There is no denying that hot girl summer is well underway, with the return of Queen B and Drake dropping a surprise dance album. Whether you’re on the hunt for your next big hype tune or need some sonic relatability this summer, we’ve got you covered! Here are all of June’s top releases that we currently have on repeat;

Beyoncé – Break My Soul

There’s no better time to channel Beyoncé than summer, as everything from her confidence to her attitude is an inspiration. So, we were thrilled to see Bey is back! ‘Break My Soul’ is filled with affirmations, dance rhythms, and a classic 90s dance sample of ‘Show me Love’ by Robyn S. If you need a pick me up or are dealing with heartbreak this summer, this is the song for you! 

Princess Nokia – Diva

You can’t truly thrive in hot girl summer unless you uplift and empower the women around you. And, it is just as important to appreciate all the incredible women who paved the way for us. With this track, Princess Nokia celebrates all the divas who came before her, from Shakira and Beyoncé to Whitney and Aaliyah. Pair this uplifting message with the triumphant soundscape of ‘Diva,’ and you have one of the most empowering tracks of summer 2022. 

Drake – Honestly, Nevermind 

We were taken by surprise on June 17th, as Drake dropped an album with no announcement. But, to surprise us even more, this is no usual Drake album. Instead, Drake has embodied the dance genre and incorporated it within his usual flow, creating a perfect summer style. He took the world by storm in the summer of 2016; can he do it again? 

Flo Milli – Conceited

Delivering bags of personality, sass, and confidence this summer is the fabulous Flo Milli. From just one play of this track, we were already feeling ourselves! Flo has delivered a stellar flow, beat, and meaning with ‘Conceited.’ We will be sure to keep this on our radar for any moments of self-doubt. 

Lil Nas X, YoungBoy Never Broke Again – Late To Da Party

Bringing us all the good vibes this month are Lil Nas X and NBA Youngboy, as they dropped a slick-produced Hip hop track that encapsulates the modern rap style. Many say this is a collaboration no one would have seen coming, but we love it! 

DellaXOZ – i want, doesn’t get

If you’re in need of some relatability that still delivers positive, uplifting summer vibes, DellaXOZ has just given you the perfect track. Complete with lyrics honing on moving on from a relationship, this song is great for anyone focussing on having a healing girl summer! 

Jada Kingdom – Fling It Back

You can’t go wrong with a good summer dancehall beat, and Jada Kingdom certainly understood the assignment. This is one for the girls ready to dance the hot nights away without a care in the world. 

Chlöe – Surprise

Chlöe gave us our supply of divine feminine energy on June 17th with her latest single, ‘Surprise.’ Showing us her cheeky side with suggestive lyrics, it’s safe to say Chlöe’s solo endeavours are set to be memorable and definitive. 

Lila Iké – Wanted

Reggae is a genre that can impact your mood in such a dynamic way, and it is even more prevalent when it’s summer. Lila Iké delivered a reggae dream earlier this month, complete with heavenly vocals, infectious rhythms, and meandering melodies. 

FKA twigs – Killer

If hard-hitting beats aren’t your vibe, FKA twigs’ latest single is calm whilst still encapsulating the summer sound. This is a much more pop-sounding track for twigs, and we are excited to see if she will dabble further within the genre. 

Saucy Santana, Latto – Booty

Summer is for fun, and this track delivers just that, courtesy of Saucy Santana and Latto. From an iconic sampling of Beyoncé’s ‘Crazy In Love’ to tongue n cheek lyrics surrounding self-love, this song is inevitably fun and infectious. 

Aitch, Bakar – In Disguise

Giving us 2010’s British rap realness this month is Aitch and Bakar, with cheeky lyrics and guitar motifs that inject unmistakable energy into this track. One thing is for sure; we will be pressing our replay button on this one!

Words By Nadia Clasper

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As we look back on the array of young artists that emerged this year, from Lil Nas X becoming a viral phenomenon with hit single ‘Old Town Road’ to Ari Lennox receiving universal acclaim for her breakout debut album ‘Shea Butter Baby’, it can be agreed that the industry’s talent pool certainly didn’t disappoint. And with 2020 on the horizon this list, that is by no means exhaustive, provides an insight into the rising stars who are set to explode into the next decade.

Joy Crookes

The mature and timeless sound of Joy Crookes cements her place as an artist to watch in 2020. Her eloquent, well-refined vocals infused with soulful emotion and nostalgic fervour offer the perfect antidote to the number-driven vacuity of commercial, mainstream music. Having released her ‘Reminiscence’ and ‘Perception’ Eps in 2019 and with a number of live shows in the pipeline Crookes is on track to becoming one of the industry’s next biggest stars.

