New Music Critique: Maia Zakay

Production9
Lyrics8
Music7
Vocals7
Musicianship8
7.8

We hear good flows in these songs from Maia Zakay, whose lyrics focus on the diverse dimensions of human interaction, be they emotional or sensual. Above all, Zakay’s producer/co-creators bring a high level of artistry to these recordings, creating multi-layered soundscapes for her solid, appealing voice to inhabit. Can someone be too nice? That’s the sometimes troubling issue Zakay explores on “2 Nice.” She shifts to a sunnier outlook on “How Lucky,” whose beat has layering and effects that are alluring. Same goes for the sexy comeon, “Rooftop,” a sonically skill-drenched production that perfectly conveys the power of physical attraction. No reason why a label shouldn’t check out this artist.

Contact: [email protected]

Web: maiazakay.com

Seeking: Label, Film/TV, Distr., Radio

Style: R&B/Pop