Independent multi-instrumentalist Cheryl Craigie has returned with a synth-pop cover of the classic soul staple, "What's Going On". Performing every vocal line and instrument herself, Craigie reinterprets the iconic plea for peace through a distinctly electronic lens. https://open.spotify.com/album/5koCGV86w9A29rvROrYlF8?si=J54YA8O4S9aGeTGOHFJmkA The performance rests on a bizarrely fascinating contrast. Craigie’s voice rolls smoothly through undulating, soulful phrases, carrying a desperate message about war, brutality, and systemic hatred. Yet beneath...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Afrobeats and R&B, Jidayi, a Nigerian artist who relocated to London in 2020, makes waves with his unique blend of rhythms and soulful melodies. Officially launching his career in 2023 under his middle name, Jidayi, he's no stranger to the music industry, having previously performed under aliases like Vacardi and Yungstr. Jidayi's artistic evolution is marked by his ability to adapt...