Make Me Feel (Believing)’ is the new single from Danny G & the Major 7ths featuring an all-star cast of Irish hip-hop artists. Breezy Ideygoke, 0phelia and King Koko provide the verses. The track is a rework of the song ‘Believing’, reimagined by producer JusMe, using samples & audio stems of the original to create something entirely new.
‘Make Me Feel (Believing)’ balances the sleek sound of Danny G & the Major 7ths with biting hip hop superbly to create a catchy raw rendition for listeners to enjoy. Breezy Ideygoke, 0phelia and King Koko provide poignant verses to the track, each showcasing their remarkable talent while re-imagining the soul-infused ‘Believing’ through a swaggered new lens. Funky vibes create the track’s rhythmic backbone enhanced by warm bass, guitar grooves and clever raps that inject vigor into the song’s atmosphere. With a sweet echoed whistle feature and lush backing vocals, ‘Make Me Feel (Believing)’ is an exciting new tune that displays the immense talent of all the artists involved.
Dublin based neo-soul group Danny G & the Major 7ths have released their second album ‘The Lookout’. The album features 16 talented musicians and was mixed by Ken McCabe (Wolfhound Sound) as well as mastered for both vinyl & digital by Fergal Davis. The artwork used is from ‘Cityscrape 1’ by Irish artist Conor Gallagher.
Danny G & the Major 7ths’ ‘The Lookout’ is a smooth dose of retro soul, drizzled in R&B hues and lush pop tones. Exuding velvety vocals bathed in silken musicianship, each song is a wonderful easy listening experience to indulge in. Within the album the music is uncluttered and drifts on a light euphoric vibe, with soft embellishments on guitars and keys injecting sass and funk-fuelled moments to keep the album bouncing along.
Oozingstrutting guitar lines, foot tapping rhythms and soul drenched vocals ‘Believing ft. Grainne McCarthy’ showcases the band’s ability to surge swagger and sass into their music. The song is about the renewed optimism and almost spiritual belief in love, life and humanity that a new relationship can bring. With a surprising flute solo adorning the track Danny G & the Major 7ths display their fearless, rich and mature musicianship.
Filled with 70’s hues and R&B influences ‘The Lookout’ boasts a broader musical palette than the band’s debut ‘Love Joints’ and showcases an expansive wall of sound that is ethereal, laid back as well as groove infested. From South American percussive elements and jazz hues on trumpet and saxophone in ‘When It All Runs Out’ to the mood changer ‘Good Things Interlude’ the album is a luscious treat on the ears.
‘Good Things’ is an immaculately blended pop smoothie; sweet and creamy with zesty fruity elements on guitars keeping the track edgy while soft brass and keys melt into the honeyed melody. The track induces within the listener a state of dream-like bliss that is simply wonderful and difficult to shake off. Thick, juicy beats are full of hand clapping energy while the luscious harmonies and falsetto embellishments are the cherry on top of this delightful track – simply divine.
Like an opiate of lush melodies, tracks such as ‘Call Me’ cushions the listener’s ears in mellow supple retro-soul while ‘Little Rose’ skips and bounces with flutters of romance on keys. There is enough diversity on the album to keep you hanging from one song to the next.
One aspect of Danny G & the Major 7ths songcraft which is most intriguing is the deepening groove within each track as strutting rhythms, funky bass and guitar lines mangle beneath earthy flutes and emotive vocals. ‘Time The Healer ft. Fehdah & Zaska’ is a prime example of this and displays the band’s rich music and meticulous attention to detail – with a sun-kissed shredding solo and radiant vibes the track is a soothing yet energising gem.
‘The Lookout’ is an excellent demonstration of Danny G & the Major 7ths’ musical prowess. The album features a diverse range of genre’s which are blended into a tantalising collection of melodic mastery. The many musical nuances and exotic elements keep the listener engaged from start to finish and entice you to press the replay button again and again.
Danny G & the Major 7ths have released their new single ‘D.A.R.L.I.N.G.’ feat. Tolü Makay & Jamel Franklin with all proceeds on Bandcamp (Pay what you like) going to MASI. This song was written and recorded in isolation.
