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matt sak Drops Scintillating New Single “Ducati”

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matt sak is a rising artist originally from San Diego, California, and currently based in Washington state. Influenced by the lo-fi vocals of Damon Albarn and the freestyle prowess of Future, matt is building a name for himself with his confident vocal delivery and booming instrumentals, as can be heard on his brand-new single, “Ducati”.

The track stands out on first listen with its captivating beat and matt’s ethereal vocals and melodic flow as he fuses hip-hop with pop sensibilities. It’s only his second release following debut single “Jumped the Gun” last year, but it’s already clear from what can be heard so far that matt has a bright future ahead and will be around for a long time to come. Speaking further on “Ducati”, matt says, “This song started from sampling the Red Light Green Light sound from Squid Game. Once I sped it up, I added the beat and the bass, and then I wrote the melody and the words right away. After that, I added the chords, and that’s pretty much the song.

“I wanted to create something that felt good without needing a big explanation as to why it’s good. I wanted to create something good in the same way a sunset is good or the lines on a classic car are good. I wanted something people would want to play in the car or for their friends when they have people over or by themselves in their headphones.”

“Ducati” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://lnk.to/MattSakDucati.

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Marz Starlife Makes A Striking First Impression With Healing

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Every once in a while, a debut comes along that doesn’t just introduce an artist – it reveals a soul. Marz Starlife’s first EP, Healing, is exactly that. It’s raw, it’s heartfelt, and it doesn’t pretend to have everything figured out. Instead, it leans into the messiness of real life – the mistakes, the heartbreak, the isolation – and tries to make sense of it all through music. Born in Jamaica, raised in the UK, and now back on the island, Marz brings a cross-cultural perspective to his storytelling, but at the heart of Healing is something deeply human: the need to reckon with the past in order to move forward.

Across the project’s standout tracks, Marz doesn’t hold back. In Bad Memories, he opens up about years lost to incarceration, fractured relationships, and the weight of regret. “Spent four birthdays locked up, baby remember me please,” he raps, in a tone that’s both matter-of-fact and aching. The production stays subdued and moody, letting the lyrics breathe. There’s no glorification of the streets here, only reflection. He admits to being young and caught up in the chase for fast money, but he also shows growth, making it clear that he’s not the same person he once was. It’s a track that lingers, not because it tries to be flashy, but because it feels real.

The title track, Healing, is where everything clicks. Marz taps into something almost spiritual as he raps, “I turn pain into power, darkness to light.” The song is layered with poetic lines and subtle emotional shifts, balancing toughness with tenderness. There’s a determination to rise above, even when the scars still sting. He reflects on his upbringing, his time in the streets, and the inner battles he continues to fight. “No shrink can understand how I’m feeling,” he says, and honestly, it’s hard not to believe him. The pain here is too specific, too lived-in. But instead of letting it swallow him, he uses it to fuel something greater.

What’s refreshing about Healing is that it doesn’t try to fit neatly into any one genre or narrative. Marz blends elements of UK hip-hop, Jamaican rhythm, and emotional rap into something that feels uniquely his own. He’s not here to be the loudest or the flashiest; he’s here to be honest. And in a world full of over-produced, over-polished music, that honesty stands out.

With Healing, Marz Starlife has given us more than a debut; he’s given us a mirror into his journey, and maybe even our own. Whether you’ve lived through similar struggles or are just someone who appreciates music with depth and heart, this EP is worth your time. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it’s possible, and that sometimes telling your story is the most powerful thing you can do.

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