Every week, Music News and Liberty Music look at the best new releases from emerging and self-releasing artists.
Jon Le Vert - ‘renaissance’ Alternative hip-hop artist Jon Le Vert unveils ‘wish u well’, an album blending hip-hop, emo alt-rock, and electronic elements into a deeply introspective sonic journey. Featuring the standout single ‘renaissance’, the project marks Jon’s true artistic debut, crafted over two years of nomadic living and dedicated experimentation, resulting in a fresh and emotionally resonant sound.
M.T Roads - ‘Hold Onto’ LA singer-songwriter and producer M.T. Roads, the musical project of Mike Rubsamen, delivers ‘Hold Onto’, a cinematic electronic pop track that blends indie and experimental influences. Born from a Moog-driven beat and layered with piano and synths, the song explores nostalgia, memory, and deep emotional reflection, marking a new chapter in M.T. Roads’ evolving sonic landscape.
Patrick Staniforth - ‘Green House’ Patrick Staniforth unveils ‘Green House’, the final track completing his much-anticipated EP ‘PIECES Pt.1’. Blending indie-folk with experimental pop, the song’s minimalist yet immersive arrangement highlights Staniforth’s rich vocals and poignant storytelling, drawing inspiration from U2, R.E.M., and Fleet Foxes while exploring themes of introspection and human connection.
Marcus Skeen - ‘Papers’ Marcus Skeen returns with new single ‘Papers’, a sultry fusion of electronic R&B and pop that explores the tension between desire and escapism. Inspired by the metaphor of an office romance, the self-produced track captures the allure of distraction amid chaos, blending sleek production with Skeen’s signature storytelling.
Luwidakid - ‘True Colors’ Luwidakid returns with ‘True Colors’, an electrifying fusion of Afrobeats and hip-hop that embodies his signature "afro-jig" sound. Born in Cameroon and raised in Northern Virginia, the Pittsburgh-based artist infuses infectious rhythms, sharp lyricism, and global influences into this ultimate party anthem, inspired by a beat that sparked his creativity last summer.
