“From the motherland to the world…”
World music reimagined with a modern twist of production and the timeless unity of a massive ensemble of voices and instruments. Nelson Wave blends afrobeats and afro-RnB, throughout the uplifting celebration of new EP My Wave.
Introducing the project, the evocative tones and euphoria of Africa Stand Up mark a blissful crescendo of a highlight, inspiring storytelling and soulful vocals leading us through tribal rhythms and choir-led choruses, towards what is perhaps the most full-sounding vocal arrangement of the season.
Africa Stand Up celebrates African heritage and culture, and does so with a beautifully catchy progression, crisp riffs and versatile voices, for a burst of vibrancy that’s infectiously hopeful.
Far from just a creative ode to African styles, not only is the musical setup sublime, but the lyrics are sensational. Africa Stand Up reflects with long-form lyrical verses on the history, the unity, the struggles and successes of Africa, and it’s a captivating listen that pays tribute to a plethora of traits from African history.
“From home to diaspora, wherever we stay, we carry the motherland every single day.
When they ask where I’m from I say it proudly, African born and the blood runs loudly.”
My Wave is a five-track EP from Nelson Wave, and the EP wraps up with a mellow dose of warming riffs and intimate vocals – another story that connects for its humanity and heart, as Only You Know takes a soulful RnB route towards lasting comfort and togetherness.
Something romantic and Western lights up another infectious groove, and the same leading voice adds that familiarity and faith to keep the identity of Nelson Wave alive and vibrant.
UK-based and inspired by American RnB, European pop and African afrobeats, as much so as the deep running history of Nigeria, Ghana and beyond, Nelson Wave makes the songs that bring people together, and the sounds and stories of the My Wave EP speak volumes.
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