Explore 13 brand new songs right here at ROQ Charlotte. A jewel in the rBeatz crown, this great station presents vintage tunes, classic tracks, and fresh rock sounds from all corners of the world. ROQ Charlotte is a tribute to Charlotte’s original FM rock station, but now it’s online and available for everyone to enjoy.
The ROQ Charlotte Watchlist is hosted by the one-and-only Greazy Keyz, presenting live from the rBeatz VIP suite. From low-fi bedroom jams to high-energy productions and old-time gems, these 13 amazing tracks are your soundtrack to 2025.
Chantelle Palm — Goodbye
From the heart of South Africa comes the wonderful Chantelle Palm. Her new single “Goodbye” is a heartfelt number about embracing change and finding strength in closure. On this beautiful track, soulful melodies move slowly with a sense of purpose, and powerful lyrics capture the raw emotion of letting go.
Mr. Nic — Find Your Peace
This track by Mr. Nic blends British indie with African gospel to great effect. With amazing production from Michael Holcroft and a fabulous gospel choir, this song bends and bows your emotional strings. “Find Your Peace” has an emotional depth that’s absent from most modern music, and it’s sure to leave you feeling inspired.
LCN! — Lovers in Space
“Lovers in Space” is a beautiful indie pop track with a relaxed sense of flow. Inspired equally by noughties mumble rap and ’90s shoegaze, LNC! delivers a wonderful moment in an understated package. This song is about intimate relationships and how the right people can truly make your life shine.
Robby Adams — Ecstasy Hotline
This fusion rock piece from Robby Adams is the title track from his latest album. Adams produced this song himself, creating an eclectic sonic blend of R&B, funk, bossa nova, and rock ‘n’ roll. Through whispered vocals and bassline funk, “Ecstasy Hotline” borrows musical elements from the past as it tries to energize the future.
Molly Moore — Jameson
Molly Moore releases another passionate song with straight-shooting lyrics and energetic sounds. “Jameson” starts off like a ’90s grunge anthem, before Molly Moore introduces her soulful vocal timbre and psychedelic pop styling. This track is produced by Larzz Principato and Josh Murty, two upcoming studio technicians to look out for. While it’s fundamentally a pop song with an electro heart, “Jameson” is energized by an alt-rock soul and restless creative spirit.
Miss Krystle — Say To Me (Ashby Remix)
On this track, Miss Krystle’s powerful vocals play against rhythmic loops and emotional strings. This song has a hypnotic quality, with the artist’s soaring vocals brought to life by Ashby’s mesmerizing cinematic sounds. If you like the bones of this track, “Say To Me” has also been remixed by bLiNd, WRATH, Dystopian 84, Dan Gusto, and many other artists.
Mr. Mota — Hot Box
Mr. Mota’s latest release, “Hot Box,” is a relaxed reggae track with a stoner rock soul. This song was produced by Grammy winner Mariano Aponte, who worked with the band at InnerCat Studios in Miami. “Hot Box” features a warm and friendly sound, with Mr. Mota blending island vibes with heartfelt Texan storytelling.
Phat Waffle — Choose Myself
If you like fun-filled grooves delivered with energy and funk, “Choose Myself” might be your next favorite song. Phat Waffle comes from Charlotte, North Carolina, with their music blending funkalicious rhythms with slapping basslines and soulful melodies. This is a fun band making fun tunes, and this is one of their most engaging releases so far.
Nathan Harris — Rushin’
Nathan Harris creates old-time Americana with a modern twist. “Rushin'” is the man’s latest release, and it’s inspired by a diverse range of musical genres and natural sounds. From Southern blues to psychedelic rock, this timeless song fuses old and new in an accessible sonic package. Harris produced this number himself alongside Caleb Whitlock, an exciting partnership to watch out for.
Deore — Bad Thing
“Bad Thing” is a cheeky, fun-loving song from a brand new pop artist. After going viral by surprise, Deore quit her day job as a nurse to become a full-time pop starlet. This track is the first release from her upcoming kinky concept album, which deals with themes of surrender and submission with lightness and joy.
A. Lee Edwards — Carolina Blue
This folk-infused country track blends deep inward reflection with expansive outdoor sounds. Written, recorded, and released by A. Lee Edwards, “Carolina Blue” is a fascinating mix of bluegrass storytelling and mountain music. The artist presents a calm and relaxing voice throughout the recording, which is inspired by his move to the Nantahala National Forest.
Family Video — Continental Drift
This track is a self-proclaimed “scuzz-rock power-pop hybrid.” It delivers raucous energy through fuzzy amps and electric guitars, which overpower the tinny garage drum beats. “Continental Drift” is full of confident vocals and industrial swagger, and the overall effect is mesmerizing. Lyrically, this track is about breaking free from the constraints of everyday life.
Thousand Dollar Movie — Block Out The Sun (7” Version)
“Block Out The Sun” has an emotional post-rock sound, which drags you in and leaves you asking for more. The expansive introduction lasts over a minute, before dawn breaks and the melody infiltrates your soul. The track finally cuts loose around the 3:00 mark, and then it comes to an end as you wonder what the rest of the album has in store from Thousand Dollar Movie.
If you like having your ear to the ground, the ROQ Charlotte Watchlist has got you covered. Stay tuned daily for the latest sounds, and join the discussion next month to discover your next favorite artist.