Off the back of two stunning singles already released this year, eclectic jazz songstress Violet Greens shares another statement of intent, this time encased into a deliciously light and playful gem, ‘Repartee’. Raising the pace up, the record delivers a charmingly vintage jazz-funk instrumental, built over eclectic drums, soul-infused percussions, sharp basslines and an authoritative horn section. The flute solo in the middle takes us back to the 70s.
Of course, none of that would matter without Greens’ hypnotising vocals crowning the whole track. Once again, we take notice of her incredible range and near-perfect pitch, signalling the work of an artist that’s not only an enlighted creative but also a technically proficient performer. Having received attention from the likes of When The Horn Blows, Wordplay Magazine and Darkus Magazine, among others, Violet seems to be destined for bigger stages and wider audiences.
Exploring the difficulties in keeping at bay the many thoughts wandering her mind, Greens delves into the lyricism behind ‘Repartee’: “I believe that when we criticise ourselves for something, it’s often rooted in either an issue with our ego or a fear of judgement from others or society, both of which stem from feelings of inferiority. I think it’s important to remind ourselves that making mistakes is absolutely human, and by avoiding them, we deprive ourselves of the chance to grow.”
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