Poppy Ackroyd: Paper

A black and white ode to the typewriter, Poppy Ackroyd’s new video for “Paper” ensnares attention along with her mesmeric instrumentals. Regardless of how you classify Ackroyd (neo-classic and post-classic among the many options), this composition washes forward with waves of optimism. The track hails from Resolve, the musician and composer’s recently released and first full-length album.

serpentwithfeet: bless ur heart

Since serpentwithfeet’s 2016 debut EP blisters, we’ve been entirely beguiled by the Brooklyn-based artist. Today, the Baltimore-born singer (aka Josiah Wise) releases the first track from his upcoming debut LP soil, “bless ur heart.” Like much of serpentwithfeet’s previous music, it’s an enthralling and dramatic piece of R&B/gospel that surges to a stunning climax. The accompanying video is as bewitching as the song itself.

Sade: Flower of the Universe

Sade’s first new song in seven years, “Flower of the Universe” beautifully checks off all the singer’s signature components. It’s a smooth ballad with just the right amount of supporting orchestration; captivating from start to finish. The track, produced by No ID, will appear on the forthcoming “A Wrinkle in Time” soundtrack alongside work from other beloved, powerful vocalists.