Listening to Marie Chain’s new single, “Holy Water,” is like turning a corner to find yourself in the midst of a sacred ritual already unfolding. It’s a gathering by a riverbank, but the river is made of sound—a compelling, moving current of Global Soul that tugs you in before you’ve even had a chance to decide if you want to get wet. https://open.spotify.com/track/2cvoVVph7OUL2iUNs1KPJB?si=7eceaad2ae824ed6 The beat has...

The South African artist Anacy turns betrayal into a fast-moving cinematic pop release packed with bite, motion, and a hard-earned sense of self. 'Good Luck To Her' hits like the moment you stop typing the long message, delete every word, and choose yourself instead. Anacy does not tiptoe around the mess here. The South African artist walks into the wreckage of a broken relationship with...