Zhakiya Sowah

Gabriella Cole Takes Centre Stage with Debut Single 'On Track'

North London Musician and vocalist Gabriella Cole explodes into the music scene with ‘on track’ her stunning debut offering. Only 23 years old, Cole effortlessly navigates themes of empowerment and self-assurance, transcending the complexities of love vividly, depicting ambition and belonging when embarking on your creative journey.

 

The track has a perfectly curated warmth and is a hazy R&B masterpiece that showcases Gabriella's mesmerising vocals against a backdrop of vibrant synths and retro-fitted percussion reminiscent of Kelela's signature style. 

 

Sharing an insight into the making of ‘on track’, Gabriella highlights the collaborative effort with producers Nolais and JEDSOUL, as well as songwriters Edàja and SKŸE. She describes the track as a fusion of “pop, alternative R&B, and live drums”  emphasising its departure from traditional romantic R&B tropes to champion individuality and trust in the process.

 

Accompanied by an official music video, this piece features Gabriella at her mundane job in an off-license shop, dreaming of better and brighter days. Shot by Difty, the video serves as an introduction to Gabriella Cole, the rising star.

 Born into a rich Ugandan heritage and raised in the vibrant landscape of North London, Gabriella's musical prowess reflects a fusion of influences, seamlessly blending R&B melodies with the pulsating energy of London's evolving sound. Despite minimal promotion, her tracks have garnered over 6,000 streams on SoundCloud alone, a testament to her innate talent and undeniable appeal.

 

Cole's debut marks a significant moment in her budding career and as she prepares for a series of releases in the coming year, her trajectory appears poised for continued success, propelled by a creativity unconfined by genre or convention. 

 

With a vocal range spanning over four octaves and a diverse musical palette encompassing pop, R&B, neo-soul, electronic, UKG, and grime, Gabriella Cole stands as a beacon of innovation in an ever-evolving musical landscape. She truly is an artist on the verge of something extraordinary.