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August 29, 2025

August 29, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Doja Cat Drops Sizzling New Single ‘Jealous Type’ from Upcoming Album Vie

Doja Cat unleashed her latest single ‘Jealous Type’ on August 21, 2025, marking the lead track from her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Vie, set to drop on September 26 via Kemosabe Records and RCA Records. The Grammy-winning artist, known for her genre-blending prowess as the “Queen of Pop-Rap,” has a storied career with 19 Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year for Planet Her (Deluxe), and a win for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for ‘Kiss Me More’ with SZA. Her 2023 album Scarlet hit number four on the Billboard 200, spawning the chart-topping ‘Paint the Town Red’, her first solo number-one single. Doja Cat also announced her Ma Vie World Tour, kicking off November 18 in Auckland at Spark Arena, with stops in Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Manila, Tokyo, and wrapping in Kaohsiung on December 21.

‘Jealous Type’ is a vibrant pop-rap track infused with funk-pop and disco-pop elements, crafted by producers Jack Antonoff and Y2K. The song’s retro ‘80s-inspired soundscape, complete with bright synths and punchy programmed drums, delivers a groove-heavy vibe. Lyrically, it dives into the complexities of jealousy and insecurity in relationships, with Doja Cat’s breathy vocals gliding over a slick, danceable beat. The accompanying music video, directed by Boni Mata and shot in Los Angeles, features Doja in bold, neon-lit visuals, embodying an ‘80s femme fatale while confronting her own duality in a striking narrative.

‘Jealous Type’ could mark a turning point for disco-pop’s return to pop’s mainstream. By blending its infectious, groove-driven essence with modern pop-rap sensibilities, Doja Cat taps into a hunger for upbeat, dancefloor-ready tracks that resonate in a post-isolation era. Unlike fleeting trends, this single’s polished yet raw production—rooted in funky bass and sparkling synths—feels like a natural evolution of her sound. With Doja’s massive influence, this release might not just dominate playlists but also inspire a wave of artists to revive disco-pop’s vibrant, communal spirit, redefining pop’s trajectory.

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August 22, 2025

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Doller Hits Back with Traphall Anthem ‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’

The 20th of August marked the arrival of Doller’s new Traphall cut ‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’, on Beyond Dis World. Hailing from North London as Dorante Johnson, Doller got his start influenced by family members. His father, Kush Tafari, has roots in reggae, and his uncle Flash has roots in dancehall and was dropping mixtapes and battling locally while forming Cold Blooded.

He rose through The Movement, delivering a standout Westwood freestyle that got DJs buzzing. Doller expanded with features from Sir Spyro and Tion Wayne, launched Go Getters label, and branched into a cooking YouTube series. He’s grabbed nods from NOTION, Wordplay Magazine, GRM Daily, featured in MTV Base spots, and placed ‘Skadoosh’ in the flick Sket. Touring wise, he’s rocked Dortmund beside reggae singer Cblock, topped bills at Hackney Social’s Wynters Wonder List, and shared stages on the Sing for Me Tour with Ghetts. Regular plays on BBC Radio 1Xtra come from DJ Target, Sian Anderson, and Seani B, plus ‘This Year’ snagged BBC Track of the Week status in 2021, solidifying his pull in UK dancehall, trap, and grime. Pulling inspo from Vybz Kartel, 50 Cent, Jay Z, Nas, Biggie, Durtty Doogz, and Jodeci, he mixes in rap and R&B edges, like on ‘Money Song’, proving his range.

‘WHO HYPE? WHO BRUK?’ rides a heavy, shadowed production with staggered drums propping up Doller’s aggressive, confident spits. The flow glides clean, spiked by responsive chorus exchanges that make it a tough, lasting rally cry.

Doller revealed: “I wanted everybody in the world to feel comfortable with their financial status and have an anthem to celebrate that.”

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August 22, 2025

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

2Z push creative boundaries with genre-blending EP Highness

2Z is breaking new ground with the release of their latest Highness, which dropped on 19 August via GOGO2020. Known for their awe-inspiring performances and eclectic rock soundscape, the Korean group venture into bold new territory with Highness.

The band collaborated with acclaimed electronic DJ and producer plomo which marked the beginning of their journey which blends rock with electronica. The five track EP merges 2Z’s raw energy with plomo’s refined electronic flair. The project includes two standout tracks, namely ‘Borderline’ and ‘Unreal’. It also features three remixes of previously released tracks, reimagined through plomo’s Techno and big beat lens.

‘Borderline’ unfolds in two emotional parts; the first confronts disillusionment, then it ascends with hope. The track draws inspiration from the unwavering support from the band’s global fanbase. Meanwhile, ‘Unreal’ offers a dreamlike meditation on beauty, fear as well as devotion, with “she” symbolizing music or the fans themselves.

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August 8, 2025

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025 Mew Zikwryder

Miss Sunshine’ Shines Bright: Plain Mister Smith’s Latest Single Hits Today

(Plain Mister Smith / Image Credit: Image credit: Sandra Lockwood)

Today, Plain Mister Smith has unleashed his new single ‘Miss Sunshine’ through Amelia Records/Symphonic. This track kicks off a series of singles paving the way for his 2026 album drop. Once the guitarist for Canadian darkwave outfit Moev, he’s also a cellist with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra, bringing a layered edge to his indie-folk craft. His sound has caught the ears of heavy-hitters like CLASH Magazine, NOTION, Under The Radar, Earmilk, METAL, Noctis Mag, and Atwood Mag, marking him as a name to watch in the indie scene.

‘Miss Sunshine’ is a tight, heartfelt cut that pairs breezy guitar hooks with a solid drum groove, courtesy of John Raham, all polished up in the mix by Chris Perry. It’s got that indie-folk charm with echoes of Pixies’ raw energy, Tame Impala’s dreamy sway, Death Cab for Cutie’s quiet depth, and The Beatles’ timeless hooks. The track digs into empathy and admiration for someone being unfairly treated, with a flicker of romance in the air—delivered through Plain Mister Smith’s warm, earnest vocals.

Plain Mister Smith shared: “If you’ve ever worked with the loveliest person in the world and found them mercilessly taken advantage of by fellow workers, then you’ll know a ‘Miss Sunshine’, or you may even have a crush on her.” That line sums up the track’s soul—a light yet emotional ride that’s as relatable as it is listenable.

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