Bump It or Dump it, Vol.59

Strong Bump – A hit. I really like it. Rewind worthy. Unquestionable Smash Hit. Extremely rewind-worthy and one of the better records out currently. Next to no flaws to pick out, something that you'll be supporting/playing daily. Something you predict will be a Top-15 Hit or higher.

Weak Bump – It’s listenable. Something you have to be in the mood to listen to. Not Bad. A Good Moderate Hit. Quality & above average; has more positives than negatives. Might need to grow on you/others, but could catch on. Not a clear smash hit, but something you'd genuinely want people to check out, so you’ll be supporting/playing it occasionally. Something you predict will be a Top-50 hit.

Weak Dump – Don’t really like it. Might like parts of it but not the whole composition. Could grow on you. Underwhelming. Sup-Par Record. Not bad, but definitely missing the mark somewhere. More negatives than positives. Listenable, as you might like some parts but not the whole composition. You don’t hate it and could understand it’s buzz, but you know you won’t be supporting/playing it much. Something you predict that won’t be on airwaves very long or have much replay value.

Strong Dump – Get rid of it. Absolutely don’t like it. Garbage. Hate It.

Complete Trash. A record you absolutely hate and has next to no positives at all. Garbage, and a waste of your time; that you’d want to warn people away from. Something that you’re sure you’ll never be supporting/playing ever; and predict that it’ll fail commercially.

Simple rules:

As we do every week, I'll give you the Top-9 new singles officially sent to Urban-format radio stations, that are either beginning to chart right now or expected to chart soon. In exchange, you can have & listen to them, and personally comment below, stating if you would *Bump It* or *Dump It* for each record and why... [Strong Bump, Weak Bump, Weak Dump, or Strong Dump]

"FAKING IT" (Calvin Harris f/ Kehlani & Lil Yachty),

Debuting #42 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club + Urban formats 10/17/17;

via Fly Eye/Columbia.

[beginning w/ 791 + 482 Daily US Spins].  – This will definitely catch on. You’ll hear this in heavy rotation on radio and its perfect for the club too. It’s catchy, it has angry energy, and it had a danceable track. I’m not sure if it’ll be top of the charts but a respectable position is almost assured – Weak Bump

"NEW" (Daya),

Debuting #44 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club + Urban formats 10/20/17;

via ArtBeatz/Sony.

[beginning w/ 467 Daily US Spins]. – Not sure why it was sent to urban formats, It’d fit better with pop formats. I’m not sure if it’ll crossover, however. It’ll definitely get play in rhythmic/ club. Its pretty decent, but nothing about makes me love it or hate it. It’s listenable, but not a must hear.  – Weak Dump

"REGGAETON LENTO RMX" (CNCO f/ Little Mix),

Debuting #49 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club + Urban formats 10/19/17;

via Sony Music Latin.

[beginning w/ 383 Daily US Spins]. – It has a crossover potential, it has more good parts than bad parts. I can see this on radio and in the club. I can see a few urban formats checking for it, but this definitely should have also been sent to pop formats. The hook is selling point, it has a predictable and simple pattern, it’s high energy and it’s easy to sing and dance along to. Weak Bump

"1942 FLOWS" (Meek Mill),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/22/17;

via Maybach/Atlantic.

[beginning w/ 296 + 76 Daily US Spins]. – It's pretty good, its one of the best songs on the album. Because it’s Meek, it may get some radio play, but it’s not really a typical radio formatted song, but that makes it stand out. It’s not really a club friendly recording, the hook is not very singable or easy to remember, but the flow and the break away from the standard 16 bars and hook are the selling point. – Weak Bump

"GUCCI GANG" (Lil Pump),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/19/17;

via The Lights Global/Warner Bros.

[beginning w/ 225 Daily US Spins]. -  Horrible. Its dumbed down, it’s simple, unorganized, random and not creative. This is a waste of studio time. The production is not bad, the lyrics or lack thereof, or even the attempt of was horrible.  – Strong Dump

"TODAY'S A GOOD DAY" (Hardo f/ Wiz Khalifa),

Shipped to Urban formats 10/13/17;

via Trap Illustrated/Sony.

