In this edition of LITM Pop Picks, we have Nathaniel Paul and more
Nathaniel Paul - “Well Unknown”
Bringing a sound immersed in warmth and comfort, Nathaniel Paul brings sounds that serve as musical statements, blending beautiful, soulful vocals with technicolor instruments — and on his latest single, “Well Unknown”, he paints a whimsical picture on his musical canvas. Punctuated by a potent bass line that grooves to the song perfectly, the golden warm synths and guitars throughout the track play excellent support to the heartfelt vocals and the graceful harmonies, with exceptional energy, balance and panache. With much to look forward to from Paul, this beautiful track is just the very beginning — check out the track here!
Vanda - “Stranger”
A singer and songwriter bringing pop ballads with a bit of an electronic future bass twist, Vanda puts her all into her craft — and on her latest single, “Stranger”, she paints a melancholic, wistful picture with her lyrics and delivery, while the energetic synths and production go from crest to trough with their energy, Vanda’s vocals following in close tandem. Her harmonies shine through beautifully, especially during the bridge sections before the infectious hooks with their downtempo, future bass sound — making for quite the catchy, memorable listen that stays with you long after the outro. Take a listen to the track here!
Jay Blakcs - “Luv di gyal dem”
Jay Blakcs, hailing from Hill Top, Clarendon, Jamaica, and now based in Springfield, Massachusetts, blends the infectious beats of Afrobeat with the rhythmic pulse of Dancehall, crafting a sound that resonates with his Caribbean roots and personal journey of overcoming adversity — and on his latest single, “Luv di gyal them”, he brings signature Caribbean hedonism and indulgence, blending his vocal energy with the dry, sultry guitars that make for a vibe like no other. The ad-libs are creatively used, with some great creativity in the mix. All in all, a catchy and engaging listen! Take a listen to the track here:
Melodram - “COGÉLO”
Melodiam is a Spanish duo blending diverse cultural styles into a unique musical experience, characterized by improvisation, rapping, singing, and producing, with powerful and energetic electronic sounds that come alive on stage, and on their latest single, “Cogélo” — blending rapped verse with house synths and some great scratching work, the energy of the song is high and infectious throughout, and is further punctuated by the bridge sections with their vocal chops, the deep, rumbling basses, and the steady hum of the pads while the kicks and hats keep steady time for you to groove to — all in all, a great listen! Take a listen to the track here:
Scarlett Sno - “Terrified”
Scarlett Sno is a Nashville-based pop artist and songwriter who blends genres to explore the complexities of the human condition — taking on a dark, fantastical sound, she brings a dreamy sound on her latest single, “Terrified”, while she delivers powerful vocals and messages with the orchestral percussion and strings add just the right amount of flair and drama; and as the song moves forth, the messages of love, loss and happiness in the lyrics find themselves intertwined quite beautifully, resulting in a listen that finds itself rather well packaged, nicely executed and a refreshing listen. Take a listen to the track here!
Follow the playlist for all new artist updates!
Discovered via https://app.musosoup.com #sustainablecurator