D.A.R.L.I.N.G. is a smooth slice of R&B soul. Rooted in a deep funky groove this sultry track drifts over a hip tantalizing beat while the elastic bass wriggles in the backdrop with a warm bounce. Tolü Makay’s vocals melt on top the velvety melody with soulful tones while Danny Groenland’s coos float through the slinky chorus. It’s a clean polished and steamy number filled with rich instrumentation. Lyrically the song evokes the complex feelings of love and longing that are both strained and strengthened by distance. Jazz-infused piano sprinkles a classy chilled tone over the sticky R&B pop elements while Jamel Franklin’s fluid raps roll into the tracks crescendo with an effortless ease. The entire track is a mellow night time schmooze presented with chic class and relaxed swagger.
About the track Danny said : “The genesis of this collaboration came from my group playing gigs with both Jamel and Tolü, I was already a huge fan of both artists. I had the song’s chorus and beat – it gave me an early 2000’s Neosoul vibe. Tolü and Jamel wrote their verses, the Major 7ths added their parts and the song came together really organically.”
The music video was recorded by friends of the artists and represents their different reactions on a video call to a loved one in isolation. See if you can spot some familiar faces* among the 50 people (and 1 cat). Stream it below
Bio: Danny G & The Major 7ths are a neo-soul group from Dublin, Ireland. ‘Time the Healer’ is the 3rd single from forthcoming album ‘The Lookout’. ”Say When’ and ‘Believing’ were both featured on RTÉ’s recommended playlist and were on rotation on WPPM 106.5 FM PHILADELPHIA – Reprezent 107.3FM London , 87.8 MHz Oz Urban Radio Perth, RTÉ Radio 1, 2FM and Today FM to name a few.The band is an all-star lineup ranging from 5 to 8 musicians including past or present members of Hozier, Loah, Fehdah, Mary Coughlan, Zaska, Ensemble Eriu, Manden Express, Selk, MixTapes from the Underground and LaGracia.
Track: ‘Time the Healer’ feat. Fehdah & Zaska
Why We Like It: It’s an intricately weaved and profound piece of musical beauty that hits all the right spots. With rich soul elements drifting elegantly over chic funk grooves and soft sprinkles of jazz it’s a classy flamboyant delight. The smooth vocals caress the creamy melody with an elegant suaveness while the snazzy guitar infectiously flash steamy vapor throughout this refined piece. The track unravels becoming more musically rich as it progresses. With lush harmonies and soft atmosphere this compelling gem is classy and velvety smooth with zesty wonderful twists within its sleek intricacies. Well crafted and clean ‘Time the Healer’ is the work of musical magicians.
About the track Danny said : “This song was written for a friend. When you go through a really tough time, the pain never really goes away, you never forget it. But time passes. One day you’ll wake up and it won’t hurt any more. You’ll come out the other side, wiser and stronger.”
Bio: We Three Kings are a no-nonsense three piece rock ’n’ roll band from Manchester. The band are an unpretentious live act with a massive, balls-out sound, recent singles ‘Give It To Me, GO!’ & ‘Do It’ have achieved widespread critical acclaim, including radio airplay on BBC Introducing, Planet Rock Radio and Amazing Radio
Track: Gasoline
Why We Like It: It’s a fiery brawny number brimming with the bulky blues infested rock ‘n’ roll We Three Kings do so well. With its catchy chorus, jagged rough riffs and pounding drums the band whack out another robust assault that wrestles your ears into submission. With a shredding solo and infectious groove its one locked and loaded pistol ready for the mania of a live show.
Bio: The Suncharms are a Sheffield based indie/shoegaze band originally active between 1989-1993. After releasing a retrospective CD compilation on Cloudberry Records the band reunited and released a 7″ single on Slumberland Records in 2018
Track: Monster Club
Why We Like It: It’s a woozy dreamy number encased in subtle eerie undertones as the band create a chilling summer tropical jam. With warm guitar jingles, hazy melodies, haunting vintage organs and creepy creaking sounds its a wonderful paradox. The shoegaze tones glide and subtly drift about the track while the laid back atmosphere consumes your ears in marshmallow soft delight as the band lure you into their mysterious haunting soundscape.
