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Everyone wants to live like they’ve got money to burn - even when there’s barely any in the bank. “Money Machine” sees Essex’s Cabra link up with Manchester’s Migraine Mowgli for an atmospheric, bass-heavy track built around an infectious flute melody and bouncy, hardhitting drums. The pair play with the chase for the good life - designer clothes, fast cars, expensive nights and financial freedom - while knowing the reality doesn’t always match the dream. There’s a tongue-in-

A new face to the industry, of Indian Origin, specifically Tamil, Preacherboy came from a Hindu family, growing up in his teens as an atheist exploring worldly pleasure until he was invited to church in 2023 where he gave his life to Christ and was born again. Preacherboy channels style and heart felt messages & experiences through his music. Firmly based on Hip-hop, electronic and Gospel, the emerging star emerges on spreading the works of God in his life & in the lives of o

Some songs tell you exactly how to feel. Others leave enough space for your own story to unfold. On Desires, Manchester-based artist Joize chooses the latter. Blending Afro-R&B, Alté and contemporary R&B, Desires explores the quiet tension of wanting someone you know you should leave behind. Rather than relying on grand declarations, the record leans into subtle emotion - capturing those moments when a room can be full of people, yet your mind remains fixed on one person. Tha

Are you willing to risk it all? The question Molly J keeps on asking throughout her new single ‘Risk It All’ which is out now! It is the soulful piano masterpiece we all need on our playlists. Written, produced, and recorded by herself, Molly J challenges the perception of love and romance the main public has. It is often depicted as sacrificial, but the main message is asking the person if the choice is right knowing that a lot of people are wolves in sheep's clothing waiti

LAY MARIE Releases Dark, Soulful New Single “CIRCUS” London-based, Manchester-raised singer-songwriter LAY MARIE has released her dark, soulful and hard-hitting new single “CIRCUS”, out now following its release on 13 August 2026. Written from a place of raw emotion, “CIRCUS” explores the shock, anger and confusion of deep betrayal. The exact story behind the song is deliberately left open to interpretation, allowing listeners to find their own experiences within it. The titl

Rising R&B and Neo‑Soul voice Chidimma returns with Obi M, a radiant new single that celebrates love, heritage, and the timeless spirit of Igbo highlife. Released on 31 July, the track marks a vibrant new chapter for the British‑Nigerian artist as she continues to carve out a sound defined by authenticity, cultural pride, and soulful storytelling. Rooted in the warm, melodic textures of classic highlife, Obi M is produced by Lagos‑based producer Kuspid, whose signature blend

Some artists arrive with a story carved from grit, intention, and quiet determination. M3dal, the Ghanaian rapper now based in London, is one of those artists - a creative force shaped by discipline, introspection, and an unwavering belief in the power of sound. His name itself is a mission statement: “M3dal means (Making Every Decision A Legacy)” - and that ethos runs through everything he creates. Before music, there was drawing. Growing up in Accra, creativity was already

Some artists walk on stage. Tee Valentine arrives. At our recent Unsigned Showcase at Soul Mama, he delivered the kind of performance that doesn’t just land - it lingers. By the time he reached the end of his set, the room was electric, the crowd chanting “One more song!” until he gave in and extended his performance. It was a moment that captured exactly who Tee Valentine is: authentic, unpredictable, and deeply connected to the people listening. But behind that energy is a

There’s a certain warmth that follows Monifé - the kind that feels familiar even if you’re hearing her for the first time. Ahead of her performance at our Unsigned Showcase on 21 July 2026, we’re spotlighting an artist whose journey blends intention, vulnerability, and a deep love for the craft. Her sound is unmistakably R&B, but her story is rooted in something even richer: community, curiosity, and a lifelong relationship with music. Raised in a home where Jill Scott, Monic

The new single release from the Unsigned Award winning artist Arthur Black is a stand alone track that follows her debut EP released at the end of 2025. The single, titled Blythburgh, is a purposeful stray away from the organic band sound that Arthur is better known for. It's a protest against the pressure of being put in a box as an independent artist. The promo visuals signal a return to the brooding white face paint that Arthurs early work was accompanied by. The song its