{"id":1642,"date":"2022-02-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sofarsoundsblo.wpengine.com\/blog\/articles\/black-artists-hear-now\/"},"modified":"2022-10-08T16:43:31","modified_gmt":"2022-10-08T16:43:31","slug":"black-artists-hear-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/black-artists-hear-now","title":{"rendered":"Black Artists to Hear Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Black History is happening all around us, and it might not look like that of our foremothers and forefathers. Today, we’re breaking through ceilings and redefining what it means to be a Black artist. Our sounds are different, our language complex, our messages some might deem taboo, but the most powerful aspect of what makes today’s artists so revolutionary is that they don’t care what anyone has to say. These Sofar artists are examples of the future of music, and your playlist rotation.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>WilliE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The sexy, sweet cool girl that’s down to earth. When you listen to WilliE, FKA Tia’ Gold, that’s the vibes you’ll get. Her classic R&B voice gives her a \u201890s nostalgic energy, and her song \u201cSOS\u201d gives you that laid-back, relatable LA twang that is oh-so infectious. Although it’s a track from a while back, the artist has recently announced that she’s dropping a project this March, so keep an eye out, or an ear.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=a_Qv7euGcsA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Jameel Mason<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We love a Black king, and that’s just what Jameel Mason is. He’s got a mix-up of rap styles, and we know he takes his craft seriously by the amount of freestyle he produces on the regular. What stands out is his latest visuals for a track called “Black Queens.” The video features Black women in an intense, beautiful, uplifting light. If you’re looking for a new face in rap, he’s a good start.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=40nJVPYL7L8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Shanell Alyssa<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There’s something about Black women picking up a guitar that screams Lauryn Hill. It’s hard to live up to that status, but dare we say Shanell Alyssa is on the right track. Not only does she play guitar, but Shanell has the gift of piano fingers too. Her latest collaboration, \u201cWitness\u201d, shows off her incredible talent and skill, and we also love her single \u201cRace to Dawn\u201d. Her performance of \u201cGoodness of God\u201d is something that will lift your spirits no matter your faith.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CUwsSQgZwuc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Fab The Duo\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Los Angeles is home to some top-notch talent shaking up-the status quo. Fab The Duo happens to be one of the city’s many talents (even though the duo\u2019s initially from NYC). With love and pride at the epicenter of their sound, they prevail, and look damn good while doing it. They give off an Elton John vibe, but their sound reverberates with love and power. You can hear how much they care about their art and each other in the music. If you’re into a folk- meets- pop vibe, this is up your alley. We\u2019re not the only ones to think so either; they’re hailed by <em>Billboard<\/em>, <em>Huffington Post<\/em>, and Pride.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=O6FmR4Mmiys\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nefertiti Gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Who doesn’t love a good situationship? Yeah, neither do we, but Nefertiti Gold wrote a whole EP about it, so there’s an artistic bright side. Still early in their musical journey, the artist is baring it all with vulnerable tracks like \u201cVictim\u201d and \u201cTrust Issues.\u201d The most remarkable aspect to the Nefertiti Gold is her production skills. It’s nice to see someone different express the craft in a heavily male-saturated production world\u2013 a multi-talented queen.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=EN9LM6WGolE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Yael Sant\u00e9<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Yael Sant\u00e9 is a mix of Sade meets Amy Winehouse with a mysterious je ne sais quoi. Her debut EP titled <em>The Romance EP<\/em> established her sound. With her latest project, <em>Miles In Between<\/em>, Sant\u00e9 seems to be perfecting it. Her Neo-Soul groove is one you can ease into your day with no regrets.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=at3fm_XeaGY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>R Y E\u0301 L L E<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>R Y E\u0301 L L E refers to herself as a professional feeler, which off the bat informs her soulful sound. Sexy, but still cute, her look and music give us R&B princess\u2013 and did we mention she dances too? Her voice sounds like candy; if you want a taste, give her track Love a spin.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=siuIIxc5FlQ&list=PLECdCYAnXbEpnBfp1S0TuvSlAsheSDFqS&index=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Peyton Womock<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>When you think of saxophone players, we want your first thought to be Peyton Womock. His covers of trendy songs like Lil Nas’ \u201cCall Me By Your Name\u201d will make you want to binge-watch all his videos.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Z85ACdl2PGU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEE VIDEO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Words by Gyasi Williams-Kirtley<\/p>\n<p>Photo credit:\u00a0\u00a0Nefertiti Gold, photo by Quincy Stallworth<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Black History is happening all around us, and it might not look like that of our foremothers and forefathers. Today, we’re breaking through ceilings and redefining what it means to be a Black artist. 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