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Stephan Folkes tugs at the soul with new single “Is this paradise?”
Stephan Folkes’ new single “Is this paradise?,” is one that stops you in your tracks. “Is this paradise?” the evocative lead single from his upcoming album Hazard, is a moving and thought-provoking meditation on loss, remembrance, and hope. Folkes weaves an all-encompassing landscape that’s closer to stepping into memory than pressing play on a song. His voice, sweet and rough, threads through the production with a subdued urgency, summoning the kind of questions that don’t require answers.
What elevates this track is that it feels heavy with emotion and the way it’s conveyed with maturity. Whereas some might have leaned into melodrama here, Folkes finds space for every note, every word a willingness to let you sit in the ache, if not drown in it. It’s a musical slow burn, gorgeously held in check but profoundly felt, like the glow of an old photograph that you never quite have the nerve to hide away. The lyrics do the heavy lifting with grace, telling a story of someone clutching the past not from weakness but from preference. There’s suffering in the mix here, yes, but there’s also power, a reminder through recollection to heal. At a time when culture craves authenticity, Folkes provides it in spades, peeling away the slickness to reveal something real, something human.
“Is this paradise?” is at once as intimate as a journal entry and as anthemic as anything else out there. It’s music designed not just to be heard but felt in the quiet spaces, the late nights, the silent drives, and the moments when we reach for what has been lost and touch something sacred in our longing to remember. In this debut, Stephin Laing introduces himself as an artist and offers listeners a hand through the fog of grief, lighting the way toward a brighter place. If Hazard keeps this up, that will not merely be an album. It will be a turning point.
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Mamas Gun and Brian Jackson shines light on the truth on latest release “DIG!”
Mamas Gun makes a strong comeback with their new single “DIG!.” The track sounds more like a strong statement of intent than just a release. The UK band is known for its smooth blend of blue-eyed soul and traditional black music. They show once again that they can make music that sounds both thoughtful and very new, while still being real, emotional, and sophisticated.
“DIG!” was recorded directly onto analogue tape, and every note has warmth, grit, and soul. The production choice gives the music a rich, natural sound that complements the band’s unique groove. It is a piece of music that makes people slow down, really listen, and experience it rather than hear it.
Adding famous collaborator Brian Jackson, whose vocals, keyboard, and flute give the song a timeless elegance, adds even more depth and magic. Jackson is known for working with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Gil Scott-Heron, Roy Ayers, and Earth, Wind & Fire. His addition makes the song something truly special. His reunion with Andy Platts, the lead singer of Mamas Gun, almost twenty years after they first worked together creatively in New York, gives “DIG!” a very personal touch that can be felt throughout. “DIG!” sets a strong mood based on connection, art, and essence. Mamas Gun not only goes back to their roots but also makes them stronger. This song is heartfelt, timeless, and completely captivating.
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Bromsen crafts a suspension between attachment and release in new single “Concendrain”
Bromsen’s latest release, “Concendrain,” is very immersive and lives in the space between control and disintegration. The song smoothly shifts from focused to tired, from connected to free, and captures a complex emotional balance that is both personal and universal.
“Concendrain” starts slowly and carefully, the structure has layers that change over time, so each part can come out on its own without any stress or hurry. As time goes on, electronic textures begin to emerge, giving the music a mood that eventually turns into rock-infused energy. These different sounds don’t clash, they work together to create a track that is alive, fluid, and always changing.
The guitar, voice, and rhythm should all work together on the song. These parts don’t compete for attention; instead, they work together to make a smooth flow that pulls the listener into the song’s emotional depth. The arrangement features vocals that complement complex guitar lines and a steady beat that keeps everything in line.
“Concendrain” is really interesting because it has two sides. The track is about the fight in your head between giving up and pushing through, and between staying focused and giving in to tiredness. Bromsen and Reatsch work together to make something that looks natural and well-made. “Concendrain” doesn’t try to be cool or follow trends. Instead, it gives you a slow experience that you should really pay attention to. “Concendrain” is a powerful and thought-provoking work that sticks with you long after the last note has faded away. It stands out because its structure changes, its atmosphere is rich, and its emotions are strong.
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