The Young Brother Elmiene
@elmiene is Billboard’s R&B Rookie for February.
Since going viral in 2021 with his cover of D’Angelo’s “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” the British-Sudanese singer-songwriter has captivated fans with a voice described as angelic, buttery smooth and unadulterated. His 2024 NPR Tiny Desk Concert, now past 1.5 million views, only deepened the buzz, alongside co-signs from Missy Elliott and Questlove, a Louis Vuitton runway moment for “Golden,” and major award nominations on both sides of the Atlantic.
Now, after a run of acclaimed EPs, Elmiene is stepping into a new chapter with his debut album, ‘Sounds for Someone,’ arriving March 27 via Def Jam. The 12-track set features collaborations with Raphael Saadiq, No I.D. and Sampha, and includes standout singles “Reclusive“, “Cry Against the Wind” and “I Want In”
Blessings,
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