Musician/Band: Nikita Kering
Album: A Side of Me EP
Genre: R&B
Release Date: 24th June 2021
Label: This Compilation
Nikita Kering is a 19-year old, award-winning Kenyan singer-songwriter who recently graduated from Brookhouse School (June 2020) with a Diploma in Business and Technology in Music (BTEC Music). Some of her remarkable accolades so far include Afrimma Revelation of the African Continent, Best Female Artist in EA (2019), and Em-Pawa Africa –Top 10 in Africa.
Kering’s debut 7 track ‘A Side of Me’ EP is a masterpiece, a compilation of what you’ve seen / heard & what you haven’t. She bridges relatable situations, experiences and stories, creatively coming up with a body of work that people could identify with.
The EP is a work of art that clearly showcases her artistic vibe & energy. She released new visuals to tracks, “Ex” and “Crossing Lines” off the EP.
The song-writing on "Ex" paired with the stunning vocals and international pop-style beats make obvious Nikita's crossover appeal as well as her undeniable talent.
The ballads take you through Nikita’s growth in the industry. The tape is entirely produced and sound engineered by the legendary So Fresh.
Her powerful vocals paired with her phenomenal songwriting skills are out of this world! At 19, her EP is a milestone in her musical journey so far.
Her continued rise can only be a good thing for Kenya's music industry.
The other songs on the track list include; Forget (Intro), Where you been, Never let you go, Better than ever, and Never Let you Go- Acoustic.
Rating: 8/10