An English band inspired by Brazil, SUM . sum He returned with his multi-rhythmic, varied and rich music on the album “Jellyfish”. With 10 years of history, an EP, and an album in their baggage, the group invites you to dive deep into human issues, delve into mental health and family ties, to leave the other side in search of hope. vocals and guitar Arthur TeksilskyBased in England for nearly two decades, this dance run is Brazilian, African, progressive, jazz and experimental.
Soma Soma brings her name to her multicultural identity by nature. Formed in Bristol, absorbing the influence of African communities in the region, the group includes eight instrumentalists who share an interest in the Brazilian sound and an expanded vision of music, without being restricted by genre designations and formulas. The result is a seven-track album in which the voice and personal maturity of its members are manifested in poetic songs in Portuguese and in ambitious arrangements guided by experience. Besides Artur, the band was formed by Johnny Pryor (guitar), hello mason (drums), Bridget Shourch (Beating) , Stevie Toddler (short), Rory Macpherson (Sachs), Tamblyn piers (Sachs) and Danny Wallington (piano).
“Água Viva” is SOMA SOMA’s second album and represents a transitional moment of changes. The work deals with intimate topics, and life decisions that for some members became life-changing.
The disc opens with one “My father”, which is a reflection of the winning fatherhood in a clip recorded with Artur and his father in Brazil. Then one too “like a baby” It’s a song about getting old without taking life too seriously and enjoying this adventure with your partner. “November” it’s a “Literally about not being able to adapt to the English cold even living here for so many years”Arthur summarizes. “yellow morning” It’s simply about feeling really comfortable – and features the only English-sung part of the entire album (“Consolation, lonely”).
Previously “Jellyfish” It deals with how we should learn to deal with our fears and insecurities. “We must accept ourselves and believe that there are difficulties simply that make us stronger and wiser beings. Talking about our state of mind is still a taboo. We need to hug each other more”Arthur reflects. Walk towards the end, vignette “Medication” is the precision of the previous song, and “Bossa Bossa” It is a lullaby for the listener to absorb everything he has just heard. “Água Viva is an epic, a journey that very well describes our journey as human beings SOMA SOMA”Singer-songwriter completes.
The band has enhanced their unique style and unconventional compositions since the release of their first album, “miss”, in 2019. The idea is to bridge the distances between its base in the UK and its roots in Brazil with positive and vibrant songs. The group toured the southwest of the UK, including a show sold out at Bristol’s legendary The Jam Jar.
Now, SOMA SOMA is looking to the future with the release of “Água Viva”, which is already available on the platforms – while the band is currently working on their third album.
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