Multi-modal Soul
Yemi Bolatiwa
I Need To Change LIVE @ Hope Mill Studios (One--shot video)
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Independent soul artist and sought-after topline vocalist Yemi Bolatiwa has worked across genres with Josh Butler, Benny Page, Chimpo, Halogenix, Metrodome, Lauren Lo Sung, Antony Szmeirek, Obeka, Danny Howard, The 745s. Stepping into her own lane of soulful r&b, and on the brink of her debut album this powerful and versatile artist's live sound blends deep soulful textures, jazzy riffs and luxurious viola strings.As current awardee of the MOBOs Amplified Scheme and member of the MOBO’s Class of 2026, soul fusion artist Yemi Bolatiwa is ready to share her fresh sounds. No stranger to the airwaves, she has plays on BBC Radio 1, 1xtra, Kiss FM, 6 Music, BBC Introducing, Soho Radio, Reprezent Radio, BBC Manchester and more to her name.“Smooth and powerful, rooted in ’90s and early 2000s R&B melodies”, - Hunger Magazine“A versatile vocalist, at home on an infectious pop song or a confessional soul track. There’s an effortlessness and smoothness to her delivery.” – Crack Magazine
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FULL BIOGRAPHY
Her original work has led to supporting the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Submotion Orchestra, Riot Jazz, The Skints, Kofi Stone, Ezra Collective and Annie & The Caldwells.With an album of fresh soulful R&B material the new repertoire journeys through '90s nostalgia and bouncy soul fusion, expect tones inspired by the likes of Toni Braxton and Brandy, Mary J Blige, and a soothing style akin to the vocal tones of Sade and Lianne La Havas.She is no stranger to the stage, having played almost all of Manchester's most iconic venues Deaf Institute, Gorilla, Blues Kitchen, Band on the wall, O2 Ritz to name a few, and has played at venues across the country in all major national cities, as well as a few appearances as part of the So Far Sound series. Her vocal experience boasts shows in the capital, including The Troubadour, Dalston Eastern Curve, Hootananny Brixton and many more. Festival appearances include Boomtown Festival, Kendal Calling, Tramlines Festival, Beat Herder, Soundwave (Croatia), Nass Fest, Manchester Jazz Festival, Manchester International Festival, Mandrea (Italy) Kendal Calling, Wilderness and Moovin.Smooth powerful melodies are the hero of her live shows, demonstrating professional, self-taught prowess with her smoothness. The audience knows they are in safe hands with this emerging confessional soul talent.