[beginning w/ 97 Daily US Spins]. – Its kind of cliché, predictable, and underwhelming. It doesn’t really stand out or break any new ground, there are a bunch of songs just like it out so it’ll probably get lost in the shuffle. – Weak Dump

"ADD TO ME" (Ledisi),

Shipped to Adult Contemp/R&B formats 10/17/17;

via Verse/Universal.

[beginning w/ 59 Daily US Spins]. – The content is good, it’s mature subject matter and skillfully crafted, but the production leaves more to be desired. Should play well with adult contemporary but I’m not sure it’ll crossover to more popular formats. – Weak Bump

"ILL NANA" (DRAM f/ Trippie Redd),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/22/17;

via Atlantic/EMPIRE Dist.

[beginning w/ 57 Daily US Spins]. – Its weird, the production style is good for the club. I can’t see it crossing over real big, but its perfect for the club, it has a big sound, it’s a kind of fun record, and it fits in the modern trend. – Weak Bump

"DESERVE" (Kris Wu f/ Travis Scott),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/17/17;

via Ace Unit/J.C.G.K.

[beginning w/ 42 + 34 Daily US Spins].  – It’s a very similar sounding beat. It’s good for the club, I can’t see it crossing over real big, but it’ll get some mid-level spins. It has a full sound, the traditional layout of the song will help it get radio play also. It’s modern and trendy – Weak Bump

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It‘s an average week for new singles, most have a chance to get some play but nothing that I think will completely take over the charts, our hearts, and minds for the next few months.

If you want to download these for yourself click the link, judge them for yourself and let me know rather you would bum or this week's new singles? Leave your comments and let me know if I got it right or wrong.

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Bump It or Dump It, Vol. 58

Strong Bump – A hit. I really like it. Rewind worthy. Unquestionable Smash Hit. Extremely rewind-worthy and one of the better records out currently. Next to no flaws to pick out, something that you'll be supporting/playing daily. Something you predict will be a Top-15 Hit or higher.

Weak Bump – It’s listenable. Something you have to be in the mood to listen to. Not Bad. A Good Moderate Hit. Quality & above average; has more positives than negatives. Might need to grow on you/others, but could catch on. Not a clear smash hit, but something you'd genuinely want people to check out, so you’ll be supporting/playing it occasionally. Something you predict will be a Top-50 hit.

Weak Dump – Don’t really like it. Might like parts of it but not the whole composition. Could grow on you. Underwhelming. Sup-Par Record. Not bad, but definitely missing the mark somewhere. More negatives than positives. Listenable, as you might like some parts but not the whole composition. You don’t hate it and could understand it’s buzz, but you know you won’t be supporting/playing it much. Something you predict that won’t be on airwaves very long or have much replay value.

Strong Dump – Get rid of it. Absolutely don’t like it. Garbage. Hate It.

Complete Trash. A record you absolutely hate and has next to no positives at all. Garbage, and a waste of your time; that you’d want to warn people away from. Something that you’re sure you’ll never be supporting/playing ever; and predict that it’ll fail commercially.

Simple rules:

As we do every week, I'll give you the Top-9 new singles officially sent to Urban-format radio stations, that are either beginning to chart right now or expected to chart soon. In exchange, you can have & listen to them, and personally comment below, stating if you would *Bump It* or *Dump It* for each record and why... [Strong Bump, Weak Bump, Weak Dump, or Strong Dump]

"TOO MUCH TO ASK" (Niall Horan),

Debuting #39 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club formats;

+ Adult Contemp./R&B formats 10/15/17;

via Capitol.

[beginning w/ 1,023 Daily US Spins]. ( frowned up face) It is not horrible, but it’s definitely a single that should have been shipped to urban radio stations. I could possibly understand pop, but I can’t see how this would fit in in a club setting either. I’m not a fan. – Strong Dump

"JUICE" (Yo Gotti),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/12/17;

via CMG/Roc Nation/Epic.

