The latest release from Rhian! is a sexy dance track, I Need Somebody To Love Tonight, so sexy you’ll want to dance to it in London’s queer clubs.
Rhian! is no stranger to club bangers; his summer single Vitamin D was a hit on dancefloors in London and made its way onto radio stations across Europe.
Rhian! ‘s sound and style is greatly influenced by Sylvester
This release delves into the catalogue of LGBTQ+ icon Sylvester. You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) by Sylvester is a Pride anthem and a timeless hit from 1978, which Rhian! includes in most of his live sets.
By covering this track, Rhian! pays homage to this influential figure who paved the way for LGBTQ+ music.
I Need Somebody To Love Tonight is a collaboration with friend and producer Massimo Bragheiri. They have infused the track with electronic and house production elements, seamlessly melding Rhian! ‘s falsetto stylings into the song’s fabric. His vocal is relatively restrained throughout the track, exuding vulnerability and a yearning to be loved.
While celebrating Sylvester’s legacy, Rhian! has made this track his own with new adlibs and a new background vocal arrangement
With an authentic vibe and a retro disco feel that keeps a pace that is current, I Need Somebody To Love Tonight makes you want to get up and dance all the way through to the big drop at the end of the bridge.
‘He was so much more than just that track and I want to shine a light on his catalogue and bring his talent in front of earsthat don’t know him beyond Mighty Real. He was way ahead of his time.’
Rhian!
Rhian! has performed on stages all over the world and made his debut as a recording artist in the summer of 2022. His music has been featured on BBC Introducing, Pride Radio, Gaydio and many more. Last year, Rhian! put out an impressive 11 releases, a combination of singles and remix EPs.
Rhian! ‘s sound and style carry themselves with ineffable charm; playful and sultry while more than engaging enough to light up a dance floor.
Stream I Need Somebody To Love Tonight or follow Rhian! on his social media accounts and keep up with the latest releases.
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Ajamu X @ajamustudios