I am very impressed with this track submission from up and coming artist, Valencia. "Vibe" is a relaxing, summer-themed r&b track with a captivating groove and fitting elements of hip-hop. Whoever worked on the production for this record did an excellent job of capturing a summertime vibe. For instance, the tropical guitar plucking melodies layered over the minimal drum kicks make me feel like I am relaxing on an island.
The biggest highlight of this song is Valencia herself. Valencia's vocal performance sounds very seasoned on this track; it is clear that she is talented and has been practicing for a long time. Throughout the song, Valencia experiments with different flows and cadences that keep the music very entertaining until the very end. Additionally, this track has a strong r&b hook that will keep you coming back for more.
The verses and the hook also assist the instrumental in projecting that summer vibe.
"Lightning bugs help me get to sleep at night... Don't you love it when it's near the summertime? / It's the summertime just vibe, vibe / We can do this all damn night, night."
Overall, "Vibe" is a high-quality song that deserves more plays. And the song's summer theme makes it a perfect fit for this picnic playlist. I appreciate Valencia for supporting the playlist, and I will be looking out for her music from now on.
You can learn more about Valencia here:
About The Curator - Mussie Fitsum
I am a student at the University of Maryland, College Park where I am studying Criminal Justice and Criminology with a minor in International Development and Conflict Management. After college, I want to get my law degree and practice criminal law. I am also a big music lover that listens to r&b, hip-hop, rock, reggae, and pop. But, I am also trying to expand my taste in music as much as I can to appreciate the different amount of genres out there. I also started a music blog in August 2018; so if you like reading interesting takes on music and concert opinions, then give it a glance.
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