Debra Can Dominates the A-List Playlist with “Calm Down” and “Energy,” Two Fresh Afrobeat Gems Set to Move the World

Landing on our A-List playlist are the sizzling new singles from Debra Can on New-Town Records.

Calm Down arrives warm, melodic, uplifting and deeply soulful. Its impeccable Afrobeats rhythms flow with effortless ease, carrying Debra Can’s unmistakable voice with a richness that instantly draws listeners in. The groove is smooth, the melody is strong, and the story woven through the lyrics keeps you moving from the very first beat.

Energy lives up to its name with a vibrant, modern Afrobeat bounce. It bursts with colour, freshness and rhythm, wrapped in Debra’s distinctive vocal presence. The track’s dynamic flow lifts the mood and sends you straight to the dancefloor with its massive groove. The rap section cuts through with stylish clarity, fast but controlled, adding a talking melody that powers the song forward. It feels like another undeniable hit from Debra Can.

Both singles are now spinning as a special AFROBEAT DOUBLEPLAY at 11:30 AM Pacific USA time for the next few months and are featured on ourA-List Playlist. New-Town Records continues to stand tall as one of the finest Afrobeat labels pushing the culture forward.

Born Oyekan Yetunde Deborah, Debra Can is rapidly emerging as one of Afro-Pop’s most exciting new voices. Based in Lagos and signed to New-Town Records, she blends smooth R&B and soul influences from icons such as Brandy and Toni Braxton with contemporary Afrobeats production to create music that moves both the heart and the dancefloor.

Her digital footprint is growing fast, boasting more than 1.2 million Spotify listeners, 28.2k YouTube subscribers, 20.7k followers on Instagram, 8.9k on TikTok and 2.6k on Facebook. With two EPs and a catalogue of strong singles, she continues to bridge generations and genres with her unique sound.

Debra Can is also a magnetic live performer. Her standout appearance at the Omo Better Concert showcased the power, confidence and charisma that are shaping her rise as a global Afro-pop star. Her music is rooted in melodic richness, silky vocals and uplifting Afro-fusion rhythms that resonate with audiences worldwide.

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Mikey G Ignites the A-List with His New Single Champagne Poetry

Mikey G’s new single Champagne Poetry opens with a mellow, cinematic atmosphere that feels eerie and haunting, almost like a film score. A warm R&B tone sets the mood before thick, phat kick drums and hard-hitting beats take over, pushing the track into a compelling rap performance. His flow is smooth, distinctive, and grounded in authenticity, telling a story with a sober and serious edge. The production is sleek, silky, and immersive, taking listeners on a laid-back yet emotionally upfront journey.

The track is now featured on the A-List playlist and will run as a special POWERPLAY at 8:30 PM Pacific USA time for the next month.

Emerging from Brisbane’s urban hip-hop landscape, Mikey G (Michael Alenaddaf) represents a journey shaped by resilience and reinvention. His path began with childhood recognition on Australian Idol Kids, followed by a decade away from the spotlight, and later a grassroots comeback fuelled by social media. His artistry blends golden-era rap influences with Brisbane’s shifting cultural identity. With recent singles such as Buckwild and Don’t You Love The Light gaining attention, alongside collaborations with producers including Eestbound and Beau Vallis, Mikey G is positioning himself as a fresh force within Queensland’s hip-hop scene. His upcoming project highlights community, multicultural identity, wellness, and creative evolution.

Mikey G’s work connects Brisbane’s suburban realism with global hip-hop sensibilities. His lyrics explore themes of self-discovery, ambition, and mental health advocacy. His flow often reflects the introspective clarity of J. Cole and the melodic smoothness of Jack Harlow. Visually, his brand merges Brisbane’s river-city scenery with gritty urban textures, creating a contrast that mirrors the duality in his identity.

His early exposure on Australian Idol Kids in 2004, performing In Da Club, introduced him to national audiences. A voluntary retreat from mainstream attention allowed him to immerse himself in Brisbane’s underground rap community, study lyricism through artists like Lupe Fiasco, and participate in cyphers around South Bank Parklands.

The #4barfriday challenge on Instagram reignited his artistic drive, with freestyle videos filmed in locations such as Fortitude Valley’s Bakery Lane gaining viral momentum. His early collaboration with Eestbound on the 2017 release River City Tapes formed the foundation of his jazz-rap fusion style.

His studio debut, The Soul Section EP (2020), engineered by Sage Audio and co-produced by Beau Vallis, showcased neo-soul grooves intertwined with introspective narratives, receiving rotation on 4ZZZ FM. Recent singles Buckwild (2023) and Don’t You Love The Light (2024) display his evolving trap-influenced production without sacrificing lyrical depth. New releases Payroll and Exhausted (2025) further mark the rise toward his next major project, Sight Seeing.

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DaForce Drops New Single ‘Survival’ as It Hits the A-List and HIP HOP POWERPLAY

DaForce unleashes a powerful new single titled Survival, a track that enters with a booming punch and carries a sleek swagger built on hopping hip hop beats. The vocals are raw, real, and intense, yet delivered with a confident ease that keeps the track rolling smoothly. Survival stands out with a bold, distinctive flavour, firing off sharp bars about real life, struggle, and perseverance. A sudden shriek cuts through the mix and sends chills, adding to the unique character of a sound that blends hip hop, rap, and the unmistakable style of DaForce.

DaForce, also known as DaForce Dawg, has been active in the rap scene for many years and has assembled an extensive catalog of singles, mixtapes, and collaborations. Based in Los Angeles, he has built a reputation for combining West Coast confidence with thoughtful, introspective lyricism.

