We Will Kaleid – The Hurt

There is a certain tenderness / vulnerability to the vocals of this track. The lyrics talk about dysfunctional relationships and the tired loops of self-destruction. The mood and atmosphere of the music puts this melancholy vocal in the perfect frame. The production and textures are engrossing and evolving. Reminds me a bit of the deeper tracks from Little Dragon. We Will Kaleid are electronic pop duo Jasmina de Boer and Lukas Streich.

The Shadowboxers – I Can’t Stop Thinking About You

More of a synth ballad set against a Tropical backdrop. Vocals are warm and tinged with a bit of melancholy. The melody has a smooth build and then the bass drops for the pre chorus into the chorus to completely engulf the track with warm energy. The vocal melody in the chorus is well crafted and pulled me in further. The Shadowboxers are Scott Tyler, Matt Lipkins and Adam Hoffman.

Yaielle Golden – Last Night

When I first heard this track, I thought it was a track from Little Dragon. Little did I know that it was actually the work of 17 year old music producer, singer-songwriter Yaielle Golden from Little Rock, Arkansas. She has a smooth vocal which is intimate and fits the mood of the track perfectly. Her production chops are in full effect here as well. She produced a solid track and I personally hope she does more music in this laid back house style.