Dazzling New Single From Toronto Neo-Soul Artist, Aphrose, Casts a Tidal Wave of Roller-Soul Groove

Upcoming Single “YaYa” From Forthcoming Album Delivers Spellbinding Rhythms and  Explosive Harmonies From an Artist Steeped in the Tradition of Soul

Release Date: July 7 2023

With her unbelievable vocal range, 70’s Soul era informed sound, and captivating rhythms, Canadian artist, Aphrose, (Joanna Mohammed) delivers Neo-Soul at its very best. Her dazzling, modern take on R&B and Soul features the authenticity of interactive live instruments with untouched vocal dexterity that nearly personify her sound. Aphrose’s truly explosive voice, relatable lyrics, and glittery melodies have made her impossible to ignore. The Scarborough native was raised by Trinidadian parents who owned a record store on Toronto’s West side, exposing her to the Soulful delights of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, and Michael Jackson. After Canadian legend Chantal Kreviazuk heard her on the radio, she reached out to Aphrose directly and invited her to open for her and husband Raine Maida’s Moon vs. Sun tour. Along with singing backup for Daniel Caesar, Lee Fields & The Expressions, Jessie Reyez, and Charlotte Day Wilson, Aphrose has been featured in Exclaim!, on CBC Music’s First Play along with The Block, and has been reviewed in Earmilk. With her music now being played across the United States as well as Canada, Aphrose is making her unique mark in the Canadian Neo-Soul landscape, delivering the highest caliber music with out-of-this-world vocals, impeccable production, and unforgettable melodies that transport listeners to a different realm. Fresh off the successful release of her first single of 2023 titled “Good Love”, Aphrose is gearing up to release a brand new, sensational up-tempo track titled “YaYa” on Friday, July 7 2023.

Written by Aphrose and her longtime production team, SafeSpaceship (Scott McCannell, Chino DeVilla and Ben Macdonald) who also play the instruments on the track, “YaYa” marks the first non-vocal production credit Aphrose has received for her contributions in programming the 808 drums on the song. Background vocals on YaYa are performed by Aphrose and Kyla Charter.

About “YaYa”:

With its glittery, Roller-Soul groove, Aphrose’s latest single “YaYa” glowingly personifies the feeling of being in love. The feel-good, uptempo song features an inescapable rhythm that envelopes listeners in exuberant harmonies, celebratory lyrics, and a flourishing melody. Given the classic Aphrose treatment, “YaYa” is notably infused with styles from different music eras, uniting 70’s Soul, 80’s Roller-Disco, and 90’s House vocal harmonies. A love song that steers clear of the negatives in relationships, “YaYa” focuses on joyful infatuation, using universal elements that include the sun, moon, stars, and gravity to paint the picture of a feeling as brilliant as the night sky. Featuring instrumentation by production trio SafeSpaceship, “YaYa” features Scott McCannell on bass, synth, and drum programming, Chino DeVilla on drums, synth, and drum programming and Ben Macdonald on keys and synth. With the funky bounce of the bass, shimmering keyboards, and the intricate vintage timbre of the drums, “YaYa” is a standout, sticky and sweet masterpiece that feels as good as it sounds.

From Aphrose:

“YaYa was like a tonic in the recording process. As opposed to unpacking generational trauma or the challenges of relationships, we just had fun. This song is about feeling so enamoured with a love that being with them defies space, time, even gravity, and makes you feel as if you’ve been transported to another dimension.”

Upcoming Events:

Tuesday, July 4 – Casa Loma – Soul In the City w/Sean Jones” – Info

Friday, July 14 – Toronto Pearson Airport – YYZ Live – Info

Monday, July 31 – Live @ The Clark – presented by Waveland Canada & City Hall Live 

Free Event – Info

Friday, August 18 – Yonge and Dundas Square – Info

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