Hello from tmrw.

We’re back again, here to turn the spotlight on the rising talent that’s been on our radar as of late. At tmrw, we’re always looking for fresh new sounds, and we take pride in spotting the next big act ahead of the curve. Here are five standout tracks from across genres and across the globe.

Scott Bentley – "Fool Becomes a Rose"

Folk/R&B

This is just a great song. Simple as that.

“Fool Becomes a Rose” tows the line between folk and country in the best way. The track possesses a solid arrangement and great mixing. It’s masterfully played, and Scott has an amazing voice. Scott clearly knows what he’s doing. It's got all the key elements of a good song wrapped into one beautifully expressive retro Americana song.

Ivanna Melay, Reallydoe – "Tell It"

Hip hop/Rap

If you take a look at the shades these guys are wearing on this single’s cover, you can almost see the coolness of the song reflecting back at you. It's got trap textures, and some Iggy Azalea swag mixed with some Lorde-like sparseness.

When Reallydoe chimes in with some great bars, it just makes it that much better. His and Ivanna’s voices perfectly mesh. The song’s catchy, and it leaves me wanting more. 

Sara Diana – "all up in my head"

Pop/Rock

This song is super Lady Gaga in the best way. Sara has a uniquely brassy and showy voice. It's tastefully theatrical without entering the realm of musical theater as a genre. It's really cool.

There’s a gaudy 80s flair in the intro that draws you in, but it appeals to the modern synth pop enjoyer as well, dropping into that sound around 1:15. It’s a relatable song, talking about dreaming up a version of a person that doesn’t exist.

Chris Rafter – "New Years Eve"

Folk/Country

This song is the perfect blend of folk and vintage country. It’s pure magic. And it’s full of clever lines, like: "When every bar looks like a Carhartt Outlet / Put a flannel over your T-shirt, you'll be fine."

Chris has a cinematically rustic voice, and his storytelling prowess is really something. The guitar bridge is lovely, and the lyrics leave you wanting to know more about the story in this song.

Flávio Vasconcelos – "Estátua de Sal"

Folk Jazz

Brazilian musician Flávio Vasconcelos really hit the nail on the head with this. When the drums and horns hit in the first track, I was immediately sold.

The masterful blending of instruments in this track boasts of the talent of the composer. You can tell Flávio’s been doing this for a while, and he does it well. I wish I spoke Portuguese so I could know what the song is truly about, but from translating it, it seems to have a deeper message about faith and fortune, all tied into the biblical story of the pillar of salt.