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Oyinda
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Origin | London, England |
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Years active | 2014–present |
Oyinda is an English singer, songwriter, and music producer. She lives in New York City. She is known for her emotional and calm pop music. Her songs often have an R&B style.
Oyinda released her first two songs, "Rush of You" and "What Still Remains," in 2014. Rolling Stone magazine called her "R&B's best kept secret" in 2014. They also named her one of the "50 Must-See Acts" at the Lollapalooza music festival.
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Learning Music: Oyinda's College Years
Oyinda studied music at Berklee College of Music. She graduated from this college in 2013.
Oyinda's Music Journey
First Song: "Rush of You" (2014)
Oyinda's very first song was "Rush of You." It came out in early 2014. She produced the song herself and sang the vocals.
The 405 magazine said the song had "delicate harmonies" and "hypnotic production." DIY magazine wrote that the song showed her "masterful sense of control." They noted her "glue-like vocals" that brought together many ideas.
Second Song: "What Still Remains" (2014)
Her second song, "What Still Remains," was released on April 9, 2014. Clash magazine described her singing as "a devastating performance." They called it a "hushed, moody vocal take."
The song was released again in September 2014. Pigeons and Planes said the song mixed "string instruments and pulsating electronic elements." This blend brought together "the old world with the new." They also liked her "nostalgia-drenched vocals."
Big Performance: Lollapalooza (2014)
Oyinda had her first big concert at Lollapalooza on August 3, 2014. She was an opening act at the festival in Chicago.
Rolling Stone magazine listed her as one of Lollapalooza's "50 Must-See Acts." They called her "R&B's best kept secret."
Oyinda's Unique Musical Style
Oyinda's music is often described as R&B and electronic soul. Clash magazine says she makes "emotive, husky, down beat pop music." They also noted her R&B style, where she "pours her being into each word."
Oyinda's Music Releases
Extended Play Albums (EPs)
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Before the Fall |
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Restless Minds |
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Oyinda EP |
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Singles (Individual Songs)
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"Rush of You" | 2014 | Before the Fall |
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"The Devil's Gonna Keep Me" | ||
"Never Enough" | 2016 | Restless Minds |
"Serpentine" | 2017 | |
"Flatline" |