Every week, Music News and Liberty Music look at the best new releases from emerging and self-releasing artists.
Paula Jivén – ‘Say That’
Having impressed so many with a wave of releases over the last few years, fast-rising Swedish singer-songwriter Paula Jivén is now previewing her eagerly-awaited debut EP ‘The Duality In Me’ with the powerful new single ‘Say That’. Channelling the same euphoric alt-pop tones as fellow Scandinavians Sigrid and MØ, her newest release sets a perfect stage for her to take 2022 by storm.
Jay Trigga – ‘Special Somebody’ ft. Cjayy Prime
After spending much of last year unveiling a wealth of impressive offerings, Zambian artist Jay Trigga recently dropped his brilliant new EP ‘Lover Boy’, featuring the vibrant new gem ‘Special Somebody’. Collaborating with Cjayy Prime for the release, the pair knock out this fresh and exciting afrobeat jam, filled with soaring textures throughout.
Tony Shades – ‘Nightmare Fuel’
Following up the incredible success behind his recent efforts ‘Go Gaga’ and ‘Far From Home’, electronic DJ and producer Tony Shades looks to continue that stellar rise with his uplifting new release ‘Nightmare Fuel’. Teaming up with vocalist Jessie Westreich, he delivers a strong and pounding slice of techno, brimming with lush and euphoric aesthetics.
Mereo – ‘So Cold’
After initially establishing himself with his stunning 2020 debut album ‘Synchronous’, Dutch singer and songwriter Mereo makes his vibrant return with the breezy new single ‘So Cold’. Channelling a dense and atmospheric RnB direction from start to finish, his newest gem will warm your heart and soul throughout these winter months.
W7lf – ‘The Time’
With a wealth of broad and enticing releases throughout last year, Libya-born but Australia-based artist W7lf returns once again with his bouncing new jam ‘The Time’. Bringing back more of his fresh and exciting approach to hip-hop, he rides a smooth and shimmering bed of laid-back beats to deliver one of his more inventive offerings to date.