[beginning w/ 376 + 106 Daily US Spins]. – It’s boring, too simple and beneath Yo Gotti’s potential. I could see it in the club, and getting a few spins. It mixes well, but it doesn’t stand out. – Weak Dump

"DIAMOND" (Izzy Bizu),

Shipped to Adult Contemp./R&B + Urban formats 10/09/17;

via Epic.

[beginning w/ 198 Daily US Spins]. – It has a nice little groove to it. Will definitely work on adult contemporary, probably a morning or mid-day jam more so than an evening to late night jam. On more general radio stations I’m not sure if it’ll pick up major steam, it ‘s not the type of music or subject matter that appeals to younger less specialized audiences. – Weak Bump

"JOCELYN FLORES" (XxxTentacion),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/01/17;

via Bad Vibes 4Ever/EMPIRE Dist.

[beginning w/ 167 Daily US Spins]. – It’s actually really nice. It has a few issues that will probably affect its potential radio play. The subject matter, the profanity, and the length ( it’s short and sweet like an interlude). I like It, I just can’t see it getting major support – Weak Bump

"ALWAYS" (A1 f/ Chris Brown & Ty Dolla $ign),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/11/17;

via WAV Media.

[beginning w/ 141 Daily US Spins]. -  Its ok, it’s not bad. But it left me feeling indifferent, it didn’t move me one way or the other. It doesn’t stand out, it doesn’t seem new. The format and subject matter have been done to death. I can’t see it being a major player, maybe it gets a little buzz and a few spins here and there. – Weak Bump

"PUT ME ON SOMETHIN'" (P-Lo f/ E-40),

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club + Urban formats 9/27/17;

via P-Lo Pub./EMPIRE Dist.

[beginning 87 + 79 Daily US Spins]. – I can see this playing in the club more so than the radio. This seems more like a local or regional record than a national record. I don’t expect it to crossover or blow up, it doesn’t sound like a single. – weak dump

"I FALL APART" (Post Malone),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/17/17;

via Republic.

[beginning w/ 68 + 81 Daily US Spins]. – Doesn’t work for me. I honestly can't imagine this is in the club, so I can’t understand sending it to club formats. It also leaves me kind of numb. It doesn’t seem like a single – Weak Dump

"BRICK" (Trouble f/ Skippa Da Flippa),

Shipped to Urban formats 8/30/17;

via Duck Tape Ent/2Tru Ent.

[beginning w/ 74 Daily US Spins]. – It’s a good song for the club, it just emits the soundtrack of low lights, neon or fluorescent lights, smoke and maybe a pole. It doesn’t sound like a big radio single, but it can get a few spins. It's definitely mixable with the current trends. It’s a very simple lyrics and hooks for people to sing along too, but the feature verse is the star and savior of the show. – Weak Bump

"REVENGE" (Pink f/ Eminem),

Shipped to Pop + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/13/17;

via RCA Records. – It underwhelms from the beginning starting with the beat selection. I expect better musically from both Pink and Em. The subject matter is right down both of their alleys, and I expected something epic from two people of their calibers. This came off kind of corny. – Weak Dump

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It‘s a pretty dismal week for new singles, we’ll see what happens. 

If you want to download these for yourself click the link, judge them for yourself and let me know rather you would bum or this week's new singles? Leave your comments and let me know if I got it right or wrong. 

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Bump It Or Dump It, 57

Strong Bump – A hit. I really like it. Rewind worthy. Unquestionable Smash Hit. Extremely rewind-worthy and one of the better records out currently. Next to no flaws to pick out, something that you'll be supporting/playing daily. Something you predict will be a Top-15 Hit or higher.

Weak Bump – It’s listenable. Something you have to be in the mood to listen to. Not Bad. A Good Moderate Hit. Quality & above average; has more positives than negatives. Might need to grow on you/others, but could catch on. Not a clear smash hit, but something you'd genuinely want people to check out, so you’ll be supporting/playing it occasionally. Something you predict will be a Top-50 hit.

Weak Dump – Don’t really like it. Might like parts of it but not the whole composition. Could grow on you. Underwhelming. Sup-Par Record. Not bad, but definitely missing the mark somewhere. More negatives than positives. Listenable, as you might like some parts but not the whole composition. You don’t hate it and could understand it’s buzz, but you know you won’t be supporting/playing it much. Something you predict that won’t be on airwaves very long or have much replay value.

