Slum Village: Yes

Detroit-based collective Slum Village made their 12-track album Yes available to stream in its entirety this week. Featuring artists like Bilal, Black Milk, BJ the Chicago Kid and hip-hop royalty De La Soul, the record credits the late, great Jay Dee (a one-time SV member) as a producer on every track—and the sound is nothing if not Dilla. With hints of jazz, soul and plenty …

Nao: Golden

London-based neo-soul singer Nao (pronounced Na-yo) has a sensual, delicate voice that shows its richness and edge when the tempo picks up. “Golden,” off of her now available February 15 EP, is a quick-paced track that shows off Nao’s upper register vocals, lyrical quips and musical versatility. A fresh fusion of R&B and dance music.

Flo Morrissey: If You Can’t Love This All Goes Away

London-based singer/songwriter Flo Morrissey may just be 20 years old, but her stirring vocals evoke a maturity and elegance unusual for such a newcomer. Her ballad “If You Can’t Love This All Goes Away” follows a simple piano line down a rabbit hole of swirling strings and haze. Morrissey’s debut full-length releases this July—and for those interested in seeing how the song has evolved over …