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New music from a jazz supergroup, 19-year-old Mahalia, Mount Kimbie, Mr Jukes and more

Mahalia: Sober Produced by Maths Time Joy, “Sober” is Leicester-born, Birmingham-based singer/songwriter Mahalia’s most recent release and it’s beautifully sleek and fluid. A little more R&B and boom-bap than her previous releases, it’s a smooth and sultry track—despite it being about a relationship gone wrong. Just 19 years old, Mahalia has already released an impressive body of work, and will be embarking on a UK/Euro …

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New music by Four Tet, Johan + Vic Mensa; Kesha makes her triumphant return and more in this week's music

Kesha: Praying Her first single in nearly five years, “Praying” marks a glorious return for Kesha. The ballad highlights, first and foremost, the singer’s dynamic, powerful vocals (sometimes only with light piano accompaniment). This is a beautiful demonstration of a talent that’s finally broken free. Jonas kerlund directed the colorful, oftentimes surreal music videomuch of it shot at Salvation Mountain. Altogether, it’s refreshing to have …

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A moving ballad, a delightful debut, and plenty of sass in this week's musical round-up

Princess Nokia: G.O.A.T. Princess Nokia’s brand new video for the Wally West-produced “G.O.A.T.” sees her rolling around the city in a bright red Polaris Slingshot three-wheeler. The NYC-based artist references her individuality and self-assurance throughout the cruise-y tune, while also mentioning Clueless and MySpace. “Ain’t no average bitch, I been the man, I been the GOAT,” she rhymes in her effortless and familiar flow. Moses …