Band on the Wall Recordings is delighted to present the first release from The Singles Club; a body of new work for 2021 that celebrates the artistic practice and far-reaching talents of one of its favourite artists.
A rising star in a flourishing Manchester music scene, neo soul vocalist & songwriter Mali Hayes steps in a new direction for The Singles Club. Calling on past sounds, she breathes new life into previous work, combining vibrant real-life stories with honesty and soul, resulting in a release that is refreshing, infectious and dynamic.
The record opens with ‘Forgive You’ – a climbing composition that envelopes from delicately nuanced vocal melodies and washed-out synth sweeps, through blossoming harmony and big dynamics, to driving neo soul. A shift that is moving for the listener both in Mali’s impressive vocal journey and through the colourful backdrop of Medikul & Cult Architect’s lush production.
‘Come Closer’ further exhibits Mali’s vocal abilities, intertwining wistful jazz and wandering melodies into a beautiful arrangement that places the listener in intimate surroundings.
The Singles Club with Mali Hayes represents the first in a new series from Band on the Wall Recordings, with more singles from a spectrum of artists scheduled for release across 2021.
Special thanks to Mali, Medikul, Cult Architect & Yvonne for the music, to Mike & Sian for the art and to all at Band on the Wall for their ongoing support.
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released July 17, 2021
Forgive You
Written by: Medikul, Cult Architect, Mali Hayes
Produced by: Medikul, Cult Architect
Mixing: Yvonne Ellis, Mali Hayes
Come Closer
Written, Recorded, Vocals, Guitar: Mali Hayes
Mixing: Yvonne Ellis
Compiled by Jonah Baldwin
Art & Design by Mikesianstudio
Mastered by George at 80 Hertz
supported by 11 fans who also own “Forgive You / Come Closer”
Like so many others, this came like a bolt out of the blue and, even though it's well before payday, I had to have this astonishing album on vinyl to prove it exists. The feel of the tunes makes me feel like the Impressions do, Curtis Mayfield, the big spaces and instinctive horns and stuff drifting in and out. Great grooves and I can see lots of ghosts nodding along to this with big smiles on their faces. At last! Anthony Cottrell
The latest from Saskatoon bassist vbnd is full of smooth, smoldering funk songs, powered by his strolling bottom-end melodies. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 21, 2021