French artist Ben L’Oncle Soul describes meaning behind new album ‘Is It You?’

Ben L'Oncle Soul

Ben L’Oncle Soul is wearing his heart on his sleeve with his latest release, ‘Is It You?’ The new album is an intimate release from the award-winning artist, and has already recieved raving reviews and half-a-million plays online. Ben L’Oncle Soul brings a fresh voice, glorious lyricsm, and new melodies to the table in this new album.

“This album is a conversation about life,” Ben L’Oncle Soul said. “The pandemic made us have a different point of view, we had to live differently, I started to see life all over again. We had to deal with our feelings; whether it was anger, hope, or faith; I tried to find a way with music.”

With five acclaimed albums under his belt and over 200 million streams, the French soul star is certified multi-platinum in his home country France, where he has also won a Globes de Cristal award for ‘Best Male Singer’ and a Victoires de la Musique award – the equivalent of the Grammy Awards in France – for ‘Live Breakthrough’. Internationally, Ben L’Oncle Soul has also achieved chart success in Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, and Switzerland, among other countries, while also touring all over the world, including Montreal’s International Jazz Festival and the North Sea Jazz Festival, to mention a few.

This release, ‘Is It You?’ is his most personal one yet. The 9-track project is composed of R&B, jazz, and soul music vibes. If audiences are looking for something new, passionate, and different — this project is a must listen.

Check out the music below.

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Spotlight: Desto Dubb, Hip-Hop’s most desirable fashion mogul

Desto Dubb

From selling clothes out of his van in a parking lot in downtown Los Angeles to becoming a millionaire businessman within 10 months, Desto Dubb is a young business mogul and the founder of the popular That’s A Awful Lot Of Cough Syrup streetwear brand. Desto Dubb has changed the game with his brand.

Get to know Desto Dubb

However, his success was not overnight. Many may recognize him from the viral video capturing his encounter with the police and the infamous officer’s statement, “That’s a awful lot of cough syrup,” which mobilized the popular brand seen and worn by Hip Hop enthusiasts and celebrities across the world. After spending three years in prison, Desto Dubb launched a cough syrup brand to defy the odds stacked against him. From selling 2-3 hoodies a day out of his van to becoming a successful businessman of two locations, That’s A Awful Lot of Cough Syrup became an instant success.

That’s A Awful Lot of Cough Syrup

The long lines at the Melrose Ave store in West Hollywood and exclusive limited drops make the brand one of the most desirable apparels to wear in Hip Hop fashion to date. The former rapper’s rolodex of collabs includes French Montana, Young Thug, Quavo, Coi Leray, the late Drakeo The Ruler, No Jumper, and brands such as West Coast Customs and more. Desto Dubb is also the face of Loose Leaf, the all-natural wholeleaf tobacco wraps, and can be credited for its successful launch of the premier brand it is today.

Many fans on Instagram expressed their love for the Desto Dubb’s fashion apparel with commentor, @kukrone, expressing: “ALL HEAT” and another comment from, @narissaworld, stated: “He can’t be stopped.”

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True to his acronym DON’T EVER STOP TRYING, Desto Dubb is the epitome of hard work, perseverance, and drive. He’s a father, a serial entrepreneur, and seeks to usher in a new era of street culture identity.
 
That’s A Awful Lot Of Cough Syrup apparel can be seen in the new “House Party” movie.  Expect to see more collabs and bold culture statements designed by the streetwear fashion guru himself.

Visit www.CoughSyrup.Shop.

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R&B artist JeRonelle brings a fresh new passion to music with soulful release “Stuck”

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With a fresh year ahead, vibrant music awaits on the horizon. One of the most anticipated releases comes from Omaha born and currently Los Angeles residing singer-songwriter, JeRonelle. Reemerging with new song “Stuck,” a passionate, soulful song that captivates the essence of re-establishing a connection with a past love that they generated rich feelings for, JeRonelle is showcasing why he is one of the freshest voices to come out of R&B.

Originally from Omaha, Nebraska — JeRonelle is a musical person at his core and his sound can be described as soulful, traditional R&B. You can also hear church melodies within his music, so it’s no wonder that some of the icons he takes inspiration from include: John Legend, Donny Hathaway, Daryl Coley, Kim Burrell, Maxwell, John P. Kee, The Clark Sisters, and The Jacksons.

