Taylor Kelly releases third LP “The Spins”

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Beguiling cross-genre naivety TaylorR Kelly explores the depths of the sonosphere again with her third consciousness-expanding EP, The Spinsuplifting for mind, body and soul from 19 July via Head Bitch Music.

With influences from Break Kaiyote, Butcher Brown, Victoria Monet, Emily KoenigAnd Lianne La Havas To Beyoncé, Anderson.PaakAnd Erykah BaduKelly masterfully creates a musically rich performance from her imagination. Complementing her vocals are percussion and trumpet contributions from Logan Roth (keys, Rhodes, bus synths), Zach Guise (Bass/Key bass), Lonell Johnson III (Keys/Aux Synths), Jamicka Johnson-Hector (Bass), Matt Kepler (Bass), Frankie DeRosa (strings), Eoin Murphy (keys, drum programming, guitar and co-production) and engineers Robby Webb And Ryan Schwabe.

The new collection, The Spinsis her most complete work to date. “The Spins is really me being myself. I’m processing how OCD has taken over my life. I wrote some of the songs before I even knew I had the condition. It’s a lyrical slab with a lot of attention to detail, with textured sounds like trumpets, strings, a myriad of synths and even sound bites from exposure therapy sessions woven in and out of the melody. It was important to me to capture all of me and all of my voices. I really wear it all.” said Kelly.

The The six-song collection was introduced with two fascinating singles: “Take me,” which LeFutureWave explained “a musical spectacle, a highly structured landscape that radiates empowerment,“ and his successor “Fit in.” Tastemaker Outlet Ear milk applauded It is “experimental twist” and you “thrilling performance.”

Born and raised in Rochester, NY, Kelly continues to be the leading light of Philadelphia’s vibrant music scene with her highly personal blend of jazz, soul and funk. She combines her smooth, powerful, technically adept voice with lush hip-hop, electronic textures and complex arrangements. Kelly’s palette is a dynamic blend of moods infused with melodic contours, complex harmonies and authentic, articulate lyricism. Her essence has carved out a niche all her own.

Since 2015, the The Berklee College of Music Graduate has six projects with her song “California“almost a million streams, while audience favorites”Perhaps“ (2021) and “Let you go“ (2023) was heard on radio stations across the country, including the highly acclaimed NPR-Affiliate, WXPN88.5FM in Philadelphia.

Taylor Kelly ‘The Spins’ album cover

On Sunday, July 28, she will celebrate the release of the EP with a big performance in her hometown at Johnny Brenda’san LGBTQ+-friendly venue in downtown Philly that is popular with foodies and music lovers. Also on the bill are Chicago-based collective Human Bloom and Japanese-American multi-instrumentalist Rachel Andie.

Everyone is cordially invited to join the majestic whirlwind The Spins.

Taylor Kelly’s The Spins Tour dates:

07/25 – Baltimore, MD – The 8×10 (with Grayson Moon + Ray Winder)
07/27 – Richmond, VA – Révéler (2:30 p.m.)
07/28 – Philadelphia, PA – Release of Johnny Brenda’s EP (with Human Bloom, Rachel Andie)
01.08. – Columbus, Ohio – Old Towne East Arts (with Mistar Anderson + Ebri Yahoe)
02.08. – Rensselaer, IN – eMbers Station
03.08. – Chicago, IL – Subterranean (with Human Bloom + Jennifer Hall)
04.08. – Pittsburgh, PA – The Cellar, PGH Winery (with INEZ and Back Alley Sound)
8.07. – Bethlehem, PA – Music Festival (Main Stage)
16.08. – Geneseo, NY – Drum roll
08/17 – Syracuse, NY – Funk N Waffles (featuring Sing Trece)

Taylor Kelly ‘The Spins’ 2024 tour poster