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Myles from Home Shares New Single ‘Dusty Lavender’

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1 year ago

February 22, 2024

Hailing from Canada, Myles from Home is back with their brand-new single ‘Dusty Lavender’ infused with a folk-rock vibe and an anthemic chorus that will capture the listeners’ attention from the very first note.

Under the direction of the musical genius Myles Hildebrand, Myles from Home is the newest amalgam of jazz and funk-infused rock. Myles from Home infuses rock and roll with new life, drawing inspiration from the colourful worlds of funk and jazz. Their sound explores diverse genres, infused with mellow folk-pop and sorrowful lyrics.

‘Dusty Lavender’ has a groovy production with guitar, bass guitar, drums, organ, and harmonica. The exceptional vocals are filled with passion and emotion with a heartfelt delivery.

Like many of their songs, Myles wrote the guitar part while sitting on his balcony in Vancouver, Canada, looking out over the Pacific Ocean. After the music was written, the inspiration for the lyrics came much later. “I was having a laugh with a lady I was madly in love with and joked I was going to write a song about all the hippie-witchy stuff she was into and call it Dusty Lavender”. Months after she left, I actually did write the song.”

On the song, Myles from Home comments, “Some people are into astrology, some are into astronomy. Some people worship the moon, some people design rockets to go there. This song is about loving someone with a different worldview and the struggle to keep an open mind and truly understand them. The simple structure is built around an anthemic sing-along chorus with a briefly mathy harmonica solo. The chorus asks a series of questions and the song concludes with the only logical solution – “I will always love you”. We all love a Dusty.”

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Drela and Stonebwoy Deliver a Masterclass in Grit on ‘DEM DEAD’

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7 hours ago

June 25, 2025

Philomena Marie

The Afrobeats scene is evolving rapidly, and “DEM DEAD” by Drela and Stonebwoy might just be its next pivotal moment. The song doesn’t tiptoe into your speakers — it kicks the door open and announces itself with teeth-baring confidence. Drela, still on the ascent, raps like someone who knows his moment has arrived. Every bar is sharp, laced with realness, and aimed like arrows toward his sceptics.

Stonebwoy, a legend in his own right, doesn’t just lend a verse — he elevates the entire track. His voice, full of lived wisdom and unmistakable power, balances Drela’s youthful ferocity with a seasoned calm. Their chemistry is undeniable. You can almost hear the unspoken respect between them, making “DEM DEAD” not just a collaboration, but a cultural handshake between generations and regions.

Sonically, Mix Master Garzy cooks up a storm. The beat is aggressive but polished, with layers of percussive flair and melodic tension that reflect the emotional weight of the track. This isn’t background music — it’s front and center, demanding full attention. The production moves like a soundtrack to a revolution, and Drela and Stonebwoy are its leading voices.

The visual treatment seals the deal. Shot across iconic locations in Lagos and Accra, the music video fuses art and symbolism with street realism. There’s a narrative here — one of struggle, resistance, and ultimate triumph. Both artists appear in their element, delivering not just performance but presence. The shots of unity and resilience speak louder than any lyric.

In a time where feel-good anthems often overshadow songs with true intent, “DEM DEAD” reminds us of the power of message music. It’s a battle hymn for the ambitious, the underdog’s war chant. Drela is clearly not just chasing clout — he’s building legacy. And with Stonebwoy backing him, the world better be ready.