“I would describe my sound as a mix of traditional R&B, church, and hints of [op on occasion,” he tells RemixdMag. “I try to pattern myself after iconic vocalists who came before and I consider myself a bit of a storyteller so lyrics and vocal ability matter a lot to me.”

“Stuck” is the lead single from JeRonelle’s forthcoming EP ‘Regret & Reflect,’ coming this Spring.

“I love the backstory behind my name as it is a combination of Jehovah/Jesus, as well as Ron & Michelle (my parents),” he explained. “I feel as though my name is undeniably unique and allows me to stand out especially as an artist.”

As far as his inspiration for pursuing a career in music, JeRonelle says that music has always been an integral part of his life.

“Music has been an integral part of my life since childhood so naturally, I take my craft seriously,” he said. “I’m passionate about music because its gotten me through so many moments of my life whether good or bad. I often find inspiration when going back and studying my favorite artists and their contemporaries, but as of late I’ve also been inspired by the work coming from my peers and artist friends.”

His song “Stuck” is definitely emotional, but JeRonelle masters the storytelling of heartbreak and losing someone you love to someone else.

“‘Stuck’ is an emotionally charged track about the aftermath of losing the one you love to someone new and having to cope with the memories and bitter feelings,” he continued. “I wrote this song as well as a bunch of others in late 2021/early 2022 after finding my way out of a failed dating situation. The mixing process took a little longer than expected so I decided that it’s be best to release the new music in 2023 and come into the new year super strong.”

Check out the music video for “Stuck,” below.

Nigerian pop rising star Bad Boy Timz drops off music video for “Faya”

Bad Boy Timz

Nigerian pop rising star Bad Boy Timz (@badboytimz) drops off the music video for “Faya,” and it’s definitely impressive. The visual is from independent record label EMPIRE’s compilation album ‘Where We Come From (Vol. 1)’ which was released in November. The compilation album also features music from Kizz Daniel, BNXN fka Buju, Olamide, Tiwa Savage, and more. “Faya,” was a fan-favorite from the project.

The new music video for “Faya” was filmed in the heart of Lagos Island in Nigeria, and directed by Ahmed Mosh (CKay, Blaqbonez, Ruger), the music video for ‘Faya brings the infectious jam further to life with its vibrant colours and visual storytelling about young love, romance, and companionship. It also captures Bad Boy Timz in his artistic element as he shows off his infectious personality and captivating performance prowess. Having turned 23, Bad Boy Timz has entered his ‘Jordan Year’ in flying form with the glorious ‘Faya’, produced by Semzi (Davido, Omah Lay), setting pace with over a million plays online.

Revered for massive hits like ‘Move’, and ‘Loading’, with more recent fan-favourites like ‘Big Money’, Bad Boy Timz burst onto the scene only three years ago, with the breakthrough jam ‘Check And Balance’, which he then followed up with the TIMZ EP, his self-titled debut EP that accumulated over 10 million streams in that year. The last two years have seen the fast-rising star grow from strength to strength, including winning the ‘Rookie of the Year’ award at the Headies Award, amassing over 80 million global streams, and charting on the Billboard US Afrobeats Song Chart, among other achievements.

Watch the music video for “Faya” below.

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DD Osama recruits Coi Leray for new single “Upnow”

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DD Osama is taking NYC drill to a whole new meaning. His latest single “Upnow” featuring Coi Leray is gaining heavy traction and marks his first collaboration outside of the drill scene. DD Osama is a bright-shining star with the way that he’s been able to captivate a viral audience seemingly overnight.

DD Osama has released a string of viral singles prior to this, including “40s N 9s” ft. Sugarhillddot. In a matter of months, DD Osama is selling out shows, racking up streams, and gaining new fans with every release.

The hot new track “Upnow” is the perfect collaboration between DD Osama and Coi Leray, as the two match the drill delivery of the beat and exchange bars. Audiences also get to see Coi Leray in a new light, as drill beats are not typical for her. However, it works on this track — and the two have a surefire chemistry that speaks for itself.

