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Layto’s ‘My Final Symphony’ is a must-hear

February 13, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Conscious Rap, Hip-Hop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

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Layto’s ‘My Final Symphony’ is a hip-hop driven production with a laid-back and poetic foundation. Birthed from a place of disempowerment, Layto has this to share about the record:

“It was something I wrote after feeling disempowered in my career. Losing management and parting ways with my team, not having success at the time. I just wrote this record as someone who was contemplating leaving, as a metaphor for leaving music. It’s a woe-is-me record… someone who feels like no one cares about him, he’s forgotten. That’s just how I felt when I wrote it. 

We love the sound and passion Layto brings to the table. ‘My Final Symphony’ is a true reflection of the artist’s vision and creativity and we can’t wait to hear what else he’s working on. Released via Cloudkid, don’t forget to connect the artist online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy! 

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February 13, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Conscious Rap, Hip-Hop
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We’re obsessed with The Lagoon’s latest, stream ‘Love To Love You’

February 13, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Indie Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

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The Lagoons released a brand new song last week and we’ve been obsessed with it ever since. The sax and piano solo make for a relaxing, laid-back experience from start to finish. Top everything off with dreamy vocals, ‘Love To Love You’ feels like a song written from the heart. 

The new single marks the first release of 2020 with an album on the way this summer. If you like the sound and vibe The Lagoon’s are delivering (we know we do), don’t forget to reach out and let them know you’re enjoying the new song online and enjoy! 

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February 13, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Indie Pop
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Pop artist Molly Moore has a new song out, have you checked it out yet?

February 13, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Pop, Electro Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

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We’re always excited when a new Molly Moore track lands in our inbox. With her latest gem, titled ‘IRL’, Molly infuses some of her best writing yet with an electro-pop sound that’s both infectiously catchy and unique. Truth is, we’ve always admired Molly’s creativity and we’re looking forward to seeing what else the rising pop star has in store for us for the rest of 2020.

Don’t miss out on any exciting updates and be sure to give Molly Moore a follow online and enjoy!

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February 13, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Pop, Electro Pop
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Nashville’s Bryar delivers powerful performance with new single ‘Just Me’

February 13, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

One of Nashville’s finest, Bryar is a wonderful songwriter and performer. With her latest, titled ‘Just Me’, the new single showcases her impressive writing abilities and creative style. The song is vocal-driven but we do enjoy the simplicity behind the instrumentation and the drums.

We really do believe the energy Bryar is bringing to the table will take her far in her career and we’re excited to support her every step of the way. In the mean time, we’ll just have to keep ‘Just Me’ on constant rotation.

Don’t forget to connect with Bryar online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy. 

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February 13, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Pop
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Have you listened to DWELLERS latest yet? Stream 'And Then We'll Be Alright' here

February 09, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Downtempo, Electronic, Bedroom Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

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Released last Friday, ‘And Then We’ll Be Alright’ is a lo-fi, alternative inspired gem written and produced by DWELLERS and showcases one of the more unique productions we’ve heard all month due to its dreamy, moody soundscape. If you’re looking for something to relax and vibe out to this afternoon, ‘And Then We’ll Be Alright’ is right up your alley… only getting better with every listen.

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

February 09, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Downtempo, Electronic, Bedroom Pop
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Nate Rose and Wifisfuneral drop heavy collab, stream ‘Heavy Is the Head With the Crown’ here

February 07, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Rap

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

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Self-labeled as the James Bond of rap, Nate Rose isn’t playing around when it comes to his new song. The Nashville based lyricist dropped a bombshell last week and we’re happy to report back it slaps.

Featuring Wifisfuneral, ‘Heavy Is the Head With the Crown’ delivers dark drums with an eerie melody that showcases some of the heaviest verses we’ve heard from Nate yet.  And to be honest, we’re digging this sound and we hope he keeps it up.

But in the mean time, give this a spin and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any upcoming performances and enjoy.

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February 07, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Rap
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Nirob Islam, formally known as SHY Nodi, releases new single ‘Westside’

February 07, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Formally known as SHY Nodi, Nirob Islam has consistently written some of our favorite tracks from over the years. The 26-year-old Swedish artist has even penned songs for The Chainsmoker’s ‘All We Know’ as well as NOTD’s ‘I Wanna Know’ and ‘The Ocean’ by Mike Perry and SHY Martin. So, when his new single ‘Westside’ came out, we knew we were in for a real treat.

‘Westside’ was inspired by the struggles, success and overall journey that I’ve had with my best friend and writing partner over the past few years. I found it funny how self-doubt, disbelief and an overall lack of confidence are always present, no matter what level of success you can have creatively. Working with music is a double-edged sword where self expression and your emotions can be valued simply by what other people think. With those things in mind, I just wanted to make a song where I show appreciation to what I have and the people around me, and also to remind people not to overthink things too much’ - Nirob Islam.

