‘Odelet – Raindance’ is a captivating, mesmerizing blend of R&B, soul, ambient, and dub.
Odelet is a multi-dimensional artist based in California. As such, her influences come from everything that she expresses as art in her time and space. She paints, produces, sings, writes, and much more. The genre she places her music in is called Surrealist R&B, characterized by soulful vocalizations, dreamy atmospherics, and minimal beats & instrumentation. It’s one to keep in mind.
‘Raindance’ is the title track, part of her latest album release. 10 tracks, each as experimental, expressive, and immersive as the next. If there ever were an album to listen to from start to finish, to be transported by the artist into a dreamy, ever-shifting sonic soundscape, it would be this one.
The track opens with a steady drum track beat and the gentlest of piano notes. Odelet’s tender crooning vocals enter, and it captivates the listener right away. Her vocals convey a deep sense of longing. The words don’t seem to matter much; rather, its the underlying emotion behind them that is felt through. Her vocals chart their path of expression through the track. Ranging from soft, short whispers to the most touching, commanding, soul-elevating vibratos, Odelet’s vocal range is stunning. There’s a free-flowing spontaneity to her vocals that keeps the listener on edge, never knowing what to expect.
The lush, rich audio quality and production allow for a concerto-like listening experience. Close your eyes and give this a listen, and you may feel like Odelet is singing from just a few feet away. There’s an immersive, soul-touching quality to this that’s unmatched. You will feel the evocative, resonant effects of this long after the track concludes. We look forward to listening to diving headfirst into the entire album!