Easy Life

Their minimalistic, indie-alt vibe fused with a mellow R&B finish has seen Easy life rise from the unknown to selling out their first UK tour all in the space of two years. Having signed with Island Records in 2018 the group of five has since released two mixtapes “Creature Habits’ and ‘Spaceships’, plus a handful of popular singles. Their ability to merge serious issues, such as the environmental concerns on track ‘Earth’ and struggles with mental health on single ‘Frank’, with an endearing, nonchalant rock attitude has made them a highly sought-after, marketable band. And having returned home from their stint in the U.S this summer it won’t be long before frontman Murray Matravers’ ‘world domination’ plots become a reality.

YBN Cordae

After receiving a Grammy nomination for the release of his debut album, ‘The Lost boy’ YBN Cordae has proved himself as one of the most talented younger artists of 2019 but has yet to receive the recognition that he deserves. By reviving classic lyricism in rap and spreading the messages of self-growth, positivity and family-ties it is only a matter of time before he becomes one of the hottest acts in the hip-hop community.

Koffee

Leading the way in Jamaica’s new reggae music scene is singer-songwriter Mikayla Simpson, professionally known as Koffee. Her first and only Ep ‘Rapture’ stays true to reggae’s roots of thick, heavy bass and upbeat rhythms, which combined with her fresh, fiery and impassioned lyrics creates a distinct sound that rejuvenates a traditional genre for the modern ear. With a new album on the horizon and a potential feature on Rhianna’s upcoming project, 2020 looks to be incredibly promising for the rising reggae star.

Beabadoobee

The grunge-inspired Filipino-British, singer Beatrice Kristi, known under the pseudonym Beabadoobee, is making significant waves in the alt-rock indie scene. Her sound started with a characteristic lo-fi, DIY aesthetic with her first single ‘Coffee’, an intimate, melodious track, shooting her into the limelight and seeing her sign with Dirty Records. Subsequently, she has released four EPs, Patched Up, Loveworm, Loveworm (Bedroom Sessions) and Space Cadet, with the latter displaying her impressive versatility as she embraces a grungy, distorted vibe comparative to the love-struck, relaxed tone of her earlier work. If Bea continues to be as open and artistically expressive about her frustration, alienation, and outsider status then there is nothing to stop her from becoming the voice of a generation.

Ivory Wave

The elegant fusion of pre-noughties indie-rock with a modern acid-house machismo sees Brummie boy-band Ivory Wave as having the potential to becoming the next big thing. After the launch of their Ep ‘Dream Nights’, a collection of expressive, neoteric tracks with anthemic qualities, the ambitious group soon joined renowned dream-pop band JAWS in support of their UK tour. If they continue their grassroots approach to success, that has seen singles such as, ‘Uptown’ receive Track of the Week on Radio X, then the potential Ivory Wave have is limitless.

Aitch

British rapper Aitch’s Mancunian charm and boyish charisma have seen him take 2019 by the storm. With his first ever release ‘Straight Rhymez 1’ racking up 16 million hits on YouTube and attracting the attention of major grime artists Stormzy, it was not long before Aitch was opening shows for the likes of Wiley and Cadet on their respective UK tours. In a candid interview with The Guardian Aitch admitted that “It’s the funny accent that draws bare attention,” but that is not to forget his natural freestyle ability and witty, memorable lyrics. Having already reached number 2 in the UK Singles Chart with ‘Taste (Make it Shake)’ it is no doubt that Aitch will be one to watch in the forthcoming year.

Celeste

After winning BBC Music Introducing Artist of the Year for 2019 to not mention Celeste Waite would be criminal. Having signed with major record label Polydor Records in 2018, Celeste has since released her second EP ‘Lately’, that sees her serene soulful vocals perfectly compliment the tranquil, jazz-inspired beats found through-out the five-track experience. Headlining her first show at the O2 Shepherds Empire, London in April 2020 Celeste’s performance will be one not to miss.

Arlo Parks

Amid the logjam of aspiring emo, bedroom-pop sounding artists shines Arlo Parks. Her poetic, self-reflective lyrics blend flawlessly with the comforting subtlety of her backing instrumentals. And given the success of her two Eps, ‘Super Sad Generation’ and ‘Sophie’, as well as her collection of consistently admired singles the future is set to be very bright for the 19-year-old from London.

Tyla Yaweh

Yaweh has never been short of performing alongside some of the industry’s most foremost acts, from opening Xxxtentacion’s Revenge tour in 2017 to supporting Post Malone across Europe earlier this year. His latest full-length album ‘Heart Full of Rage’, is an experimental, introspective array of tracks, in which he contrasts his concise flow with airy vocals and energetic trap beats with mellow electric guitar riffs. Having just come off the back of an impressive Rolling loud set Tyla Yaweh’s name is sure to be on everyone’s lips throughout 2020.

Words by Charlie Malcom-Mckay

Graphics by Araceli Alonso

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