Coldhands. drops brand new single

Hailing from Adelaide in Australia, Ryan O’Dea is a neo-soul artist making music under the alias Coldhands., after cutting his teeth playing in other outfits such as the 80s inspired pop duo Russian Gymnast and jazz-funk band DayGlow Freaks. Having established his name as a leading musician in the South Australia scene, he’s recently emerged from his home studio to share his latest project with the world.

Taking influence from artists such as Thundercat, Louis Cole, Vulfpeck and Jamiroquai, he spins an infectiously grooving modern disco sound full of danceable rhythm and capped by his smooth vocal leads. In May this year, he made an explosive entrance as Coldhands. with his breakout debut single “Feel sLike A Holiday”, clocking over ten thousand streams and landing in Spotify’s official Summer BBQ 2022 playlist.

Now, after the success of his debut, he brings us his latest work with his brand new sophomore single titled “Dance Tonight”. Laying down a funky fast-paced energy, he crafts an instantly memorable sound that draws on a colourful array of different textures and timbres from intricate Chic style guitars to punchy bass synth lines and hook-driven vocal work.

Playing every instrument, singing all the vocals and recording everything from his Adelaide studio with help from the legendary Grammy winning engineer Dom Morley as a mix consultant, with his second track Coldhands. shows why he’s been such a celebrated artist to date. Continuing to drop upbeat music that will stick with you long after you first hear it, with “Dance Tonight” the artist offers another dazzling track with bags of commercial appeal.

Listen to Dance Tonight below