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Press play on this weeks NOTION NOW, the playlist featuring the newest tracks need to hear.
‘SOS (Sex on Sight)’ by Victoria Monét & USHER
NOTION cover star Victoria Monét teams up with the one and only Usher for a sultry new single ‘SOS (Sex on Sight)’, the first release from her forthcoming Jaguar II Deluxe. The track blends Victoria's signature wordplay with Usher's silky vocals, creating an R&B anthem capturing the power of and marking another milestone in the rising star’s Grammy-winning year.
‘Bending My Rules’ by FLO
FLO unveils their tender side with ‘Bending My Rules’, a soulful track from their upcoming debut album Access All Areas. The song captures the trio’s vulnerability as they navigate the complexities of love, balancing their fierce independence with romantic compromise. Singing ”But I'm nervous, I don't do this / With just anyone / But you're bendin' my rules”, FLO’s introspective lyrics mark a poignant shift in their evolving sound and show off their softer side with pride.
'Smoke' by JAEHYUN
Introducing 'Smoke,' the enigmatic R&B hip-hop track from JAEHYUN's highly anticipated debut solo album, J - The 1st Album. After selling millions of albums worldwide with his group and achieving three consecutive Top 5 spots on the Billboard 200, JAEHYUN has finally stepped into the spotlight with his own eight-track collection.
‘SLIDE’ by Doechii
A highlight of her new mixtape Alligator Bites Never Heal, Doechii’s ‘Slide’ showcases her dynamic flow and raw authenticity. Over a hard-hitting beat, the Tampa-born rapper weaves through genres with ease, delivering sharp bars and unforgettable hooks. Cementing her status as one of hip-hop’s most exciting emerging voices, Doechii’s new album is a must listen.
‘Tailor Swif’ by A$AP Rocky
Surprising us with a new one-off single today, A$AP Rocky drops the cinematic visuals for ‘Tailor Swif’. Directed by Vania Heymann and Gal Muggia, the video showcases Rocky's effortless cool against a powerful backdrop filmed in Kyiv, Ukraine. While not part of his upcoming Don’t Be Dumb album, this leak-turned-gift keeps us eagerly anticipating what’s the come.
‘Javelin’ by Rizzle Kicks
Everyone’s favourite playful pair Rizzle Kicks are back with ‘Javelin’, their first release in nine years. The track marks a mature yet vibrant evolution of their signature sound, blending jazzy R&B with catchy pop hooks. Produced by Swindle and Ant Whiting, it’s a refreshing, feel-good anthem, paving the way for their upcoming project that sees them “return to the pop music space sober, both in love and equipped with life lessons, self awareness and maturity they've built on separately, all the while retaining their sense of humour and humanity that always set them apart from other artists.”
‘THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE’ by Tommy Richman
Following on from his smash hit ‘MILLION DOLLAR BABY’, Tommy Richman’s introspective new single, ‘Thought You Were the One’, dives into the pain of lost love, teasing the depth and versatility of his upcoming debut album, Coyote. Set against a desert backdrop, the accompanying video highlights Tommy’s raw emotion, perfectly matching the melancholic tone of the song and taking us on a moving journey into his world.
‘Somebody Come Through’ by Wasia Project
Wasia Project, the sibling duo of Will Gao and Olivia Hardy, unveil ‘Somebody Come Through’ from their new EP Isotope. With Olivia's haunting vocals lamenting love's disruption over a staccato bass and frenetic Motorik rhythm, this soaring indie-pop track captures the bittersweet allure of unexpected connections.
'Day That I Died' by WOOSUNG
WOOSUNG’s ‘Day That I Died’ is a haunting exploration of love and loss, drenched in raw emotion. Best known as the vocalist and electric guitarist of South Korean band The Rose, the artist’s new single boasts evocative lyrics and shows off WOOSUNG’s signature vulnerability. A melancholic anthem, the track captures the profound emptiness left by lost love, solidifying his place as a compelling voice in contemporary music.
'Algorithm' by CHUNG HA
CHUNG HA’s new song pulses with electrifying energy, blending dance, house, and pop into a two-and-a-half-minute burst of sonic brilliance. ‘Algorithm’ embodies the South Korean pop singer, dancer and choreographer’s fearless artistry, driven by the expert production of Black Eyed Pilseung and Jeon Goon. ‘Algorithm’ is a testament to her ever-evolving sound and we can’t wait to see what she does next.