Renowned artist Goapele has released her highly anticipated seventh studio album, COLOURS, independently on Skyblaze Recordings. The album showcases her unique artistry, blending sensuality and deep emotions. Hailing from Oakland, CA, Goapele’s diverse background and musical education at Berkeley School of Music are the foundation for her compelling compositions.
Since her 2001 hit “Closer,” she has continued to experiment with various music genres, blending soul, R&B, jazz, pop, and bass lines, while infusing her ethereal voice with heartfelt lyrics.
COLOURS features collaborations with other talented musicians, creating a captivating musical journey. The album explores the concept of time in tracks like “Ojai” and “Time Heals,” offering healing and defying conventions in “Color My Heart,” captivating with “Need You,” and exploring feelings of inadequacy in “Enough.” The current single “Purple” brings raw vulnerability to love, setting the album’s tone.
Goapele’s creativity goes beyond music as she incorporates color tones, scents, and stylish apparel to offer a multisensory experience. With her unique gift of synesthesia, she curates scented candles and apparel through her brand Dreamseekers, enhancing the emotional connection with her music.
With a career spanning two decades, Goapele’s music has graced films, TV shows, and soundtracks, cementing her presence in the cultural landscape.
You can listen to COLOURS on major streaming platforms now.
