SWVN – Distance [Video]
South African artist SWVN now based in Scotland is back with a good time banger with auto-tune and bumping beat by MunkyBeats. This is the official music video for Distance on which SWVN tries to stay positive and remain happy as he looks into the future.
Mr Brown – Isotope 436 [Audio]
Mr Brown brings us Isotope 436 for the 10th day in the We Stay True 12 bit SP12 Days For Xmas. His instrumental track highlighting the use of the classic SP12 drum machine features classic crunchy drums, and soothing key pads, but this one is all about the simple, yet effective dirty electronic bass.
Nwiz x Uncle Wanda – Like Somebody [Audio]
Leicester residents Nwiz x Uncle Wanda team up for the new track Like Somebody over an Endless production. Nwiz and Uncle Wanda shell it over the stripped and paired back backing track. With chipmunks for the chorus we got a banger on our hands.
Genesis Elijah – Strong One [Video]
Another deeply soulful track from the Genesis Elijah and Pastor Dutchie duo. On Strong One Genesis Elijah describes his strength and how he is now ultra confident. This is not misplaced braggadocio, but a recognition of the work put in and the accomplishments he has achieved. Production is a simple dope sample looped up.
Joe Cain – Wrap It Up [Audio]
For day nine in the We Stay True 12 bit SP12 Days For Xmas London based producer and Armed Dukes member producer Joe Cain brings us Wrap It Up. Another banger with Rhodes chords, piano keys and a smashing snare as well as periodic synth pad and ride cymbal. Classic.
Cyclonious – Invasion Day [Video]
Cyclonious continues to drop videos from past releases, which are still relevant today. This powerful single 'Invasion Day' is taken from the 2017 majestic album 'The Revival'. This time Cyclonious has put together the production in superb fashion creating an enchanting beat and melody which is a beautiful detailed frame while Cyclonious brings a splendid narrative that completes this master piece.
Summers Sons – Nostalgia Pt. 1 [Video]
Summers Sons (Slim and Turt) are a jazz rap group from South London and here they are performing 'Nostalgia Pt. 1' for Wordplay Sessions. Its an smooth song with an eerie organ backing and Funky Drummer drums. The lyrics have emotional and reminiscent feel.
Oath – Another Morning [Audio]
Number eight of the We Stay True 12 bit SP12 Days For Xmas extravanganza is here and we get Oath's Another Morning. This instrumental is made from piano samples and ethereal sounds over a bumping beat.
New Guardz – Lady Day Prod. Motion Hyrule [Video]
'Lady Day', the third drop from the upcoming New Guardz album Tribe. This time the Guardz take it back to their boom bap roots with a melodic piano heavy beat from Motion Hyrule and scratching from Cut Malina. Motion Hyrule himself spits alongside Ray Vendetta and K Zorro, each boasting laid back flows and slick bars.
Verb T and Illinformed – Legacy [Video]
High Focus Records is proud to present Verb T and Illinformed - 'Legacy' - Lifted from their brand new album 'Stranded In Foggy Times'. Bars and beat on point as expected. This record label doesn't miss. The LP is available to order now on Vinyl / CD / Tape and Digital from the High Focus Shop.