February begins under the best auspices. With many albums in preparation and auditory appetizers of all kinds, the musical news of this start of the year does not stop. From Justin Bieber to Marina Kaye via The Weeknd, Le Figaro has selected five talented artists who have returned to the forefront and with complementary styles.
● Intentions of Justin Bieber and Quavo
If the superstar has never been unanimous, we must listen to his musical evolution. Increasingly interesting, as Intentions proves. If Quavo's speaking time is estimated at 20 seconds, his influence on the melody and the rhythm of the song, between pop and rap, is immediately felt. This title, as its clip shows, aims to support Alexandria House, a transit residence for women and children who are moving from emergency shelter to economic stability and permanent housing. A committed and ancient engaging song.
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● React of the Pussycat Dolls
They hadn't released anything since 2009. Nicole Scherzinger, Jessica Sutta, Kimberly Wyatt, Carmit Bachor and Ashley Roberts are making a comeback with React . The Pussycat Dolls had announced their return with a fanfare at the end of 2019 before a remarkable performance on the scene of X-Factor in England where they have the opportunity to replay their biggest titles as well as a preview of React . This last creation remains in the feminist and sexy theme of the group but this time borrows a less aggressive rhythm. The title, without revolutionizing the genre, can be savored like a tangy candy.
● Physical by Dua Lipa
Different atmosphere at Dua Lipa, one of the major pop artists for five years. Pending his next album Future Nostalgia , the artist unveils a third title after Don't Start Now and Future Nostalgia . Physical is like a roller coaster. The title varies its tempo and yet seems to be constantly accelerating. The rhythm imposed from the first seconds does not deceive, it perfectly transcribes biting and eroticizing words at will. If Physical marks above all by his music, his clip is also a colorful wonder mixing special effects and animation. Sensual pleasure for the eyes and ears.
● The Weeknd's Blinding Lights
No doubt this is its strength: The Weeknd is constantly renewed. After his latest albums Starboy and My Dear Melancholia , mostly focused on a slow and dreamlike style, the artist returned with the title Heartless , more incisive. The Weeknd succeeds in taking it up a notch with its Blinding Lights suite . Four minutes at high speed. A race against the clock in which he brilliantly mixes melodies from the 80s and an electro style of the great evenings. Blinding Lights is not only catchy, it creates an epileptic and enjoyable atmosphere. Brilliant.
● The Whole 9 by Marina Kaye
The only Frenchwoman in this selection, Marina Kaye unveils The Whole 9 , the second title from her next album. After a sweet and melodic Twisted , this new song is in line with its discography. Rather airy and powerful. The Whole 9 explores, as usual, its world of darkness and melancholy through an enticing and devilishly efficient tempo.
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