Back with their first record of the year, alt-R&B duo Silk Cinema showcase why they’re a glowing addition to the UK neo-soul scene with ‘How To Find Perfection’. Comparable to the sounds of Sinead Harnett and Raveena, the upcoming duo are making a serious impression with their newest offering.
Dream-like and intoxicating, Silk Cinema’s approach to their craft is both reflective and engaging. ‘How To Find Perfection’ taps into our human desire to strive for perfection, and the realisation that this is unattainable.
“There’ll be nothing but questions, on how to find perfection, I gotta know, cause I still need it in my soul, got so far to go”
As they muse, their narratives are accompanied by jazzy instrumentals and vocalist Kristy X’s crystal clear croon. Maintaining a sense of calm fluidity through its entirety, the (almost) 5-minute long track is beautifully soothing and perfect to wind down to. The easy-listening track adds even more zest to the duo’s existing discography, and shows off their complementary expertise, as they blend Raph A’s polished production with Kristy X’s wondrous vocal tone. The London based talents take their inspiration from Steely Dan and Jessie Ware, and are adding their own distinctive groovy edge to R&B. Their sound is particularly recognisable – you’ll know when you’ve heard a Silk Cinema track.
Refined and glossy, an unmissable sophistication oozes from Silk Cinema’s sound, with their comforting hybrid brand enabling you to add their tracks to both your late night playlists and your morning coffee compilations. As you bask in their entrancing vibes and let their warm, relatable words sink in, you soon realise this is a duo worth taking note of.
Equipped with a chart-worthy brand and a whole lot of soul, Silk Cinema have all the means to make it to the big time, and it seems it won’t be long until they do.
