It’s fair to say the sub-genre of Alternative R&B is only getting stronger. Two names waving the flag for the sound are Kadeem Tyrell & Ka-Li.
The Londoners come together effortlessly here on their new single, Smoke & Mirrors. Both artists, who are making waves in their own right truly complement one another on this dreamy single.
Kadeem Tyrell has been steadily on the rise in the UK Soul scene. Hundreds of thousands of streaming plays, multiple official Apple Music and Spotify playlist placements, BBC Radio 1 support and 2 sold out headline shows in London. Most importantly, he’s established a reputation for consistently releasing standout music with singles like Let Me Know, April 25th and Focus.
Ka-Li are a duo consisting of singer / songwriter Indigo Lily and producer, Sam Posener. Drawing influence from Lauryn Hill to Led Zeppelin, the pair have already dropped two very well received singles in recent months and plan on a further 2 EPs later in 2019.
Smoke & Mirrors is a heartwarming track that vividly paints pictures from beginning to end, personifying soul in its truest essence. Already featured on Spotify’s R&B UK playlist, the song is a thoughtful exploration of
Track of the Week: Faye Meana ‘In The Evening’
Simply put, Faye Meana is simply special. The London-based songstress whose soulful vibe is making waves in the world of eclectic R&B is back with her first track of year with In The Evening.
After cultivating a solid fan-base on SoundCloud in recent years she has been bubbling progressively as an artist, leading to her debut EP Nothing’s The Same in 2017. A must-listen if you haven’t already.
Off the back of her headline show last November, Meana is back in a big way ‘In The Evening’. With late 80’s inspired production throughout, this joint is simply a head-bopper from the jump. As she vocally dazzles across the track, this is a real laid-back track suitable for any summer’s day. Listen above.
Track of the Week: Madi Saskia ‘Furthest’
An artist steadily evolving and making a name for herself, Madi Saskia comes through strong with her new single Furthest.
The Birmingham songstress provides a soothing slowjam that brilliantly illustrates Madi at her soulful best. Furthest tells the tale of love and its never ending challenges, touching on the complex dualities of finding love. Vocally impeccable, Madi draws a vivid picture lyrically sprinkled over heart-warming production.
When speaking on the song’s inspiration, Madi explains, “Being with a person with so many flaws and is so far from what you expect for yourself but then they turn out being the greatest thing for you.”
A slow-jam fit for any day of the week, Furthest, will get you all up in your feels. You can also catch Madi Saskia live at her headline
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