Song of the Day: Fade Away – Ricardo Williams

Following a prolific journey in the R&B landscape, RICARDO WILLIAMS unveils ‘Fade Away,’ a soul-stirring R&B slow jam that signals a poignant farewell to a familiar sound and heralds the dawn of an invigorated artistic path. Drawing inspiration from the heartfelt undertones in Summer Walker’s ‘Say My Name,’ Ricardo crafts a narrative that mirrors his own experiences, feelings of loss, and the rediscovery of his artistic essence.

The inception of ‘Fade Away’ came about at a deeply personal space, a time when Ricardo felt detached from his creative self, grappling with a loss of direction in his music. This period of artistic stagnation, characterised by months of being unable to write, urged him to channel the feelings of letting go into the
realm of relationships, creating a metaphor that beautifully depicts his evolving relationship with music.

Ricardo shares, “This song came about from a time when I felt like I had lost my essence as an artist, chasing the wrong things and losing my spark in the process. ‘Fade Away’ is a testament to the journey of rediscovery, using the pain and the detachment as a metaphor woven into a relationship narrative. It marks the end of an era and the exciting beginning of what’s next, a rebirth of Ricardo Williams.”

‘Fade Away’ bears the authenticity of a heartfelt goodbye, a relinquishment of the past, and a warm embrace of the promising future. It resonates as a beacon of renewal, the culmination of one chapter and the eager step into another, carrying the hallmark of Ricardo’s immersive R&B with a fresh and revitalised spirit.

As Ricardo prepares to explore fresh horizons, immersing himself in the studio in anticipation of an upcoming album, ‘Fade Away’ stands as a sincere note to fans, an invitation to witness the transformation and to grow alongside an artist ready to bare his soul in new, profound ways.

Have a listen to ‘Fade Away’ below…

Rée Celine is back with another R&B slow jam, ‘Einstein’

After the success of her previous singles, ‘Dopamine’ and ‘Close and Personal,’ R&B sensation REÉ CELINE is back with a classic feel-good R&B hit, ‘Einstein.’ Building upon the tremendous support she received on major Spotify playlists such as ‘Fresh Finds,’ ‘Just Dropped,’ ‘R&B UK,’ and ‘We Move,’ Rée Celine continues to captivate audiences with her soulful and dynamic sound.

‘Einstein’ is the newest addition to Rée’s impressive repertoire, delivering a classic R&B vibe that’s
reminiscent of timeless hits. Filled with amazing vocal moments, the track is a testament to Rée Celine’s remarkable artistry and her ability to evoke emotion through her music.

In ‘Einstein,’ Rée Celine once again showcases her unique mix of R&B bangers and heartfelt vocals. The song offers a captivating journey through the essence of her sound, appealing to both new and existing fans. Just as ‘Dopamine’ and ‘Close and Personal’ set a high bar, ‘Einstein’ maintains the same energy, originality, and undeniable talent that has quickly made Rée Celine a standout in the R&B scene.

When asked about her latest creation, Rée shared, “I wanted to create a classic R&B track that would make people feel good and connect with the music. ‘Einstein’ is all about those memorable moments that make us appreciate the magic of love.”

With ‘Einstein,’ Rée Celine continues to solidify her position as a groundbreaking artist in the R&B world. Each release adds to her growing reputation as a versatile talent who consistently pushes boundaries and inspires audiences. Check out the video for her latest after hours joint below…

Eleanor unveils her highly-anticipated debut EP, ‘A Late Bloom’

ELEANOR is a singer-songwriter with an R&B leaning sound, coloured in hues of soul and indie. She takes a narrative approach to songwriting, based on experiences of grief and overcoming to shape stories that are robust and deeply felt.

“I make music because it would be harder not to, it’s a very natural extension of my personhood,” says the artist, whose debut album, ‘A Late Bloom’, has come to fruition. “I hope that in being honest on this project, listeners will feel less alone.” Largely produced by 3x JUNO nominated artist John Fellner, stream it in full here.

The mini set includes previously released singles, ‘Make Sense’ (which claimed the Song of the Week title last December) ‘Waste My Time’, and ‘Former Friend’. With guitar plucks giving a rich soulful sound, debut single, ‘Make Sense’ chronicles a conversation with her mother, reflecting on the frustration that comes with not reaching certain milestones ‘on time,’ such as marriage and home ownership.

Processing a mesmerically hypnotic backdrop, ‘Waste My Time’ was inspired by a friendship that was tiptoeing into a relationship, whereas ‘Former Friend’ leans towards a folklore feel, reflecting on self-worth when a friendship comes to an end

The closing track, ‘Faintest Hope’, is both beautiful and unsettling, a cry for hope from a vacant and barren tundra.

‘A Late Bloom’ was released last Friday, 6th October across various music platforms below…have a listen below…

Must Listens: Make Sense, Former Friend, Bow, Faintest Hope

Zaneita unveils her new track, ‘Meant 2 Be’

ZANEITA, a burgeoning talent from North West London, releases her brand new single ‘Meant 2 Be’.

The record, produced by Joonatan Kilpua, expertly blends elements of R&B and Pop, exploring the theme of love at first sight. In ‘Meant 2 Be,’ Zaneita delves into the emotions of attraction and the uncertainty that often accompanies such encounters. The track contemplates whether the feelings experienced in a spontaneous moment are influenced by the situation or are indicative of a deeper connection. Zaneita’s storytelling prowess comes to the forefront in ‘Meant 2 Be,’ with her smooth vocal delivery layered upon the uplifting bounce of the beat.

‘Meant 2 Be’ is now available on all streaming platforms. Check it out below…

Song of the Day: Parallel Universe – Theo Tams

Fresh off the back of his most recent trilogy of covers, Uncovered (Volume 2), THEO TAMS shares his latest single, ‘Parallel Universe’ . On a recent trip to Copenhagen, Denmark, the artist teamed up with up and coming producer, Mahrow, to create a global anthem exploring the concept of soulmates and all the myriad directions our connections can go in.

“I get super inspired by travel and I was in the beginning stages of planning my wedding at the time,” explains Tams. “I just started thinking all of those thoughts like ‘What if we never met?’ What if I lived here instead? What would my life look like?’”

The song’s sultry production and vocals capture what Tams describes as that flirtatious energy that comes with travelling and being somewhere new, the feeling that you can be whoever you want to be when you’re out of your comfort zone. Listen to ‘Parallel Universe’ below…