Top 10 Music: From Sassy Pop to Soulful Collaborations

Posted 2024-09-24 10:40:04

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This week’s music roundup is packed with exciting new releases, from empowering anthems to soulful masterpieces. Dive into the latest tracks from Sabrina Carpenter, Sara Lew, LLOREN, Teddy Swims, Pete & Vinnie Play, Zkeletonz, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and The Hidden Cameras!

Sabrina Carpenter’s “Taste”: A Sassy Pop Anthem

Sabrina Carpenter’s “Taste” is a dynamic and empowering pop track that showcases her vocal prowess and songwriting abilities. With its infectious disco-inspired beat and catchy melody, the song is a standout from her “Short n’ Sweet” album. The lyrics, which address themes of self-confidence and moving on from past relationships, are both relatable and empowering. “Taste” is a well-produced and expertly crafted pop anthem that is sure to resonate with listeners.

Sara Lew releases spacious and airy ‘Did You Ever Notice’

A beautiful song with some great lyrics. Sara encapsulates the feelings of loneliness, emotional isolation and the yearning to be with that someone

Listen – Did You Ever Notice

LLOREN grapples with societal expectations with haunting new single

Not just a great song but also one that makes you listen that bit closer. There’s a line in the verse “who could love a mad woman like me”. Definitely not something you’d hear but does get your attention

Listen – Mad Woman

Teddy Swims: A Powerful Vocalist with Room for Growth

Teddy Swims’ recent performance at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire showcased his exceptional vocal abilities and captivating stage presence. His emotive delivery and ability to connect with the audience were particularly impressive. However, while his current musical repertoire is strong, he may benefit from expanding his range to avoid repetition.

Despite the repetition, Swims’ performance was undeniably powerful. His rendition of Shania Twain’s “You’re Still the One” was a highlight, demonstrating his versatility and ability to infuse emotion into even the most familiar songs. Overall, Teddy Swims is a talented vocalist with a bright future. However, with further development of his musical repertoire, he has the potential to become an even more influential artist.

Well I wasn’t expecting this but am more than drawn to it even more. You wait for lyrics, which don’t come, but yet you still want to know what’s coming next. No words, just awesome drums and wild guitar and it works

Listen – The Wheel

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Zkeletonz weave their vibrant 80’s synth wizardry to perfection on new single ‘Lonely’!

Can if you’ve ever heard 80’s synth sounds before this sounds like it’s directly from the era. A somewhat boggley yet intriguing song about knowing your worth and going for it.

Listen – Lonely…

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Die With A Smile: A Harmonious Collaboration

Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ latest collaboration, “Die With A Smile,” is a soulful masterpiece that showcases their exceptional vocal talents and harmonious blend. The track highlights both artists’ strengths, with Gaga’s soulful depth and Mars’ powerful rasp creating a captivating listening experience.

The duo’s decision to explore a more organic blues/RnB/soul sound is a refreshing departure from their previous work. Their ability to seamlessly transition into this new genre while maintaining their unique identities is a testament to their versatility and artistry.

“Die With A Smile” is a must-listen for fans of both artists and anyone who appreciates soulful music. It’s a testament to the power of collaboration and the enduring appeal of timeless genres.

A great gig with a superb retro feel to it that makes it look like it could’ve been taken from the 60’s. One of the things you can’t take away from it is that great energy between the band and the crowd

Watch – High Upon the Church Grounds

I enjoy this video as it doesn’t overdo itself and has that creative storytelling aspect to it. Has that ‘a day in the life’ feel to it. Between the lines it shows a lot

Watch – ‘I Believe In The Good Of Life’ HD version