We've Been Waiting for BenZel

Once in a blue moon I come across a new artist that I have a really hard time coming up with a comparison for. Tonight was one of those nights when I heard BenZel's new track Waiting featuring the vocals of Ben Abraham. For those of you who have no idea who BenZel is, they're a dynamic duo of Two Inch Punch (Ben Ash) and Benny Blanco. Even though they're not household names, I've featured productions by both over the years and, as a result, immediately got excited when I first heard they were going to make music together.

The closest characterization I have for the sound of the track is Love Trap or R&B flavored Trap. The chipmunk samples might remind you a bit of Keys N Krates, but it's such a cool blend of melodic vocals and heavy bass. It's not an easy task to make mellow music that packs intensity, but the two Ben's pulled it off with easy on Waiting.... I don't want to go overboard with praise, but you'd be hard pressed to find me another Indie electronic duo that I'm as excited about...#BenZel

BenZel feat Ben Abraham - Waiting......

"Don't You Know Your Secret's Safe With Me"

I'll be the first to admit, I'm captivated by Sam Smith. He's got an original, fresh sound that continues to remind me of Michael Buble. He isn't bashful about showing off his vocal range, but his talent goes far beyond his voice. He can craft a ballad with the best of them and with Two Inch Punch's help, he delivered the goods with his new one, Safe With Me.

There's a bubbly, redolent vibe that the song below gives off absolutely reeled me in. Still no word on when Sam's debut album is going to drop, but that's the least of my concerns as long as he keeps releasing these awesome singles. Between this one and Lay Me Down, he's two for two by my count. Keep it comin' Sam...#SafeWithMe

Sam Smith - Safe With Me (prod by Two Inch Punch)