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“Can I be there?” by Stephan Folkes is a letter to the power of standing alone
Surrounded by constant buzzing and distraction, Stephan Folkes dares to sit with silence and turns it into a melody you won’t forget. His most recent single, “Can I be there?” is a delicate, stripped-down anthem that arcs its way through even the quietest of the soul. “Can I be there?” comes across like an open journal entry, raw, honest, and unworried about the dark. Stephan’s voice will be both intimate and resonant, leading everyone through a landscape of emotional solitude in which strength doesn’t always roar but instead whispers, reflects, and gently asks, can I exist in this place with all of me intact?
It’s also a promising precursor to Hazard, Stephan Folkes’s debut album, which appears to be a deeply emotional and diverse body of work. If this track is any indication, Hazard is a journey through inner territory. While “Can I be there?” delves into loneliness, it also succeeds in honoring it, taking isolation, and turning it into a space that is necessary for healing, understanding, and growing. What sets this song apart is that it won’t disguise vulnerability. Instead, it goes all in. The setting is stark, nothing is overproduced, and every note sounds like it’s been meaningfully, if also sparingly, chosen. That sonic restraint affords room for Stephan’s lyrics to breathe and, most importantly, to hit. You don’t simply hear the longing in his voice, you feel it in your chest.
“Can I be there?” makes its home in the in-between, the sights we tend to speed by, grief, solitude, and instances of spiritual dissonance, and discovers a sort of stillness there. Stephan invites us to listen, not just to him, but to feel alongside him and pose our own questions about where we belong in those quiet moments. This is a reminder that sometimes, being alone isn’t always about being empty, it’s about making space for the truth to arrive. With this release, Stephan Folkes is constructing a mirror.
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Loris Tils delivers a dazzling, jazzy, groove bomb on latest release “Mustache Pete”
Loris Tils’s new single, “Mustache Pete,” is an upbeat instrumental that feels more like a full musical experience than just a song. The track takes listeners to a thrilling place where Jazz culture, Funk attitude, and high-energy Disco all come together. “Mustache Pete” is all about the groove. The beats are tight, the basslines are catchy, and the music tells stories in a fun way. Its Jazz roots are undeniably classy, and they are perfectly balanced by the raw power of Funk and the constant push of Disco. The result is a song that alternates between polished sophistication and lively dancefloor energy, keeping listeners engaged throughout.
What makes “Mustache Pete” stand out is its character. It sounds like the instruments are talking to each other, giving and taking style, confidence, and charm with each note. The groove is short, but it leaves a lasting impression that makes you want to hear the song again right away. This instrumental music evokes vivid scenes and feelings without using words.
Loris Tils is a master of rhythm and texture, creating a soundscape that is both fresh and classic. “Mustache Pete” not only pays tribute to classic influences, but it also brings them back to life with modern energy and artistic skill. If you like jazz, Funk, disco, or just good music, you have to listen to this song. Loris Tils makes a bold and colorful statement with “Mustache Pete,” a groove that knows no language. It is a song that makes you want to dance, makes you happy, and makes you want to hear it again. It is an instrumental piece that stays with you long after the last note fades away.
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AZSH rises through the storm with an unstoppable spirit in latest release “On My Way”
AZSH (pronounced “Ash”), a Miami-based dance pop soul artist, has a new single called “On My Way” that’s a declaration of strength rather than a typical song. Using her unique “Miami Pop” style, AZSH combines sultry vocals, emotional honesty, and cutting-edge production to create a moving song that speaks to people who feel let down, unsure, or as if their dreams have been put on hold. “On My Way,” is a reflective anthem with a smooth 110 BPM groove. Centered on resilience and personal evolution, it’s a soundtrack for the in-between moments perfect for listeners moving forward with purpose.
“On My Way” is all about not giving up. It captures the emotional weight of disappointment, getting through hard days, and the will to keep going no matter what. AZSH is honest about problems and turns them into strength, using each setback as a reason to grow. The song shows a quiet confidence that grows over time. It shows that change doesn’t happen all at once, it takes time, belief, and inner strength.
The track sound fits with AZSH’s artistic style. Her voice is warm and expressive, flowing perfectly over a smooth, soulful, and uplifting production. The music conveys a sense of movement, which aligns with the themes of progress and moving forward. This song works just as well when you’re alone, thinking about things, as it does when you’re listening to an uplifting playlist to improve your mood.
“On My Way” is an important part of AZSH’s growing story as an artist and storyteller. It represents freedom, change, and happiness, not as ideas, but as real things that come from hard work and determination. In “On My Way,” AZSH shows that being strong doesn’t mean failing, it means being able to bounce back after each failure. This song is for people who know they haven’t reached their goal yet but are sure they are making progress toward it.
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