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Sohodolls celebrate those who don’t conform to societal norms with brand new single ‘Thread’!
Sohodolls are back once again to tease their long-awaited forthcoming new album with another highly intoxicating single. “Thread” is a song about finding your tribe and celebrating your non-blood family. It’s a playful song about those of us who are very passionate, slightly eccentric, maniacally driven and who don’t conform to societal norms. It touches on trauma and how that can influence who we flock to in a positive way – our tribe, that common language that form powerful and stable bonds.
“I wrote this song in Nashville with Tony Esterly”, reveals Maya von Doll. Musically we hit it off straight away – we both love The Gorrillaz, EDM and rock. And that day, I wanted to bring in some Lebanese or middle-eastern vibes into the music because I love that minor scale and I wanted to be able to belly-dance to it. It was such a lovely writing experience, and the song just poured out of us.”
Sohodolls recently climbed up the viral Billboard charts when Madonna’s daughter kickstarted their career again by dancing to one of their 00’s tracks on TikTok. The band have also recently had single ‘Bad’ featured in Netflix’s top 10 series ‘Geek Girl’, plus a slew of new press and radio attention from the likes of BBC Radio 1’s Nels Hylton, Absolute Radio’s Frank Skinner and Atwood Magazine to name a few.
“Thread” continues this exciting new era for Sohodolls and may be their biggest and best new track yet. Tony Esterly, who has worked with the likes of SIA, BTS, Mae Muller, KIRBY, Raekwon, Izzy Bizu and many more brings his own flavours to the song, which is a huge instantly engaging dark-alt-pop banger replete with infectious beats and glossy synths, as Maya von Doll lures the listener in with her perfect vocal and catchy refrain; “Thread it all together”.
Today we are talking about standout stories, there’s no story more inspirational than that of Philly artist; Kir. You may recognize his motto and brand #LONGLIVEBRAND & #DABRAND. From humble beginnings on the block to lighting up the Billboard charts, Kir’s transformational journey is nothing short of extraordinary.
Rapper & label owner, Kir has performed at shows with Lil Uzi, Meek Mill, Torey Lanez as well as festivals that included Rod Wave, Money bagg Yo and more! Born and raised in a neighborhood where dreams often get overshadowed by the harsh realities of life, Kir always had a spark of talent that set him apart. His early days were spent freestyling on street corners, where his raw and authentic lyrics began to capture the attention of his peers. As stated in one of his most recent uploads Big Facts Ft Yaya Flawless (Philly rapper and tv personality), “I’m out here giving them facts.” What started as a way to express himself and cope with his surroundings quickly became a passionate pursuit of a career in music. Kir’s relentless drive and unwavering belief in his craft pushed him to keep creating, even when the odds seemed stacked against him in ways he never wanted to imagine.
His breakthrough came when he decided to take a leap of faith and share his music on social media platforms. Many people caught on when he dropped “In Due Time” now standing with over a million organic streams and even more YouTube views. With each upload, his following grew, and his unique sound resonated with listeners far beyond his block. Kir’s authenticity and relatability struck extreme interest with fans, earning him a dedicated fanbase that believed in his potential. It wasn’t long before his tracks started gaining traction, and the industry began to take notice. Record labels reached out, collaborations were proposed, and Kir realized that his dream was turning into reality.
Today, Kir is not just another Philly artist but a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. His songs, which reflect his journey and the struggles he has overcome, have made their way to the Billboard charts, a testament to his talent and perseverance. But more than the fame and the accolades, Kir remains grounded, using his platform to inspire others to chase their dreams, no matter where they start. His story from the block to the Billboard is a powerful reminder that with hard work, dedication, and a little bit of faith, anything is possible.
Make sure you keep an eye and ear on this artist as he’s moving fast and creating music that we need to hear more of. Whether you see him driving foreign cars or performing his dad duties just know that his music and story is always in the mix and growing. As Kir says “You can’t stop what’s already written for you.” Check out Kir on social media and all streaming platforms — especially YouTube.
Day 1’s may remember: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SY8Fd3d4v-E&list=OLAK5uy_nv5dLMYmLI6d3u092BIp7DoOH_8A6Ce6k
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