Strong Dump – Get rid of it. Absolutely don’t like it. Garbage. Hate It.

Complete Trash. A record you absolutely hate and has next to no positives at all. Garbage, and a waste of your time; that you’d want to warn people away from. Something that you’re sure you’ll never be supporting/playing ever; and predict that it’ll fail commercially.

Simple rules:

As we do every week, I'll give you the Top-9 new singles officially sent to Urban-format radio stations, that are either beginning to chart right now or expected to chart soon. In exchange, you can have & listen to them, and personally comment below, stating if you would *Bump It* or *Dump It* for each record and why... [Strong Bump, Weak Bump, Weak Dump, or Strong Dump]

"HOW LONG" (Charlie Puth),

Debuting #44 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club + Urban formats 10/5/17;

via Atlantic [beginning w/ 627 + 88 Daily US Spins].  – I dig this is kind of jamming. I feel like its too groovy for urban formats, it would have probably been smarter to send this Adult Contemporary. It’s too dance-oriented, but not necessarily turn up oriented, which is what popular radio kind of looks for and promotes, so it’s going to have an uphill climb for the crossover. But it’s repeat-worthy and feels good, so I can see this being played midday, early in the afternoon. It’s solid. – Weak Bump

"THE WAY LIFE GOES" (Lil Uzi Vert),

Debuting #49 on Urban formats;

+ Debuting #50 on Rhythmic/Club formats;

+ Shipped to Pop formats 10/4/17;

via GenNow/Atlantic [484 + 402 Daily US Spins]. – I can definitely see it playing on the radio, especially on rhythmic/club formats and pop formats. It’s different but somehow fits in with what’s going on at urban stations. The beat is both driving and slightly body rock worthy and annoying at the same time. Just for the fact that it stands out, I can see it getting some occasional burn and making a nice little climb. All in all, however, I dislike it more than I like it and probably wouldn’t listen to it or recommend it, but I don’t absolutely hate it. – Weak Dump

"GOOD OLD DAYS" (Macklemore f/ Kesha),

Debuting #46 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club + Urban;

+ Adult Contemp./R&B formats 10/9/17;

via Bendo/ADA [beginning w/ 590 + 94 Daily US Spins]. – The production is alluring. This is a big tune. It has a lot of potential. It’s positive, it's soulful, its different in a good way, and it has that emotional tug. I expect to hear this heavy on television, and possibly in movies. It’s one of those songs that can set up or end a scene, think season finale or a montage for an award show. – Strong Bump

"SWAY" (NexXthursday f/ Quavo & Lil Yachty),

Currently #46 on Urban formats;

+ Shipped Rhythmic/Club formats 10/3/17;

via Quality Control/Capitol [565 Daily US Spins].  – The strong part of the recording is the production. The subject matter, lack of originality and delivery leave more to be desired. However it’s perfect for radio and the club, it's mixable, yet it stands out. This can go either way since there’s so much trap music out it could get easily get forgotten or shoot straight to the top. The winner here is definitely the producer and anyone that claims to only listen to the beat. – Weak Bump

"SILENCE" (Marshmello f/ Khalid),

Shipped to Pop + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/2/17;

via RCA Records [375 + 101 Daily US Spins].  – This has potential to crossover into urban markets. It’s definitely head nod worthy. It's feel good, positive and inspirational, and it has a victorious vibe in the production. Expect to hear this played at sports events, on tv, this will also be used for some montages. It’s a nice little tune. It can be played anytime of day, id suspect mostly mornings, it’s good inspiration, but I don’t expect it to take over radio or video. – Weak Bump

"MAKE 10" (LouGotCash),

Shipped to Urban + Rhythmic/Club formats 10/3/17;

via Gwinin Ent. [192 Daily US Spins]. – Ok, the production and the delivery are the selling points, even though the lyrics are simple and the subject matter and rhyme scheme are somewhat predictable, it sounds professional. It sounds like work was put into it. It stands out, it’s mixable; so it works any time of day and in the club. It’s kind of hot, listenable – Weak Bump