Whether you’re a fan of pop, electro, or R&B… Nirob Islam’s ‘Westside’ is a must-hear by all and does an excellent job at showcasing Nirob’s infectiously catchy writing style. It’s relatable, creative, and bright… but more importantly, it’s always written from a genuine place. 

We’re excited to hear what else Nirob has been working on and it’s safe to say we’ll be following the artist more closely moving forward. Don’t forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy! 

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February 07, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Pop
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We love this new single from Airmow and EthanUno, stream ’Nobody Knows’ here

February 07, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Electronic, EDM, Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Released just last week, Airmow and EthanUno’s ‘Nobody Knows’ is dangerously addicting. The dark undertones mixed with bright, punchy vocals make for a unique and innovate sound that blends the likes of artists like The Weeknd, Justice, and Daft Punk.

Airmow explains: “The bassline was created with a lot of organic synthetic sounds that I recorded and designed myself. For example, I created one of the ‘crunchy’ sounds using my mouth. The vocals from Ethan Uno then bring a super powerful groove to the drop”.

Airmow and EthanUno are making some of the most exciting material we’ve heard in a long time. With ‘Nobody Knows’, the hype is genuine and the future looks rather promising. With talent like this, it’s safe to say we’ll be following the two rather closely moving forward.

Uno adds: “I aspire to create catchy melodies and unforgettable lines with the intention of capturing the listener's attention as quickly as possible. This song pertains to the feeling of falling in love. The hook cements the theme of the track by emphasizing the euphoric feeling one gets from the connection; a feeling that `nobody knows".

Check it out for yourself and give us a shout out. Don’t forget to connect with Airmow and EthanUno online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

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February 07, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Electronic, EDM, Pop
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We can’t stop listening to Argonaut & Wasps brilliant new single ‘TVS’

February 05, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Electro Pop, Funk, Indie Pop, Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We love Argonaut & Wasps’s new single. Titled ‘TVS’, the new wave, synth-pop gem delivers an infectiously catchy experience from start to finish. It showcases a beautifully simplistic production topped with stylistic vocals and effects that almost feel dreamy or nostalgic. 

Heavily influenced by 70’s fashion, 80’s synths, and 90’s culture… Argonaut & Wasp are bringing a unique style to the table that’s quickly gaining the attention of indie and electro-pop fans everywhere. 

If you’re looking for something fresh and exciting, you can’t go wrong with this. Don’t forget to connect with the duo online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy! 

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February 05, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Electro Pop, Funk, Indie Pop, Pop
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Nick de la Hoyde releases 11-track album ‘A Beautiful Mess’, listen to it here

February 05, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Nick de la Hoyde had a busy week with his new album release, the 11-track project showcases an impressive portfolio of pop and hip-hop styled gems. Each with their own unique identity and style, Nick did a wonderful job at spreading his sound out. The multi-talented musician brings a lot to the table and it’s already demanding the ears of fans everywhere.

Some of our favorites? Well, it’s hard to pick but ‘Bad News’ grabbed our attention almost immediately. It does a solid job at delivering a balance of Nick’s writing abilities, both in the front of singing and harmonizing to an impressive lyrical flow of raps.

‘A Beautiful Mess’ is the real deal and we’re excited to hear it in a live setting. Don’t forget to connect with Nick de la Hoyde online to stay up to date on any upcoming shows and enjoy!

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February 05, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Pop
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Listen to Laica’s new single ‘Nobody Else but You’

February 05, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Bedroom Pop, Electro Pop, Pop, R&B

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Laica is the latest and greatest to grace our platform, her new single ‘Nobody Else but You’ showcases the young Filipino artist’s strengths as a songwriter and performer. Her voice is soft but her words are mighty and we love the sound and style she’s bringing to the table. It’s intimate and relatable, and honestly, it gives us a lot to look forward to.

Blending the likes of electro and pop, Laica writes from the heart and is already grabbing the attention of fans everywhere (including us). Her debut project is set to release later this year, so until then, I suppose we’ll just have to keep ‘Nobody Else but You’ on repeat.

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

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Instagram 

February 05, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Bedroom Pop, Electro Pop, Pop, R&B
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J Laser aka Jordan Lawlor from M83 brings the ‘Sunshine’ with catchy new single

February 05, 2020 by Gems Secrets in Electro Pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop

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‘Discovering The Undiscovered’

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We did a double take when J Laser aka Jordan Lawlor’s ‘Sunshine’ landed in our inbox. How could something this amazing possibly exist? You might recognize his work with M83, but make no mistake, J Laser is taking the reigns and showcasing a string of new material for 2020 all on his own. 

Regardless of your music taste, Jordan has a universal sound that you can’t help but enjoy (no matter your music preference). Either way, we’re here for it and we can’t wait to hear what the musician has in store for us next. Take a listen for yourself and let us know what you think.

Don’t forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on those release dates and enjoy!

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February 05, 2020 /Gems Secrets
Electro Pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop
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