Venna

Release Date: 10/08/2021
Format: LP
Label: Naked Lunch – ND031
Release type: Reissued Vinyl LP Pressing

Vinyl LP pressing. 'Spellbinding' - Wonderland 'Excellent' - Jamie Cullum After two EPs and an illuminating start to his career, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Venna releases his debut album, Malik. Not wanting to be rooted in jazz alone, Malik embodies the melting pot of sounds that reflects Venna's environment. Bossa Nova influences can be heard across the album, as well as a deep love for Soul, R&B, and Rap. Venna's broad range shines bright in his choice of collaborators, including vocalists Jorja Smith, Leon Thomas, MIKE, and Smino, as well as instrumentalists such as Yussef Dayes and Marco Bernardis. It's a beautiful rarity when an artist sees themselves as a vessel of the music, and though Malik is a manifestation of his experiences and how he sees the world and years of craft, Venna wants Malik to be an invitation. An invitation to let go, be present and submit to sensory experiences.

1. Yoshi' Intro
   
2. Numero Uno
   
3. Myself
   
4. Prophet
   
5. +Star101
   
6. Day X2
   
7. São Paulo' Interlude
   
8. Twisting
   
9. Zazu
   
10. Mr. Popular
    
11. Raggo Rock
    
12. Veranda
    
13. Alchemy
    
14. Clarendon Fable
    
15. Indigo
    
16. My Way
    
17. Eternal Reflections