Santogold

Okay so maybe Rolling Stone was talking about Santogold in the Fall, but even then they couldn't really articulate what Santogold was about and where they were heading. There isn't a simple way of describing what we have here. Is it retro sounding? Is it funky? New Wave? I can't really put my finger on it, but whatever it is, it's good. Santogold is a girl who spreads her carefree vocals over great backing tracks produced by, well, a boy. The vocals effortlessly sway from 80's rock chick to present day rap star. Santogold make sure the vocals match the mood of the overall sound. The pieces all fit. So with their upcoming appearance on Conan O'Brien, and the release of their album next week, you will be hearing about Santogold all over the place.

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Hot Track(s): LES Artistes
Kind of Like: M.I.A. goes 80's.

PREDICTION:
A top 40 hit in the U.K. and an album that charts on the Billboard album chart.

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MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/santogold
Website: N/A
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9JI0GXkARQ

thecocknbullkid

I have not been this excited about a new find in a while. Hands down thecocknbullkid is my new favourite. Thecocknbullkid, aka Anita Blay, is a 22 year old singer, songwriter, producer who can only be described as magic. Her sound is current and unlike anything out there. She has found how to balance all elements of her music, a funky soulful feel, electronic noise, and a voice that morphs to fit the feel of the piece being sung. I am sure that thecocknbullkid will be the next big thing. With a number of solid pop tunes under her belt, I can't wait to hear what comes next from thecocknbullkid. This girl is a talent to follow.

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Hot Track(s): On My Own, Sinners Clip, Attention, Matters of the Heart
Kind of Like: Roisin Murphy meets M.I.A.

PREDICTION:
A top 10 hit in the U.K. and success in North American dance clubs.

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MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/thecocknbullkid
Website: N/A
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPEWRIgCiCg

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