#ArtistSpotlight Meet Hip Hop Artist and Rapper: Chochi Smoke of Banda Boyz with “Nothing New.”

Check out Chochi Smoke the CEO of Bando Boyz, with the song called “Nothing New Prod By Kanashi Panda.” Kanashi Panda is also an artist of Bando Boyz.

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Chochi Smoke continues to raise the bar in rich rap style with the striking intensity and equally inspiring visuals of Nothing New.

Chochi Smoke is an artist known for throwing a wrench into the works and going against the grain of the current music trends by providing an alternative hardcore rap vibe. Their mannerisms are all their own.

The Nothing New tune employs a trap feel alongside a single vocal lead and minor echoes of voice for added impact, with an essential yet head-nodding beat and intense pace. The vocal tone of Chochi Smoke, the sharp delivery, the dynamic flow, and the similarly sharp, smart arrangement of the bars all contribute to the weight.

In both sound and lyrics, Chochi Smoke’s voice is becoming increasingly distinct from the rest of the artist’s repertoire. In addition to being familiar and appealing, it authentically conveyed the song’s atmosphere, presented honesty, and revealed exposure. All while weaving through a series of flows that continually return to the creative and melodically captivating hook.

Chochi Smoke keeps things simple yet effective, with a creative, almost soothing beat, excellent vocal rhythm, flashes of melody, and an overall song that grabs the listener’s attention while also energizing them.

They are quickly becoming a brand name to be acknowledged in an ever-growing industry that’s in desperate need of a new generation of music. The concept and performance of Nothing New — including clever wordplay – are key components of the music. Chochi Smoke’s music is unapologetically honest and raw.

Check out the rapper Chochi Smoke on social media:

Email: pakkboyace@gmail.com
Instagram:AceBando420
Twitter:chochismoke420

#NewMusic Check out Keeana Kee & DJ Citizen Jane dancehall and world music track: WASABI! Read Now…

The duo collaboration of Keeana Kee & DJ Citizen Jane is soulful dancehall artistry with a conscious ability to express themselves through the power of music, as well as create an intriguing thread of thoughts and pictures with words with WASABI.

Keeana Kee is New York-based singer and a model. Her style is Exotic Pop. It is a combination of Pop, Afropop and Latin influence that brings integrity to her work that is refreshing and full of exotic taste. Keeana Kee’s sultry voice and sexy lyrics take the song from day to night, beach to club and can certainly bring summer to every season.

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WASABI skillfully straddles the line between unconstrained artistic expression and the mainstream building blocks that are known to create waves, fusing engaging music vibes with a contemporary finish that is as crisp and clear as the best of them. There are as many inventive sound-play moments as there are some that feel genuinely lost in the moment — appearing as if it were a live, in-the-moment performance.

The meaningful lyrics in this song are truly soulful and display emotional narratives open to personal interpretation from the listener, which helps in creating a bond between the music and listener, that builds a strong listener base!

“WASABI” flows through with a charming realness, beginning with a swiftly uplifting reggae bounce and ending with a vocal and synth gentleness. It is an unmistakable and remarkable track for its natural qualities and the true sense of color and hopefulness it radiates, rather than an in-your-face or humorous effort at a catchy smash.

Keeana Kee & DJ Citizen Jane combine delicacy with weight in an addictive and unique form for the aptly titled “WASABI” beautifully merging the purity and melodic embrace with a swiftly invigorating, summertime reggae atmosphere and a captivating dance beat.

In the music industry, attaching a strong brand to the music is extremely important. We think that Keeana Kee & DJ Citizen Jane is definitely on the right track in this regard. It’s no surprise that with time, the music and the brand continues to just keep going up!

This is our absolute favorite thing to say. If you’ve read any of the blogs we publish, you’d know we put out this message. Connect with Keeana Kee & DJ Citizen Jane. More music will certainly be in their future! We are as excited to keep you in the loop on future projects!

#NewMusic Check out Iskald Sound & Lence George new Afro-fusion track: Fanta Fantastic

Iskald Sound & Lence George has a new project to show you. Listen to Fanta Fantastic here!

There’s a true sense of wide-eyed wonder that flows through Lence Georges music. Hailing from Nigeria this vibrant artist has a versatile sound all from banging dance tracks, sweet love songs to sensual rhythms and vibes.

