Alternative R&B from Abby Asabea

Hailing from East London, Abby Asabea is an artist who’s thrown out the rule book to walk her own musical path with a unique blend of poetic lyricism and a sepia-toned homage to timeless sounds. Her unique style draws inspiration from slam poetry, gospel, soul, hip hop, funk and jazz, resulting in a highly original and refreshing contribution to the London music scene.

Despite being relatively new to emerge on the London music scene, Abby Asabea has already made a significant impact. She stands out as one of the first recipients of Youth Music’s Next Gen Fund, supported by TikTok and The People’s Postcode Lottery.

Her debut single, “Stuck to You,” marked her entrance into the music world last year, followed by the sophomore single “High Horse” earlier this year. Now, she unveils her latest release, the eagerly anticipated single titled “The Way it Was.”

Opened by the gently bounce of warm plucked guitar tones, Abby’s stunning vocal leads glide in, dancing above the arrangement as a shaker sets the rhythm, piquant synth tones add colour and bass guitar lines pulse. As the full drums kick in, the song settles into an infectious groove brimming with danceable energy.

With layers of vocals overlapping carrying poignant lyricism about accepting romantic heartache, Abby serves up a sensational display of her singing talent, delivering her songwriting panache in dazzling fashion. It’s a stellar alternative R&B cut, shimmering with soulful vibes and a rhythm that’s guaranteed to get you moving.

On “The Way it Was,” Abby Asabea captures the essence of true soul, echoing the sentiments expressed by the legendary Amy Winehouse; soul comes from grit. As a fellow Londoner and huge influence on Abby, she channels the Winehouse aesthetic on her new single and the result is a spectacular and enduring piece of music that’s sure to strike a chord with fans around the world.

Listen to The Way it Was below

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