THEGUUDS w/ Ogi, KADOLEAF, Kinrose, Sækyi, Tommy Richman, mamadou, T H R O N E, Kingjp , Chanel Loren, and Pote Baby
Ogi- “I Got It”
LA-based singer/ songwriter Ogi recently dropped her debut sonic offering “I Got It.” This song exudes confidence .. her delivery and cadence blend well with the production and lush background vocal arrangements. The lyrics are delivered with allocution and heed. “I Got It” feels like earth tone-ish with a soft lavender. While this is her debut single, it truly feels like Ogi is growing into her own and fully aware of the presence she wants to make with her music. We’re looking forward to what’s to come next!
Mamadou. - “Tread Slowly.”
New York-based poet/songwriter returns with his latest spiritual though-tugging single “Tread Slowly.” Mamadou.’s choice of words is detailed and allows listeners to be graced by his solicitude. The song starts so calmly and transitions into an even more precise fast pattern cadence that emphasizes the message of the song. “Tread Slowly.” embodies those internal challenges of one’s pace of life that we all battle with. Last year, Mamadou. released a few singles and the year before he released his debut project To Stitch a Rose.
Pote Baby - “Set It Up”
GA-based rapper Pote Baby kicks off the year with his new single “Set It Up.” On this single, Pote is manifesting his life and embracing the challenges it may take to get there. His flow and subtle adlibs throughout the track; develop a formidable atmosphere of hope and effort. His use of sonics and cadences opens the field for him to lay out his blueprint and make his dreams into reality. Last year, he released two projects Pote Day and Pote Baby, which helped solidify Pote’s creative approach and curate a refreshing sound. With his new Soundcloud partnership, we’re excited to see what’s to come next!
Chanel Loren - “Playlist”
South East London native Chanel Loren makes her single debut with “Playlist.” Loren’s voice is velvety over the soothing and glitchy production. There’s something distinct but evocative that’s translated through Loren’s vocal arrangements that’ll induce listeners into waking down memory lane. Loren’s approach to blending garage with R&B music is refreshing and we’re looking forward to how she’ll transcend the genre-bending era.
KADOLEAF - “222”
VA native KADOLEAF recently dropped his latest offering “222.” The tempo of this song meshes well with KADOLEAF’s energized cadences and delineated harmonies. He finds the perfect balance between alternative, pop, and R&B as he sings about the word love losing its meaning. Earlier this year, KADOLEAF dropped a two-pack single and is expected to drop some more singles as 2022 plays out.
Sækyi , Tommy Richman & Rooftop Collective - “Taking Me Back For The Night”
VA natives Sækyi & Tommy Richman join forces on their latest genre-bending collaborative single “Taking Me Back For The Night.” This song sets the perfect soundtrack as the seasons begin to transition from winter to spring. The production meshes well with their cadences and impressionistic execution. Tommy’s ululating vocal arrangements create a guided path for listeners to become submerged by Sækyi astute but artful delivery. The choice of words used by both artist are precise and descriptive in feeling. In addition, the track was produced by Tommy Richman. Last year, Sækyi released his debut EP Sunset Demo’s and is slated to drop his follow-up project sometime this year. Since the new year kicked off, Richman has dropped a couple of singles and was expecting to hear even more music from him as the year plays out.
Kinrose - “profile”
DMV-based artist Kinrose returns with his latest single “profile.” Kinrose’s tonality and pacing set the tone and play as an additional instrument to the production by Alanfor. This song has a consistent bounce and is smothered in witty lines and abstractive references. Last year, Kinrose released Chopped, a short EP that serves as an appetizer to his full course. His follow-up is slated to drop in a couple of weeks and we’re excited about some new music.
T H R O N E & Kingjp - “V for Vanity”
North Carolina-based duo T H R O N E recently dropped their debut project Lionfish, a refreshing approach to neo-jazz and poetic Melodie’s that strikes to the core. This project feels free form and sincere. “V for Vanity” being one of the standout tracks truly tells a story of hope and the revelation of disillusion. Expecting something to be better than what’s reality and finding the grace within it.
There’s something nostalgic about this track; It could be YVHIKV’s infectious vocal contributions or the spoken word delivery by Hayatheus. Regardless, their words paint a picture so vividly. The project features Fly Anakin, Suave Dubois, Snick Foley, Domain Brown, and Jules filmhouse. Find some time and give this project a thorough listen!
