Artist Spotlight

Alvin Chris New Track Released – Bug

Alvin Chris is entering 2022 on the right foot! The result of constant evolution over the last two years: after an eventful 2020 with the release of his first project “Enchanted”. He presented a complete range of influences, explored through titles such as “Hello, it’s still me”, “Matter of time” or “Psycho”.

In 2021, on the strength of a pre-selection for the iNOUÏS du Printemps de Bourges, and a victory at the Tremplin Radar, he delivered a superb life at MaMA on October 15, at the same time as he unveiled superb new singles.

The machine is now launched: the young artist announced at the end of the year his new upcoming EP for February 4, 2022, titled “After You”. The promise of striking artistic maturity, having only make labels: both rap, pop, or experimental electro, Alvin Chris is above all a complete artist and an outstanding author.

The well-felt and meaningful punch lines burst out, the melodies make instantly fly, the flow is sharp. With “Bug”, which will be present on the EP, Alvin draws up a well-felt satire of our consumerist society, on electro-pop background, without forgetting certain poetry. Without taboos or barriers. Like an artist who is become himself, fully assuming himself. It’s Alvin Chris and it’s beautiful.

Alvin Chris works best on Hip-hop, French rap, R&B.

Album Review

R3b3l I explores self-discovery through sound on “A Different Frequency” album

In a music scene often ruled by lyrics, R3b3l I proves that you can tell a powerful story without a single lyric. “A Different Frequency” is a twelve-track instrumental hip-hop and rap-inspired album inviting you into a deeply personal journey of growth, self-discovery, and purpose, speaking its message purely through mood, rhythm, and expression.

“Dance Before the Throne” opens the album, immediately establishing the tone of reflection and reverence. From here, “Elevate” and “The Wave” continue, adding momentum and a sense of movement and change. Each piece is a chapter in a larger story, allowing you to interpret the music with your own experience.

Songs like “I AM Power,” “Level Up,” and “Awaken” seem to be a big part of the progression of the album. The energy is one of empowerment and inner evolution. “The Jazzy Hop” is a nice change of pace in style, with a smooth, groove-flavored taste that shows R3b3l I’s versatility. Meanwhile, “Carousel,” “Raindrops,” and “Heartbeat” are moments of introspection that balance uplifting themes with emotional depth and openness.

Artist Spotlight

“Signalling Signatures” finds Mr Pigeons exploring dreams, truth, and hidden meanings

While the first look at an upcoming project usually sets the expectations, Mr Pigeons does something more ambitious with “Signalling Signatures.” With this release, the hip-hop artist opens up a portal into “Shining Arras,” inviting you into a world where dreams, symbols, and hidden meanings collide.

“Signalling Signatures” is an exploration of the thin veil between reality and imagination, based on themes of altered consciousness and shifting perspectives. The song is a mix of mythology, film, and spiritual symbolism and encourages you to look beyond the ordinary and find the messages in everyday life. Mr Pigeons delivers with purpose and swagger, blending introspection with crisp storytelling. He also renders the abstract ideas of the song accessible.

The thing about “Signalling Signatures” that is so compelling is its sheer audacity to challenge you. There are no easy answers in this song, only a quest for truth, perception, and uncertainty. A good opening chapter to “Shining Arras,” and it manages to build up suspense as well as showing Mr Pigeons’ artistic vision. “Signalling Signatures” is a good introduction to what could be an interesting new creative phase for the artist.

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