The soulful Afro-fusion vocals of Iskald Sound & Lence George on Fanta Fantastic are introduced seamlessly each time, and the harmonies are at the forefront of the track, and constantly take the spotlight.

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Iskald Sound is a DJ- and producer duo consisting of DJ Soulbase from Norway and DJ Correct from Portugal. They joined forces shortly after meeting each other due to their shared passion for African electronic music.

The Afro-fusion instrumentation that makes up the arguably simplistic soundscape of Fanta Fantastic never fails to intrigue and keep the listener engaged with the complex structure and layered elements of Iskald Sound & Lence George vocals.

“Fanta Fantastic” is a successful fusion of afrobeat and soul music, with crisp brass and a clever rhythmic conversation between the chattering drum beats. The great singing of Iskald Sound & Lence George on this track is definitely a mood changer and will get you in a dancing trance immediately when you turn it on.

The soulful Afro-fusion vocals are introduced seamlessly each time, and the harmonies are the forefront of the track, and constantly take the spotlight.

Familial and unrefined, Iskald Sound & Lence George encompasses the fundamental sounds of African heritage in their music. Finding one’s place within a diaspora in connection to the Motherland can be an integral part of exploring afro-beats and world music in hip-hop. This is certainly true of “Fanta Fantastic” You’ll be melodically transmuted to a place of music, culture, and afro-bliss.

“Fanta Fantastic” by Iskald Sound & Lence George is a beautiful, soulful and catchy afrobeat song, perfectly produced that will send you on a journey with smooth vocal melodies and catchy electronic beats in the background.

This is our absolute favorite thing to say. If you’ve read any of the blogs we publish, you’d know we put out this message. Connect with Iskald Sound & Lence George. More music will certainly be in their future! We are as excited to keep you in the loop on future projects!

#SongReview Amira B is in heavy playlist rotation with Lies! Play It Here


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Amira B is a “New York City-based soulful R&B singer-songwriter, and head turner” (Jukely). In Russia, Amira began studying classical piano at 4 years old and had an aptitude for singing and performing in front of people. Influenced by R&B, jazz, soul, & the beat of the city, she began writing and performing her original songs for larger audiences by 14. Amira went on to later pursue a dual degree in Music Business and Songwriting at University of Miami’s Frost School of Music and is currently pursuing her Master’s for Music in Studio Composition at SUNY Purchase College’s Conservatory of Music.

Amira B creates an arrangement with a lot of ebbs and flows, much like the action of waves lapping on a beach, which is quite beautiful, thanks to the extensive use of reverb and delay. As a result, there is a sense of sumptuous richness throughout.

“Lies” sheds new light on the Amira B, striking a chord with spectators because of its transparency, fragility, purity, and the powerful Amira Bic thread that runs through the work.

As a result of the overall mood shift of lies, the audience’s spirits are lifted as a result. It is only a brief moment, but the swagger and empowerment of the lyrical passages are swiftly restored, and we begin to connect with the bold and beautiful undertones that run throughout these lies.

This unique music project, titled “Lies” by Amira B has an end goal of simply connecting people from all over the world with broken-heart love through music.

Perfect for a night out in the city and my personal favorite from the Amira B line.
In the music industry, attaching a strong brand to music is extremely important.

We think that Amira B is definitely on the right track in this regard. It’s no surprise that with time, the music and the brand continue to just keep going up!

Check It Out! Reid Hosp is back with a fresh retro-soul single: WATCHOUT! #ArtistSpotlight 

Reid Hosp has a new project to show you. Listen to WATCHOUT! here!

This unique retro-soul music project, titled “WATCHOUT!” by Reid Hosp has an end goal of simply connecting people from all over the world through music. Check it out here!


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Reid Hosp is a rising artist with a soulful and conscious ability to express themselves through the power of music, as well as create an intriguing thread of thoughts and pictures with words with WATCHOUT!.

Beautifully crafted, with a beautifully flowy-form melody than most songs, fusing that neo-soul RnB meander with a more soulful comforting structure for something that essentially delivers the best of both worlds with “WATCHOUT!

WATCHOUT! introduces the skillfully meandering vocal harmonies of Reid Hosp in a way that feels acquainted yet also indicative of an artist ready to pave their own way, with a likable beat that injects a level of weight and easily recognizable styling into the track.

