Yohan Marshall is a Bombay-based singer-songwriter, composer and producer who draws on various musical influences to craft a sonic output that speaks straight to your soul. With a musical journey that spans the globe, Yohan’s compositions are instilled with a profound beauty that reflects his own experiences and encounters with life’s various moments.
As the owner of Mumbai’s Counter Point Music studio, Yohan possesses a unique talent for bringing to life the music of other, shaping sounds that evoke emotions and last in memory. His live performances, built on a mesmerising ensemble of talented musicians, offer a kaleidoscopic journey through genres, blending elements of pop, R&B, rock and more into an epic experience.
Yohan’s talent as a songwriter shines through in his ability to craft heartwarming lyrics and powerful melodies. From English to Hindi, his compositions connect with audiences around the world, stitching tales of life, love and loss with an emotional intensity that leaves a lasting impression.
First sharing his solo sonic vision back in 2019 with the debut single “Heat of the Day,” he’s since shared a string of well-received singles over the years while racking up hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify alone. Now he brings us his latest release with the brand new single titled “Just For Once,” this time linking up with rising artist Mali. Mali, whose unique blend of classic pop influences and modern aesthetic has earned critical acclaim, lends her elegant voice to the track, adding another perspective to Yohan’s poignant lyrics.
“Just For Once” delivers a message of encouragement, reminding listeners that resilience and determination can conquer even the toughest of challenges. Brought in by the soft plinks of hazy piano tones, Mali’s elegant voice drifts in to spin heartfelt lyricism via beautiful melodies.
Intricate pizzicato string plucks usher in Yohan’s silky vocals before the laid-back strike of drums and airy stretches of sonic textures inject an atmospheric feel while the two artists take turns to thread blissful melodic leads above the mesmeric arrangement. Rising to an dazzling crescendo where the pair present a stunning duet of memorable vocal lines while the swell of instrumentation builds around their voices, the finale delivers a truly enamouring musical experience that’s impossible not to be moved by.
Listen to Just For Once below
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