Every week, Music News and Liberty Music look at the best new releases from emerging and self-releasing artists.
J Dynamic - ‘Hallelujah’ Minneapolis-based Christian hip-hop artist J Dynamic returns with ‘Hallelujah’, an uplifting anthem celebrating faith, joy, and the transformative power of God’s light. Blending dynamic beats with heartfelt lyricism, the track captures his effortless creative process, delivering an infectious and inspiring sound.
‘Stro Ifidon - ‘Divine Minds’ Western Canada’s rising hip-hop artist ‘Stro Ifidon returns with ‘Divine Minds’, a noir-tinged track exploring ego, identity, and the duality of human nature. Blending introspective lyricism with moody, hypnotic production, the song channels influences from J. Cole and Childish Gambino, delivering a balance of deep reflection and bold self-assurance.
DemiMa - ‘Let Love Be’ DemiMa enters 2025 with ‘Duality Pt 2 Peace’, a soothing and introspective EP led by the ethereal single ‘Let Love Be’, which blends meditative ambient soundscapes with soul-stirring vocals. Known for her fusion of electronic soul and ancestral energy, the Southwest London and Kwa-Zulu-raised artist continues to captivate, recently curating The Sanctuary at We Out Here Festival and opening for South African icon Thandiswa Mazwai at London’s Jazz Cafe.
J. Hasan - ‘Inside Out’ Multi-talented artist J. Hasan begins 2025 with ‘Inside Out’, a deeply personal pop-infused single exploring the complexities of mental health and the balance between darkness and hope. Known for his role as MJ in the West End’s MJ the Musical, the Bronx-raised performer blends nostalgic melodies with contemporary production, channeling influences from Justin Bieber, Khalid, and Jon Bellion to craft an evocative and uplifting musical journey.
X REVOLUTION - ‘VOW OF SILENCE’ Australian artist X Revolution returns with ‘Vow of Silence’ a rebellious fusion of hip-hop, rap rock, and industrial textures. Exploring themes of transformation and self-reinvention, the track thrives on tension and release, using layered drum loops, sampled synths, and moments of silence to signal a bold new chapter.
