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Ace Rose Shatters Expectations with New Single “Strong”

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7 months ago

November 29, 2024

Ace Rose, the breakout hip-hop artist whose name has been buzzing in music circles for months, has officially dropped his highly anticipated single, “Strong.” With the release of this track, Ace sets a new standard for genre-blending and ambitious storytelling in the hip-hop scene.

“Strong” opens with an intense, powerful beat that immediately demands attention. As Ace’s verses unravel, listeners are transported through his journey from his European roots to establishing himself as a dynamic force in Los Angeles’ competitive music landscape. The lyrics mix raw introspection with a fierce determination, embodying the resilience and grit needed to rise above challenges—a theme that resonates deeply with fans and newcomers alike.

What sets “Strong” apart from the rest is Ace’s ability to merge hip-hop with rock and other unexpected elements seamlessly. Influenced by the lyrical prowess of Nas and Kendrick Lamar, the track infuses a touch of rock’s rebellious energy, giving it a sound that’s both familiar and groundbreaking. This bold approach to production makes “Strong” not just a song, but an experience.

Adding to the track’s unique charm is the unexpected beat switch halfway through. This shift injects the song with a new wave of intensity, showcasing Ace’s talent as a producer and his deep understanding of what makes music exciting. It’s a moment that captures the essence of his live performances, known for their high energy and crowd-pleasing moments.

Ace Rose’s fearless approach to music goes beyond his lyrical content and production. As a style icon, he is redefining the visual and cultural landscape, embodying the spirit of a new wave of artists who blur the lines between fashion, music, and personal expression. With “Strong,” Ace makes it clear that he’s more than a rapper—he’s a cultural trailblazer.

The song is already generating buzz on social media and has started to climb the charts on streaming platforms, signaling that Ace Rose is more than just a name to watch. “Strong” marks the start of what promises to be an explosive 2024 for the artist, who is poised to become one of the most influential voices in modern hip-hop.

Listeners can stream “Strong” now on all major platforms and get ready for what’s next from this innovative artist. If this single is any indication, Ace Rose is ready to take the music industry by storm.

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TIHANE dances with a Python in video for wildly alive new single ‘Throw It Back’

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1 day ago

June 27, 2025

Don Reed

“An absolute tune!”- Melvin Odoom, BBC Radio 2.

TIHANE’s debut album ‘The War on Love’ is a genre-blending journey that flips the classic love song on its head—featuring romance, rage, and resilience through a sound inspired by her Polynesian Croatian roots she calls ‘Indigenous Soul’. Blending vintage soul, hypnotic grooves, and electronic textures with raw storytelling, this album explores the mysteries of life, love and healing.

Co-produced by Segnon Tiewul and TIHANE, ‘The War On Love’ features vintage record samples and rich live instrumentation, bringing together artists and producers from across the globe—including Ghana, India, Bermuda, the UK, and the US—and blending genres from R&B and Neo-Soul to AfroHouse and World Fusion. One moment you’re in a smoky jazz room steeped in golden-era soul; the next, you’re dropped into a futuristic Afro House beat flip.

The first single from the album, ‘Throw It Back,’ has dropped on VEVO with a stunning visual of TIHANE wrapped in a python snake, Polynesian dancing in a lush jungle. The track, which has picked up BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music airplay, fuses exotic melodies with a strong beat and thick low end that feels sensually, spiritually, and wildly alive. Directed by TIHANE with cinematography/camera by Chris Oeurn, color grade by Cris Blyth and assistant camera operation by the song’s co-producer, Segnon Tiewul, the ‘Throw It Back’ video boasts a motley crew of adventurous creators who merge cinema with raw ceremony.

On the single, TIHANE says; “I hadn’t produced a track in years. But one day—mid-heartbreak—I locked myself in a studio and let the pain move through me. No plans. Just pure flow. It was raw. It was sensual. It was powerful. That was the moment I realized just how much of my power I’d been giving away—like so many women do. Performing love. Proving worth. Fighting to be chosen. This song became the sound of me remembering my own pulse. The lyrics came through fast, like they’d been waiting. A feminine force—both fierce and tender—took over. She wasn’t asking. She was commanding me: back into the body, back into pleasure, back into truth. Throw It Back might sound like a dance track—and it is—but it’s also ceremonial. It’s for anyone who’s had to move through ache… and figure out how to dance in that fire.”

TIHANE currently lives between Los Angeles and London, crafting sonic sanctuaries for those ready to feel again and rise again. The single and album follow the release of her track “Ain’t That A B!tch” last year, which got significant acclaim from Clash Magazine, EARMILK, CULTR, and more.

TIHANE’s powerhouse vocals have drawn comparisons to Amy Winehouse, Sade, Cleo Sol, and Adele—delivering the kind of soul you feel in your bones. From nostalgic melodies to her signature twist of rap-singing and percussion-driven drops, her sound is a dynamic force. She’s performed across four continents—from historic venues like L’Olympia (Paris) and Bush Hall (London) to cultural platforms like TEDx, Stamp The Wax, and BBC Introducing. Festival highlights include SXSW, Soho House NYC, Homecoming (South Africa), Nyege Nyege (Uganda), and Africa Nouveau (Kenya).

TIHANE’s debut album ‘The War on Love’ — an ode to radical tenderness— is both a personal testimony and a universal offering that invites listeners to feel deeply, move freely, and remember who they are.

Catch TIHANE performing at Pizza Express Live in London on July 22, 2025.