"ORGANIC" (Stokley),

Debuting #47 on Adult Contemp./R&B formats;

via Concord/Universal [70 Daily US Spins]. -  Definitely, something for older more traditional R&B fans to appreciate. You can play it anytime, but it’ll probably get its most burn late afternoon to evening to set up the late-night grooves. I don’t see it crossing over, it’ll probably stay in its lane. – Weak Bump

"REMEMBER U" (Melanie Fiona),

Currently #49 on Adult Contemp./R&B formats;

via Title 9 Prod./BMG [67 Daily US Spins]. – Strong production and strong performance. This may have a slight chance of some crossover. Id think any radio station that plays Jhene Aiko or Keisha Cole should look into introducing into their line up. It’s not a huge hit but, it will definitely be appreciated by traditional R&B format audiences. – Weak Bump

"MEAN DEMEANOR" (Run The Jewels),

Shipped to Urban formats 10/9/17;

via RTJ Inc./RED Dist. – A strong thumping production lead single. Since the beat seems to be the focal point and the delivery is a sped up flow, this has a major shot. This can fit in with a lot of what’s on the radio. It could even be played in the club. – Weak Bump

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It‘s a pretty decent week for new singles, a lot of potential, we’ll see what happens. 

If you want to download these for yourself click the link, judge them for yourself and let me know rather you would bum or this week's new singles?

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Bump It or Dump It, 56

Strong Bump – A hit. I really like it. Rewind worthy. Unquestionable Smash Hit. Extremely rewind-worthy and one of the better records out currently. Next to no flaws to pick out, something that you'll be supporting/playing daily. Something you predict will be a Top-15 Hit or higher.

Weak Bump – It’s listenable. Something you have to be in the mood to listen to. Not Bad. A Good Moderate Hit. Quality & above average; has more positives than negatives. Might need to grow on you/others, but could catch on. Not a clear smash hit, but something you'd genuinely want people to check out, so you’ll be supporting/playing it occasionally. Something you predict will be a Top-50 hit.

Weak Dump – Don’t really like it. Might like parts of it but not the whole composition. Could grow on you. Underwhelming. Sup-Par Record. Not bad, but definitely missing the mark somewhere. More negatives than positives. Listenable, as you might like some parts but not the whole composition. You don’t hate it and could understand it’s buzz, but you know you won’t be supporting/playing it much. Something you predict that won’t be on airwaves very long or have much replay value.

Strong Dump – Get rid of it. Absolutely don’t like it. Garbage. Hate It.

Complete Trash. A record you absolutely hate and has next to no positives at all. Garbage, and a waste of your time; that you’d want to warn people away from. Something that you’re sure you’ll never be supporting/playing ever; and predict that it’ll fail commercially.

Simple rules:

As we do every week, I'll give you the Top-9 new singles officially sent to Urban-format radio stations, that are either beginning to chart right now or expected to chart soon. In exchange, you can have & listen to them, and personally comment below, stating if you would *Bump It* or *Dump It* for each record and why... [Strong Bump, Weak Bump, Weak Dump, or Strong Dump]

DUSK TILL DAWN" (Zayn f/ Sia),

Debuting #45 on Pop formats;

Shipped to Rhythmic/Club & Urban formats 9/29/17;

via RCA Records

[beginning w/ 615 Daily US Spins]. – I can easily see this used on tv or in a movie because it's very dramatic sounding.  I honestly don’t  see it in the club, I can’t imagine trying to dance or vibe to it. I don’t see it as a radio hit either, it’s more of an album cut I suppose. I'm unsure when you would play this. Maybe should have picked another single. – Weak Dump