Bio: Little Blue Thula are an alt-folk duo from Hull. Forming over a year ago, playing almost 80 shows (of which some include supporting signed artists) and a full length album recorded, the band are fast becoming one of the most productive bands on the circuit.
Track: I Could Never Understand
Why We Like It: This gentle sweet track flows effortlessly on Little Blue Thula’s passionate and meaningful musicianship. Soft emotive vocals drape delicately over the sweet melancholic melody while the lush harmonies and warm guitar accompaniment create a dreamy supple atmosphere. These guys have a refined ability to create deeply compelling tracks that hit you in the chest with emotion and tenderness – ‘I Could Never Understand’ follows this trend beautifully.
Watch the video for ‘I Could Never Understand’ below
Saltwater Sun
Genre: Indie Rock
Bio: Following on from the release of critically acclaimed EP The Great Deceiver earlier this year, Saltwater Sun kick-start the next phase with their new single ‘Mouthbreather’. Admired across the BBC Radio 1 and 6 Music airwaves (Annie Mac, Jack Saunders, Huw Stephens), the childhood friends have spent the majority of summer on the festival circuit (Isle Of Wight, Latitude and Truck) alongside notching impressive support slots with US alt-rockers Jimmy Eat World and fellow indie risers The Amazons and Another Sky.
Track: Mouthbreather
Why We Like It: It’s a dark tense indie track that flurries around blistering grunge as the band create a whirling wall of sound filled with fury and dizzying angst while the pop smeared melody creates a catchy element to their blistering instrumental backdrop. With sharp guitars, strident bass lines and a psychedelic hued soundscape Saltwater Sun craft their infectious indie into a smothering sinister track that is utterly outstanding. The explosive backdrop creates an exhilarating atmosphere as Jen Stearnes’ vocals coo through the ominous, shivering verses and soar with luring power and rasp filled texture for the chorus. It’s another outstanding track from this exciting band.
About the single frontwoman Jen Stearnes explained: “Mouthbreather is a monumental rant about the myriad people who get on Saltwater Sun’s collective last nerve. Loud chewers, bad drivers and mansplainers–the list goes on! Sure, we could be the bigger people and rise above, but where’s the fun in that?”
Bio: Named after Bowie’s ’80s classic, Ireland’s modernlove. have rapidly become one of indie-pop’s brightest and most talked about new bands. Debut single ‘Us’ and follow up ‘Bop’ have quickly amassed over 250K streams on Spotify and featured on editorial playlists such as New Music Friday UK, Fresh Finds and The Pop List. ‘Bop’ was also featured in a recent episode of the Channel 4 series ‘Made in Chelsea’ and picked up national radio support in the UK and Ireland. With a recent support slot for Good Cop Bad Cop (Arctic Monkeys’ Matt Helders new band) under their belt, they’ve been announced to support Larkins in The Academy on November 25th, and a headline show in The Soundhouse in spring
Track: Liquorice
Why We Like It: modernlove. present a lush juicy slice of indie pop saturated in shimmering glossy synths and mouth watering melodies that are sure to leave you craving for more. With rich rhythms shaking, pulsing and shimmying through tutti frutti guitar jingles and intricate bass lines the band create a tasty number sure to charm the hearts and minds of all who hear it. It’s a passionate track with dynamic emotive vocals that venture effortlessly into sweet falsetto heights and warm depths. The band whack out brisk lyrics that will tie your tongue in knots while the adrenaline induced through their 80’s dipped wall of sound will take you back to your youthful heart racing days. With The 1975- esque influence, bittersweet melody and vibrant soundscape these guys are ones to keep an eye on.
About the track the band said : “Liquorice is a song about naive teenage infatuation set against a dizzying backdrop of alcohol and substance fueled nightlife”
