Sun-soaked and immediate, this week’s summer picks are all about the warmth, rhythm, and emotional openness. I know it’s early, but here’s the best bops to prep for summer ☀️
Kwame Ultimate – Say I Luv U
Kwame Ultimate delivers a vibrant, sunlit pop track that blends reggae and Afrobeats into a feel-good celebration of love and connection
Say I Luv U rides in on a laid-back groove, shaped by rhythmic percussion and warm melodic hooks that give it an easy, uplifting flow. The production is crisp, it all feels expansive and carefree. Honestly, it’s a joyful reminder of the importance of connection in difficult times we’re having.
Kwame Ultimate is an independent artist rooted in reggae and dancehall traditions, and this release sees him expand into Afrobeats-influenced territory with confidence. Centred on expressing love openly and in the moment, it captures a universal message with a global sound. It’s genuinely great.
Eshan Agarwal – That One’s On Me
Eshan Agarwal serves up a stunning melodic pop moment with introspection and vulnerability at its heart
That One’s On Me moves in with clarity. Serving up soft, melodic layers and unfolding with a sense of genuine craft. It’s the best kind of pop rock, with a late-evening road trip atmosphere. So it’s no surprise that this one is picking up a lot of traction on Spotify, and we’re 100% glad to see it.
Eshan Agarwal is a New York-based singer-songwriter whose work blends pop with influences from jazz, R&B and theatre, and this release highlights his thoughtful approach to storytelling. Exploring accountability and self-discovery, it offers a grounded, relatable perspective. Essential stuff, more of this please Eshan.