Spindle Selects: Tracks Of The Week

It’s finally Friday and we have a banging new Spindle Selects Playlist to help you ring it in. Featuring releases from Flo Milli, 070 Shake, Brent Faiyaz, Bree Runway and more. Check out the rest of our selects below…

Flo Milli – Pussycat Doll

Flo Milli has done it again with her brand new EP ‘Ho, Why Is You Here?’. The Alabama rapper is confident, cool, and reading every hater to filth. Her track ‘Pussycat Doll’ is a standout record that will have you feeling yourself from start to finish. Speaking on the EP Flo states; “This project is introducing a revamped newer me. A newer version of myself that I’m still discovering. This phase of me comes with an ego and an attitude. This is setting the tone for what I have to come in the future, I want everyone to feel the energy I’m coming with.”

Olivia Lunny – Hold Me

Olivia Lunny is coming onto the radar full-force, just today unveiling her new single ‘Hold Me.’ Serving as her last release before her debut EP To The Ones I Loved, ‘Hold Me’ is an edgy and hypnotic track which beautifully contrasts previous singles ‘Bedsheets’ and ‘Think of Me.’ Speaking to the heartbreak and confusion that comes with unrequited love, Olivia tackles a tale that every listener can relate to, giving us the comfort we need to get through these trying times.

Bree Runway ft. Maliibu Miitch – Gucci

Bree Runway teams up with Maliibu Miiitch on this electric new hip hop record. Their new track ‘Gucci’ touches on women empowerment and self-love. Speaking on the track and it’s message Bree states; “As a young black woman, I definitely felt like I was living through various pandemics during the pandemic. From COVID-19 to the global outrage of George Floyd’s death and having race at the world’s forefront louder than ever, being bombarded with footage of my people being constantly mishandled through the protests and even more police brutality incidents, it was all so overwhelming.” 

AK – Good Thing

New Jersey-bred rapper AK is back with another banger. ‘Good Thing’ is a jaw-dropping lyrical explosion in which AK seamlessly transitions between melodic verses and spitting rhymes. Tapping into his hustle and work-ethic as an artist, AK intends for ‘Good Thing’ to inspire his fans to push forward no matter the circumstance, making it the perfect hype track to overcoming any obstacle that comes your way.

Brent Faiyaz ft. 2 Chainz – F**k the world ( Summer in London) Remix

Brent Faiyaz teams up with 2 Chainz on his sensual track ‘F* The World ( Summer In London). Originally featured on his recently released album ‘F* The World’, 2 Chainz sleek bars and style elevates the swag and mood of the track to new heights.

NVDES – NVDITY Worldwide

Veteran artist and producer NVDES is back to elevate your vibe and change the world with his new release ‘NVDITY Worldwide.’  The title track of his sophomore full-length album, this laptop-punk genius’ new drop is another frequency-building banger. According to NVDES, “The new single ‘NVDITY Worldwide’ is the theme song, a call to action, to unite all those who experience the NVDES sound, to elevate the vibe, to connect with high frequency creativity and send that energy worldwide to make the world a better place.”

070 Shake ft Tame Impala – Guilty Conscience (Remix)

The brand new ‘Guilty Conscience’ remix with Tame Impala is the psychedelic/electronic track of your dreams. The two blend their unique sounds seamlessly, which will leave fans of both artists in awe. Get lost in your daydreams while listening to this track.

Shirazee – Tired

Afropop singer-songwriter Shirazee pays tribute to the Black lives lost to police brutality with his new release ‘Tired.’ Beautifully crafting his thoughts on this pressing subject into this heart-wrenching ballad, Shirazee has translated his emotions and feelings into his music – expressing the pain he, along with countless others, have and continue to face. All proceeds of ‘Tired’ are being donated to organizations that focus on ending racial profiling as well as foster the empowerment and betterment of Black lives including Color Of Change, NAACPLDF, and the ACLU Campaign Against Racial Profiling.

Taylor Swift – cardigan

Taylor Swift surprised her fans Thursday, by announcing a brand new 16 track album ‘folklore’ and she did not disappoint. The new album features an indie sound with a stripped down style. Her single ‘cardigan’ is the perfect example of the albums direction and overall tone. Watch the magical visual for the track below.

Sigma – High On You (FOAMA remix)

Bournemouth born duo FOAMA brings their signature sound on the remix for the summer anthem ‘High On You’. The single is a fist-pumping, effervescent dance track that will be on repeat all weekend long.

Little Mix – Holiday

Little Mix has released another summer bop with their brand new single ‘Holiday’. The feel-good track showcases the ladies immense vocal talents and will have you thinking about that special someone.

Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike ft. Regard – Say My Name

International producer/DJ’s Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and Regard have released a funky rendition of the classic Destiny’s Child track ‘Say My Name’. Pitching down the vocals, the trio includes a house sound while diving into the smooth R&B tones from the iconic record. We have to stan.

J. Cole – Lion King On Ice

J. Cole is holding nothing back on his brand new track ‘Lion King On Ice’. Tapping in to a fast and sleek flow, the honest track discusses his journey and hustle mentality.

