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BRAJ Embraces No Limits On The Intense Emotional Journey On ‘Overview’

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The dynamic duo, Jordan Kellaway and Nev Benjamin, are the masterminds behind BRAJ. They are gearing up to drop their highly-anticipated new track ‘Overview’ on September 7, 2023. The song, which has a bright, summery mood with pop and R&B influences, expresses the universal desire to anticipate the fate of a relationship before joining it.

Jordan Kellaway (vocalist) and Nev Benjamin (producer) are the ingenious minds that birthed BRAJ. Their irresistible sounds are delivered from 2000s R&B mixed with the freshest pop vibes of today. But cling on tight as their strategy has nothing to do with predictability. These two musicians don’t believe in following the rules or being cautious with their artistry. They reverse the script for each fresh production to make sure that no two songs are ever misinterpreted for twins.

Get ready for an intense emotional journey as you listen to each song, with Jordan’s words serving as the conductor that tugs at your heartstrings. His words encapsulate emotions you never realised needed a soundtrack. In the meanwhile, don’t be shocked if your head nods involuntarily and your feet begin to tap. Everything is a result of Nev’s infectious production and soundscapes. His creations of rhythms are so contagious that they almost force your body to groove.

Jordan’s melodic guitar line and Nev’s silky bass line are the highlights of this song. The track’s percussion and drums truly bring everything together and give it its own identity as it alternates between trap beats and indie-pop textures. Naturally, the last chorus was going all out, utilizing even more distorted guitars, layered synthesizers, and Jordan’s powerful vocal delivery.

BRAJ comments on the track, “‘Overview’ encapsulates the universally relatable desire to foresee a relationship’s trajectory before diving in. This concept takes center stage as the track seamlessly oscillates between vibey surf rock riffs and anthemic trap beats. Jordan Kellaway’s vocals passionately beseech listeners for such prescience, delivered through catchy melodies and an emotive, bittersweet, and energetically charged performance. In the background, Nev Benjamin’s masterful basslines and production work synergistically to amplify the track’s sentiment, creating an instrumental landscape that resonates deeply with the song’s core theme.”

So prepare to be amazed, touched, and inspired to dance by the fantastic musical work that is BRAJ. There are no limits to the audio adventures you are about to go on with Jordan Kellaway and Nev Benjamin in charge.

‘Overview’ is available on all streaming platforms.

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Emily Saunders releases summery jazz-fusion banger ‘Blue Skies Forever’

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Critically acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and producer, Emily Saunders has just released ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ — her upbeat, soul-infused album that blends smoky vocals with jazz-fusion and folk-pop sensuality. Saunders crafts a deeply personal and emotional soundscape, evoking magical nights filled with warmth, connection, and freedom. Her songs inspire hope and healing, embodying a belief in music’s power to uplift and transform.

The next single to come from the album is the record’s opener ‘Blue Skies Forever’, an epic, uplifting track bubbling with vibrancy. The track’s multi-layered vocals and ethereal melodies radiate sunshine, positivity, and love. Its glistening sunshine-soaked, funk-infused vibes are perfect for the balmy summer months, as we harness the glorious energy of the beautiful blue skies around us.

Emily’s works are celebrated for their innovation and emotional depth, and ‘Blue Skies Forever’ is no exception, delivering a powerful message through her signature sound. Creating a unique fusion, she brings an infectious energy and comforting richness to every note, seamlessly blending virtuosity and adventurous musicianship of the highest order. Future-jazz and Brazilian-inspired, Saunders writes hooky basslines underpinning her riffs and grooves with an irresistibly catchy pop sensibility. At the core of ‘Blue Skies Forever’ Emily’s soaring, enchanting voice, playfully dances over her infectious melodies and bold music-production, effortlessly weaving its way into the listener’s soul.

“Writing and producing music, creating its riffs, grooves, and a space for my voice and lyrics to fly means the world to me. Blue Skies Forever reaches for the blue skies that always exist above the clouds of everyday life, that despite the troubles in the world around us, hope rises in the human heart and connects us all… somehow and somewhere, the sun shines in blue skies”, says Emily.

Born in Charing Cross, Saunders grew up in Brixton, South London, in a highly musical family, singing from the age of four. But navigating challenging family dynamics in her teens, she sought shelter and support at a local hostel, where she lived for three years from age 16. “These difficult years spurred me on creatively, and music became my safe space, where I transformed the adversity from teenage chaos to a deeper understanding of the impact of sound on those turbulent times. This has been my driving force ever since”, she explains.

Saunders had to dig deep when diagnosed with acute psoriatic arthritis in 2017, leaving her semi-paralyzed, unable to walk, and isolated at home. “It would be easy to ask why me? Why now? But it’s empowering to be free even when everything around you feels like it’s closing in,” says Saunders, who recovered and pushed through the trauma of her disabling injuries to forge an even deeper sound and a determination to self-engineer and fully immerse herself in her music with the freedom to create with no restraints. “Focusing on the creative force within can transform each and every one of us. The trick is to keep believing, keep creating, and keep sharing”, she says.

Her new album ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ is a creation of beauty, strength, and soul. Saunders is at her best, her voice is rich and magnetic, wrapping around melodies with effortless grace and artistry, offering an intimate journey through her world of deep feeling and dynamic sounds. The album conjures the perfect night — the air is warm and sultry, your friends are by your side, and the evening has just begun. Think honey vibes and breathless pop sexiness. Saunders keeps you hooked from the first track. Every note is a reminder to live life with joy and openness.

Dubbed “the Queen of Jazz Fusion,” her engaging, distinctive vocals, and hands-on production blend pop and soul-jazz with echoes of Brazilian beats. With the album, Saunders masterfully balances depth and joy, offering a soul-soothing escape filled with groove, melody, and heart. Expect catchy songs, infectious grooves, and vibrant rhythms. After her critically acclaimed debut album, her follow-up, ‘Outsiders Insiders’, was described by BBC Radio 2’s Jamie Cullum as “absolutely brilliant,” showcasing her artistry with unique compositions praised for their originality. Today, Saunders is unstoppable. Now, on her highly anticipated forthcoming new album, ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’, she has again raised the bar, offering a powerhouse of hits — her best yet, and hailed by critics as the breakout star for 2025.

Saunders’ music has hit the Top 10 on international iTunes and Amazon charts in the UK, USA, Germany, France, and Indonesia, receiving multiple 4-star reviews including: Evening Standard, Guardian, Independent, and Daily Telegraph. Her music has received multiple plays on BBC Radio 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; consistently playlisted on Jazz FM; and receives widespread radio play on national stations across the globe, from US and Japan to Australia, Spain, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Italy, México, Brazil, Turkey, New Zealand, South Korea, and South Africa.

2025 Live Dates:

7th June- Twickenham Exchange Theatre, London.

13th June- Y-Theatre, Leicester.

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