Marta Kalani is an international singer-songwriter based in Australia, raised and born in Spain. Each project reflects a tapestry of musical influences rooted in Neo-Soul and R&B, blending cultural flavors and life experiences into Original Music.
Kalani’s recent single, “You & I,” is a romantic anthem that deals with self-love rather than putting that energy into another. The tune doesn’t discredit the importance of relationships with others; instead, Kalani sheds a refreshing light on the act of caring for oneself. Her poetic and uplifting songwriting is delivered via sinfully sweet melodies that gently fall around soaring horn sections, twinkling keys, and subtle yet potent drum patterns. There are dashes of infectious pop in the vocals that are quickly juxtaposed by neo-soul tinted tones, giving “You & I” its unique textures. Kalani can make her emotions palpable, even when the artist’s writing is from a deeply personal place. Therein lies the magic of “You & I.” Kalani finds the middle ground between empathy and self-care, exploring the grey area in the middle to emerge with a stunning ballad with subtle fusion work. Kalani’s new single is a beautifully composed piece of modern neo-soul that employs nostalgic aesthetics to deliver a moving message.