His musical journey began early, learning guitar and drums before finding his voice as a rapper. That background is clear throughout Survival, which sounds both polished and personal. It reflects the perspective of an artist who has truly lived the message he is delivering. The track carries an end of days atmosphere that speaks to daily battles and deeper challenges, yet it somehow lifts the listener and leaves them feeling elevated.

This hot new release will be featured daily as a special HIP HOP POWERPLAY at 8:30 PM Pacific USA time for the next month and added to the A-List Playlist.

Check Out DaForce:

Spotify:
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SoundCloud:
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Farbod Biglari’s Che Vuole Questa Musica Stasera Joins the A-List Playlist with a Romantic Powerplay Spotlight

Farbod Biglari, the Iranian-born composer, guitarist, arranger, and vocalist now based in Vancouver, has built his reputation on weaving cinematic storytelling into music that crosses genres. With a background in Cinema and Theatre and ongoing studies in Jazz and Contemporary Guitar, he blends pop, folk, jazz, and rock influences into richly textured soundscapes that feel as visual as they are musical.

His body of work includes the full-length album Nightmare (Kabous), the single Café (Take One), and the orchestral composition Waltz for Baran (The Rain Waltz). Each project has highlighted his ability to fuse deep emotional narratives with carefully layered arrangements.

Latest Release: Che Vuole Questa Musica Stasera

Biglari’s newest release, Che Vuole Questa Musica Stasera, offers a bold reinterpretation of the beloved Italian classic. Instead of simply covering the song, he transforms it by infusing a rock-driven edge and cinematic intensity. The track stays true to the romantic essence of the original while introducing a contemporary sound marked by expressive vocals and powerful instrumentation.

The result is a striking balance of tradition and modernity—an emotional homage that resonates with listeners while pushing the melody into fresh territory.

On Radio Playlists

Fans can now hear Che Vuole Questa Musica Stasera across Discover Music FM network stations. The track has been added to the regular A-List Playlist, ensuring rotation day and night. In addition, it will be highlighted as a ROMANTIC POWERPLAY at 3:30 PM Pacific USA time every day for the next month, giving the song special spotlight for its emotive and timeless qualities.

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Daydreams: Joseph H Dean’s Rock Gem Joins A-List Playlist with Skynyrd and Boston Twist

Daydreams is the uplifting, powerful, and energetic new rock single from Joseph H Dean. It carries rock strength, a commanding voice, and a slight Lynyrd Skynyrd meets Boston flavor, with big vocals and raw energy balanced by a warm rock feel. The track also brings in an indie 90s mood that stomps forward with a sharp rock riff 70s Stones edge, all tied together with modern appeal and a bright sound. This is the kind of song you can play on repeat as you daydream into a new rock world.

This groovy rock anthem is now on our Rock A-List and will also be featured every day as a special ROCK POWERPLAY at 3 PM Pacific USA time for the next month.

Although Joseph H Dean is a rock artist, he has a deep passion for Lady Gaga. After losing his wife to cancer, he found strength and solace in her music. That emotional connection fuels his own artistry, inspiring him to create songs that lift and energize listeners.

When asked about this new song Daydreams, he said, “I live for the hook.” That shines through in this warm, hook-filled gem that rocks from start to finish.

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Veritas Lit Ignite Rock Revival with 4-Track A-List Takeover

Attention rock music lovers! Get ready to crank it up — because Veritas Lit, the rising rock powerhouse from Brighton, Sussex, UK, has officially landed on our A-List Playlist with four explosive tracks, including two exclusive unreleased songs not out until August 2025.

🎸 Now Playing on Our A-List Playlist:

  • Burn the Bridges
  • Veins of Light (Exclusive – Out 14 August 2025)
  • Eternity
  • Veins of Light (Alternative Version) (Exclusive – Out 30 August 2025)

This is not just a playlist update — it’s a full-blown rock event. Tune in day and night to experience the soaring vocals, thrashing guitars, and melodic highs that define Veritas Lit’s unique sound. Think Evanescence meets All About Eve — but with an even bolder, grittier presence and a rich emotional edge that makes every track feel like a story you want to live inside.

🔥 And there’s more:
We’re airing a Special 4-Song Radio Exclusive on Veritas Lit for the next month, where all four songs will be played back-to-back at 5:30 PM Pacific USA time in a dedicated feature.

Catch this special across a global network of stations including:
London FM Digital, Euro Hitz Radio, Paris FM Digital, Hollywood FM, Berliner FM, Bafana FM, Asia Hits Radio, Premiere One Radio, New York FM Digital, and American 21 Digital.

With “Burn the Bridges” and “Eternity” already released and making noise, the upcoming dual release of “Veins of Light” and its Alternative Version in August brings even more anticipation. Both versions are exclusive to radio right now — and they’re making waves before even hitting the streaming platforms.

🎬 Behind the scenes, Veritas Lit is also working on a captivating new music video for “Eternity,” shot at a stunning villa in Italy and featuring a professional ballerina, combining elegance and intensity in a way only they can deliver.

It’s clear — rock is making a comeback, and Veritas Lit is at the front of the charge. With real musicianship, raw energy, cinematic flair, and haunting vocals that cut straight to the soul, this band is setting the new standard for modern rock.

Stay tuned.
Support the movement.
And don’t miss a beat — because Veritas Lit is just getting started.

🗓 “Veins of Light” drops August 14, 2025
🗓 “Veins of Light – Alternative Version” follows on August 30, 2025
📺 Streaming and available soon on YouTube, iTunes, and all major platforms.

Watch this space for more Veritas Lit news.
Rock is back — and it’s louder than ever.