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Lofi RnB

Bronx-based RnB Visionary, BRIEL the Artist, Pulled Listeners Into the Haze of Infatuation with ‘THE BLINDS’

Posted on 4 March 2025

After stepping back from the airwaves following his 2023 debut, QUESTIONS, BRIEL the Artist returns with THE BLINDS, proving just how much sharper his sonic signature has become. The Bronx-based avant-gardist of R&B innovation layers smooth harmonies over syncopated beats and oscillating synth lines that warp into a kaleidoscope of soul. The Lo-Fi production doesn’t soften the impact—it amplifies the emotion, pulling you into a hypnotic immersion where BRIEL lets the leash off his expression, letting it run wild and free in this rich, introspective soundscape.

The track dives headfirst into the push and pull of new attraction—the thrill, the uncertainty, and the way assumptions take the reins before reality has a chance to catch up. Using the metaphor of closed blinds, BRIEL reflects on how we get lost in our own mental stories instead of letting relationships unfold naturally. The lyrical honesty latches onto the ears, while the fluid instrumental textures make sure the hook stays planted deep.

With plans to take THE BLINDS to the stage across New York City, along with upcoming film projects and new releases, BRIEL is clearly playing the long game.

For those ready to get lost in the highs and lows of love, THE BLINDS is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Bo – Floatin’: Softly Sophisticated Lo Fi R&B

Posted on 23 April 2018

If you’re looking for some chilled beats look no further than Parisian Minimalist R&B & Soul artist Bo. There’s a reason why he’s producing tracks named Floatin’. His soulfully sophisticated approach was perceptible as soon as the beat to Floatin’ kicked in. I can’t help but consider Bo’s approach to sound as music for a more intellectual listener due to the pensive nature of the introspective which is weaved into the highly personal dark sound. Each time I listen to Floatin’ the soulful vibes hit me a little harder each time. The multi-layered, textured sound has a way of drawing you into the dulcetly sweet sound that will make you fall for Bo’s stand out sonorous style which is fuelled by optimism and his passion for always moving towards the light.

So, if a Lo Fi mix of R&B, Soul, Nu Jazz, and Alt Urban sounds up your street, you can check out the official music video to Bo’s latest track Floatin’  from his first solo mixtape ‘Moth’ on YouTube, or stream the album which was released on March 5th, 2018 via SoundCloud.

Review by Amelia Vandergast