'Top 5' Weekly Music Round-Up

We Speak Media | ‘Top 5’ Weekly Music Round-Up (03.11.23)

Published

1 year ago

November 3, 2023

Find the latest new music in our ‘Top 5’ weekly music round-up here at We Speak Media. In this weekly feature, we will be bringing you the hottest new acts and music out there.

RAPHAEL ‘Dreams’

Singer-songwriter Raphael dropped his latest release ‘Dreams’. The pop and R&B-infused offering showcases his masterful songwriting skills and vocal delivery. RAPHAEL comments on the track, “My favourite line from the song is “when the heart intercepts the mind, in peace, you feel aligned” … a lot of times we struggle for a sign and do we think with our heart or decide with our head and the truth is in love both the head and the heart are in agreement and you are at peace because it feels like it’s truth.”

Roving Crows ‘Dirty Habits 2.ø’

Irish folk-rock group Roving Crows has the ability to perform in a way that is both distinctly captivating and encouraging. With its captivating and thrilling music, the four is an incredible force. “Dirty Habits 2.ø,” their upbeat and gritty new song, is rich and full of strong Celtic influence. They deliver a stunning blend of true emotion, energy, and soul with their intense violin playing, thought-provoking lyrics, and thunderous drum and bass noises. Their lively live performances consistently guarantee an enjoyable experience for the audience, and they have crafted a unique and compelling sound that surpasses the limitations of the Irish folk genre.

ZeXzy ’Live’

‘Live’ documents a pivotal moment in ZeXzy’s music career as he dives deep and opens up about his personal struggles. It’s a heartfelt and touching story that many will resonate with. The song is shared with VersVs who took on their own interpretation of the track. ZeXzy comments on the release, “‘LIVE” was an unconscious creation made from an overflowing subconscious mind that was so pained at the time. It was the 16th of February, 2023 and my producer was making beats for a song and I just started singing “I choose to live” on the beat. It sounded nice and everybody seemed to feel its depth, so I picked my phone up and recorded the tune. I had the song written and on the 27th of March, 2023 we started production on the track, and in a few days I recorded it.”

Monograms ‘Listen Up’

Ian Jacobs is a musician from Brooklyn whose stage name is Monograms. He uses forceful, rapid tones to express his own thoughts. Vibrant lyrics, clear percussion, and trippy melodies combine to produce a dynamic soundtrack of mainstream and underground music spanning a wide range of genres. His latest offering ‘Listen Up’ is a storm of bouncing beats, jagged guitars, and expansive feedback that combines gloomy tones with groovy, upbeat optimism, and rises to a furious crescendo with genre-bending assaults of post-punk, new wave, and indie-rock production. It’s is accompanied by a complex music video that combines the adventures of a masked protagonist in an eye-catching visual presentation. Monograms appear and disappear from his own picture before submerging into a performance like a dream. The song’s rolling guitars, driving, syncopated beat, and unique vocals are all enhanced by this visual.

Cagri Raydemir ‘Absence of Patience’

Music producer and singer-songwriter Cagri Raydemir showcase his love for music on his latest release of ‘Absence’. The four-track EP is outstanding and a tasteful offering. Particularly ‘Absence of Patience’, featuring Julian Hesse, is an exceptional creation of a genre-blend of alternative, rock, and progressive.

'Top 5' Weekly Music Round-Up

WESPEAKMEDIA: TOP 5 WEEKLY MUSIC ROUND-UP (20.12.24)

Published

3 days ago

December 20, 2024

Philomena Marie

Find the latest new music in our ‘Top 5’ weekly music round-up here at We Speak Media. In this weekly feature, we will be bringing you the hottest new acts and music out there.

The Neon Sea ‘As I Wonder’

The Neon Sea didn’t just arrive; they stormed in with ‘As I Wonder’, a track that drips with atmospheric charm and sheer ambition. The song is a masterclass in blending influences—think Stone Roses grandeur meets Pink Floyd’s introspection—but it never loses its originality. Doyle’s lyrics float like smoke in a dream, grounding the cosmic production with raw humanity. Add in the personal touch of abstract artwork by Doyle’s son, and this single is more than music—it’s a bold, cohesive work of art.

Fitasha ‘FAMOUS’

Fitasha’s RUSH is an electrifying manifesto of self-determination, with ‘FAMOUS’ standing as its defiant opening roar. Her “villain song” isn’t just about biting back—it’s about commanding the room and rewriting her narrative. From its jazz-hip-hop fusions to its Latin inflections, RUSH feels like a pulsating heartbeat of resistance and ambition, a vibrant push against the limits others set for her. If you’re into artists who walk the line between bold and vulnerable, Fitasha’s layered lyricism and sonic adventurousness are here to grab you by the collar and demand your attention.

Lauri Järvilehto’s “Typhoon”

Lauri Järvilehto’s “Typhoon” hits hard with its mix of emotional depth and sweeping soundscapes. It’s the kind of song that grabs you right from the start, pulling you into the storm and propelling you through it with its uplifting energy and heartfelt lyrics. The track feels personal yet universal, perfectly capturing the chaos and beauty of navigating life’s challenges. Whether you’re listening for the mood or the message, “Typhoon” delivers a captivating experience that’s impossible to forget.

Josh Rifkin ‘Save it For The Morning’

Lifted from Josh Rifkin’s latest album, Lancaster Road, ‘Save it For The Morning’ is a testament to the art of crafting infectious, soulful pop. Its opening lines grip you with a confident swagger—vocals warm with a timeless flair, lyrics painted in vibrant, relatable storytelling. There’s a natural magnetism in the upbeat groove, a blend of old-school soul and contemporary charm. The track’s hook is an earworm in its own right, but what sets it apart are the intricate verses, peppered with crisp musicianship and surprise melodic turns. It’s a surefire standout to kickstart the album.

Jean-Loup Pinson ‘Tell All The Truth/Surrender’

Jean-Loup Pinson’s ‘Tell All The Truth/Surrender’ is a masterstroke of modern composition, boldly bridging centuries of artistry. In this standout track from A Moment of Deathlessness, Pinson pairs the haunting choral beauty of The Carice Singers with the hard-hitting spoken word of London poets Armanious and Tanaka Fuego. Dickinson’s timeless themes of truth and surrender become visceral and urgent in Pinson’s hands, carried by a production that seamlessly layers ethereal vocals with futuristic beats. The result is a track that feels revolutionary yet deeply human, cementing Pinson’s place at the forefront of contemporary musical storytelling.