Imani Nichele has dropped off a fresh EP, titled dramaqueen.. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Imani began her career as a spoken word artist and quickly gained recognition for her poignant and thought-provoking poetry. In 2018, she was named Detroit’s Youth Poet Laureate, a testament to her incredible talent and dedication to her craft. Since then, she has gone on to release potent music that is a blend of hip-hop, soul, and R&B, with a focus on social justice, self-love, and empowerment.
dramaqueen. is characterized by tapestries of rich, dark instruments that weave atop pulsating rhythm sections. Imani delivers poignant, vividly personal narratives that suit the thoughtful nature of the beats. Her voice is calm and confident, and her lyrics sharply-crafted and intentional. “SelfPortrait.” captures her penchant for introspection atop watery, nocturnal keys and punchy drums, while “MixedUp.” provides a project highlight with its infectious songwriting and emotionally layered performance. Give dramaqueen. a listen here now.
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