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Emerging Music Artist Joshua Sheppard Releases Indie-Pop Single ‘Rolling Thunder’
Hailing from Ontario, Joshua Sheppard is an emerging music artist who has released his upbeat indie-pop single ‘Rolling Thunder’.
‘Rolling Thunder’ hones in on the foundation of his love for music and creative ambitions. The indie-pop offering infuses electric guitar, piano, drums, some minor fillers, and vocals. There’s a fun vibe to the track that showcases Joshua Sheppard’s exceptional musical talents.
Based on an event he had when he was younger, Joshua Sheppard penned this song. He went to the studio to cut the track. Firstly, he recorded it with vocals and an acoustic guitar, before changing the production to add other crucial musical components to the tune.
Joshua Sheppard comments on the track, “‘Rolling Thunder’ is about looking back at a fond memory in life, and not feeling sad it’s gone, rather using those emotions to propel yourself forward into the future to even better things. In my case, the song is based on a true story from my childhood”.
ABOUT JOSHUA SHEPPARD
Growing up, Joshua Sheppard was exposed to various musical genres and started singing before he could talk. He began piano lessons at the age of five and picked up the guitar at the age of 10. He began playing in bands at the age of 12. At age 15, Joshua started writing original songs and albums, numbering nearly 80 titles today. At 17, he released his debut single ‘Take My Time’, followed by ‘The Bigger Picture’ and ‘If I Make It’.
Joshua Sheppard has developed his own unique sound which draws from various genres of music from the likes of Ed Sheeran, Imagine Dragons, Juke Box The Ghost, and M83. He has a mix of eye-catching visuals, thoughtful lyrics, and refined means of presentation making him stand out as an up-and-comer in the music industry.
Joshua Sheppard is paving his way into the music scene with his promising sound. Stay tuned as ‘Rolling Thunder’ on all streaming platforms. For updates on Joshua Sheppard, please visit his social media and streaming platforms.
North London’s 4t9 isn’t just stepping into the UK rap scene – he’s kicking the door wide open with his debut single, “Freedom”. Blending hard-hitting drill beats with motivational lyricism, 4t9’s arrival feels bold, intentional, and impossible to ignore. While drill music often leans on themes of street life and bravado, “Freedom” carves out its own lane, focusing on self-belief, focus, and determination.
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His verses showcase a knack for clever wordplay. Lines like “In Paris riding the metro / I’ve been wavy from the get-go / I still compete and I get gold / That’s the 9 on me like Crespo” highlight his ability to blend cultural references with sharp storytelling. He paints pictures of grind and grit, but it’s always laced with a forward-thinking attitude.
The track’s production matches this energy, with a brooding instrumental that balances dark, rolling basslines with crisp percussion. It’s the kind of beat that demands attention, creating the perfect backdrop for 4t9’s powerful delivery. Meanwhile, the track’s structure keeps momentum high, with the hook acting as a grounding point that ties the themes together.
Adding to the track’s impact is its visually striking music video, directed by ODXC. The visuals mirror the song’s intensity, capturing 4t9’s commanding presence as he delivers each bar with conviction. The sleek visuals, combined with the track’s unrelenting energy, make “Freedom” feel like a real statement piece.
With this debut release, 4t9 shows he’s not here to follow trends – he’s here to create his own lane. His blend of raw authenticity, sharp lyricism, and motivational energy makes this debut impossible to overlook. If “Freedom” is just the starting point, there’s no telling how far 4t9’s ambition will take him.
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