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Every now and then, an episode of Inspire by Sound feels less like a mix and more like a moodboard of what’s next. Episode seven, “Velmalicious,” does exactly that. The conversation moves effortlessly between discovery and appreciation, balancing classic soul textures with global sounds that stretch far beyond the Bay. This time, the spotlight belongs to Velmalicious, an artist whose grounded energy and reflective songwriting give the episode its pulse.

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Angela Muñoz – “I Don’t Care”

The first mix opens with Angela Muñoz’s “I Don’t Care,” a record that instantly sets the tone. It’s warm, soulful, and understated, the kind of song that doesn’t demand your attention so much as it earns it. The hosts let the track breathe, praising its timelessness and that quiet confidence Muñoz carries in every note.

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Charlotte Dos Santos – “Red Clay”

“Red Clay” follows with something richer and more textural. The hosts linger on the production, its blend of jazz influence and neo-soul polish, while pointing out how Charlotte Dos Santos turns complexity into comfort. The discussion drifts toward that feeling of recognition, the way certain artists can sound both classic and completely new in the same breath.

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Velmalicious – “Blessed”

Then comes the episode’s centerpiece. “Blessed” doesn’t just play, it lands. The hosts talk about how Velmalicious’s voice cuts through the mix with intention, full of gratitude but never complacent. It’s an artist claiming space without apology, embodying exactly what Inspire by Sound stands for: rising voices owning their narrative. You can hear it in the tone of the conversation, respect, curiosity, and that spark that happens when a guest’s presence changes the whole atmosphere.

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By the time Mix 2 begins, the vibe expands beyond genre. The sounds get more exploratory, more cinematic without losing the show’s soul.

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Thelo – “If You Love Me”

Thelo’s “If You Love Me” slips in like a late-night confession, tender, minimal, and immersive. It feels like an interlude for reflection before the set moves global.

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Naye FSHR – “Brasile ’98”

Then comes Naye FSHR’s “Brasile ’98,” a standout moment that blends Brazilian rhythm and electronic cool. The hosts note how effortlessly it bridges worlds, pulling influence from everywhere while still sounding unmistakably fresh.

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Den Vau ft. Thanh Dong – “Trieu Like”

Closing the episode, “Trieu Like” bursts with forward motion. It’s bold and playful, a sharp contrast that still fits the episode’s theme of global soul. The track caps things off with the kind of energy that makes Inspire by Sound mixes feel alive—raw creativity, no borders.

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“Velmalicious” captures Inspire by Sound at its best: not just spinning songs, but creating space for new sounds to connect. It’s a conversation that feels easy but deliberate, proof that when genuine curiosity leads the mix, the music always finds its way.

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Mix 1: 

Can't See You - J-Louis 

Cho Khong - Suboi 

No Summer Days - TRKRNR 

Supplier - Kari Faux 

I Don't Care - Angela Munoz

Red Clay - Charlotte Dos Santos

Starchild - Elujay 

Blessed - Velmalicious

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Mix 2: 

Brasile '98 - Naye FSHR 

Degrees of Light - Taylor Mcferrin 

With You - Tennyson 

If You Love Me - Thelo 

Cherry Limeade - Amanda Huff 

Hold Me - Olmos ft. Jovani Occomy 

I Promise - Fossa Beats & Thomas White ft. Lia Mot 

Trieu Like - Den Vau ft. Thanh Dong