ARTIST 02 IRI
No. 1
Selfish
Little Simz, Cleo Sol
The track is very simple, but the looping and Cleo Sol's effective vocals are very pleasant, and Little simz's exquisite rapping adds to the groove.
No.2
Through Enough
VanJess, GoldLink
Vanjess's vocals have a very low, dusky sound that really sticks with you. The casual conga-like sound is really cool, and Goldlink's rap in the latter half of the song is a complete knockout.
No.03
Sugar Honey Iced Tea (S.H.I.T.)
Princess Nokia
I think I have listened to her music the most this year. I admire her message, her style, and as a human being. I listen to her songs before work to get me fired up.
No.04
Best Friend
Ady Suleiman
I listened to Ady Suleiman's Thoughts & Moments vo.1 mixtape a lot over the summer. The melody is just beautiful and perfect for a holiday drive.
No.05
Home
Aaron Taylor
This song really gives me a warm feeling anytime I hear it. When I listen to it on the way home after a tiring day, I feel like crying, that's how much I like this song.
No.06
Honey
Raveena
Anyway, I was attracted to Raveena's (Raveena) sweet voice.
No.07
Can I
Kiana Ledé
I have listened to this song by Kiana Lede (Kiana Lede) a lot. This one in particular has a chord progression and tone that makes me feel a sense of nostalgia.
No.08
I Wish I Missed My Ex
Mahalia
Anyway, the song is addictive and I keep coming back to it over and over again.
No.09
Two Nights
Joy Crookes
Her voice is somewhat like Amy Winehouse (Amy Winehouse). I like her strong presence.
No.10
On Sight
Free Nationals, JID, Kadhija Bonet, MIKNNA
I like the punchy bass. I first heard Kadhija Bonet in this song, but her voice sounds Japanese and I feel nostalgic.
Artists to watch for next year
Little Sims. I had heard the name before, but when I listened to the songs, the tracks and raps were cool and drew me in to listen to more of their music! This is an artist to watch out for.
What are your ambitions for the coming year?
I want to make a lot of experimental music without fear!
Announcements
The band released a new single "24-25" on January 22, and will hold the "iri Spring Tour 2020" at 11 venues across Japan starting in April. The tour final will be held at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST on June 7.iriofficial.com
PROFILE
A singer-songwriter living in Zushi, Kanagawa, Japan, she made her major label debut in 2016 with the album "Groove it," which debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes Store hip-hop/rap chart. Released a campaign song for NIKE WOMEN the following year; toured China and performed at overseas festivals in 2007; released a new single "24-25" in January 2008; plans to hold "iri Spring Tour 2020" starting in April with Shinkiba STUDIO COAST as the final stop.
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