Spice Up Your Week with these 7 Alternative R&B Songs – Aipate
The alt-R&B scene supplies us with some of the smoothest and most emotionally resonant songs, the kind we all need in our lives once in a while. It is such songs that form part of our latest roundup, a selection of soulful tunes with the potential to spice up your week. You are treated to a blend of retro soul, experimental production, and raw vulnerability, with each of the picked songs perfect for leisure drives or introspective moments.
SNACKTIME – “ENOUGH.”
I hadn’t heard about SNACKTIME until I stumbled upon their latest single, “ENOUGH.” This is the perfect introduction to a band whose growth has been organic and, simply, impressive. They started by performing free shows in Philadelphia about five years ago, with the thousands of hours spent crafting their sound leading to amazing songs like “ENOUGH.” — this song is just as pensive as it is uplifting. I bet you will find the listening experience irrefutably therapeutic.
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Asha Maclean – “Yoga”
For the last couple of years, Asha Maclean has been able to grab tastemakers’ attention with her alluring fusion of R&B and pop. This time round, the rising singer delivered a summer anthem of her own. “Yoga” is the title of the alt-R&B song. The track carries dance-ready elements which are complemented by Asha’s bubbly performance. You will love the music video, which is just as captivating.
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FRANKIE OCTOBER x Daisha McBride – “Moment”
A recent trans-Atlantic collaboration between Swedish indie project FRANKIE OCTOBER and Tennessee-native singer/rapper Daisha MacBride gave us this new single called “Moment”. The vibey alt-R&B jam is filled with shimmering indie elements, giving it a lulling feel. Daisha’s smooth vocals shine next to the atmospheric instrumentation, with “Moment” exploring the vulnerability of choosing to fully commit to someone. “Daisha brought heart and emotion to the track—we couldn’t have dreamt of more for this collaboration,” says Johan Didrik of FRANKIE OCTOBER.
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GoldFord – “Runnin’”
GoldFord is a US singer-songwriter known for his powerful voice and eclectic sound. His intoxicating blend of pop and soul is exhibited in his newest offering, “Runnin’”. The song feels warm, cheerful and uplifting: an utterly soulful contribution to summer playlists. GoldFord’s breakout song “Orange Blossoms” was released late last year. The artist continues to impress, and we love that.
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Suze – “Gimme That Love”
The song that introduces us to the world of Estonian singer Susanna Aleksandra and her jazz-rooted band Suze is called “Gimme That Love”. A soulful gem with hints of funk, this tune feels quite tantalizing. Susanna’s sultry vocals and yearnful lyrics make it a hearty singalong. The band comprises Bianca Rantala, Aapo-Matti Puhakka, Mathei Florea, Janno Trump, Ramuel Tafenau, and, of course, Susanna, who are all Estonians.
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The Altons – “Love You Like That”
Hailing from Los Angeles is this talented group of musicians called The Altons. Fronted by Adriana Flores and Bryan Ponce, the band is completed by Caitlin Moss (drums) and Chris “Bolillo” Manjarrez (bass). For a taste of The Alton’s soulful sound, you’ve got to listen to their latest song, which was released in the company of a heart-warming music video. “‘Love You Like That’ is one we have been itching to release,” the band says about this song. “Its midtempo groove sets it apart from the latest releases, with bright piano parts & a catchy chorus. It’s a fun and playful sun-kissed song. We wanted the video to showcase what a day in LA could look and feel like for two lovers.”
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YOUNGTONES – “Free”
What started as a spontaneous studio session at the SXSW festival in 2017 soon blossomed into a full music project called YOUNGTONES. Producer Matthew Young and singer-songwriter Luke Wade have since captivated fans with their sound, an infectious nod to R&B and soul music of the ’60s and ’70s. You get a feel of that retro style in their newest single, “Free”, which is lifted from the upcoming album Midnight Sun. The song is a breezy anthem that you’ll want to play on repeat.
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