Soothing and soulful vocals direct with an emotional intent and multiple layers of delicacy on Reid Hosp’s uniquely written works, the self-aware neo-soul single WATCHOUT! will make you feel deeply attuned with the narrative of this track.

The clatter of the beat and the conflicting tap of the soulful “WATCHOUT!” builds a vastly attainable soulful mood from the start, with a quite nostalgic vibe. Weave in these deep verses, passionately and cleanly blended, and things will gradually but steadily shift towards totally fresh realms.

In the music industry, attaching a strong brand to music is extremely important. We think that Reid Hosp is definitely on the right track in this regard. It’s no surprise that with time, the music and the brand continue to just keep going up!

#ArtistSpotlight Begging is a brand new Afro-pop track from Nia: don’t miss out!

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Begging by Nia is a beautiful, soulful and catchy afrobeat vibe R&B song, perfectly produced that will send you on a journey with smooth vocal melodies and catchy electronic beats in the background.

British-Congolese singer/songwriter NIA is determined to be part of the next wave of UK R&B. Sweet and relatable, the Milton Kyenes / London singer makes music that speaks for you. Getting personal with her lyrics, almost as it’s her diary speaking out loud.

Begging is a successful fusion of afrobeat and R&B soul music, with crisp brass and a clever rhythmic conversation between the chattering drum beats. The great singing of Nia on this track is definitely a mood changer and will get you in a dancing trance immediately when you turn it on. You’ll be melodically transmuted to a place of music, culture, and afro-bliss.

The Afro-pop instrumentation with R&B vocals makes up the arguably simplistic soundscape, yet they never fail to intrigue and keep the listener engaged with the complex structure and layered elements of multi-genres.

The meaningful lyrics of desire in this song are truly soulful and display emotional narratives of romance-driven stories, open to personal interpretation from the listener, which helps in creating a bond between the music and listener, that builds a strong listener base!

This is our absolute favorite thing to say. If you’ve read any of the blogs we publish, you’d know we put out this message. Connect with Nia! More music will certainly be in their future! We are as excited to keep you in the loop on future projects!

#NewMusic Check out Driftwood’s new Alternative R&B track: Hold Onto your Light

NEW MUSIC ALERT! We’ve got music from Driftwood! Today we’re featuring Hold Onto your Light!

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A crystalline and driving foray into contemporary R&B, soul, and electronic wizardry, the brand new single Hold Onto Your Light is out today from the relentlessly creative producer, singer-songwriter, and visual artist Driftwood. blends real-life inspiration with steamy beats and effortless soundscapes. Hold Onto Your Light glimmers and glistens in just under three and a half minutes, armed with fluid vocals, gooey synths, and simmering trap beats, at times simulating a pounding heartbeat while also capturing the very real energy of Driftwood.

“Hold Onto your Light” is something different coming from Driftwood’s corner, fusing together a catchy soundscape with theatrical story-telling origins and a blissfully soulful RnB vocal – the result is something that feels like rhyme and ultimately paves the way for a more creative, sensitive, and immersive RnB realm of tomorrow.

Smooth tone, gentle vibrato, attractive octave range, and a consistent flowy soulful RnB instrumental make Driftwood’s “Hold Onto your Light” a Contemporary / RnB masterpiece that also offers a diverse production to keep things soulful, vulnerable, and emotional.

The effect of “Hold Onto your Light” is to draw the listener’s attention to the soft and soulful rhythm and…of course, Driftwood vocals in the background. Or, more precisely, the intimacy of the lyrics — there’s a wide range of them on display.

“Hold onto your Light was a song I created in Jersey, while I was in America writing and recording with some incredible people. It also features a special sample vocal appearance by fellow collaborator LVNDVN who I locked away and wrote a ton of songs with while I was in Jersey. We literally set up a studio in an Air BnB in the winter and just wrote day and night, making beats and singing over vibes. I was also commuting back and forth to New York City every day during this process, so it was an incredible crossroads of energy that I was soaking up every single day, and I think the energy comes through in this single…”

– Driftwood

In the music industry, attaching a strong brand to music is extremely important. We think that Driftwood is definitely on the right track in this regard. It’s no surprise that with time, the music and the brand continue to just keep going up!

This is our absolute favorite thing to say. If you’ve read any of the blogs we publish, you’d know we put out this message. Connect with Driftwood. More music will certainly be in their future! We are as excited to keep you in the loop on future projects!

