Tag: Fran Kuboye

Rooted & Reborn: “My Alma Latina” by Michellar

Michellar’s new EP, “My Alma Latina,” arrived with the familiar, sinuous warmth of a Santana guitar riff but proceeds to map out an altogether different territory. This isn't just a collection of pop songs seasoned with Latin flair; it's a five-part spiritual field guide, an intimate log of a soul navigating a world that refuses to stand still. https://open.spotify.com/album/2rKpoVX8FJo2tbgSWw50v3?si=6y-Ot-Y7TKyd2tChEI5Jxg It begins with an earthy anxiety, a...

Raw, Messy, Real: SHAB Bares All in “One Suitcase”

Buckle up, because SHAB's "One Suitcase" just dropped, and it's... a lot. Twenty-one tracks of pure, unadulterated pop – it's like being force-fed a rainbow-flavored cake while riding a rollercoaster through a hall of mirrors. https://open.spotify.com/album/0btRgc5uotO4qb46RSBQF1?si=JCmGr4-VR6OrAN5KE2sF9Q The core message? Desire. Raw, messy, sometimes confusing, sometimes gloriously straightforward desire. SHAB, a global pop sensation and advocate, apparently decided to unpack every single facet of romantic connection, from...

Baba Kuboye’s “Cultural Canvas” Album Is A Celebration Of African Heritage

The album title of Baba Kuboye's most recent record is "Cultural Canvas," and it's an extravagant blend of songs and stories that honour his...