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Sounds like:
Jaden Smith,
Frank Ocean,
August 08
By
Tobias Handke
on
Feb 11, 2020
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88rising affiliate, Joji, continues to be one of the most underrated vocalists in the game. Taking a modern approach to R&B and pop, the 27-year-old never ceases to amaze, with new single, "Run," being another ...
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Sounds like:
Starchild & The New Romantic,
Nick Hakim,
Phony Ppl
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Jan 29, 2020
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IGBO's single, "Titas (Beloved Ones)," is gracing our presence in modern times but holding its place as a timeless R&B classic.With guest vocals courtesy of Nick Hakim, this track is a feel-good, experimental R...
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3

Sounds like:
Steve Lacy,
Ivy Sole,
Noname
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Dec 29, 2019
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Phony Ppl's single, "Somehow," is a soul-driven love song for experimental pop enthusiasts.The sweetly arranged electric guitar leads the way until the track eventually welcomes a gorgeous, orchestral composition. ...
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4

Sounds like:
Steve Lacy,
Mark Whalen,
Brad Stank
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Aug 23, 2019
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RMZ's single, "Music In The Village" is a refreshingly downtempo, R&B earworm that'll slither its way into your brain.The stylistic approach to the track resides in the spotty percussion that intertwines with t...
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5

Sounds like:
Connan Mockasin,
Lounge FM,
Paul Cherry
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Aug 17, 2019
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Billy Uomo's single, "If I Couldn't Have You," is a cut above the rest, combining old school soul tinges with modern day indie R&B to create a gem of a track.The single starts off on a completely different plan...
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6

Sounds like:
Billy Lemos,
H.E.R.,
Mister Novela
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Jul 17, 2019
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Orion Sun's single, "S T R E T C H" is a refreshingly tasteful chilled out R&B pop pleasure.The electronic, experimental approach that this song encompasses captivates the listener's attention due to its unassu...
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7

Sounds like:
Charlotte Day Wilson,
Moses Sumney,
Nai Palm
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Jun 20, 2019
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Nick Hakim's single, "Needy Bees," is a stripped down but eternally powerful R&B ballad of rawness and vulnerability.The fearlessness of this track existing as genuinely exposed as it is is a true testament to ...
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8

Sounds like:
Jakob Ogawa,
Brad Stank,
Banes World
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Feb 23, 2019
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Magroove's single "B Cool" is an infectiously groove-filled indie R&B track.
The experimental instrumentals ebb and flow between an R&B-focused rhythm and synth pop-drenched synths. The guitar contributes a blues laden vibe that adds an elem...
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