Brussel’s-based multi-instrumentalist, Esinam, is pleased to
share ‘Birds Fly Under This Heavy Sky’, the first track taken from her debut
EP, released 21st September via SDBAN Ultra.
An entrancing insight into her eclectic world of
jazztronica, her self-titled EP carries influences from different worlds
geographically, culturally and musically. Blending traditional and modern
instruments with her soulful voice, the acoustic sounds of the instruments are
allowed to evolve and take on new dimensions, opening up a kaleidoscopic
spectrum of sound and colour.
Esinam Dogbatse is part of a new generation of musicians
bringing forth a cultural blend of music. Having opened for the likes of
Nakhane and Témé Tan at Les Nuits earlier this year, Belgian rapper Baloji
invited her to guest on his latest critically acclaimed album ‘137 Avenue
Kaniama’. She has also supported Alsarah & The Nubatones, Selah Sue and
Melanie De Biasio on her sold-out shows at Ancienne Belgique.
For the recording of the EP, Esinam joined forces with Jules
Fradet from Studio Planet (Damso, Afrikan Prötökol). Producing and playing most
of the instruments herself, the EP was mastered by LA-based producer Kelly
Hibbert aka Almachrome (J Dilla, Madlib, Little Dragon, Flying Lotus, Ebo
Taylor, Mark de Clive-Lowe and Arca).
When Esinam performs live, she juggles traditional
instruments such as the tama, kalimba and pandeiro, which she loops and blends
with the sound of her flute and voice. It sometimes triggers dance, sometimes
contemplation.
Her highly anticipated debut album is set for release in
2019.
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