New Music Report: Expert Picks - Week of August 21st

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There has been a lot of great new music released over the last few weeks. You can find out what was released this weekend in our New Music Report, but take a look at what we've been listening to lately. Our editors Nicole, James, and Isha have shared some of their Expert Picks for the week. Check it out below.

Nicole's Picks:

Sam Feldt featuring AKON - "Yes"

More like YAASSSSSS. This song is such a great one as we are nearing the close of the summer season. The tropical beat will take you back to the beginning of the season, or transport you to a beach, or vacation, or all of the above. For his newest single, producer/DJ Sam Feldt teams up with the one and only AKON, and this duo couldn't fit more perfectly together. The song is all about body language. AKON sings "So you don't have to say words to me/No, you don't have to say/Your body's tellin' me yes, tellin' me yes."

DVBSS featuring Cisco Adler - "Cozee"

As the summer is coming to a close, it's almost cuffing season. Electronic music duo DVBBS must know this, because for their latest single, "Cozee," they got quite funky in the studio with Grammy-nominated record producer Cisco Adler, a song all about .. well .. getting cozy cozee with that special someone. The chorus kicks off with "Let's get cozy/get to know me," while in the pre-chorus he sings, "Till' then we can get cozee/Anything you want, you'll never be lonely/Wrap you in my arms I'll be your only."

Follow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleMastr0

James' Picks:

Aly & AJ - "Take Me"

It's not easy to be an Aly & AJ fan, but the wait is always worth it. After tossing aside their alter-ego Violet78, the former Disney darings return with a nostalgic song, which hits on everything Carly Rae Jepsen's EMOTION set out to be. It's tinged with all those '80s vibes and hears the pair offer bold lyrics, where they challenge their lovers to step up to the plate.

Petit Biscuit & Møme featuring Isaac Delusion - "Gravitation"

After the release of his debut EP, Sunset Lover, Petit Biscuit returns with a stunning collaboration alongside fellow French producer Møme and Isaac Delusion. What's even better about the team-up is that it's the result of Petit's friendship with the French producer. "'Gravitation' is the fruit of my friendship with Møme developed since the beginning of our projects," Petit Biscuit said. "We share a lot of artistic references and a certain philosophy of life. This track is the fusion of our two artistic worlds and was composed between our travels and shows in many countries."

Follow James on Twitter: @newyorkinstinct

Isha's Picks:

Dave East – "Kairi Speaks" 

Dave East released his much-anticipated Paranoia: A True Story EP on Friday (Aug. 18). The project has a total of 13 hot tracks on it, but there was a very special one that stuck out to us. On “Kairi Speaks,” fans of East hear the proud papa speaking to his adorable baby girl. She repeatedly says “dada” and “bebe” and it’s TOO cute for words. All true East fans know just how much he loves his daughter. So, hearing her on the project made our hearts melt.

Luke James - "Drip"

Luke James has gifted us with his first single of 2017. Entitled “Drip,” this new song is incredibly sensual and silky. But, what else would you expect from the super talented R&B recording artist? He produced it along with City High alum Ryan Toby, Zshakira Gray and Anthony Clemons. James also released the music video for the song, and it sort of reminds us of D'angelo’s “How Does It Feel” video…but with a twist. In James’ visual, you see multiples of him, as he sings into the camera. You can’t see James’ eyes, only his soft lips and upper body. It’s a treat, for sure. 

Follow Isha on Twitter: @IshaThorpe

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