Janita releases new single “Real Deal”

For over two decades, Janita has enjoyed an exciting and successful musical adventure that’s seen her win over countless fans around the world. A multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and songwriter, her musical story began in her home country of Finland, where she quickly rose to as a teenage sensation. Singing before she could talk, playing piano at three and writing her first songs at four, coupled with formal training in classical piano and ballet, Janita’s sonic vision has been a lifetime in the making.

By the time she was a teenager, her presence dominated Finnish radio and television, earning her the title “Finland’s biggest pop star” from The Daily Telegraph. Her striking looks and the soulful power of her music made her a household name, introducing blue-eyed soul to the Finnish mainstream. But Janita’s ambitions were never confined to her homeland; at 17, she left for New York City, setting her sights on a global stage.

Her international debut came in 2001 with the album I’ll Be Fine. Signed to Sony, she achieved commercial success but quickly realised that the major-label environment wasn’t conducive to her creative freedom. Breaking away from corporate constraints, Janita stepped out independently and released multiple well-received records as well as landing two Top 40 US Billboard hits along the way.

Now, with her tenth studio album, Mad Equation, set to drop in May next year, Janita has linked up with Blake Morgan, who’s known for collaborations with Lenny Kravitz and Lesley Gore, to produce the upcoming record. The first single from the album, “Real Deal,” perfectly captures Janita’s fearless spirit by taking inspiration from the rebellious characters in her favourite films, The 400 Blows and Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid.

Serving up an anthemic indie rock sound wrapped in alternative aesthetics and cut with memorable pop-focused writing, “Real Deal” pairs grooving rhythms, intricate guitar-led instrumentation and instantly catchy melodic writing. With slick rhythms slicing through the atmospheric fabric and infectious vocal hooks gliding above the crisp snap of drums and mesmeric arrangement, “Real Deal” offers a stunning showcase of the latest chapter in Janita’s enduring sonic endeavour.

With subtly spacey synth textures and hazy guitar tones, the chorus swells with epic vocal leads soaring above the shuffling energy before stuttered electric guitar elements set up the finale to leave a lasting impression. It’s a stellar example of Janita’s compelling sonic vision as she continues to operate at the very highest level. With her forthcoming LP on the horizon, 2025 is set to be another thrilling year for this talented artist on her enduring musical journey.

Listen to Real Deal below

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