Etana
As we head into what we hope is a sizzling and sultry British summer, you need to find the perfect musical accompaniment for days spent soaking up the sunshine or early evenings in the open air watching the sun go down.Let us introduce you to Jamaican soul sensation Etana. With the same velvety richness in her voice as Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Corrine Bailey Rae and India Arie, this prolific female vocalist has one of the best voices in present day reggae.Etana’s debut album The Strong One out on June 26th combines flawlessly pure vocals with soft, soothing melodies. It contains a captivating and emotive mix of music and lyrics which observes and celebrates the joys and struggles of life and love.The powerful but gentle tone of her voice and the beautiful melodies that she creates will help uplift your spirits even when the sun is not shining, ensuring that The Strong One will be amongst the ultimate soundtracks of this summer.According to Vibe Magazine, “At 23, she has already established herself as a formidable performer and songwriter whose music and reputation precedes her.” The spirited and soulful singer/songwriter incorporates elements of jazz, pop, soul and reggae into her music, and though she is not one to subscribe to labels, Etana describes her brand of music as soul reggae – “It is straight from the heart, straight from the soul, straight from the people and everyday life.”