NEW SIGNINGS
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has partnered with a number of agencies to compile a monthly playlist of new music released by some of the new signings to their rosters. Among the 50 tracks on July’s playlist are submissions from the following acts, represented by Paradigm and CAA.
LYNKS AFRIKKA AGENT Adele Slater
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Paradigm
TAMERA
(UK)
AGENTS Rebecca Nichols &
Chris Ibbs CAA
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escribing Lynks Afrikka (aka Elliot Brett), Radio 1’s Jack Saunders states, “As far as I’m concerned, he’s the new hero of Bristol, and perhaps even this country,” suggesting the city should erect a statue of him. “He’s got a new EP out called Smash Hits Vol.1 and it is an exhilarating six tracks of pure madness – you will not find anything more fun or exciting to listen to right now than Lynks Afrikka. Obsessed – absolutely obsessed.” New track, How To Be Successful, is among Paradigm’s submissions on the latest IQ New Signings playlist.
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his May saw the release of R&B sensation Tamera’s third single, Flipside, which sees Tamera continue her exploration of life and love, digging into the down times. The single has received significant radio play, featuring on the playlist at Radio 1Xtra, on top of airtime on Radio 1, Capital Xtra & Kiss. Tamera is one of the UK’s most exciting and breath-taking new talents, with a sold-out debut performance supporting Joy Crookes for Annie Mac presents at Oslo in March, her music has been recognised across the board from i-D, PAPER, MILK, Nylon, Complex, Hunger, DJ Target, Giles Peterson and more.