Meet Modern Soulful Music Best Song of the Year Award Finalists: Vanity Wyze featuring Sonny King – Stayed Down #ModernSoulfulMusic #VanityWyze #SonnyKing

Modern Soulful Music Awards: What story/emotional narrative does your music tell?

Stayed Down is a soulful hip-hop song about rising from the bottom to success. It’s about staying focused and not letting your circumstances keep you from your destiny.

MSM: How does your music bring inspiration to the soul?

This song is meant to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to pursue their dreams and never look back! So many can relate to the struggle of going after your passion!

MSM: Who inspires you? Who are your role models?

We are inspired by real-life experiences. We love to make songs that are not only true but touch people in a way that they feel connected to the music and message.

MSM: Why do you want to be an award-winning Modern Soulful Musician?

We are always excited and eager for the world to hear our music. Awards like these really bring a sense of accomplishment and motivation to keep pushing, keep striving and bring everything we have to every song we make!

Meet our Best Artist of the Year 2022-2023 Finalist: Kristina Murrell #ModernSoulfulMusic #KristinaMurrellMusic

The 2022-2023 Modern Soulful Music Awards have been opened. We know that a lot of you are here to strictly find your next favorite artist and song, so if you want to get right into the music, check it out below here!

Modern Soulful Music Awards: What story/emotional narrative does your music tell?:

Kristina Murrell: My song “Drug of Choice” is about pure love addiction. Being completely in love with a person to the point that the feeling you get when you are around them becomes addictive and you can’t wait to see them again!

MSM: How does your music bring inspiration to the soul?

Kristina Murrell: My music touches on relationships and love stories. When we create we want the listener to feel connected to the story. Most people after a certain age have had some sort of relationship and know the feeling of new love and or heartbreak and we try to hit every emotion in between.

MSM: Who inspires you? Who are your role models?

Kristina Murrell: I am originally from Bridgetown, Barbados. I grew up listening to Rhianna. She was the first superstar from our island. I was around 8 years old watching her on tv dreaming of being like her.

MSM: Why do you want to be an award-winning Modern Soulful Musician?

Kristina Murrell: Music is my passion and there’s nothing else I want to do. I cherish the opportunity to be recognized for my gift and passion. It would mean the world to me!

Here at Modern Soulful Music, supporting artists is our #1 priority, we kindly ask you to check out the award-nominated Kristina Murrell.

Check out Carlo Taylor’s new soulful acoustic track “Million Miles” on Vimeo!

NEW MUSIC ALERT! We’ve got music from Carlo Taylor! Today we’re featuring “Million Miles!”

Carlo Taylor is a rising artist with a soulful and conscious ability to express himself through the power of music, as well as create an intriguing thread of thoughts and pictures with words.
Million Miles introduces the skillfully meandering vocal harmonies of Carlo Taylor in a way that feels acquainted yet also indicative of an artist ready to pave their own way. The likable beat injects a level of weight to ground the track and complements the general stylization of the song.
The acoustic instrumentation makes up the arguably simplistic soundscape, yet never fails to intrigue and keep the listener engaged with the complex structure and layered elements.

“She’s against animal testing, but she’s testing the animal in me.”

– Carlo Taylor

The carefully crafted lyrics in this song are soulful, confessional, and display an emotional narrative open to personal interpretation from the listener, which helps in creating a bond between the music and the audience that carries its way from start to finish.

Suspicious of the camera lens, unimpressed with the technological self-glamorization that invades the soul, Carlo Taylor has lived his 38 years like a boisterous deer in a world caught in the headlights. Now the time has come for the spotlight to shine his way. There are no big names affiliated with his art, no top-notch cigar-puffing producer, no hot-shot festival headline to boast of, just him and his craft. Perhaps it is this zero desire in the peripheral entrapments of the musical world that has resulted in his music sounding the way it does – raw, confessional, solitary, and satirical.

Here at Modern Soulful Music Awards, we believe that attaching a soulful message that inspires the next generation is extremely important. We think that Carlo Taylor is definitely on the right track in this regard. It’s no surprise that with time, the music and the brand will continue to just keep going up for them!

If you’ve read any of the blogs we’ve published, you’d know we put out this message sooner or later. Connect with Carlo Taylor. More music will certainly be in their future!