Hip Hop duo OthaSoul have returned with their latest single ‘Almost Grown’. The new offering introduces a variation in sound since we last heard from OthaSoul, with Louis VI and Dozer Carter’s solo escapades helping them to form a new sonic direction for the group. ‘Produced by Ruben Joy, ‘Almost Grown’ contains musical elements taken from the Gospel and Electronic genres, as the two emcees … Continue reading Music | OthaSoul – Almost Grown
Louis VI has begun 2019 with his new single ‘Station Wagon’, which sees him assisted by his OthaSoul comrade Dozer Carter. ‘Station Wagon’ is a charismatic example of why Louis VI and Dozer Carter work so well together, with Dozer not only providing a verse but also the 7-minute instrumental on which they both offer plenty of lyrically dexterity. The last music we were given … Continue reading Music | Louis VI Ft. Dozer Carter – Station Wagon
Louis VI has unveiled his debut album Sugar Like Salt, the jazz-infused Hip Hop offering that is indicative of his growth as an artist. The singles that preceded the album’s release are in keeping with the rest of the album’s sonic direction, with Louis VI making references to Jazz throughout via the production. He enlists the likes of Mick Jenkins, Nubya Garcia and Jelani Blackman, among … Continue reading Music | Louis VI – Sugar Like Salt [LP]
Louis VI links up with Jelani Blackman for ‘Floatin” – the introspective track that discusses some of the complexities of a past relationship. The intentionally simplistic nature of the instrumental by Louis VI leaves sufficient space for him and Jelani to use their vocals to dictate the direction and overall vibe of the song, with Jelani’s distinctive low tones juxtaposed with Louis’ higher frequencies. ‘Floatin” is … Continue reading Music | Louis VI Ft. Jelani Blackman – Floatin’
Louis VI has called on the assistance of Nubya Garcia for his latest single ‘Confidence’. The slightly up-tempo instrumental produced by Jowin sees Louis VI explaining how he’s trying to show his counterpart confidence, supported by the saxophone expertise of Nubya Garcia throughout. ‘Confidence’ is Louis’ third single of 2018, following ‘Free Your Mind’ and ‘Jazz Got Me’ as he builds toward the release of … Continue reading Music | Louis VI Ft. Nubya Garcia – Confidence
Louis VI has continued his journey toward his next project with ‘Jazz Got Me’, his second single in a matter of weeks. The track, which is produced by Louis VI himself, is of a relatively quick pace and has, as the title hints, multiple elements of Jazz influence, including a commanding bassline. Louis comfortably picks suitable pockets to express himself within, while the transition into … Continue reading Music | Louis VI Ft. Mick Jenkins – Jazz Got Me
OthaSoul emcee Louis VI has unveiled ‘Free Your Mind’ – the first single from his forthcoming project. The video (directed by Nick Rutter) fits a trend of fantastically engaging visuals that Louis VI has accompanied with his music of late, with the Jowin-produced track itself being a comprehensive example of the artist’s evolving musical repertoire. Louis hasn’t revealed many other details about his next project, … Continue reading Music | Louis VI – Free Your Mind [Video]
Louis VI and Alfonzo Franke have collaborated on a short film to partner Louis’ most recent project, Lonely Road Of The Dreamer. The short features two tracks from the aforementioned EP – ‘Please Be There’ and ‘Free Parking’ – while illustrating “a journey of three artists of colour; a musician, a dancer & and an actress. All dreamers trying to escape the darkness of the … Continue reading Media | Louis VI & Alfonzo Franke – Lonely Road Of The Dreamer [Short Film]
Louis VI has dropped ‘More Water (Like Water Interlude)’ – a new single that acts as a bridge toward his forthcoming EP. The VMLR & Louis VI-produced track begins with the jazz-influenced sounds that Louis’ Lonely Road Of The Dreamer project was soaked in, before switching to a more upbeat tempo that gives song an infectious bounce. The mantra-like hook of “More water, more life” is … Continue reading Music | Louis VI – More Water (Like Water Interlude)
Louis VI has made his debut Sofar London appearance, performing his song ‘Space Dust’ from his EP, Lonely Road Of The Dreamer. The live rendition is given life by David Mrakpor, Yohan Black & Errol andwot, who make up the band and add an extra element of emotion to the song, allowing Louis to elaborate on the studio version. Watch the Sofar London perfomance of ‘Space Dust’ … Continue reading Music | Louis VI – Space Dust (Sofar London) [Video]
After sharing the singles, ‘Free Parking’ and ‘Question Mark’, in addition to the visuals for ‘Chasing Me’, Louis VI has released his EP, Lonely Road Of The Dreamer. The eclectic, 8-track project is a thought-provoking journey through the mind state of the OthaSoul emcee, who moves away from the traditional Hip Hop sound that we’re used to from the aforementioned group. However, he calls on fellow OthaSoul members, … Continue reading Music | Louis VI – Lonely Road Of The Dreamer [EP]
Within Hip Hop culture, determining one’s Top 5 is a debate that will seemingly continue forever. So, with that being said, I’ve asked artists to share and justify their Top 5 selections… Louis VI – Top 5 Albums* Isaiah Rashad – Cilvia Demo “When this came out I was going through a very dark time in my life. I was lost and I was set … Continue reading Top 5’s | Louis VI
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