Jazz Pop from Nelda

London-based singer-songwriter and educator Nelda has been turning heads with her original sonic vision since her debut single “Idnlybily” in 2020. Not just a vocalist and pianist, she’s also a gifted songwriter who’s consistently showcased her ability to blend emotive lyricism with dazzling melodies. Her initial foray into the music world resulted in the release of her first full-length album, Let Me Rise, in 2021, a thirteen-track journey that confirmed her status as a rising start in the UK music scene and beyond.

After taking a hiatus, Nelda has returned with a new creative spark and an ambitious new project; a concept album about voluntary displacement, set to be released this July. This project draws on her creativity and collaborative approach, stemming from interviews with foreign songwriters based in London.

Each track on the album is co-written with these songwriters, reflecting a fabric of diverse experiences and cultural backgrounds. The album features voices from Brazil, Nigeria, Argentina, Australia, Slovakia, Italy, Bangladesh, Ukraine, Greece, Cyprus and Latvia, creating a truly global musical work.

First unveiling the new project with the single “Everything Is Scary,” co-written with Italian songwriter Viola Ugolini, she now brings us her latest release with the brand new single and latest taste of her forthcoming album with the track titled “Home Is Where I Go.” This time linking up with Australian songwriter Etoile Marley to write the piece with, “Home Is Where I Go” presents a pop-focused jazz outing that explores the concept of belonging while arriving at the notion that the idea of home can be anywhere we go.

Setting the scene with smooth piano plinks that ride the mellow groove of plodding bass notes and the gentle taps of percussion, Nelda’s vocals spin alluring lines to cast an enchanting lounge jazz vibe. As the track flows, your transported to a sepia-toned musical world where blissful melodic writing and intricate instrumentation wash over you as the poignant musings of the thoughtful lyrics share insightful perspective and thought-provoking ideas.

Rising in intensity and rhythmic energy, Nelda delivers a powerful vocal performance, backed by layers of silky voices to create a mesmeric musical experience. With her upcoming album set to arrive in July, we can’t wait to see what else lies in store on this innovative and worthwhile collaborative endeavour, brought to life by a talented artist with a delightful sound.

Listen to Home Is Where I Go below

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