Evan Crandell

Well, this was unexpected. Anderson .Paak's new label, APESHIT, has its first signees in DOMi & JD Beck, a nu-jazz duo gearing up for their debut release. Their new single, "TAKE A CHANCE" is a masterclass in weaving a jazzy instrumental over an introspective R&B track. DOMi handles work on the keys while JD Beck does his thing on the drums. And, .Paak does what he does best on vocal duty alongside the jazz duo. , their debut album releases on July 29th on all digital platforms. - Google Elgin Nelson

For some of the freshest new music with Italian roots, listeners should bask in the sun-drenched goodness of DJ and multi-instrumentalist LOELASH’s latest single “Somebody New,” premiering today on EARMILK. Taken from his forthcoming album Fantasia, the upbeat new song features collaboration with fellow Italian artists, the alt-pop duo Palmaria (formerly M w S) for a gorgeous track that will keep the summer vibes flowing well into autumn.

All the turbulent events of the past few years, from lockdowns to perpetual social inequalities, have brought about heightened anxiety and tension in streets around the globe, but with any hope, they have also reminded us to acknowledge and appreciate the understated bright spots in life as well.