"MISS IT" (Yung Bleu),

Debuting #47 on Urban formats;

via B.A.M.S./Columbia

[beginning w/ 560 Daily US Spins]. – This one went downhill almost instantly. It's too unoriginal to stand out, it’s just like everything before it and it’s expected and predictable. It’s a typical trap and B ( trap and R&B combo) record; a heavy unoriginal reliance on autotune, a bass heavy track, and lyrical that are sung but delivered like a rap verse. The track could be better if the bass was turned down, it’s unnecessary to have that music bass, the piano lead was good enough. If the artist sang in a more distinctive way, instead of sounding like Future, and the lyrics could be written and delivered better. All in all the beat is the winner. I could see this playing on the radio or in the club; it’s simple, mixable, it can be sung along to, and most people only pay attention to hooks and punchlines so it’ll fly. – Weak Dump

"BETTER OFF ALONE" (Ayo & Teo),

Shipped to Urban & Rhythmic/Club formats 9/20/17;

via Zone 4/Columbia

[beginning w/ 193 Daily US Spins]. -  It’s too simple for me; think two levels above Kids Bop and one level above Kriss Kross. It lacks originality, complexity and doesn’t stand out. It relies too heavily on autotune. The beat is the winner and it’s what makes it accessible or tolerable. I can sadly see this being in the club or on the radio because of it’s mixable, simple to sing along to and the beat provides a convenient distraction. – Weak Dump

"INCAPABLE" (Keyshia Cole),

Currently #36 on Adult Contemp/R&B formats;

Shipped to Urban formats 9/20/17;

via Epic/Sony

[176 Daily US Spins]. – This is going to have a long fight for radio placement. It’s not bad, but not great, its very much middle of the road; both in terms of Keshia Cole’s previous works and what’s on the radio. It could stick around for a while but I don’t see it as a definitive smash hit. – Weak Bump

"MY DAWG" (Lil Baby),

Shipped to Urban formats 9/17/17;

via Quality Control/Caroline Dist.

[beginning w/ 173 Daily US Spins]. – Other than the beat this is a waste of studio time. It doesn’t sound professionally done, it sounds like a local or regional act. I expect that someone will do something with that beat and make the producer a star.  – Strong Dump

"SONG GOES OFF" (Trey Songz),

Debuting #49 on Adult Contemp./R&B formats;

Shipped to Urban formats 9/27/17;

via Songbook/Atlantic

beginning w/ 102 Daily US Spins]. – I can definitely see this getting some radio play.  It has a distinct sound and doesn’t sound like anything else on the radio, so even as a change of pace it’s good for radio, but I’m not sure how much or high it will rise. It’s moderate but it’s not hit that Trey needs to get back to the top of the charts. You can listen to it, you can like it but it's not something you will have on constant repeat. – Weak Bump

"TERRIFIED" (Childish Gambino),

Shipped to Adult Contemp & Urban formats 9/28/17;

via Glassnote/Universal

[91 Daily US Spins]. – It’s different. It’s jamming, it has an old school feel and it’s seasonal. It’s perfectly mixable for a Halloween mix, it has a spooky airy sound. This is 50/50 it could rise rapidly, because it’s good, and it’s different, or it could be too different and never given a chance. I really like it and would recommend it, it stands out against what’s currently out. - Strong Bump

"WOOSAH" (Mike Classic),

Shipped to Urban formats 9/24/17;

via Bread Winners Inc.

[beginning w/ 87 Daily Spins].  -  This is kind of jamming. It’s in that  Hip-hop-n- B ( Hip Hop and R&B combo) vein ala Trey Songz or Chris Brown. Mike Classic actually sounds like Trey Songz a little bit on this one. The beat is good, the singing is good, the delivery is good. There’s not a lot to complain about, it just doesn’t have smash hit written all over it. – Weak Bump

"FRIENDS" (Hustle Gang),

Shipped to Urban formats 9/25/17;

via Grand Hustle/Warner Bros.

[beginning w/ 84 Daily US Spins]. – It’s a good song but I can’t really see it as a radio hit. I could see it as, mixtape, club and underground hit. Everything about it is pretty good but the hook is kind of unappealing, it’s easy to sing along but it doesn’t compel you to join along. – Weak Bump

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It‘s an interesting week for new singles, a lot of potential, we’ll see what happens.  

If you want to download these for yourself click the link, judge them for yourself and let me know rather you would bum or this week's new singles?

@slin_k_polymath on Twitter/ Instagram