FRIDAY DINGERS - 25.07.25

Olivier Cheuwa - ‘Special Love’

Olivier Cheuwa returns with his radiant new EP ‘Lovely Day’, a six-track blend of Afrobeat, soul, and uplifting spirit that highlights his smooth vocals and global appeal. Featuring a vibrant reinterpretation of Bill Withers’ classic and standout original ‘Special Love’, the project celebrates joy, gratitude, and Cheuwa’s continued musical evolution.

Paul Roland - ‘Tortured By The Daughter Of Fu Manchu’

Cult icon Paul Roland returns with a reissue of his fan-favourite album ‘Bates Motel’, led by the electrifying new single ‘Tortured by the Daughter of Fu Manchu’. Blending psych-rock theatrics with British eccentricity, the track captures Roland’s signature mix of macabre storytelling and mod swagger, reaffirming his legacy as the “Godfather of Steampunk.”

Don’t Tell John - ‘I’m Done’

Bay Area blues-rock outfit Don’t Tell John return with ‘I’m Done’, a blistering breakup anthem that transforms heartache into empowerment. Led by powerhouse vocalist Veronica Larkin, the family band blends searing guitar work, soulful grit, and unshakable chemistry into a track that feels both timeless and fiercely alive.

Shawn Tuck - ‘Been A Vibe’

Shawn Tuck returns with ‘Been A Vibe’, a sleek R&B-laced hip-hop single celebrating growth, love, and self-assurance. Layering melodic flows over smooth, textured production, the Twin Falls-based artist reflects on his rise from struggle to success, crediting the woman who stood by him through it all.

Gordy Murphy - ‘Leather Cigarette’

Boston alt-rock auteur Gordy Murphy returns with ‘Leather Cigarette’, a slow-burning, cinematic track exploring the thrill and unease of a life lived on the edge. Pulled from his acclaimed debut album ‘Memory’s Edge’, the single blends psychedelic textures and poetic lyricism into a moody meditation on temptation and restraint.