In The Spotlight

Raelle – “(Oh) My Days”

Hailing from South London, this captivating British singer and songwriter started making soul music from the safety of her bedroom. Lyrically putting into words all of her thoughts and memories, she creates deeply personal songs. She has performed at venues such as The Jazz CafĂ© and opened for The Real Thing. Inspired by Isaac Hayes and Janis Joplin, she released her debut “Wait For You” in 2020.

Embraced by the warm shimmer of buttery-smooth 70s soul, this enchanting track is glowing with velvety vintage vibes. Taken from her latest EP “Bloodlines”, it’s the gentle drums, tender keys and heavenly harmonies that cuddle up to your heart, while her silken vocals adds a layer of pure grace. With a slight jazzy touch, this alluring smooth groove transports the listener to the soulful times of yore.

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In The Spotlight

Raelle – “Close To You”

Growing up in South-East London in a musical family, this British singer, songwriter and pianist was surrounded by classic Motown soul. Although having trained as a classical singer, she’s captivated by the intrinsic expression and emotiveness of jazz and soul. Touched by the music of Roy Ayers, Nina Simone and Amy Winehouse, she has conceived a sound rich with poetic lyricism and emotional melodies.

Finding the perfect balance between lush jazz and steamy soul, her debut single is a honey-sweet sliver of sonic heaven. The smooth keys, soft percussion and succulent sax solo are mere ingredients in her love potion, but it’s her enchanting, velveteen vocals that make this aural elixir irresistible. Lyrically exploring the renewing power of love, you want to keep this silken ballad close to you.

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