CURIOUS FOR MUSIC: FRESH HITS (23.05.25)

Bringing you music that you should be curious about!

Stephan Folkes ‘Somebody Out There’

Stephan Folkes delivers a gripping, genre-bending experience with "Somebody Out There," a track that merges eerie storytelling with soulful, emotionally raw vocals. Inspired by a real-life paranormal event, the song’s chilling narrative is brought to life through moody production and cinematic instrumentation, showcasing Stephan’s ability to turn fear and mystery into compelling art. It’s a bold statement from an artist unafraid to blur the lines between genres and push creative boundaries.

Jake Exavier – ‘Just What U Like’

There’s a calm confidence in Jake Exavier’s latest single, ‘Just What U Like’ — and it’s utterly infectious. Blending the sensual finesse of early 2000s R&B with a modern-day polish, the Zachary, Louisiana native channels the likes of Usher and The Weeknd while firmly standing in his own lane. Anchored by a velvet-smooth production from Rochad Holiday and Curtis “Sauce” Wilson, the track leans into Exavier’s strengths: heartfelt songwriting, glossy vocals, and an irresistible hook. His lyrical plea — “Got what you want and just what you need” — feels less like a boast and more like a promise. At a time when R&B is reasserting its cultural weight, Jake Exavier reminds us that romance, groove, and genuine talent are still a winning formula.

Dailla ‘Garden’

Add this to your late-night walks & soft feelings playlist immediately. Dailla’s “Garden” is dreamy, vulnerable, and dripping in delicate metaphors that’ll have you falling in love with the idea of love all over again. It’s not just a song—it’s a whole vibe, a floral fantasy for anyone who’s ever nurtured a crush like it was a tiny houseplant.

The fin. ‘Nebula’

The fin.'s “Nebula” is what happens when hesitation gets a groove and hope wears vintage sunglasses. It’s smooth, soulful, and sounds like the golden hour in audio form. Between the silky sax solo and the wistful vocals, it’s basically a warm hug wrapped in flute flourishes and existential optimism. Prepare to feel things—and maybe text your feelings to someone too late at night.

Maya Unagi ‘Stumbling’

There’s a quiet grace in the way “Stumbling” unfolds, like morning light sifting through sheer curtains—soft, steady, unbothered by urgency. Maya Unagi doesn’t sing to be heard; she sings to hold. In the hush between chords, forgiveness grows its roots. This is not background music—it is background healing.