Bringing you a pick of the month’s best releases, Maria Hanlon presents 10 tunes that hit her decks – and got a reload – in September. Starring Last Nubian, Tiffany Quinn, RIA, Blue Lab Beats, Meron T, Barney Artist, Joshua Baraka, RUBII, JGrrey, Amie Blu, Mom Tudie & Smokey Bubblin’ B…
Last Nubian
Ring the Alarm
CoOp Presents
For fans of… Sticky Dub, Footshooter, Shy One
Why listen… Last Nubian shows us why he’s one to watch with the heavyweight acid bruk cut, ‘Ring The Alarm’.
South London’s Tre Wright has been making waves with a sound that moves between house, bruk, soul and hip hop, all shaped by the UK club music he grew up on – from grime and garage to reggae. His releases and standout DJ sets have cemented him as a rising talent in the underground. Alongside his solo projects he also plays with Ships of the Pharaohs and has taken his sound to venues and festivals like We Out Here. Now making his CoOp Presents debut, Wright drops heavy bruk drums, a sharp vocal hook and creeping 303 acid with his latest release.
Tiffany Quinn
Show Me Love
Plastik People Digital
For fans of… Marc Cotterell, Garrett David, Grant Nelson
Why listen… Tiffany Quinn serves up a beautiful slice of garage house with ‘Show Me Love’.
London-based DJ and producer Tiffany Quinn blends funky house, garage, disco, electronica, techno and Amapiano in her high-energy, dynamic sets. She’s also carving out a name as a producer, with her latest track ‘Show Me Love’ on Plastik People, complete with a Marc Cottrell mix. The release leans into soulful garage-house – warm, emotive and deeply danceable, with atmospheric production that elevates her vocals. Intimate yet built for the dancefloor, it’s a track that captures both sides at once. Buy HERE.
RIA, Blue Lab Beats
Fallin’
Blue Adventure Records
For fans of… Joe Armon-Jones, Oscar Jerome, Victoria Port
Why listen… RIA teams up with Blue Lab Beats to create her beautiful debut single, ‘Fallin’.
RIA marks her debut release with a standout collaboration with jazztronica duo Blue Lab Beats. The track is about falling out of love with someone but still ‘calling’ on them, holding onto hope that it isn’t completely over. Blue Lab Beats say on socials, “We had so much fun producing this beautiful song, the moment we heard RIA’s voice we knew we had to collaborate with her, trust us when we say you’ll be hearing her name more and more next year”. With this release setting the tone, RIA is definitely one to watch!
Meron T
stormy weather
Meron T/Ditto Music
For fans of… Safiyyah, BINA., Loie
Why listen… Meron T’s returns with her distinctive voice and vibe with ‘stormy weather’.
‘Stormy weather’ from Meron T’s ‘Palindrome’ project blends smooth, emotive vocals with minimalist production to evoke a mood of longing. ‘Palidrome’ is Meron’s first project in six years, marking a complete rebirth in sound and spirit, shaped by years of setbacks and rediscovery. The track is atmospheric, allowing space for Meron T’s stunning vocals to shine through. Speaking about the project on her socials, Meron T says it’s “A voyage of self-discovery and empowerment, wrestling with the relentless grip of the subconscious.”
Barney Artist, Joshua Baraka
Nightbus
They Don’t Know
For fans of… Loyle Carner, Jordan Rakei, Tom Misch
Why listen… Barney Artist joins forces with Joshua Baraka on a smooth, after-hours track full of depth and atmosphere.
‘Nightbus’ is Barney Artist’s nocturnal new single, released as part of his ‘They Changed When I Did’ project and featuring Joshua Baraka. The track sees Barney weaving his introspective lyricism and smooth flows over a moody, nocturnal beat, while Joshua Baraka adds contrast and depth with his emotive verse. The seamless collaboration conjures up an atmospheric and thought-prokoking track that you won’t want to stop playing. Barney Artist shares on socials, “I’ve always wanted to make a song like this.”
RUBII
Forgive & Forget
RUBII
For fans of… JGrrey, ENNY, IAMDDB
Why listen… RUBII is back with the sharp and unforgettable ‘Forgive & Forget’.
Birmingham-born alt-R&B singer RUBII is back on the scene with the powerful ‘Forgive & Forget’. The track blends cinematic storytelling with sultry vocals and delves into the themes of betrayal and revenge. Its minimalist production, crafted by Teo, provides a haunting backdrop that complements RUBII’s emotive delivery. This release showcases RUBII’s ability to merge emotional depth with compelling visuals, marking her as an artist to watch. Make sure to check out the brilliant music video too.
JGrrey
septemberr daze pt. 2
PACE
For fans of… Nao, Cleo Sol, Erykah Badu
Why listen… JGrrey is back, blessing us with the dreamy ‘septemberr daze pt. 2’.
JGrrey returns with ‘septemberr daze pt. 2’, her first new single in two years. It’s a fresh, intimate reimagining of her 2015 SoundCloud song ‘September Days’. On this track, she combines gentle neo-soul instrumentation with her signature spoken-word melodies, delivering a performance that feels both nostalgic and forward looking. Produced by Maths Time Joy (known for work with Mahalia, Nao, and Kevin Garrett), the single shows JGrrey embracing growth while honoring her roots.
Amie Blu
falling to pieces
Universal Music
For fans of… Snoh Aalegra, H.E.R., Kehlani
Why listen… Amie Blu shares an emotional gem with ‘falling to pieces’.
Amie Blu (a former Flames Collective member) is back with the emotional ‘falling to pieces’, a deeply personal track from her upcoming project ‘when all is said and done’. Produced by Humble the Great, the song captures the feelings of heartbreak with tender vocals layered over minimalist, atmospheric instrumentation. ‘falling to pieces’ showcases Amie Blu’s ability to blend modern R&B with honest lyrics, offering listeners a moment of emotional relection. Make sure to check out the rest of the project and music video.
Mom Tudie
Daylight Dreaming
Lordship Loft Recordings
For fans of… Alfa Mist, Sampha, FKJ
Why listen… Mom Tudie offers up the mellow, laid-back, ‘Daylight Dreaming’.
‘Daylight Dreaming’, Mom Tudie’s fourth single from his upcoming album, rides a percussive groove and dynamic bassline, with his signature trumpet melodies weaving effortlessly throughout. The track radiates warmth and optimism, inviting listeners to pause and appreciate the brighter moments in life. With a Jazz Cafe headline show on November 29th and a new live set, it looks like this is going to be a very exciting end to the year for Mom Tudie.
Smokey Bubblin’ B
Out The Speaker
ATW Records
For fans of… Interplanetary Criminal, MJ Cole, Dennis Ferrer
Why listen… This one’s a must-listen for the House and UKG fans.
Smokey Bubblin’ B’s latest track, ‘Out The Speaker’, is a high-energy house anthem that showcases his signature blend of UKG energy and deep house grooves. Released as part of his EP ATW030 on ATW Records, the track has quickly become a standout in his catalog. The track’s polished production and infectious energy have made it a favourite among fans and DJs alike.
Words: Maria Hanlon @mariahanlon Listen to The Voices Breakfast Show with Maria Hanlon every Friday 9-11am on voicesradio.co.uk.
