The
soul singer and songwriter based in England known as Myles Sanko
released his debut “Born in Black & White” to broad critical
and fan acclaim in 2013. Featuring seven original funk and soul
tracks written and performed by Myles himself, this EP was perceived
and played in the style of soul greats such as Bill Withers, Otis
Redding, Al Green and James Brown, all of whom Myles openly names and
proudly as his main musical influences. A stop-to-finish work of deep
grooves and jazzy musical knowledge, Now “Born in Black &
White” is followed
up by Myles Sanko’s first full-length album “Forever Dreaming”.
Dubbed
as the lovechild of soul music, Myles Sanko began his music career by
singing and rapping alongside disc jockeys in nightclubs. He has
fronted popular bands such as Bijoumiyo, plus working with funk kings
Speedometer who were touring with James Brown's 35 years soul sister
Ms Martha High. “My intention,” writes Myles, “is to produce
music with a feel good vibe and lyrical content that makes my
listeners think.” In order to select an appropriate collection of
compositions for professional recording in the studio, Myles uploaded
live videos of himself giving acoustic performances to the internet.
He then invited his bevy of fans throughout Europe to give their
opinions regarding which tracks would best fit his debut EP release.
This interactive spirit, which has guided Myles's solo career to
date, reveals much about his humanist spirit, genial character, and
artistic integrity.
“I
want my music to be a place to feel alive,” says Myles Sanko. “True
motivation is the reaction I get from my audience when I perform, and
I intend on making music that I love listening to. It’s the only
way to stay authentic and to not lose yourself in all the other
musical influences out there.” With his eight piece band Rick
Hudson (drums), Neil Cowlan (guitar), Tiago Coimbra (bass), Tom
O'Grady (piano/Rhodes), Neil Penny (trumpet), Matt Mckay
(saxophone/flute), Tom White (trombone) and Ric Elsworth (percussion)
Myles Sanko 10 versatile compositions Myles wrote with his longtime
songwriting partner Thierry Los from France. Styles are ranging from
the melodic soul-jazz oft he title track „Forever Dreaming“
through the spiritual acid jazz of „Take A Look At Me Now“ to the
energetic soul dancer „Shooting Star“.
“Forever
Dreaming” is released P-Vine Records (Japan) and LégèreRecordings (Europe), accompanied by a UK and small European tour to
spread the good word.
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