Blending afrobeat grooves and modern jazz stylings, ‘Joy’ is the perfect trait d’union between Helen Ibe’s local roots and her international guitar references. A talented virtuoso of the instrument, the Lagos-based musician and composer has been slowly amassing a sizeable following on YouTube and social media, showcasing her guitar skills in a series of original videos.
‘Joy’ is the latest single from the project, and sees Ibe indulging in a George Benson-Esque sonic exploration, laying her solos and intricate melodies over elegant yet fuzzy guitar tones. Bouncy rhythms help the record come to life in a euphoric package of eclecticism and musical prowess.
Describing the track as “a statement of gratitude and joy for the little and big blessing in life that we take for granted”, Helen Ibe mirrors her welcoming and playful character, almost hiding the immense technical knowledge and instrumental skills behind the whole project. It’s clear that Ibe is first and foremost a gifted musician and creative, and we are confident she will bloom into a global phenomenon soon.
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