Aaron Taylor: Jaded

London-based Aaron Taylor is super-smooth and slick on his new track, “Jaded.” Taylor not only oozes vocal soul, he also wrote, produced and played keys for the song. Part cautionary tale, the lyrics focus on staying authentic and hopeful in the cut-throat entertainment industry. With a laid-back vibe and rich, layered production, Taylor wears his soul, R&B and funk inspirations on his sleeve, all the …

Chromeo feat. The-Dream: Bedroom Calling

Canadian duo Chromeo (aka David “Dave 1” Macklovitch and Patrick “P-Thugg” Gemayel) has teamed up with The-Dream (aka Terius Nash) for “Bedroom Calling.” Unmistakably Chromeo, the track is three minutes of ’80s-influenced electro-pop that’s heavy on the disco. The-Dream and Chromeo have long demonstrated an extreme fondness for synths and ’80s pop. This song finds the perfect coupling, with each exchanging verses over the upbeat, …

James Blake: If The Car Beside You Moves Ahead

James Blake has just released a new track—his first in two years. In “If the Car Beside You Moves Ahead,” Blake chops and distorts his voice while supported by minimal synths and a metronome-esque beat. Returning to his earlier, glitchy and manipulated style (circa his CMYK EP from 2010) this song is dark and beguiling.