Jamel Thomas is a rising hip hop artist from Toronto, Canada. After releasing his first LP “One On The House” in February of 2018, Jamel was able to break onto the university and college radio scene, getting play on over 100 campus stations; some notable mentions are: American University in Washington DC, University of Maryland, St. Louis University, the University of Texas and University of Notre Dame. The album charted in the top 5 on over 10 stations, making it to the NACC (North American College and Community) radio charts, peaking at #23 and competing against noteworthy artists from labels such as Roc Nation and Mass Appeal.
In 2019, Jamel released his first music video for “It Starts At Home” with a string of new music videos to follow. He is also planning to release a new, much-anticipated album this September. There is a captivating, high-energy element to Jamel Thomas’s music featuring an alternative hip hop sound distinct from anything else that’s out. Jamel describes himself as “Kendrick Lamar meets Drake meets The Weeknd,” but strives for originality in every song, infusing elements of R&B and Pop into the mix. He is committed to innovation and will continue to surprise his audience in the months to come!
LINKS:
http://jamelthomasmusic.com
https://facebook.com/jamelthomasmusic
https://twitter.com/jamelthomasndr
https://instagram.com/jamelthomasndr
https://youtube.com/jamelthomasndr
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Minx – Love You, I
Minx is a female MC from the UK who’s been working back and forth between her native London and NYC, real name Madeline Dunbar, she’s an extremely talented rapper, singer and songwriter.
Having performed all around the world alongside some great artists including Billy Slaughter and the Stonelove Sound System (Ochio Rios, Jamaica) Ninja Man and Turbulance (St Mary’s, Jamaica), Aceyalone and MC Supernatural (Las Vegas) and performing on the CUNY university float for NYC pride.
She released her first project ‘Bars and B.L.T’s’ in 2016. This Mixtape was written and recorded in Yonkers, NYC. The title aptly chosen with regards to the number of big sandwiches she was eating whilst writing lyrics in old 50’s Diners, it comprised of classic 80’s and 90’s instrumentals that she made her own.
Since then she has been releasing singles with features from Mr. MFN and Genovese and has been working hard on lots of new material. Some of the work that includes features from an incredible talent like Innocent?, Oowop the Don, Shabaam Shadiq, Nutso, MC White Owl and Tragedy Khadafi.
As a live performer, she is exceptional. She will seduce you with sultry hooks then attack with big bars, all the while with her tongue firmly in cheek, taking you on a journey through Hip-Hop, humor and heart.
This is Minx’s latest release ‘Love You, I’ and it’s her take on the ups and downs of a modern relationship, think Lily Allen and Monie Love having a party with Lauryn Hill and you’re halfway there. This is the sound of a young woman with a lot to say and it’s her time to say it.
LINKS:
https://www.minx4music.com
https://www.facebook.com/minx4music
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Klammer – Modern God
Leeds-based post-punk quartet Klammer present their new single ‘Modern God’, the first juicy taste of their new album ‘You Have Been Processed’, slated for release via Under Dogz Records later this summer.
Formed by UK Producer Steve Whitfield (The Cure, The Mission, Terrorvision, Jane Weaver) in 2014, drawing from the members’ shared love for all things angular, dark, loud and melodic. They’ve gone on to release two albums via Under Dogz Records.
Previously described as the love child of XTC and Gang Of Four, Klammer offer an enticing twist on the post-punk attitude, blending in elements of goth rock, punk rock, and darkwave, all with dark pop sensibilities. Here you’ll find plenty of hooks and a dark and edgy broodiness coursing through their sound.
‘You Have Been Processed’ will be the band’s third album, following up ‘Auslane’ and ‘Klammer’ and their debut 7” single ‘Everything Depends Upon The King’. Championed by Steve Lamacq on BBC 6 Music, Klammer’s music continues to excite with their dark themes allied to catchy riffs and anthemic choruses.
“Modern God is a darkly catchy gem of a track, starting with a crunching bassline, hypnotic drumming and classic post-punk melodic guitar riffs. Starts off with a bang and doesn’t let up and the chorus sticks in your head like glue whilst adding layers of emotional wrap by the guitars in the background”
– Louder Than War“Amazing and unnerving…I love what you’re doing”
– Alan Raw, BBC Radio“Haunting hooks and melodies in abundance… Klammer is pushing the boundaries of what alternative music can be but are smart enough to shroud it with a strong melodic sensibility”
– Pulse Alternative Magazine“Yorkshire’s finest exponents of all things Dark, Pop and Post-Punk… strong, clear vocals matched to chiming guitar notes… truly wonderful… it can only be a matter of time before Klammer are heard on a wider scale”
– Rock RegenerationKlammer have been consolidating their position as one of the country’s finest live post-punk acts, having played up and down the country consistently, both as a headline act and in support of other notable artists, including The Skids, The Undertones, Richie Ramone, Penetration and The Membranes, as well as Rebellion and The Great British Alternative festivals.
‘Modern God’ is available across online stores and streaming platforms as of May 11, as well as from Klammer’s own website and Bandcamp. The forthcoming album ‘You Have Been Processed’ will be available on vinyl as well as CD.
LINKS:
http://www.klammer.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/klammerband
http://twitter.com/klammerband
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsOn5ov6NDaBtgdf-iA3LqQ/videos
https://www.instagram.com/klammerband
https://soundcloud.com/klammer
https://klammerband.bandcamp.com
https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/klammer/id579352463
https://open.spotify.com/artist/25buSKBb5QaT31p8vKpxTV?si=JCDN3D5nQniIo0y71ASqAA -
Arlo – Rivers
East London based soul/ pop artist ARLO recently revealed gorgeous new pop song, ” Rivers”. Having been featured by Spotify New Music Friday and gaining the acclaim of a variety of publications, ARLO has revealed a stunning Jackson Ducasse directed video for the track.
The past few months have seen the fast riser take big strides forward, with two London sellouts at Camden Assembly and The Waiting Room as well as Mick Jenkins collaboration “Changing” cementing ARLO as an artist to watch throughout 2019. Clocking up over a million Spotify streams as an independent artist and press support from the likes of Complex, Highsnobiety, Nylon, The Independent and more, ARLO has been putting together a stellar catalog of releases and will continue to do so this year. Add him to your ones to watch list.
You can catch ARLO headlining 02 Islington Assembly on June 5th, 2019. Grab your tickets HERE.
LINKS:
https://www.iamarlo.com
https://twitter.com/iam_arlo
https://www.facebook.com/iamarlomusic
https://www.instagram.com/Iam_arlo