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Clara’s Debut Music Video for “Parentheses” Showcases a Rising Star’s Unique Blend of Soul and Authenticity
Emerging singer-songwriter Clara, known for her captivating soulful voice and genre-blending sound, has released her highly anticipated debut music video for her latest single, “Parentheses”.
Hailing from Maine, Clara’s musical roots run deep. Surrounded by music from a young age, she drew inspiration from jazz and piano legends like James Booker, Ray Charles, and Fats Waller. As she honed her own style, she incorporated influences from iconic singers such as Amy Winehouse, Erykah Badu, Billie Holiday, SZA, and Janis Joplin. The result is a unique sound that fuses elements of jazz, soul, and contemporary pop, creating a rich and emotive musical experience.
Clara’s journey into music took a pivotal turn four years ago when she moved to New York City to fully immerse herself in her passion. Since then, she has become an integral part of the city’s vibrant music scene, writing and releasing five singles that highlight her evolving artistry. Her music is marked by authenticity, capturing raw emotions that resonate deeply with listeners.
In 2019, Clara’s collaboration on the song “Euphoria and Nosebleeds” garnered unexpected success, amassing nearly 1.2 million streams on Spotify. This breakthrough moment propelled her to commit entirely to her music career. Since then, Clara has refined her craft, connecting with fellow artists, accessing studio resources, and performing at renowned venues such as Rockwood Music Hall, The Sultan Room, and Littlefield.
“Parentheses,” Clara’s latest single, represents a significant milestone in her career with the release of her first music video. The song and its accompanying visuals are expected to deliver the depth and intentionality that her fans have come to expect. Clara’s music is a testament to her belief in the power of authenticity and her desire to explore different genres without being confined to one style.
In Clara’s own words, “It’s really important for me to be intentional with each project that I do as it represents me, my life, and my journey as an artist. Self-expression is a gift that’s not lost on me, and I’m always hungry to create more, explore new genres, and continue to grow. I want to stay as authentic as possible, and I think people can tell when someone is being genuine and earnest. Music is something where we can share experiences and find community; it makes us feel less alone. When I make music and express myself, it also helps me feel more connected to the world around me.”
The music video for “Parentheses” is poised to further establish Clara as a dynamic and versatile artist within the music industry. With a growing fanbase and a promising future, Clara is undoubtedly a name to watch as she continues to make her mark on the New York City music scene and beyond. Her dedication to authenticity and genre exploration ensures that her journey will be as compelling as her music.
This October, Hip-hop inna yardie style (old school fusion between reggae and hip-hop) collective L’Entourloop are set to rock UK stages, with shows in Liverpool, London & Bristol. Their Bristol date at The Trinity Center and their first London date at Village Underground are already SOLD OUT, leading to a second London date being added to deal with the high demand that L’Entourloop’s unforgettable shows create.
The dates will see L’entourloop hitting higher than ever as they perform tracks from their huge back catalogue, as well as their latest 20 track album “La clarté dans la confusion” (“Clarity in Confusion”).
Produced in their now legendary Bandulu Studio, the new album is a result of a patient production process, carried out with care and passion. Throughout the album, L’Entourloop testifies in its own way via a puzzle of film samples, of this strange period that we have just gone through collectively, using all its savoir faire when it comes to make the people dance.
Since 1964, when the song “My Boy Lollipop” flooded the European radio airwaves, L’Entourloop’s love for reggae and its culture has never stopped growing. With this third album, they wanted to pay tribute to the legendary pioneers of this incredible movement – artists and producers such as Tom Wong, Count Machuki, Prince Buster and Lee “Scratch” Perry. An album which is a true declaration of love for soundsystem culture and its children – reggae, dancehall and hip-hop.
The success of their previous albums “Chickens in Your Town” (2015) and “Le Savoir Faire” (2017), with their famous “Banging Hip-Hop Inna Yardie Style” quickly brought L’Entourloop into the spotlight, along with their hundreds of shows performed all over Europe. The mysterious collective continues to bring together an ever-growing audience around the world, as proved by their hundreds of millions of plays on music platforms.
True lovers of vinyl and old cinema, in their perpetual quest for the ultimate sample, the insatiable diggers kept their fans waiting by first dropping the excellent DJ-Mix “Start From Scratch” in the summer of 2021, followed by a series of 3 official remixes, including the Reunion Island anthem “Li Sem”.
Another striking characteristic of L’Entourloop is the great ability of King James and Sir Johnny to gather incredible guests from around the world. Whether with Skarra Mucci and their now classic “Dreader Than Dread” or their excellent EP “Golden Nuggets” (2019), Capleton for the extravagant remix of “Burn Dem Down”, producer Panda Dub they collaborated with on “Le Bonheur” or French singer Biga Ranx for their hit “Push The Limits”, L’Entourloop has the gift of giving birth to collaborations that mark the spirits.
With no less than 32 guests from all over the world, MCs fling lyrics like guns like in a western movie and the new album is no exception!
On the reggae side, Jamaican legends such as Ken Boothe and Bounty Killer meet new generation stars such as Alborosie, Kabaka Pyramid, Queen Omega and Marcus Gad. On the hip-hop side Chali 2Na from legendary US group Jurassic 5, Swedish MC Promoe from Looptroop Rockers, US rapper Rêverie, the excellent JuJu Rogers, French beatmaker Degiheugi and the irresistible South African female rapper Dope St Jude all make appearances.
The UK vibe can also be felt with features from jungle and dancehall pioneers General Levy and Tippa Irie as well as heavyweights of the grime scene Flowdan, Lady Chann and Killa P. Fellow French artists are also in the spotlight with guests such as Big Red, O.B.F and Manudigital. To complete this amazing cast, L’Entourloop has once again called on the incomparable Troy Berkley from Bermuda and the talented trumpeter N’Zeng, formerly of Le Peuple de l’Herbe, to accompany the collective on the road alongwith a new addition – excellent Dutch rapper BlabberMouf, who has just joined the killer new live show.
L’Entourloop UK Tour 2024
05/10/2024- Liverpool (UK)- Hangar 34
06/10/2024- London (UK)- Village Underground – SOLD OUT
07/10/2024- London (UK)- Village Underground
08/10/2024- Bristol (UK)- Trinity Center- SOLD OUT
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