Re-Up – The New Releases You Need To Tap Into Featuring [@SummerBanton], [@BNXN], [@Cristaleyy], [@FemiTahiru], [@Darkoo] & more

It’s been an amazing week filled with fresh releases. Here’s our top picks! 

Ayanna – In A Perfect World EP

Love Renaissance’s latest signee Ayanna has returned with her latest project ‘In A Perfect World’ EP. This project is filled with beautiful, soulful R&B sounds. 

BNXN – Sweet Tea (Aduke)

Afrobeats star BNXN has returned with his latest single titled ‘Sweet Tea (Aduke)’. This track is filled with BNXN’s signature lyrical and vocal style. ‘Sweet Tea (Aduke)’ is the first single off of his forthcoming album titled ‘Sincerely, Benson’. 

Bib sama. – XCHRA II EP

Rising star Bib Sama. has returned with his latest EP ‘XCHRA II’. This EP includes fan favourites ‘BBB’ and ‘Baefriend’. This EP is filled with an infectious blend of different sounds. 

Courtney Courtney – Overthinking

Fresh off the release of her debut track ‘Mums Car’, Courtney Courtney has returned with her follow up single, ‘Overthinking’. Her soulful, tender vocals lace this nostalgic, guitar-riffed production, making for such an easy listen. 

Cristale – Roadents 

Brixton native Cristale’s latest offering is her heavy-hitting single ‘Roadents’. This track is the follow up from her Nike-sponsered Daily Duppy representing for the Lionesses. ‘Roadents’ is also featured on the soundtrack for the final season of Top Boy, in which Cristale makes her TV debut. 

Darkoo & Tion Wayne – Shayo 

Longtime collaborators Darkoo and Tion Wayne have joined forces once again on their latest track ‘Shayo’. This upbeat single is filled with lyrics encouraging you to live your best life in whatever circumstances you find yourself in. 

Eliza Oakes – Heaven In Your Eyes

South Londoner Eliza Oakes has released her soulful new single ‘Heaven In Your Eyes’. Eliza’s vocals take centre stage on this track to deliver a heartfelt message of comfort to those feeling lost or trying to make their dreams come true. 

Femi Tahiru – It’s Nearly Over 

Femi Tahiru is one of the most intriguing voices on the scene right now. His Alt-R&B style is the perfect foundation for this slow paced soundtrack with atmospheric bass lines and polished, layered vocals. ‘It’s Nearly Over’ shows that Femi Tahiru is crafting music well beyond his years. 

GAWD – Cathedral City EP 

Rising R&B duo GAWD have released their debut EP ‘Cathedral City’. Fresh off the release of their single ‘Two Hot’, the duo are keeping the momentum going and are proving why they are the artists to watch out for. The ‘Cathedral City’ EP consists of 10 mesmerising tracks that takes listeners on a sonic journey. 

Immi Dash – Overkill 

R&B newcomer Immi Dash has released her latest single ‘Overkill’ which is a calming and expressive sound. ‘Overkill’ is an introspective insight into her forthcoming debut EP. 

Juls – Palmwine Diaries Vol.1 EP 

Producer Juls is known for experimenting with different African sounds. His latest EP ‘Palmwine Diaries Vol.1’ is an amalgamation of the many forms of Highlife that has been created over the years. 

Kwaku Asante – Blue Solstice: Volume 2 EP 

Kwaku Asante’s latest project ‘Blue Solstice: Volume 2’ is filled with R&B and Funk elements. This project is a follow-up from his 3-track EP ‘Blue Solstice: Volume 1’ that dropped earlier this year.

Kwes E – Pixels 

Canterbury based artist Kwes E has returned with his latest track ‘Pixels’. After the release of his two track single pack ‘Nursery’ earlier this year, the rising star is showing no signs of slowing down. 

Leaf Tyler – mkin up ur mine xp 

Leaf Tyler’s latest Alternative/Indie single ‘mkin up ur mine xp’ is filled with thoughtful lyrics and an infectiously catchy beat. The Tendai-produced track is a really unique listen. 

Lyco & Lotto Boyzz – Ice N Rum

‘Ice N Rum’ is the latest track from two of the Midlands hottest artists, Lyco and Lucas (one half of the Lotto Boyzz). This track is a smooth, flavoursome blend of UK Rap and Afrobeats, giving us the greatest vibes to end Summer ‘23. Lucas delivers with lyrics about a romance having trivial times while Lyco provides silky Afrobeats laced vocals that lead the track into a more upbeat direction. 

OURAA ft Tee – Just Breathe 

London native OURAA has returned with her highly anticipated single titled ‘Just Breathe’ which features UK Rapper and Producer TEE. This track showcases a more vulnerable side to the multi-faceted artist that her followers may be used to. 

Oladapo – In Case You Never Love Again EP 

Nigerian singer/songwriter Oladapo has captivated hearts once again with his latest EP ‘In Case You Never Love Again’. This 10 track EP takes you on a journey of unfulfilled emotional connections, navigating the ebbs and flows of relationships. 

Odumodublvck – MC Oluomo 

Afro-Grime sensation Odumodublvck has blessed the airwaves with his latest single ‘MC Oluomo’. His signature style match perfectly with this infectious beat.

Sam Dotia – Destination 

After the release of his two track single pack ‘LOST SOMETIMES/TtBW’, Sam Dotia has returned with his latest offering ‘Destination’. His smooth-yet-soulful style is evident in this track. His signature style carries this soulful single well. 

Summer Banton – Be My Guest 

Singer/songrwriter Summer Banton has dropped her newest single ‘Be My Guest’. The Livingstone Brown produced record will automatically teleport you back to the early 2000s. 

Shay Lia – On The Low 

Shay Lia’s latest single ‘On The Low’ is a collaborative release with Canadian producer and DJ Kaytanada. This upbeat track is the latest single from her forthcoming album titled ‘Facets’ which is set to drop on the 20th October.

Swank Mami – Eurostar – EP 

Norwegian Pop star Swank Mami has returned to the music scene with her debut EP ‘Eurostar’. This EP is filled with a blend of Dance, Electronic and Pop sounds. 

Taloula – B.I.W.F 

East London native Taloula’s new single ‘B.I.W.F’ is an infectious R&B track. ‘B.I.W.F’ is a reflection of personal empowerment and a call for others to find their strength and voice. This single is off of her highly anticipated debut album coming this year. 

TeeZandos ft Isong – Let You Go (Licka n Zands) 

Described as the ‘Princess of Drill’, TeeZandos has marked her return with a whole new sound. ‘Let You Go (Licka n Zands)’ blends the gritty essence of Drill with the infectious rhythms of Garage and elements of R&B. 

Wxterboi – HOLD ME 

‘Hold Me’ is Wxterboi’s newest single. Filled with smooth R&B melodies, the lyrics and the beat make the song such an easy listen. 

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