Konyikeh’s voice is impossible to ignore

thefader.com:

In an era of smooth, stream-friendly music that often slips into the background Konyikeh stands out instantly. Her voice, rich and velvety yet textured enough to make her songs ache on a deep level, is something of a behemoth.

On debut single "Sorrow," which is premiering below, Konyikeh sings from the position of inexperience. Written when she was just 13, the song speaks about love, loss, and all that falls between with an anticipatory tone.

Like a balloon slowly inflating, it's a song that grows in size and disguises the gaps between its surfaces. The "Sorrow" video merges themes of family and religion to create a sober tableau set on a group photo shoot.

For Konyikeh family is important. As a child her mom would play her classical music alongside Destiny's Child albums, offering her a diverse window into musical history.