The Buzz On: Nneka
131 Views | Posted on Jan 27, 2010 under Latest News | No CommentWith a soulful voice that sounds like it’s full of the cracks, pops and character of vintage vinyl, Nigerian-German singer/songwriter, Nneka takes something old and makes it new. SImply put, her combination of blues, Afro beat, hip-hop, pop, jazz, and soul is breathtaking, calling to mind the work of anyone from Fela Kuti to Nina Simone. Some might draw the easy comparison to Erykah Badu , Res, or Lauryn Hill , and yes, there are some similarities, but Nneka’s music, especially that on her new album Concrete Jungle , has a vibe all its own
