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October 3, 2025 Jairic Delivers a Tense Hip-Hop Cut with ‘Don’t Let Me Put A Track On You’ Video

Jairic Delivers a Tense Hip-Hop Cut with ‘Don’t Let Me Put A Track On You’ Video

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Jairic put out his new single ‘Don’t Let Me Put A Track On You’ last week on September 25 through Rich Air Music, keeping his streak of do-it-all releases alive. The guy got his start in Detroit, where music filled the house from day one, and he spent those early years making tracks for rappers around town before going solo with a sound that’s all his own. He pulls from Nas and Wu-Tang Clan for the weight in his words, folds in the grit of Detroit’s lesser-known spots, throws in some classic funk grooves, ’60s rock bite, and those big film-score swells. Over the summer, he turned heads with low-key sets at Château Les Alouettes in Cannes and Villa Balbiano on Lake Como, and popped up live for the Paris debut of the short film Azur. Jairic handles the writing, the beats, the vocals—everything—then pairs it with visuals that balance sharp luxury against rough edges, landing him right where rap rubs up against cinema and high fashion.

What makes this one stick is the way Jairic layers his delivery: straight-talk bars over a beat that builds from knotted-up chaos to a smoother vocal turn, then kicks back into a full-throttle hip-hop drive. It’s got that forward momentum, the kind his production always carries, making you lean in for the next switch. The video takes it deeper, shot by Vansh Luthra, the Indian director out of Prague who’s built a rep on films like Two Words as the Key and the award-pulling Destination Paradise—it even grabbed an “Honorable Mention by the Press” at the Academy-qualifying Festival Internacional de Cine Lebu. Jairic shows up sharp in a suit, caught in this drawn-out push-pull with assistant director Julie Weber playing the part of someone who drifts in close with a loaded stare. They move through empty nighttime streets, lights carving hard lines across faces, and a single rose keeps popping up as this quiet thread—turning the whole thing into a tight story about who ends up holding the cards. 

Jairic shared: “The video is built around the symbol of a rose. It moves through a dark, seductive world, exploring power, obsession, and how the hunter can quickly become the hunted. The song itself carries that same energy — a warning, a dare, a promise: don’t let me put a track on you.

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September 25, 2025 Sam Macdonald Unveils Debut Solo Track ‘Distant Light’ with Northern Roots

Sam Macdonald Unveils Debut Solo Track ‘Distant Light’ with Northern Roots

Northern singer-songwriter Sam Macdonald dropped his first solo single ‘Distant Light’ on September 23, 2025, taking a big leap into independent territory. Coming from Carlisle, Macdonald has been creating music for over a decade, and has shared stages with heavy hitters such as The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Telescopes, and Dead Skeletons, while building a name for himself in the indie scene. His sound pulls from childhood staples—Buddy Holly vibes and his dad’s old 50s and 60s tapes—mixed with Scouse and Northern icons like The La’s, The Coral, Shack, Echo & the Bunnymen, Oasis, and The Stone Roses. Add in classics from Neil Young, R.E.M., Teenage Fanclub, The Rolling Stones, plus Motown’s groove and hip-hop’s rhythmic punch, and you’ve got a foundation that’s shaped his knack for blending melody with beat.

The track itself is a quirky fusion of rock, pop, and soul elements, delivered with a melodic twist that’s anything but straightforward. Macdonald channels those varied inspirations into something intimate, sharpening the edges for a personal touch. Lyrically, it weaves themes of chasing freedom, transformation, and glimpses of what’s ahead, all wrapped in a sound that’s concise and punchy with an alternative slant that sets it apart from his group efforts.

This shift to solo work highlights Macdonald‘s drive for self-direction, moving away from team dynamics to own every beat and visual. Sam Macdonald shared: “I have learned a lot about what I want to make. This is a movement towards something that is not driven by trying to appease other people’s ideas of what is right and wrong. The basslines, the drums and everything else is all at my direction. The make-up of everything, audio, visual is all driven by myself.” He wrapped up his mindset with: “Rarely is anything set in stone or black and white I think is certainly one thing. And making the most of what is right for you in an artistic sense, staying true to yourself.”

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August 29, 2025 Doja Cat Drops Sizzling New Single ‘Jealous Type’ from Upcoming Album Vie

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 8, 2025 Miss Sunshine’ Shines Bright: Plain Mister Smith’s Latest Single Hits Today

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

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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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