Melanie Fiona - L.O.V.E. (Feat. John Legend) x Running (Feat. NaS)

'L.O.V.E.' & 'Running' are my two favourite tracks from Melanie Fiona's highly anticipated sophmore album 'The MF Life', which sees the Canadian songstress hook up with R&B superstar John Legend and Hip-Hop legend NaS. Dropping March 20th - very good album.

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Shakka - Live @ We Play Music

After making quite a name for himself following a number of exceptional covers, UK Hip-Hop/Soul artist Shakka took the stage @ the Queen At Hoxton last month to perform three tracks of original material. Genuinely one of the most exciting talents in the UK music scene at the minute - can't wait for a debut album - he reminds me a lot of Slakah The Beatchild.

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Mr. Kid - Brighton Up My Day (Video)

'Brighton Up My Day' is the new single from artist/producer Eddie Kid. The track draws on influences from Kid's diverse musical influences, including Jazz, Soul, Hip-Hop & Pop, to create a wonderfully uplifting jam that you will no doubt be singing along to after a couple of listens. Production is so refreshing.

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Lana Del Rey - Blue Jeans (RAC Remix)

American-based Electronic group RAC come through with a smashing Disco-infused remix of the new single from Lana Del Rey. This will be the third to be lifted from her debut album 'Born To Die', and will be available on April 8th with other remixes from D/R/U/G/S, Blood Orange & Kris Menace.

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Josh Osho - The Manifesto EP

'The Manifesto' is the highly anticipated freEP from the exceptionally talented Josh Osho. 2011 was a big year for the young singer/songwriter, who signed to Island Records and released his debut single 'Redemption Days', which featured the legendary Ghostface Killah. However, having recently finished performing on this year's MOBO Tour and with the level of the quality on this EP, it's guaranteed to be an even bigger and better 12 months for South London-born Soul man. Download your copy HERE, and follow him on Twitter HERE. 'Puppy Love' is brilliant...

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Slakah The Beatchild - Wanna Do

'Wanna Do' is the first track to leak from Slakah The Beatchild's forthcoming project 'Soul Movement Vol. 2', which is set for release later this year. The Toronto-born Singer/Rapper/Producer is without doubt one of the most talented men in music, and never fails to provide the world with incredibly beautiful and soulful material. Love this.

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Lester Clayton - Mama Cries (Live @ The Borderline, London)

'Mama Cries' is a brand new track from Reggae/Folk singer Lester Clayton, which was premiered at his sold out Borderline gig in London on Thursday night. Lester explains what the track is about before he gets into it, so hit the jump and enjoy. Nothing but love for this guy's music.

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The Notorious B.I.G x KOF - Child Of The Juicy (DJ Lyke Blend)

Taken from DJ Lyke's 'Biggies Blend' EP, here is a lovely edit of his classic 'Juicy', which seemlessly goes alongside KOF's brilliant debut single 'Child Of The Ghetto'. What a great way to pay tribute to one of the greatest to ever do it. Check out the full EP HERE (Biggie on 'Rack City' >).

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Michael Kiwanuka - Bones x Rest

Michael Kiwanuka is a man who shot into the spotlight earlier this year after becoming BBC's Sound of 2012 winner. Along with signing to Polydor Records and supporting Adele on tour in 2011, it's been a rather exciting 12 months for the young singer/songwriter, but March 12th is a day when life becomes even more exciting, with his highly anticipated debut album 'Home Again' set for release. We've had the pleasure of hearing a few cuts from the album recently, but the Guardian today uploaded a full album stream, and these are my two favourite tracks after a couple of listens. The comparisons to Otis Redding and Bill Withers are very worthy - this kid is special. Pre-order HERE.

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Recloose - Feels Like Magic (Feat. B. Slade)

Featuring the wonderful B. Slade, here is a brand new single from Recloose, which is the latest release on Rush Hour Recordings. There isn't much to say about this, apart from it might be my favourite track of 2012 so far (definitely my favourite House track). Listen below, and support HERE. Stunning.

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