Music
by Nuance Editorial Team
“Happy Nuance Friday! It’s that special, spooky time of year again, and we hope you’ve had an excellent October thus far. In case you’re too busy figuring out what to wear at the first costume party to find some new music, here are some of our favorite new releases…”
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“ASTN’s velvety, sleek R&B sound draws listeners in without demanding attention. Fusing R&B vocals with trap production, his approach is a refined balance of smooth melodies, sharp production, and engaging songwriting. What A Night To Be In Love, marks a point in the young artist’s evolution with its deft exploration of love, human connection, and self-reflection. Sitting down with NUANCE, ASTN discussed his journey, the creative process behind the new EP, and the personal experiences that shaped its sound…”
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"Happy Nuance Friday It’s nearing the end of September so we thought it’d be a good time to wake up, smell the pumpkin spice lattes, and share some of our favorite new songs and projects. Enjoy!..."
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“In the world of music, where the release cycle is as predictable as the changing seasons, singer/multi-instrumentalist Brooks Hudgins stands out as a bold exception. Through his band, private browsing, Brooks has unleashed an astonishing six albums in just six weeks, abandoning the traditional timeline for singles, EPs, or album releases for kinetic artistic consistency…”
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"Happy Nuance Friday! We hope your September is off to a splendid start and the summer has treated you well. If you need new tunes as the seasons shift, look no further; this week’s selection will hold you down–featuring soulful R&B, introspective indie-rock, and dynamic pop songwriting. Enjoy!"
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“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope summer’s been serving you well. While there’s been no shortage of big moments and trends in music recently, we thought today might be a good time to share some of our favorite new projects from lesser-known talents in case your rotation could use some new shades…”
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“For her third and first self-released album, Charm, Clairo enlists producer Leon Michels to breathe 70s-tinged elements of jazz and psychedelic soul into her soft-rock core. The results are sweetly saturated and subtly groovy depictions of momentary bliss like daydreams blowing by with the summer wind. Clairo’s intimate, sweetly saturated vocals lead the listener on sentimental strolls through fleeting fantasies wrapped in analog-tape imperfection…”
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“Happy Friday and Happy Pride Month, Nuance Fam! Hope you are all staying cool during this sweltering summer. We just wanted to stop by before June ends to share some great new songs from some old friends and exciting new faces…”
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“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope your Mays were magnificent and wish you a jovial June. We are happy to share that today has been a busy one for many of your favorite emerging agents. We have plenty of beautiful new sounds to share with you, from teenage multi-instrumentalists forging new genres to the timeless power of a talented, passionate voice. Enjoy!…”
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“This past weekend, Jack Harlow brought the center of current music culture to his hometown of Louisville, KY, with the first annual GAZEBO FESTIVAL–a two-day music festival on the picturesque Waterfront Park. Working with local music institution Production Simple, the Louisville star was able to draw some of the industry’s hottest names down to Derby City and start a new tradition focused on uplifting the local community–with a portion of every ticket sold benefitting local community organizations through the Jack Harlow Foundation…”
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"“Twelve years after bursting onto the center stage of hip-hop at the age of sixteen, Southside Chicago’s prodigal son ascends to the sound he was born to create with his magnum opus: Almighty So 2.”
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“Brainstory’s unique brand of psychedelic, jazzy soul paints a picture of a sunny afternoon where time pleasantly undulates with the cool breeze through the yard. This LA-based trio creates music that’s easy on the ears yet rewarding to the mind…The members of Brainstory caught up with NUANCE to discuss the band’s organic origin, producing their new album, and their current tour…”
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“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope you’ve had a euphoric start to the month, maybe taking in the warmer weather in a Sunseeker by the marina. While a particular mainstream feud may be taking up most of your timeline, we just wanted to drop in and share some great new releases from some of our favorite rising artists…”
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"Currently on the North American leg of the Capable of Love Tour, contemporary alt-pop icon PinkPantheress performed at The Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville this past Saturday. Performing hits off her breakout debut album, Heaven knows, the UK singer/producer put on a show of her distinct, dreamy and uptempo blend of bedroom pop, drum and bass, and hip-hop for an eager Music City crowd..."
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“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope your Springs have been saturated with sunny weather and good times. With a certain major artist dropping an album today, we thought it’d be a good time to shine a spotlight on some captivating new releases from our favorite rising stars today…”
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“Fluidly switching instruments in their sessions, Blusher’s music retains the spontaneity of a slumber party recording session while presenting the DIY artists’ talents through innovative electronic production, infectious melodies, and lyrics that refuse to conform to expectations. All three members lead in this metaphorical teen rom-com of a band, creating a diverse yet cohesive sound that distills 2000s club nostalgia into dance anthems ready for 2033…Catching up with Nuance on a tour break, Blusher’s members–Jade, Lauren, and Miranda–discuss the band’s musical origins, unique studio approach, and impressive live performances…”
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“On the duo’s first collab project, which plays on Future’s notorious producer tag for Metro Boomin, the veteran MC and trendsetting producer delivers a nearly flawless collection of cinematic trap portraits and auto-tune-drenched lamentations with WE DON’T TRUST YOU—a potent, carefully constructed exhibition of their patented sound’s visceral power and bittersweet melodic appeal…”
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“Will Anderson and his band of merry men stopped by Chicago during their whirlwind tour for their critically acclaimed album Cartwheel…”
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“Happy Nuance Friday! As spring blooms, our anticipation for fresh tunes escalates. Dive into the latest releases with us and feel the rhythm of the season. From indie gems to long-awaited releases, discover your new favorites and let the music carry you through the weekend…”
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“Only a few releases in, it’s already clear UK R&B singer Nellie Charles has a rare combination of a spectacular voice and an affecting way with words. Combining an assertive, charismatic lyrical voice with a velvety smooth instrumental on her debut single “BO$$,” Charles infuses the core of classic 70s soul with the complications of the modern age, taking the listener through tribulating romances and breakthroughs of self-discovery…”
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