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  • December 2025 Song of the Month: Don’t You Want It? by Winnie Ama

    December 2025 Song of the Month: Don’t You Want It? by Winnie Ama

    Montecruz Music’s Featured Song of the Month

    A song lived. A story felt. A voice that stays, long after the last note. And the award goes to…drumroll please…

    December 2025: Don’t You Want It?: Winnie Ama

    Behind the Song

    Happy Holidays, music lovers! This month’s Montecruz Music Song of the Month goes to Winnie Ama’s opening track from her newest album (DEKA), Don’t You Want It?

    Winnie absolutely wowed me with this one. Don’t You Want It? is a vibrant fusion of funk and modern-day pop, tied together by Winnie’s soulful vocals. From the very first note, the song had me hooked, with its sensual and seductive tone that had me nodding along to the rhythm.

    If you’ve made it this far, I truly appreciate you. Thank you for all your love and support throughout this incredible year. Now, do yourself a favor and treat yourself to the rest of her wonderful album.

    “I don’t wanna wait another minute for us. Everything about you says that we should meet up.”

    🎧 Listen Now

    Come back next month for a new featured song. Got a track you think deserves the spotlight? Email us.

  • Madrugada: A Cinematic Journey in Portuguese Pop Music

    Madrugada: A Cinematic Journey in Portuguese Pop Music

    Madrugada (Portuguese Version) cover art

    Madrugada (Portuguese Version) — Rafael Montecruz feat. Evran de Almeida

    Release Date: October 24, 2025
    Genre: Pop
    Duration: 4:02
    ISRC: usl4r2560801  •  UPC: 199800718625

    “Madrugada… As horas cinzas em que duas almas perdidas se entrelaçam. Mas a nossa história… continua.”

    “(Translated) Madrugada… The gray hours when two lost souls intertwine. Yet our story… continues.”

    Madrugada (Portuguese Version) is a cinematic, Gipsy-inspired story told through song. It marks Montecruz’s first-ever Portuguese release; his way of saying thank you to the Portuguese fans who connected with him through his website and social media. Inspired by his late grandfather’s storytelling, Montecruz weaves emotion, melody, and memory into a tale that transcends language and culture.

    Musically, Madrugada blends the passion of flamenco guitars with the drive of modern pop production. Acoustic and electric guitars take center stage, supported by a dynamic rhythm section of drums, subtle strings, and atmospheric synths. All of this is tied together by the enigmatic vocal performance of Evran de Almeida. Madrugada is meant to be unlike anything you’ve ever heard before.

    Favorite quote:

    “Dramatic melodies combine with fiery rhythms on this track, which features a dynamic arrangement that blends traditional flamenco with modern pop and a stirring performance from guest vocalist Evran de Almeida.” — Steven Azami
    If you enjoy the song, add it to your playlist today. Let’s keep that momentum going! Thank you for listening.

    Rafael Montecruz

    Singer • Songwriter • Storyteller

    Listen now:

  • September 2025 Featured Song: One More Time by T.Rafe

    September 2025 Featured Song: One More Time by T.Rafe

    Montecruz Music’s Featured Song of the Month

    A song lived. A story felt. A voice that stays, long after the last note. And the award goes to…drumroll please…

    September 2025: One more time: T.Rafe

    Behind the Song

    One more time has held a special place at the top of my playlist, Indie Songs You Need to Hear, for one simple reason; it’s a stunningly beautiful track. While it may not have the big-budget polish of mainstream hits, it shines in ways that matter far more. The writing is exceptional, drawing you into a lyrical journey that stays with you long after the final note. The instrumentation is equally moving, with the piano often taking center stage. The strings and guitar add a gentle warmth, while the drums provide that build-up you didn’t know you were waiting for. T. Rafe’s tender, heartfelt vocals tie it all together, closing the piece with genuine emotion. Every lyric and every piano note feels like medicine for the soul. Do yourself a favor and listen to this track today.

    “Would you stay beside me, would you say you want me, like the worlds colliding as you hold me tightly.”

    🎧 Listen Now

    Come back next month for a new featured song. Got a track you think deserves the spotlight? Email us.

  • Someday (Reimagined): A New Take on Rafael Montecruz’s Hit

    Someday (Reimagined): A New Take on Rafael Montecruz’s Hit

    Someday (Reimagined) cover art

    Someday (Reimagined) — Rafael Montecruz feat. Abraham Armell

    Release Date: July 25, 2025
    Genre: Pop
    Duration: 2:31
    ISRC: USHM92542845  •  UPC: 199800115226

    “I hear your voice, echoing through my mind.”

    Someday (Reimagined) breathes new life into Montecruz’s 2024 release (Someday), transforming it into a more upbeat production. This version lives in that hazy place between dreaming and waking, where reality blurs and imagination takes over.

    Layers of shimmering synths, funk-infused guitars, and haunting backup vocals meant to feel like echoes in your imagination pull you deeper into that dream realm. Beneath its upbeat groove lies the heart of a ballad, the kind that makes you want to dance with tears in your eyes.

    What people are saying:

    “Quite possibly his catchiest and most euphoric, thought provoking single to date.” — Stereo Stickman
    “Excellent production, solid mix. Fantastic atmosphere, and a restrained energy that runs throughout. Gorgeous intro, nice synth selections.” — Steven Azami
    If you enjoy the song, add it to your playlist today. Let’s keep that momentum going! Thank you for listening.

    Rafael Montecruz

    Singer • Songwriter • Storyteller

    Listen now:

  • Montecruz Music: Upcoming Single Release on July 25, 2025

    Montecruz Music: Upcoming Single Release on July 25, 2025

    Latest News from Montecruz Music

    Updates, stories, and the freshest beats from the Montecruz Music world.

    Someday Reimagined single cover artwork

    Upcoming Single July 25, 2025

    We’ve been working on something special at Montecruz Music. A new version of a single that many of you have come to know and love.

    A reimagined take that brings new life and perspective while keeping the heart of the original intact.

    “The curtains rise, the audience roars to life.”

    A familiar melody, a whole new vibe. Coming soon.

    Stay tuned for more updates from Montecruz Music. Got news or music to share? Email us.