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JMT Unleashes New Single ‘Yes, I Can’ featuring Daniel Hex
If there’s one thing Detroit’s dance scene doesn’t do, it’s stand still — and “Yes, I Can” from JMT (featuring the velvet-smooth Daniel Hex) is a propulsive reminder of why. A gloriously over-caffeinated mix of GhettoTech, Techno, and slow-jam R&B, the track pulses with the urgency of a city that’s always two steps ahead. It’s a track that hits like a body-high: one part sweat, one part soul.
Opening with a smooth, almost deceptive calm, Daniel Hex croons over a mellow, groove-laden beat. You’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve stepped into a blissed-out D’Angelo B-side — until JMT yanks the rug out. Suddenly, the tempo surges and the track barrels into GhettoTech territory, all jacking rhythms and bassline chaos. And it works. The transition isn’t jarring; it’s exhilarating, like a rollercoaster that starts with a hug and ends in freefall.
There’s a confidence here that’s impossible to fake. Born in Heaven Studios on a stormy day, the track crackles with that kind of “made in a lightning bolt” energy. The rain may have fallen outside, but inside the studio, JMT and Hex were cooking up something electric — a track that shimmers with tension and resolve. It doesn’t just flirt with genre lines, it wipes them off the map entirely.
Hex’s vocals remain calm amid the storm, a soulful anchor that never lets the listener drift too far. His delivery is magnetic, intimate, and precise — exactly what a track like this needs to avoid flying off the rails. It’s that friction — between heart and heat — that gives “Yes, I Can” its bite.
This is music for sweaty basements and rooftop come-ups, for headphones and subwoofers alike. It’s the sound of Detroit looking forward without forgetting where it came from. And in JMT, the city might just have found its newest sonic architect.
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There is a sense of arrival woven into every moment of Edwina van Kuyk’s new single, “Here To Stay.” The Irish pop-soul artist has steadily built momentum with each release, but this latest offering feels like a defining statement—one that showcases both her artistic growth and her willingness to dream bigger. Rich with warmth, heart, and ambition, the track captures an artist stepping confidently into her next chapter.
At the centre of the song is an uplifting fusion of contemporary pop-soul and gospel-inspired grandeur. Produced by Cian O’Donoghue, the arrangement gradually unfolds into something expansive and deeply moving, allowing Edwina’s expressive vocals to shine. The addition of the choir from St. Kevin’s Community College in Clondalkin proves transformative, adding a sense of community and emotional scale that elevates the song beyond a traditional pop release.
What makes “Here To Stay” particularly compelling is its sincerity. The influence of gospel music is felt not only in the choir arrangements but in the spirit of the track itself. There is an uplifting quality running through the song that feels earned rather than manufactured, driven by genuine passion and conviction. Edwina’s vocal performance anchors every moment, balancing vulnerability with strength.
The collaboration with the St. Kevin’s choir also brings an inspiring local dimension to the release. Their voices add richness and texture, creating moments that feel celebratory without sacrificing intimacy. It’s a reminder that some of the most powerful musical moments come from collective expression rather than individual spotlight.
As Edwina’s profile continues to grow, “Here To Stay” stands as her most accomplished release yet. It is ambitious without losing its emotional core, polished without feeling distant, and uplifting without becoming predictable. Most importantly, it feels like the work of an artist who knows exactly where she is headed—and who has every intention of staying there.
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