10 Independent Artists You Should Know: March 2022
This is the first of a new monthly series highlighting 10 independent artists each month. Artists are presented in alphabetical order. To be considered for future entries, you can submit your music via the email address provided below.
Alemeda
Singer from Ethiopia and Sudan
One Song Introduction: “Gonna Bleach My Eyebrows”
One Sentence Pitch: With only four songs on major streaming services, Alemeda has already shown she is a star in the making through her versatility, undeniable charisma, relatable songwriting, and viral marketability.
Curt Summers
Rapper from New Jersey
One Song Introduction: “Hot Now”
One Sentence Pitch: Curt Summers pours his heart into all of his verses, whether being brutally honest about his personal struggles or channeling his emotions into a banger.
Dende
Rapper and singer from Katy, Texas
One Song Introduction: “Candy”
One Sentence Pitch: Dende exudes charisma, sounding equally comfortable singing sultry melodies on his Pregnancy Pack EP, rapping vulnerable verses on his album A Happy Man, or interacting with his dedicated community of fans online and in person.
Links: Twitter, Instagram, Website
Dré Dys
Rapper from Indiana and Mississippi
One Song Introduction: “Roll the Dys” ft. Ry G.
One Sentence Pitch: Dré Dys raps with palpable confidence that he backs up with slick rhymes and an unfaltering delivery as he waits on everyone else to catch up.
Elijah LeFlore
Singer from Chicago, Illinois
One Song Introduction: “Bittersweet” ft. Ro Marsalis
One Sentence Pitch: Elijah LeFlore draws from a variety of influences spanning genres and decades to create a modern, soulful take on R&B with personal, down to earth songwriting.
King $ly
Rapper from Chicago, Illinois
One Song Introduction: “Kryptonite” ft. SinApse
One Sentence Pitch: King $ly is best known for his lyrical prowess and incredibly smooth flows as showcased on his conceptual Moon Landing EP and collaborations with fellow CQCX member Gios4ma.
Links: Twitter
Mat Randol
Rapper from Portland, Oregon
One Song Introduction: “Up to You” ft. WESTSIDE BOOGIE, Sxlxmxn, & Mal London
One Sentence Pitch: At the core of Mat Randol’s writing is an unguarded, open exploration of mental health issues but on the surface his music features catchy choruses, clever punchlines, and upbeat instrumentation— providing the spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down.
Mike Quill
Rapper from Northwest England
One Song Introduction: “Do You Care?” ft. Dende
One Sentence Pitch: Mike Quill has only been releasing music for around a year, but he sounds natural on the microphone and hones his craft constantly, culminating in his forthcoming debut project PRE-SEASON.
Morgan Gold
Singer-songwriter from Chicago, Illinois
One Song Introduction: “waterbed”
One Sentence Pitch: Morgan Gold’s soft, silky vocals captivate from the first listen, but further listens are similarly rewarded by her sincere, engaging pop songwriting and unique production.
Links: Twitter, Instagram, Website
Paris Price
Rapper and singer from Prince George’s County, Maryland
One Song Introduction: “Killing Me Slowly” ft. Chris Patrick & Dende
One Sentence Pitch: Paris Price makes creating hits seem effortless through his combination of earworm choruses, charming personality, deceptively clever verses, and keen ear for production.
Links: Twitter, Instagram, Website
Written by: Tyler Blankinship, @__solodolo__ on Twitter.
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