Referred to as the “Drill Justin Bieber”, DD has become the heartthrob of New York. Born and raised in the Sugar Hill district of New York, DD Osama is one of the first drill rappers to make waves out of Harlem, first garnering local buzz alongside his brother, Notti Osama, in early 2022 with collaborations such as “Dead Opps” (12M streams). This past July, the tragic murder of Notti Osama shook the community to its core. As DD coped with this earth-shattering loss, he released a string of touching singles in Notti’s honor, including “Letter 2 Notti” (13M streams). As he continues to skyrocket, DD Osama is committed to fulfilling his late brother’s dreams of a successful music career. DD has sold out every single one of his shows—throughout the Tri-state area, in Chicago, and even in Los Angeles—and all of them have been packed wall to wall with screaming teenage girls.

Be sure to stream the new track “Upnow” below.

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R&B sensation Dende releases latest single “Nightmares”

Dende

Houston-bred rising R&B sensation Dende (@iamdende) is preparing for his new era with his latest single, “Nightmares.” The somber single showcases his impressive storytelling ability and boastful voice. Not many artists are as soulful as the Texas-raised singer/songwriter. Following the success of his latest EP, Before We Crash, Dende is looking to continue his rise to the top. He is known for his “sing outside of your window with a boombox” style of music. The early 2000s-inspired crooner is crafting a lane for himself that few others can fill.

Behind the release of Nightmares

Nightmares was produced by Billy Blunt and directed by Collin P. Donovan. Dende pours his heart out in Nightmares. He sings over a melodic harmony about losing sleep due to a lover no longer being within his reach. The single leaves many listeners in their feelings as Dende expressed through a range of emotion of how nightmares are seen all through the night until sunrise. The single has received lots of praise through its release on social media with a comment from @therealaceofspade: “The type of R&B the game need right now” and then another from @jstephbeats: “Right in the feels”.

If you’re listening to Nightmares and want to get the fullness of each lyric Dende sings, check out his lyric video which was released alongside the single. A commenter, @heyitsryan1383, from YouTube expressed: “This song is everything right now I truly feel every single word to this”.

“Nightmares” is the first offering ahead of his upcoming full-length project. Dende’s ultra-relatable lyricism and impeccable vocal range carry “Nightmares” throughout the 3-minute tune. With heartfelt tracks like this, Dende will surely be a playlist favorite at every DSP. Fans can catch Dende in a city near them as he supports Chris Patrick on the Gang Activity Tour.

Be sure to press play on the new Valentine’s Day smash from the CXR Music representative today!

Stream Nightmare below:

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Yoshi Vintage makes her comeback with new single, “R U Nobody Too?”

Yoshi Vintage

Who is Yoshi Vintage

If Yoshi Vintage isn’t already on your playlist, allow Remixd Mag to put her on your radar . The Flint-native, LA-based artist has been gaining attention for her “gritty, yet witty” sound. She released her latest single, “R U Nobody Too”, produced by ML3, and mixed by Mark Lowe. Though, this is Yoshi’s first single in 5 years, she delivered the heat like she never left. The song is a blend of Hip-Hop and jazz as Yoshi delivers a raw, truth-telling, yet poetic story depicting where she was in life. 

“I honestly was in a very dark place a few months ago. Where I was questioning God, myself, everyone around me. Humans we naturally go into fight or flight. And I planned on running very far away. But I remembered all I’ve sacrificed to get here. Like my brother, Ab-Soul tells me ‘the only way out is through.’” she tells Remixd Mag.

The accompanying music video, shot and directed by Daniel Antonio, is just as captivating. Yoshi would call her sound “gritty”, however, she exudes this level of  femininity that is relatable and can be heard in her music, as well as seen in her video.

From a small neighborhood of Beecher in Flint, MI, Yoshi’s passion ultimately stems from her roots. She shares, “Because I watched a lot of people fall victim to the environment. Not knowing how to express themselves. I wanna be the voice for the those people.” That dedication is paying off. Yoshi has received nods from Hip-Hop’s most respected such as Rhapsody, Diddy, and Ab-Soul.

Yoshi is definitely an artist to be on the lookout for as she delivers hard-hitting verses, has boss energy, and a fascinating story to tell. Aside from the latest single, Yoshi plans on releasing more singles leading up to the release of her project in the summer. 

Until then, get familiar and stay connected with Yoshi Vintage by following her on all social media platforms, and stream “R U Nobody Too?” 

Instagram: @yoshivintage

Twitter: @YoshiVintage

YouTube:Yoshi Vintage