Here are our daily picks for you featuring MASMA DREAM WORLD, Benjamin Booker, Virtual Riot and more!
1. “BROKEN PROMISES” – Let Me Downs
Starting our daily selection off strong is “BROKEN PROMISES,” a riveting punk rock hit by Washington-based trio Let Me Downs. Inspired by the pain and betrayal of a past relationship, the song features electrifying guitar riffs, passionate vocals and up-tempo drums. If you’re looking for an emo anthem to channel some inner energy, this track may be the one for you. Check it out today on Let Me Downs’s newest full length album, North by Southwest.
2. “SLOW DANCE IN A GAY BAR” – Benjamin Booker
New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Benjamin Booker has released “SLOW DANCE IN A GAY BAR,” a mellow, introspective piece about appreciating the simple wonders of the world. “I am beginning to see / the beauty all around me / What this life can be,” Booker sings softly, his vocals intertwined with dreamy lo-fi beats and nostalgic rhythms. The official music video, filmed in New Orleans’ French Quarter, is dedicated to the victims of the terrorist attack that occurred there on New Year’s Day 2025. Find “SLOW DANCE IN A GAY BAR” today in Booker’s latest album release, LOWER.
3. “I See the Same Things” – Frog Eyes
Up next is “I See the Same Things,” an entrancing indie rock single by Vancouver-based band Frog Eyes. Comprised of a mesmerizing drum beat, reverberated electric guitar and twangy, ’80s-esque vocals, the track radiates a hypnotic, dreamlike quality. Directed by Derek Janzen, the official music video was filmed in Vancouver’s Western Front artist-run center to highlight the beauty of historical artwork. Keep your eyes open for their next release, The Open Up, out March 7th.
4. “Damage (feat. Shaquille O’Neal)” – Virtual Riot, DIESEL
DJ bass sensations Virtual Riot and DIESAL have teamed up to release their latest electronic hit, “Damage (feat. Shaquille O’Neal).” With propulsive trap beats, dynamic bass drops, edgy synths and O’Neal’s distinctive commanding vocals, the collaboration intertwines the dance finesse of both artists. Its release built up excitement for Shaq’s Fun House, an annual music event taken place during Super Bowl Weekend. Give this lively track a listen today!
5. “Pordeno Me” – MASMA DREAM WORLD
Lastly, we have “Pordeno Me,” a hauntingly immersive track by Gabon, Africa-born artist MASMA DREAM WORLD. Musically, the single weaves together eerie church bells, intricate drum patterns and strained whispers to create a ritualistic soundscape. Look for “Pordeno Me” on MASMA DREAM WORLD’s forthcoming album, PLEASE COME TO ME, set to be released Feb. 21, 2025.
Three days in, two more to go. Check out these five new releases today to amp up the rest of this exciting week!
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