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[MP3 Premiere] Shan Vincent de Paul – Stand By Me
The Kitchen is psyched to premiere another amazing song by one of our (near) hometown artists, Shan Vincent de Paul.
Some of you who are all about discovering great new music may already be familiar with him from singles off his two previous albums like “The Sacred”, “Light” or “B*tch Go”, that third track which we featured here on the site in November of last year.
We actually have even more history with this Sri Lankan-Canadian, Brampton-based artist because, as part of my day hustle at CBC Music, I had a large hand in booking the excellent First Play Live session he did for them for the release of his second album, the 2017 Trigger Happy Heartbreak earlier this year.
“Stand By Me” is de Paul’s latest single and it is set for official release TOMORROW (June 22).
Dig “Stand By Me”? Pre-save it on Spotify HERE. (note: that link will turn into the smart url to access the single on any of your favorite streaming sites upon the release tomorrow, Friday).
Follow Shan Vincent de Paul online – Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
[MP3 + Music Video] Mazzi 500 – Swervin
Video from a new (to us, at least) Toronto rapper named Mazzi 500. Peep the PR science:
Toronto rapper, Mazzi 500 takes a nostalgic look at his past in debut music video, “Swervin” in anticipation of his upcoming project, The Seizure, dropping July 16, 2018.
“Swervin,” directed by Telesca, represents more than its grooving beat and catchy hook. For Mazzi 500, it is a reflection on a simpler time in his past. A time he says many hip-hop enthusiasts across all generations can relate to. A time where youthful arrogance and ambition fueled the hustle and a pursuit of fame and wealth.
Rolling through the streets of Toronto in a BMW 7-series, Mazzi 500, often seen hanging out the side of the window, perfectly embodies his no f*cks given attitude from his youth. “Swervin” comes straight from the streets and features a “mild, aggressive, bass heavy” beat that perfectly accompanies the days spent just “cruising your car,” says Mazzi 500.
The video is all “about speaking my truth,” says Mazzi 500. It is raw and with its sobering use of neutral color and urban imagery, creates an honest representation of youth life and culture in hip-hop.
When asked about the music video Mazzi 500 says, “This song to me represents the days when we didn’t give a f*ck. Sub-textually speaking of drinking and driving. Filled with arrogance a lust for fast money. We were relentless. We had an abundance of passion, aggression and we did what we wanted without thinking of the consequence.”
Follow Mazzi Online – Instagram | SoundCloud
[MP3] HONORS – On Again (Best Night Ever Remix)
This is a nice one:
Toronto alt-r&b collective HONORS have revealed an official remix of their Molly Kate Kestner assisted single, “On Again”. Courtesy of Best Night Ever, it finds the producer taking the track to stunning new heights with support from the likes of MrSuicideSheep.
HONORS are also prepared to unveil a new release. Led by an equal parts sleek, sultry, and ultimately infectious single called “X2UO”, it also comes equipped with a thunderous b-side cut called “Control”. The two tracks offer a glimpse at what’s to come on HONORS’ forthcoming debut EP which is slated to drop this fall, not to mention what they’ll bring to the live circuit as they head out on the road in support of NoMBe.
Hit the jump for the original verison of “On Again” too…
[MP3 Premiere] Adriiana – Stay Good
Always great when we can champion talent from our own backyard. Today the Kitchen is proud to premiere the latest single from Toronto singer, Adriiana, an artist signed to Tommy Boy records, a label I happen to have a deep history of my own with too. Here’s more on Adriiana:
Adriiana has teamed up with production duo SMiTHMUSiX to deliver a bright, melodic Pop smash. Over vibrant plucks and some slick drum programming, she delivers a sultry, attitude filled performance speaking directly to everyone trying to hold her back. Ready to carve her own path, Adriiana seems adamant about being exactly who she wants to be with no second thoughts or regrets. Via accessible lyrics she lets listeners know… If she wants to, “sleep all day and party all night”, there is no one that can stop her. She is here to live her best life.
Can`t disagree with that attitude! Y’all dig “Stay Good”? Is this a contender for a summer 2018 anthem or even Song of the Summer?? Let us know in the comment section or on social media.
Follow Adriiana on social media – Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
[MP3] L’artiste & Luka Milo – Broke Myself
We try to show case new talent when we can and this is about as fresh as we can get. This kid is the friend of the son of a good friend of ours from time: only 15 years old! Now admittedly there’s a lot of this moody ‘Toronto sound’ type stuff out there right now, but the execution and songwriting here, while raw in parts, is more than solid. Agree??
Add “Broke Myself” to your favorite playlists HERE.