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DJ Mike Klaw Returns With Joyous New Single “WKND”
Fast-rising France-based producer DJ Mike Klaw has returned with his incredible new single, “WKND”. The release follows a series of successful singles from DJ Mike Klaw over the past year, such as “How I Act” and “Better”, which have helped him grow an impressive audience online as an independent artist. And “WKND”, one of his best releases to date, looks set to continue his exciting run and round out his 2021 in style.
Originally from Guyana, DJ Mike Klaw has been involved in music since the age of five when he began as a pianist. After relocating to France as a teenager, he expanded his musical palette and took up an interest in DJing and then producing. Now with many years of music experience under his belt, “WKND” perfectly highlights Mike’s sophisticated production skills. The uptempo feelgood track is bolstered further by a slew of catchy melodies and a huge hook that’ll no doubt be etched into everyone’s head after just one listen.
The common theme in Mike’s music relates to inspiring joy, happiness and bringing people together, which is evident on “WKND”. Speaking further on the release, DJ Mike Klaw says, “I had the idea to create a glamorous sound that makes you dance and can be listened to at any time whether it’s in a club, at home or with friends. It’s about having a great time.”
With another impressive addition to add to his growing discography, DJ Mike Klaw proves he is a force to be reckoned with and artistically at the top of his game. And with such a strong universal appeal to his sound, he will surely remain one to watch over the next year as he prepares to unveil more new music. “WKND” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://smarturl.it/wkend.
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Artist Spotlight
“Hell has frozen over” finds Sarina choosing peace over being understood
Sarina’s new track, “Hell has frozen over,” explores the less dramatic, more complicated moment of reaching the end of the road, being gaslit, ignored, rejected, and painfully lonely. It translates the emotional burnout into a rock-pop context that’s easy to understand.
“Hell has frozen over” focuses on the decision to step away, instead of explaining, defending, or seeking understanding from people who refuse to listen. The rock foundation gives it the right weight, the pop influence makes it accessible, and the focus stays on the emotional message.
Sarina’s art is the struggle of loss and being strong in yourself. It’s about understanding that protecting your peace is more important than being understood. And that’s the emotional balance that gives the release its character so that the subject matter has relevance beyond a particular circumstance.
“Hell has frozen over“ is a relief from the burden of carrying on a debate that will never be resolved. Sarina turns an experience of isolation into a statement about boundaries, resilience, and the choice not to get caught in the same cycle. The result is a record that’s at its best when it’s being true to what it feels like to finally be free from whatever has been holding you down.
Photo Credit: Andrea Hunter
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Girlhood finds summer warmth and quiet freedom on “Lemon Aid”
“Lemon Aid“ is a warm indie-pop ballad from Girlhood that finds comfort in the ordinary and weaves in a sense of release. This song is about surrendering to the moment, finding space to breathe, and letting a little lightness back in. This reflective core is surprising, given the warm summer-night feel of the track, hinting at a moment of emotional rebalancing.
Singer-songwriter Natalie Holmes has a tender personality and fronts the slow-burning “Lemon Aid.” The production supports that softness, keeping the song’s gentle mood and intimate direction front and center. Beneath the comfort is a thoughtful examination of pressure, transition, and the need to pause.
The song’s link to the streets of Stroud offers yet another layer of art to the work. Familiar places can mean something when life feels uncertain, and the emotional scene involves storefronts, parks, cafes, and leafy, winding streets. “Lemon Aid“ searches for beauty in everyday places and rituals, finding still moments that mean something without getting carried away.
The track is the first release of Girlhood’s forthcoming album, “This Will Make Sense In The End,” a more reflective chapter with hope at its heart. “Lemon Aid” is about softness, conjuring a space where dancing, wandering, and just existing can feel like a cure. It’s an unleashing of small observations and soft emotional movement and a clear indication of the thoughtful direction that Girlhood is heading next.
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