From Afrobeats royalty to a queer icon and a country music favourite, here’s Lyrical Muse’s New Music Friday picks for the last Friday of June!
The Grahams – “Found It In Us”
Acclaimed Americana-pop duo The Grahams offer up an anthem of appreciation and celebration with “Found It In Us,” an ethereal ballad about searching for one’s place in the world. The duo – consisting of married couple Alyssa and Doug Graham – craft a warming sonic world that you can escape into. The layered track paints an exciting and fun picture led by their signature honesty and vulnerability as they dive into their own journeys while also delivering a relatable message about the gratifying feel of chasing your dreams.
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Almondmilkhunni – “New Jersey”
Los Angeles-based, New Jersey-raised queer icon Brandy Schwechler under her stagename Almondmilkhunni announces her latest project Star Baby with the extended play of lead single “New Jerzey,” a trance-tinged, electronica-infused alt-pop anthem that strikes a intricate balance between soft girl-next-door vibes and lush nightlife energy. An anthem rooted in infatuation, the genre-bending track encapsulates both the sultry decadence and the delicacy that Schwechler has become known for as she gears for the release for her first EP since 2023.
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Niko Moon – “KING OF THE ISLAND”
Multi-platinum country star Niko Moon captures tropical island vibes in latest track “KING OF THE ISLAND,” taken from upcoming album AMERICAN PALM. With a cowboy/country twang at its core, the track is the relaxation/vacation anthem that’s all about the relatable urge to kick up our feet and retire on an island. Perfectly capturing a universal dream of escaping the bustle of our daily lives to chill out on permanent vacation, the track features Moon’s father Chris Cowan and comes to life as a heartwarming, summery slice of peace.
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Tekno – “Powerbank”
Afrobeats icon Tekno shares vibrant anthem “Powerbank,” unfurling a playful yet tender love story rooted in vivid yet deeply emotional sonic tones. Imagining love as a quiet yet powerful presence in our lives, the track captures the comfort and warmth that brews in between two people who respect each other and reflect the best of each other. Channeling this reverent romance through a soulful Nigerian charm, the track stands tall as a fun and breezy reminder of Tekno’s towering status in the African music landscape.
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