Demur Decks 23.03.2020
Johnny Stimson – Hard to Say Goodbye
Life isn’t about simply taking risks. It’s really about choosing the right risk. You could say that pop singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Johnny Stimson chose rather wisely. New single “Hard to Say Goodbye” features Stimson’s gorgeous melodies over chilled out beats with R&B flavour. ‘Hard to Say Goodbye’ is about being homesick even before you leave home. It is about noticing every bit of perfection on your way out the door. Stimson is known for his soulful R&B vocals over chilled out beats and catchy pop soundscapes. He has amassed over 21 million streams on Spotify and BTS and Elton John himself are fans.
Wray – Jogging/ Neon Forming
Wray announce the release of their latest single ‘Jogging/Neon Forming’ with scintillating visuals to accompany the single, created by the incredibly talented Bárbara Baron. Take a Motorik Beat. Repeat some phrases and chords. Give it some space. Add a little grit. Polish it with some synths. Try to recall the hopes and perceptions of a past life and sing about that. Oh, and it’s better if you are jogging. …Neon Forming is the dream that comes after.
Tedy – War
Montreal-based singer-songwriter and performer, Tedy releases his second single ‘War’, teaming up once again with Herag Sanbalian and Mike Wise (Bülow, Ellie Goulding, Chainsmokers, Upshal). A glimpse into Tedy’s past, ‘War’ exposes his vulnerability as he explores the conflicting emotions you feel towards the end of a toxic relationship and emphasizes the importance of breaking free. The new track tempers an emotionally-charged and soulful vocal performance with a fusion of alternative, soul and pop rhythms. Tedy explains, ‘‘War’ is about learning that no matter how much it hurts, you have to love yourself enough to get out of an environment that is toxic.’ This track continues to showcase his evolution as an artist and will leave fans anxious for more.
Snakehips x TroyBoi – Wavez
Genre-bending London duo Snakehips have linked up with fellow London artist TroyBoi on new single ‘Wavez’. A maelstrom of electronic dance, modern hip-hop and slick lyricism, ‘Wavez’ is a fresh-sounding cut with broad appeal. Made up of James and Ollie, Snakehips have previously collaborated with the likes of Chance The Rapper, Anderson Paak, MØ, Anne-Marie and Joey Bada$$. Their catalogue of hits include lush and sultry ‘On & On’, dreamy single ‘Days With You’, mega-hit ‘All My Friends’ (ft. Tinashe and Chance The Rapper) and 4-track EP ‘Forever (Pt. II)’. The platinum-selling hit makers have also played at Coachella, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo and many more.
M.O Littles – ‘Hands Down’
M.O Littles, award-winning Hip-Hop artist releases his new single ‘Hands Down’ fest. Merkules &. Tek Luciano. Littles is known for his authenticity, edge and respect for the Hip Hop genre’. The passionate artist brings his all to award winning music videos, US & European concerts and collaborations with artists, including Dru and Rich Kidd. Having sold thousands of albums, the multi- talented artist continues to up his game, writing the theme song for reality TV show, Fashion Hero and the team anthem for the Canadian National Basketball team, Sudbury 5. Littles’ is acutely aware of the responsibility that comes with his journey and that a seat at the Hip Hop table is never given but earned. Critics and fans agree, M.O. Littles deserves a seat.
RIMON – The Morning
After taking 2019 to focus on her new music and killing her first festival season, RIMON is back with a vengeance. Kicking off the road to her sophomore EP, she has released the visuals for ‘The Morning’. Combining the lush, sweet RnB with a whole new level of live instrumentalists. In the visual, the singer gives us a dream-like scape as she displays her female sexuality. Surrounded by a live band, the track, which details her and her lovers’ passionate connections places RIMON in constant focus. As the visuals develop, they embody the songstress an artist older and powerful beyond her years, captivating the scene for the most part with little more than herself in the frame. With a silent and sultry strength ‘The Morning’ speaks on female prerogative, and the idea that women can very much take control of passion if they so wish.
Tunnel – Walking The Vine
Tunnel’s new single, ‘Walking The Vine’, was written with a sense of optimism in mind, yet it also captures the darkness that comes with the duo’s own personal struggles. The song is about dealing with people that come and go in your life, and how that can unconsciously drain you. Band member Kevin accidentally triggered the synth loop heard at the beginning of the song and began to drum on top of it, which led to the track’s birth. ‘It became clear to us that a voice was needed, and so ‘Walking The Vine’ became Kevin’s vocal debut.’ This song is about the juxtaposition of a heavy relationship with the hope and learning that such an experience can teach you. Through realizing that a relationship has its limits, you are able to move forward with those boundaries in mind.
