R&B continues to expand with more hip-hop ‘crooners’ adopting Drake’s formula to cross over between both genres. Acts such as BJ The Chicago Kid, The Internet, and Frank Ocean have meshed the old R&B with the new, manifesting creative and signature sounds. Newcomer Desmond Owens comes next in line ready to establish his lane as well.
Heavily influenced by legends such as Luther Vandross, D’Angelo and Musiq Soulchild, the R&B/soul singer blends his neo-soul roots with a modern twist, producing a nostalgic yet refreshing feel. The soul singer introduces us to his debut EP, Child of Neo-Soul. The project is short but sweet with six tracks, giving listeners a look into Desmond’s relationship struggles and triumphs as an openly-gay artist. Get familiar with the Long Island artist by streaming Child of Neo-Soul below.
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