Vinny Lunar drops new single “Roots”

Sydney-based artist Vinny Lunar uses a blend of genres to craft a compelling alternative pop sound as well as bring his to life his mission of challenging stereotypes surrounding South Asian identity. Over the past decade, Vinny has been capturing the attention of listeners while his decorated journey has seen him rack up an extensive list of accolades and recognition.

His sound brings together elements of R&B, hip hop and traditional South Asian melodic influences, resulting in a truly original sonic output. Vinny first made his artistic entrance back in 2014 with his debut single, “Can I Keep U?” featuring Elizabeth Rose. Since then, he’s released multiple singles, EPs and remixes, collaborating with a diverse range of artists such as Crooked Letter, Slick Walk, DRTY CHAI, Nabeyin and ANGE.

In addition to his studio work, his cultural heritage and upbringing in Australia, Germany and Sweden have had a profound influence on his music. This blend of influences and cultures was perhaps best captured on his critically acclaimed EP, Chauffeur, a collaboration with Low Beams that gained traction on platforms like Rinse.fm, FBI Radio and BBC Asia Extra.

Now, following his recent single “Wave” with Moody and subsequent remix by Esoteric Dragon, Vinny Lunar returns with his latest single, “Roots,” a deeply personal track inspired by a pilgrimage to India in 2022. “Roots” explores the question: what if home isn’t a place, but a journey? This track is a celebration of cultural fluidity and an anthem for those who might question where they belong. By incorporating traditional percussive elements throughout the song, Vinny connects with his origins while crafting a modern sound that speaks to his global audience.

Jumping into a beat-driven sound, smooth vocalisations hover above the grooving arrangement as gliding instrumental tones underpin the instantly catchy melodic leads. With overlapping layers of vocals and delicate flourishes of instrumental dashes, “Roots” folds elements of hip hop, indie R&B and alternative pop into a stellar jam that’s as infectious as it is meaningful.

With rapped flows and memorable melodic lines, his expressive vocal performance shines on this uptempo new outing. Once again filtering his unique background and perspective into exquisite musical moments, with “Roots,” Vinny Lunar delivers a charming and upbeat track that’s sure to win over new and old fans alike.

Listen to Roots below

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