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Soul Alternative artist Kay Soul shares the release of her eagerly anticipated new album, "Heavy Set," a 12-track flavacycle journey through 90s R&B sounds laced with gospel undertones, complemented by HipHop wordplay. With a runtime of just over 37 minutes, the album is a masterclass in progressive, soulful storytelling that welcomes listeners into the intimate diary entries of her soul.
In a description for the LP, Kay Soul says, "Heavy Set" is the diary entries to soul. Amid the pressures to fit a mould of beauty and success set for us, this is an intimate collection that explores themes of self-worth, staying true to oneself, and strength in the face of adversity. Every cut glides over layers of harmonies, atmospheric production, and words that give you brain food and good vibrations for those who need music to hit them in both their heart and soul.
The album kicks off with the lead intro "Heavy Set," and the thrilling track "In Between" is a joyous soul-pop anthem that urges gratitude despite life's unpredictability. If you asked us to highlight a couple of tracks that stood out, one would be "Heavy Heart", taking an emotional look at the baggage we all carry around. At the same time, "Profit a Man" is where Kay's lyrical and soulful storytelling shines. Fans will also be captivated by the cool, gentle embrace of "Earth Angel", the reflective-to-the-core "Shell of Me", and intrigued by the poignant reality of "Fame". Each song has its own perspective, yet it still adds to the cohesive narrative of self-discovery and commentary on society throughout the album.
"Heavy Set" is an album, but it's also a prompt to reflect on how we value ourselves, how we walk through the world, and how we embrace our stories. From the truths of "On the Block" to the uplifting soulful sounds of "You Will Remember Me", Kay Soul is proving to be one formidable presence in modern soul music.
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