Tolani – Bad Man

Rising artist Tolani is bringing the summer vibes with her infectious new afro pop single ‘Badman’. The track is filled with honeyed vocals, and a melow RnB-afrobeat production. Speaking on the record Tolani states; “’Badman’ is a song exploring the habit of getting caught up with the ‘bad boys’ so to speak… being drawn to that high. I feel like there’s this subliminal message that love isn’t love unless it’s turbulent in some way… and so, you get caught up in a cycle of looking for the wrong things in potential lovers.” 

Biig Piig – Don’t Turn Around

‘Don’t Turn Around’ is a funky blend of RnB, pop and hip hop and we are absolutely in love. Sampling from classic tracks like ‘Get It On Tonight’ and ‘Love for the Sake of Love’ ,Biig Piig blends her core influences into the song’s sound while singing about self-love and leaving toxic relationships.

Noah Cyrus – Dunno

Noah Cyrus will have you floating through the clouds on her new track ‘Dunno’. The atmospheric record is backed by simple production and bittersweet lyrics. We can’t wait to hear more new music from the songstress.

JonnoAQ – Say so

Peckham based artist, JonnoAQ has just dropped his emotive visual for ‘Say so’. The fantastic visual showcase’s the artist in different locations while passionately rapping about his come up in the game. Check out the full video for the track below.

Nadia Rose – Bad N Bougie

Nadia Rose has released a gritty new single with ‘Bad n Boujee’. The Croydon based rapper delivers an effortless flow and with hard-hitting beats. The new track will be featured on her upcoming project ‘First Class’.

Jaz Karis – Hold You

RnB songstress Jaz Karis shines bright on her single ‘Hold You’. The lo-fi track is perfect for that chill night in. If you can’t get enough of Jaz Karis then check out her new EP ‘All Eyes On U’.

Logic – Perfect

Logic drops his final record ‘No Pressure’ and it’s the perfect ending to a fantastic era. His single ‘Perfect’ is a great example of the immense talent and lyrical prowess that the MC has. We’ll miss you Logic.

DijahSB – Frontin Like Pharrell

Toronto-based rapper DijahSB is unapologetic and fiery on her new track ‘Frontin’ Like Pharrell’. Backed by a catchy production, DijahSB smoothly delivers bars about her come up in the game and her career milestones. Make sure to check out her new project ‘2020 the Album’. 

 Imoni – Energy

Essex singer/songwriter IMONI is a mesmerising RnB talent that needs to be heard. The songstress has dropped her sensual new track ‘Energy’ that marks a new chapter in the singer’s life. Speaking on the record IMONI states “’Energy’ is the first song I wrote during lockdown and the first track I’ve recorded in years so it feels like the start of a new chapter for me. 2020 has been a significant time for change and I’ve also felt a change in myself as I’ve grown more confident and empowered myself“.

Maverick Sabre – Don’t You Know By Now

Storyteller Maverick Sabre teams up with Dazed 100 nominee and award winning director Fenn O’Meally to deliver an acutely powerful video for ‘Don’t You Know By Now’. The visual, which also accompanies his latest 4 track EP ‘You Know How It Feels’ which is out today continues to see the talented singer delve deeper into exploring and telling sometimes difficult and challenging topics. O’Meally explains “I The entire project is sound tracked by a conversation on mental barriers between Jordan Stephens and Mav. It’s been special to work so collaboratively with Mav, we are both storytellers, so the story aspect of this piece and the following pieces came naturally”. A must watch.

ZieZie ft S1mba + Stylo G – Worth It

One to watch ZieZie continues his run of brilliant new music for 2020 with the uplifting ‘Worth It’, featuring cream of the crop talent S1mba and Stylo G.The video which he has been teasing from his socials, is roller skating rink, and looks playful, fun and perfect to get you in the weekend mood. The South London artist continues to reign with his cast list of features and collaborations, adding S1mba and Stylo G alongside Krept & Konan, iLL BLU, Loski and Lethal Bizzle. There is a promise of more new music across the rest of the year, and we can’t wait to see what ZieZie does next.

Syren – Syberia

Syren is a 19 year old artist born & raised in London who has been making music seriously since around the start of 2018. That wasn’t the start for this promising newcomer, who has been honing his craft for years with a gift for lyrics and storytelling a big part of that creative process. ‘Syberia’is taken from his EP, Synthetic Love, which is about fake affection or fake love, possibly digital or love from the future

Ayo Britan & Double LZ – Money

Ayo Britain is all about his P’s & Q’s with latest offering ‘Money’. Switching up the tempo in this melodic mixture of quip lyrics and swift production, Money sees Ayo team up with OFB’s Double Lz to deliver a masterclass in paper chasing. Together the pair have cooked up a tasteful take on “flexing” while displaying their uniquely distinctive flows over the irresistible earworm of a beat.

J Balvin, Dua Lip, Bad Bunny and Tainy – Un Dia (One Day)

Following the successful launch of his critically acclaimed album, Colores, J Balvin embarks on a new musical journey with the release of “Un Día (One Day),” a star-studded collaboration alongside fellow global superstars Dua Lipa, Bad Bunny and Tainy. A song about longing and nostalgia, this new bilingual anthem collides two worlds together: the house genre with the best of Latin rhythms, all while incorporating a medley of unforgettable rhymes and catchy beats that will almost make you forget this is a song about heartbreak.

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