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Rayhan’s “Perfect Days (stoned)” captures the beautiful mess of isolation

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On his latest single, “Perfect Days (stoned),” Rayhan brings us into a lazy haze of self-reflection, solitude, and the leftfield edge of rebellion, one of those tracks that clocks you right in the heart as you stare out your apartment window at 3 in the morning. “Perfect Days (stoned)” sounds like a love letter to the art of existence. Inspired by Wim Wenders’ film Perfect Days, Rayhan delivers a downright alt-rock track here, acknowledging the peace of being alone and the ache that still crushes right beside it.

The track, which is produced by Wolfgang Pander, combines grunge guitars and a punk edge with a hard-hitting rap verse for a genre-defying cocktail that defies definition. The production maintains a raw elegance, distorted but never unwieldy and weighty, leaving enough space for Rayhan’s voice to pierce through without hesitation. Rayhan is at his most exposed, lyrically speaking, “I get the most, faded alone / Nobody knows but me / What’s left of my heart / When I gave it all / Down to its upholstery…” These aren’t just words about long nights in Toronto or ruined relationships, they’re a universal sentiment about trying to find peace in the midst of chaos.

The bittersweet liberation of wasting time, the surrender to a moment so saturated with feeling that everything feels both weightless and impossibly heavy, It’s all here, in his hook, “Let’s go get stoned … that’s a perfect day.” Rayhan doesn’t avoid the sadness but doesn’t allow it to overwhelm the track. Instead, on “Perfect Days (stoned),” he revels in the liberation of being rather than doing stoned, cheesy, alive. It’s a purifying song for anyone who has, at some point, felt both lost and perfectly at peace with it.

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El Vrother turns negativity into strength on new single “My Biggest Fan”

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“My Biggest Fan” is a powerful, insightful, and surprisingly uplifting song. It’s a Latin-infused hip-hop anthem that puts a new spin on turning negativity into strength. El Vrother’s latest track is about redemption, growth, and being real.

This was inspired by a real-life event in which a listener admitted to posting hateful comments about El Vrother’s work for years before becoming a steadfast supporter. The ironic and human change gave the song its creative spark, and El Vrother didn’t get back at anyone or ignore the problem. Instead, he turned it into art, which shows that even anger can change when faced with honesty and sincerity.

The song has a unique sound that is both authentic and powerful, blending sharp Latin rhythms with a hip-hop foundation. His story shows how music that comes from real struggles, real life, and real feelings can have a significant effect. It is an artistic position that runs counter to the negative trends common in modern music charts. “My Biggest Fan” is a statement that authentic storytelling will always be important.

El Vrother uses the song to show that music can change people’s minds, break down walls, and start real change. He thinks of the song as proof that music can change how people feel. This is a response to the widespread culture of hate online. El Vrother improves the conversation in “My Biggest Fan” and gives us a piece with purpose, a beat, and an effect.

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SHAB shares Dave Audé remix of “Say It With Your Chest”

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SHAB returns with energy on her new single, ‘Say It With Your Chest’ (Dave Audé Remix), a stunning rework of her empowerment anthem. Paired with Grammy-winning DJ and producer Dave Audé, SHAB brings her message of confidence and self-assertion to the dance floor itself, an aural experience that is both fierce and free-forming.

From the opening beat, Audé’s production acumen is on display, bass-heavy, rhythm-infectious, and all about making sure you hit every drop. Commanding vocals from SHAB pierce with precision and power, reminding us to stand tall, speak up, and own our power without reservation. The remix transforms the original track into a heart-pounding club anthem that’s equally suited for late-night DJ sets and gym playlists.

The energy between SHAB’s powerful voice and Audé’s global production talent is a no-brainer when seeking the perfect mix of pop, house, and electronic brilliance. For those who are craving something a little more substantial, though, this remix fits the bill. It’s a homecoming, an affirmation, that magnifies SHAB’s bold artistic vision while cementing her status as one of the world’s dance-pop stars. The beat for each is precisely right for a song where the theme is be bold, be loud, and don’t hold back.

SHAB’s “Say It With Your Chest (Dave Audé Remix)” is empowerment with movement, an anthem to blast at the people who need reminding of your confidence. Whether hearing SHAB for the first time or following her music journey since day one, this remix is evidence that her artistry continues to evolve with intention and power.

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