before high school, and (along with my long-term girlfriend) they've been a major support system for me throughout everything. It's almost a somber thank you and promise of future time together with some other elements brought in for context"

— Restless Modern

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Restless Modern: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 27, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Electronic
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neutral. releases official remix of Lost King's 'Don't Kill My High' (feat. Wiz Khalifa & Social House)

March 24, 2019 by Gems Secrets in EDM, Remix, Electronic

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

neutral. is a master remixer and producer based out of Peoria, Illinois. The artist is behind some of our favorite tracks and remixes, and with every new release, we learn to appreciate the artist’s sound more and more.

With his latest, neutral. shares an insane remix of Lost King’s ‘Don’t Kill My High’ (feat. Wiz Khalifa & Social House). Elevating the original with a future bass twist, neutral.’s ability to balance dance and pop music in a way that’s both fun and unique is pure magic. Add it to your Spotify playlist and be sure to give the artist a follow online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Lost Kings have been some of the biggest insprations for me starting to cultivate a sound that was my own. I am super stoked to put out my second official remix for them. It's especially exciting given the high caliber artists that lended their voices to the original. I hope everyone enjoys!" — neutral.

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neutral.: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 24, 2019 /Gems Secrets
EDM, Remix, Electronic
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This Tyler Mann and nicopop. collab is one of our favorites, stream 'Lover Lover' here!

March 24, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Tyler Mann and nicopop. teamed up to release this catchy new single titled ‘Lover Lover' on Thursday and we’ve had it on repeat ALL weekend long. The guitar melody draws you in from the start and the vocal work sealed the deal for us. It’s well written and packed with emotion painting a picture of love and seduction but holds a vibrant light of hope and perseverance.

It’s such a beautiful track and we absolutely love the chemistry between the two artists. Go ahead and check it out for yourself and don’t forget to give the artists a follow online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTISTS HAVE TO SAY:

"A couple years back we got together to write a track for a pretty prominent dance DJ, but they ended up passing on the song which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. There was something about ‘Lover Lover’ that really resonated with us and our experience... the message of this song is really about perseverance and in a way our process of making it is a great example of that. If somethings worth doing, it's worth doing right." — nicopop.

CONNECT WITH THE ARTISTS:

NICOPOP.: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

TYLER MANN: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Spotify


March 24, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Pop
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Have you checked out Sara Diamond's new single yet? Stream 'Ride' here! 💎✨

March 22, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Contemporary R&B

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Released last week but still charming as ever, Sara Diamond released this beautiful new single titled ‘Ride’. An elegant and tasteful R&B track with a whole lot of heart and soul. For us, we love the artist’s voice and their writing style. It’s unique, it’s powerful, and it fills the soul with a soothing and relaxing tone. Take a listen for yourself and enjoy the laidback instrumental style, you’ll be tapping your foot and singing along in no time. Don’t forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any upcoming shows and enjoy!

Photo by Brandynn Leigh

Photo by Brandynn Leigh

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

“‘Ride’ is about making mistakes and asking for forgiveness. Believing in the good in people, even when life sometimes tells you to believe otherwise" — Sara Diamond

Photo by Brandynn Leigh

Photo by Brandynn Leigh

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Sara Diamond: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 22, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Contemporary R&B
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This Draper remix is a must hear! Check out the magic they added to Fancy Feeling's 'NYLA'

March 21, 2019 by Gems Secrets in Remix, House

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

The weekend is almost here and we felt it only appropriate to get the party warmed up. And with that being said, we have this brand new remix from electronic producer Draper. It’s high energy, it’s catchy, and if we’re being completely honest… it’s sooo easy to re-listen to over and over again. It’s a super fun track and it’s fully prepped with all the bells and whistles you need to get in the right mood to just let loose and dance.

Give it a spin and be sure add it to your Spotify playlist, your friends will thank you!

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Draper: Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

March 21, 2019 /Gems Secrets
Remix, House
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