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Little Brown Jug Brass honours family legacy in heartfelt new single “My North Star Home” featuring Ashley Ghostkeeper

“My North Star Home,” a deeply moving new single featuring famous Métis artist Ashley Ghostkeeper, is the return of Little Brown Jug Brass, who are known for their lively mix of funk, jazz, and roots. The song is a heartfelt tribute to family, legacy, and the lasting advice of loved ones.

The group’s trademark brassy reinventions are mixed with introspective lyrics about hard work, love, and wisdom passed down through generations in “My North Star Home.” The song narrates the tale of a father whose lessons and dedication endure even after his demise. The lyrics paint a picture of family, strength, and the “north star” that guides us all the time, from long summer days in the fields to the values he taught his kids.

Ashley Ghostkeeper’s singing adds warmth and closeness to the song, which goes well with Little Brown Jug Brass’s lively, funk-infused music. The song is both heartfelt and impossible to stop listening to because it has a perfect mix of soulful storytelling and the group’s signature high-energy arrangements.

Little Brown Jug Brass has been called “bringing the party” because their sound combines funky jazz, roots influences, and brassy reinventions into something both familiar and new. “My North Star Home” adds a deep, reflective layer to the band’s music that shows how versatile they are while still keeping the positive energy that fans love.

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“Empatia” by Aurien & Jab Vix set the tone for an atmospheric new era

“Empatia,“ the stunning electronic debut of Aurien, in collaboration with Jab Vix, is the start of a new creative universe under Aurien’s newly launched imprint Château Bonheur Musique. The track feels like a doorway into a curated emotional space, built from atmosphere, storytelling, and immersive sound design.

“Empatia” is founded upon a contemporary electronic aesthetics that favors texture. The production is sleek and considered, offering up soft rhythmic pulses within roomy layers that breathe. Working with Jab Vix gives texture and dynamics to Aurien’s perspective and sets the sound for the song. It’s more about feeling the music than looking for peaks of high energy. It builds slowly and invites you to sit in the mood.

A highlight is the “Elegant Mix,” which takes the original and gives it a more subdued, slicker makeover. It allows the heart of the composition to come through more intimately, and this duality reinforces the idea behind Château Bonheur Musique as environment, experience, and feeling. “Empatia” is a debut statement and manifesto for the immersive, emotionally intelligent electronic music that works as effortlessly as it does in shared spaces. It’s a thoughtful direction for Aurien, where sound is not just heard, but lived in.

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Saint Escape injects an attitude into a classic for a new generation on latest release “Everybody Wants To Rule The World”

SAINT ESCAPE takes a classic favorite, “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” and gives it a new twist, transforming the iconic hit into an alternative rock statement full of personality and modern flair.

Rather than just repeating a familiar song, Saint Escape offers a bold vision to the track. There’s a touch of “baddiecore-lite” attitude, married with alt-rock vibes, a feeling that seems tailor-made for those who love nostalgia but want something that speaks to today. The result is familiar, yet refreshingly different.

The track establishes its own identity right from the first moments. The alternative rock styling provides a sharper edge to the song’s timeless themes, making for a dynamic listening experience that feels vibrant and contemporary. With confidence in every note, the performance can stand on its own but still respect the legacy of the original.

While acknowledging the song’s emotional and cultural significance, Saint Escape also celebrates a more rebellious aesthetic. The “baddiecore-lite” influence adds an interesting attitude to the track, making it feel fun, confident and effortlessly cool.

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