Orlando-based singer-songwriter Hannah Stokes has spent nearly a decade dazzling audiences with her soulful voice and personal songwriting. Taking inspiration from the jazz folk elegance of Joni Mitchell and Norah Jones, alongside the stylings of Lianne La Havas and Emily King, Hannah been on an enduring musical journey.
Her sound is an alluring blend of warmth, clarity and nostalgia, designed to forge an emotional connection with her listeners. Sharing her original sonic vision for almost a decade, in 2015 she made her entrance with the debut EP, Something Along The Lines Of, before taking an extended hiatus from sharing her studio sound with the world.
Returning in 2021 with “Wonder,” a collaborative single with Patrick Moreno, she’s since been on a prolific creative spree, sharing multiple well-received singles, her sophomore EP Hollow Bones and her first full-length record with a live album which arrived in February last year. Now she brings us her latest release with the brand new single titled “Waste Time,” a track that explores the paradox of overthinking and how the fear of wasting time can ironically lead to doing just that.
Its message is thoroughly relatable, speaking to anyone who’s ever felt trapped in cycles of self-doubt and mental clutter. Drawing inspiration from the 70s era of Aretha Franklin and the Japanese city pop of Taeko Onuki’s classic “Tokai,” Hannah Stokes linked up with producer Jordan Morales to craft a track that filters a vintage soul pop sound through her modern sonic lens.
Brought in by the smooth groove of warm guitar tones, laid back shuffling drums and bright key tones, the song tracks a dreamy sound as Hannah’s graceful voice glides in above the gentle rhythmic sway. With picture painting lyricism carried by blissful melodies, she casts an enchanting jam that’s catchy and timeless in equal measure.
Putting her stunning vocal performance and songwriting charm on full display, backed by a shimmering, organic arrangement, “Waste Time” sees Hannah Stokes deliver a truly delightful outing that’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face. As she continues to share more of her stellar musical output, Hannah Stokes is sure to win over more and more fans around the world on her exciting musical journey and we can’t wait to see where it will take her next.
Listen to Waste Time below
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