New music and podcasts surged every streaming platform giving us Valentine’s day vibes this week. The climax of my week was introducing you to the newest sounds and episodes from your favorite independent creatives.
I know skipping to the next best song or episode on your playlist can get annoying with the overflow of new content. So relax, I’ve got your back. Here’s the rundown on what you may have missed.
Top 5 New Releases This Week
Needing something to hype you up before a night out?
Papi K released his new EP, Winning Streak, on Valentine’s day. A collaborative effort from USIC‘s team of producers, engineers and rappers including; Quan Dot, Von Graves, Jay Mills, DJ Lee and more.

Elijah Banks dropped one of his most iconic songs, “4 AM”. The song contains hoots and hollers that are surprisingly sexy and soulful.
Chillin’ inside with bae is my kind of weekend- if we’re not traveling. This song fits the vibe perfectly!

Music Video of the week
Set in the parking lot of one of Columbus, Ohio’s notorious food truck locations, Papi K and his crew filmed the video for the only single on the new Winning Streak EP, “WINK“.
video: @will_fairbanks
Podcasts
- Von Graves talks about his new album, Heaven In Earthly Places releasing Feb. 17, and Columbus, Ohio’s music culture on The Awakened Soul Podcast with the host, Haize.
Stream The Awakened Soul Podcast here
- Elijah Banks talks new song “4 AM“, upcoming shows and so much more on The Awakened Soul Podcast with Haize.