Take Jack Horton, a Portland-based singer-songwriter whose path to folk-Americana included stops at Japanese law school, Tokyo piano bars, corporate boardrooms, and government offices. His latest EP, "Imperfections," feels like finding someone's private journal set to music. And that someone happens to write really, really well. The five-song collection opens with "Set Me Free," a piano-driven confession that might surprise anyone expecting typical breakup bitterness. Horton...

Growing up on legendary Afrobeat giants, Da Big Mike is slowly conquering this space with his new single “DOINZ.” The addictive drumming, slick basslines, and captivating melodies in this Afrobeat song make you move. It's a feeling that turns every moment into a dance floor. “DOINZ” infuses African rhythm and soul while challenging global boundaries. Its authentic and appealing sound combines traditional Afrobeat with modern...