Sam Ostler’s new single, “Lights,” then. It unfolds less like a sudden, intrusive glare and more like the slow, determined burn of a really good stage light finally finding its mark after a prolonged blackout. It’s pop, yes, vibrant and undeniably contemporary as advertised – clean lines, clear intentions. Yet, there’s a certain satisfying heft beneath the melodic uplift, a feeling that these notes...

Gratitude is essential in all circumstances, and Nigerian musician Majestic BN is here with his most recent song that emphasizes this and other related themes. The song "Give Thanks (Mind Your Business)" features hypnotic voices and is an exciting, danceable Afrobeats tune about appreciation and taking care of one's business. It's the ideal fusion of upbeat rhythms, sultry melodies, and lyrics that perfectly encapsulate the spirit...