Almost a year to the day we first introduced a burgeoning young artist by the name of Javeon McCarthy. Signed to London based cult label PMR (home to Jessie Ware, Julio Bashmore, Two Inch Punch), he quickly affirmed himself as an artist ready to create something new, while maintaining an impossible-to-ignore connection to the golden era of R&B.

His first two singles ‘Love Without a Heart’ (prod. by Julio Bashmore) and ‘Lost Time’ (prod. by Craze & Hoax) were both shining examples of his stylistic ethos and both displayed his talents as a singer. Then last month he dropped ‘Precious’ and together with producer Two Inch Punch basically shamed any attempts made by superstar R&B artists (no names) at reviving authentic, genuine, passionate R&B. ‘Precious’ established an exciting connection between McCarthy and TIP – both clearly brought out the best in each other. Vocally – Javeon was on some entirely next wave too.

With the single due out on June 4th, and an EP to follow shortly after – Javeon and PMR have released a live performance of the track – flmed at one of London’s most beloved record store basements.

A little pre cursor to the weekend dance floor flavours. After talks, rumours and whispers around the raves of a supposed collaboration, the two have collided. Interesting mix of minimal tinned, clashes and murky trip hop beats, from the Glaswegian and Montreal’s Lunice. The 5 track EP TNGHT is to follow July 24th and their first ever live show come 21st June at Village Underground Bugg’n.

With the release of his critically acclaimed mixtape LiveLoveA$AP last year and the (subsequent) signing of his multi-million dollar record contract, A$AP Rocky stopped by the Red Bull Studios London to exclusively perform some tracks for our Rehearsal Rooms series.

Up first is ‘Pretty Flacko’, a song produced by SpaceGhostPurrp and one that is symbolic of the wave A$AP is ushering in with his movement. Watch that Pretty Mother’fu*ker do his thing up top…

Best watched in 720p or higher.

Back with his stirring, passionate voice that moves souls, Bobby Womack reveals the title track from his forthcoming album of the same name.

Tender strings begin drawing us in unison with every bow, as Womack loosens his raspy vocal on us. As the punctuated electronics come in, you can hear Damon Albarn and XL label top dog, Richard Russell producer influences that fit perfectly. With encouraging, yet heartfelt lyrics that are distributed evenly over the subtle peppered ivories, we are left with lasting hope that this album will be something special indeed.

Enigmatic U.S rapper Danny Brownteams up with London’s Darq E Freaker for an utterly mind altering collaboration. ‘Blueberry (Pills & Cocaine)’ is a genre bending insanity which confidently places itself at the forefront of a movement that’s been brewing here for quite some time.

With Freaker’s quintessentially British influences amalgamated with the Bass heavy trill of U.S Trap, he’s opened up the flood gates for something entirely fresh – British Trap. Combine this with Danny’s unmistakable flow and tripped out lyrics – what you’re left with is an exciting marker for a new wave of what’s about to blow the f*ck up.

Watch as Darq E and his gang of models descend into lunacy as they navigate through London Town.

As an added bonus, enjoy remixes of ‘Blueberry’ from Star Slinger, Morri$, Pelican Fly All Stars and Sinden & 5kinandbone5 – here.

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Taken off their new EP You Know You Like It (out now), ‘Just a Touch’ is a colourful slice R&B-Pop which showcases the Alunageorge ideology superbly. Touches of nostalgia coated in synthy new wave – top notch production and vocal from this very cool, very exciting duo. Listen/download below…

Their name and brand of future 2-Step-synth-Pop is on the rise and with each new release, their reputation solidifies a little more. ‘Boiling’ is a tantalizing new single featuring a soulful lead from Sinead Harnett, taken off the duo’s new EP The Face, due out June 4th.

This one should set off your Monday nicely enough…