Discover the Unique Sound of Rising Star La’Monte on ‘She’s Around’
La’Monte, a rapper and R&B artist based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has recently released his debut EP, “She’s Around,” which is available for download on all major streaming platforms. The EP consists of four original songs with a mix of jazz influences, calming piano melodies, orchestral forms, and acoustic rhythms.
La’Monte’s EP showcases his musical versatility and creative potential as both a trained pianist and self-taught singer/songwriter. As a result, the album has a genuine and authentic feel, similar to many singer/songwriter projects. The generational representation of intimacy is a common theme that runs through each track, allowing La’Monte’s musical talents to shine.
The EP starts off with “All I Ever Need is Her,” which has a subtle, moderate tempo and instrument decay with a jazz delivery that is both mellow and alluring. “Tonight” features low-fidelity piano notes that contrast and complement the third track, “She’s Around,” which brings in the sounds of the banjo inspired by the karate films of the 1970s. The EP concludes with “Take it Slow,” an outro track that brings the listener back to the jazz influences in which the album starts.
La’Monte’s musical abilities have been honed over the years, and he learned to play the piano in just a year from a master musician when he was a teenager. He started creating music with rap and later expanded his musical abilities with vocals, drawing inspiration from pop and vintage R&B. La’Monte’s passion for music and artistic expression is evident in the EP and is further reflected in his creative ventures, which includes creating traditional 2D content for other artists and producing comedic shorts.
La’Monte’s EP is an impressive debut that showcases his eclectic mix of musical influences. The EP is modern yet takes listeners back in time with its nostalgic sounds. Overall, La’Monte’s debut EP displays his musical versatility and promising potential as an artist.
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