Al Jarreau: We’re In This Love Together

Beginning his musical career in the jazz world, Al Jarreau was a formidable artist who proved himself to be able to span pop and R&B—with elements of Latin, gospel, soul and more. Sadly Jarreau passed away yesterday, but leaves behind a beautiful body of work. His best-known song, “We’re in This Love Together” was released in 1981 (on his fifth studio record Breakin’ Away) and …

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A retro-tinged tune by Lion Babe, new video by Stormzy and more in our weekly round-up

Lion Babe feat. Moe Moks: Rockets Lion Babe (aka Jillian Hervey and Lucas Goodman) have teamed up with Moe Moks in order to add some Caribbean vibes to their cruise-y, ’70s-tinged tune “Rockets.” With lyrics that name check Chaka Khan, Cleopatra, NASA and more, the song is heavy on the flute riffs and glittery, jazzy percussion. This is the first track from their upcoming EP, …

Stormzy: Big For Your Boots

British grime/hip-hop artist Stormzy has just released a much-anticipated track from his upcoming album Gang Signs & Prayer, set for release later this month. The song, “Big For Your Boots” is full of the 23-year-old’s clever wordplay and references everything from Moncler to Adele and Amy Winehouse—all over a gyrating and addictive beat. The accompanying video sees Stormzy hanging out at various London spots with …