Spindle Selects: Tracks Of The Week
It’s finally Friday, and we are ready for the weekend! We have an all-new Spindle Selects Playlist for your music rotation. Featuring new releases from James Blake, Nasty Cherry, Alaina Castillo, Tom Grennan, and more. Check out the rest of our selects below…
Kygo ft. Zak Abel – Freedom
Legendary producer Kygo has teamed up with vocalist Zak Abel on the aptly titled track ‘Freedom‘. Before the current COVID-19 pandemic, the two were due to film the visual for the single on the sunny beaches in the Maldives. But with social distancing as a priority, the two made a quirky quarantine inspired video that will have you smiling from ear to ear. Listen to the single and check out the video below…
Scribz Riley – East Side
Breaking into the scene with his track ‘East Side’, Scribz Riley is creating his own lane of Hip Hop/R&B. His first single is an origin story of sorts, in which he discusses his roots and growing up in East London. Even though ‘East Side’ is his first single, this isn’t the 26-year olds first rodeo with music. Working with artists like Khalid, H.E.R., J Hus, and Cardi B Scribz Riley has already earned 2 Grammys.
Freddie Long – Fade
Freddie Long opens up about his dark days and insecurities on his new track ‘Fade’. The heartfelt record is backed by a cinematic-production that beautifully represents the song’s message and complements Freddie’s soulful voice.
Queenie, Lioness and Stush – This One
Queenie, Lioness, and Stush are serving on their new track, ‘This One.’ The three MC’s are giving fire bars on the single, which is backed by hard energy-filled production.
Regard x RAYE – Secrets
DJ/Producer Regard and pop songstress Raye have made a fire banger with their new collab ‘Secrets’. The sensual record has a moody sound that will have you wishing it was a summer night at the club. If you’re feeling antsy, just put this record on and dance the worries away.
Emily Burns – Press Pause
Singer-songwriter Emily Burns is continuing to release amazing music with her new anthem ‘Press Pause’. Discussing the “need to take reflect”, ‘Press Pause’ is a record for the stress-filled individual thats looking for a mental escape – even its only for 3 minutes. Speaking on the record, Emily states, “I wrote ‘Press Pause’ as a kind of personal protest against the constant trail of overwhelming information that I see in the media and across socials, every day…Sometimes it all feels a bit too much, so ‘Pressing Pause’ is a metaphor for turning down all of that noise and taking a second to just think and breathe. Like switching off the news.”
Taylor Janzen – Devotion
Emerging songstress Taylor Janzen is doing some “self analyzation” on her fantastic single ‘Devotion’. The dreamy track touches on the complexities of relationships and finding the happy medium of loving your partner and not losing yourself in the process.
ames Blake – You’re Too Precious
‘You’re Too Precious’ is the first 2020 single for the talented triple threat, and we are in love. The style and sound of the song are classic James Blake – unique, innovative, and atmospheric. Along with releasing new music, he has been connecting with his fans through live streams, hosting masterclasses, covers, and giving fans sneak peaks of music.
AWA feat. BJ The Chicago Kid – Too Late for That
AWA sings about breaking up with a toxic EX on her new single ‘Too Late for That’. Partnering up with the illustrious BJ The Chicago Kid, the two artists deliver impressive vocals and relatable lyrics about learning from relationships. If you’re going through a tough break up during this time of quarantine, then peep AWA’s new track.
JoJo – Lonely Hearts
The soulful songstress is continuing her music take over with her new single ‘Lonely Hearts’. The R&B single is a taste at whats to come in terms of her forthcoming album – scheduled to be released next Friday! Come thru JoJo and your incredible vocals!
Nasty Cherry – Shoulda Known Better
The ladies of Nasty Cherry have released another banger with their brand new song ‘Shoulda Known Better’. Penned alongside production duo Noise Club, the girls navigate the pop-punk sound with ease on the record, adding their own personalized flare. If you want more Nasty Cherry music – like us – don’t worry because the foursome has been cooking up a new EP which is set for a summer release.
Alaina Castillo – pass you by
The rising bilingual pop songstress Alaina Castillo has released her highly anticipated EP and intimate single ”pass you by”. The songstress worked closely with Sam Roman – also known as RØMANS – on the record. Speaking about the emotional track, Alaina states “It started with me talking about how I wished I could stop overthinking everything and just live in the moment, and ended up being a song that I think of on the daily because it reminds me to not get lost in everything that’s happening and to just enjoy it. I hope that it can do that for whoever listens to it.’‘
The 1975 – If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know)
We’re getting that much closer to a new album from The 1975, and to ease the wait, the band has gifted music listeners with another banging track. ‘If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know)’ is an upbeat record that sounds like it’s fresh out of the ’80s. Filled with synths, a funky sax solo, the new single will be a staple in our weekend rotation.
Tom Grennan – Oh Please
Tom Grennan gets soulful on his new single ‘Oh Please’. The new track – which was inspired by Amy Winehouse, Kendrick Lamar, and Curtis Mayfield – is a story of possibility and the idea of new beginnings. Brimmed with inspirational lyrics, intense production, and insane vocals, ‘Oh Please’ is a must-listen.
YUNGBLUD – Weird!
YUNGBLUD is his loveable angsty self on his single ‘Weird!’. The relatable record discusses the feeling of uncertainty. Speaking about the inspiration for the single, the rebellious artist states, “I wrote the song about the weirdest time in my life ever imagined. I felt like the ground beneath me was a maze that was shapeshifting, and I felt like I was going to fall down the cracks and, in my opinion, the world feels exactly like that right now. I wanted this song to make everyone feel that everything was going to be alright no matter how weird things get”.
New Hope Club – Worse
After securing a top 5 spot on the UK charts with their self-titled debut album, New Hope Club is back with their track ‘Worse.’ Bringing their classic harmonies and an addictive production to the forefront, ‘Worse’ is a record that will be stuck in your head all weekend long. Make sure to tune into their new video later on today.
Jake Bugg – Saviours of the City
Jake Bugg has released his emotional acoustic track ‘Saviours Of The City’. Written with his friend ONR, Jake states, “I wrote this last year with my mate Robert (ONR). It’s a song I didn’t envisage releasing this early, but it seems to resonate with what’s going on right now and makes sense of it for me in some ways.”
SG Lewis– Chemicals
SG Lewis is back with his brand new funky single ‘Chemicals’. The talented artist shines on the record, beautifully showcasing his vocals and producing abilities. ‘Chemicals’ is his first track of 2020 and follows his concept album ‘Dusk, Dark, Dawn.
Victoria Monét – Dive
R&B songstress and Ariana Grande collaborator Victoria Monét is bringing sensual R&B with her latest track ‘Dive.’ Set as the third single off her forthcoming project, the songstress sings about sexuality and being adventurous with your partner. The production is inspired by the smooth sounds of classic R&B, jazz, and hip hop. After consecutively delivering three empowering singles, we have to stan.
Charli XCX – claws
Charli XCX has dropped another futuristic banger with her new single ‘claws’. The songstress continues to experiment with her style and sound on the record, fusing electronic beats and bubble gum pop sounds.
Kali Uchis – honey baby (SPOILED!)
Kali Uchis has dropped some major atmospheric R&B fire with her latest EP ‘TO FEEL ALIVE’. The new project was put together in her room during the current self-isolation period. With four fantastic tracks, Kali’s new EP is everything we could have wanted and more…
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