Artist description :: real music :: everything taken from heart and soul--remembering where the music came from while presenting a new flava :: everything you want to hear on a smooth ride by yourself or spending the evening with that special someone :: this artist brings love and mood to any situation

Music Style Soul/R&B/Jazz

Musical Influences D'angelo, Maxwell, Sade, The Roots, Musiq Soulchild, Bilal, Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Barry White, Bob Marley, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, Ohio Players, Earth Wind & Fire, Prince, The Spinners, The O'Jays, The Manhattans

Similar Artists Sade, D'angelo, Maxwell

Artist History MalayBIO In our lifetime, we are exposed to so much music. There are many artists whose sound comes and goes. But every once in a while, some thing touches us. Stays with us. Lingers in our minds until we have to hear more, see more... “Sometimes I just wanna chill, and I want to let everything go…When I feel that way, I always reach for the same disc to take me through the night” states Surge Spittable, a well respected rap artist out of Seattle, WA. That disc is the same disc numerous fans reach for when they want to "Take It Slow" (MalayTWO EP) or reflect on the "Better Days" (currently #3 on the R&B/Soul charts on mp3.com). Malay stays with you. His music is very versatile, almost infectious. At age 15, Malay’s Father introduced him to a whole new sound. It was a Jimi Hendrix record. From that day forward, Malay knew where he wanted to go. Not but a few weeks later, he purchased his first guitar. “I started out by getting into all the guitar legends. Cats like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, David Gilmore (Pink Floyd), and Jimi Paige (Led Zepplin). Soon I was getting into all the great soul records from my Dad’s collection. The Manhattans, The Stylistics, The Spinners, Stevie Wonder, Bobby Womack, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Barry White, and The Isley Brothers to name a few. “ Malay studied those albums inside and out, at times spending entire school nights with headphones on, playing into the night. He was soon learning a multitude of instruments such as bass, keyboards, and drums. With every new record he got into, he studied all of the instruments on the albums. It didn’t take long for Malay to get noticed as soon as he emerged in some local talent shows. A popular calypso singer from Trinidad, Andy O, offered Malay a position in his band at the age of 16. It was great exposure to Reggae and Calypso music, and gave Malay recognition in the Seattle music scene. His inspiration was limitless as he had the opportunity to share the stage with well known Reggae and Calypso artists such as Eek-A-Mouse, Maxi Priest, Steel Pulse, and Byron Lee and the Dragons during various Island Music festivals. At age 18, Malay began writing. There was so much music in his head, as he was constantly studying album after album; " Kind of Blue" and "Bitches Brew" by Miles Davis, "Innervisions" by Stevie Wonder, "I’ve Got So Much to Give" by Barry White, and the list goes on and on. He formed a four piece group called Monk. The group quickly attracted a local following; known for their jazz and soul influenced sets. As his writing progressed, Malay spent more time in the studio by himself, and the group slowly grew apart. The time he spent in the studio was most effective when he worked independently, and at that point in his career, he was proficient enough with many instruments, allowing him to perform and produce all of his own tracks. By the age of 19, Malay had the frameworks written for what is now MalayONE, MalayTWO, and MalayTHREE. At the same time, still performing constantly with various Reggae and Calypso groups, as well as producing several tracks for local hip hop artists and emcees. Now, 23 years old, Malay has recently released a three set musical collection sharing the last four years of his life. Every track was written, performed, produced, and recorded by Malay. From the sweet guitar solos on "Be Alright" to the lush piano voicings on "Love Story", it is all Malay. “I wrote about so many life experiences, mostly life altering relationships with people.” His vocal sound is very distinct, natural, and gives you that "old school" vibe. His layered background vocal harmonies are reminiscent of Prince, D’Angelo, or The Eagles. MalayONE is a collection of his stronger “radio-friendly” cuts such as “Better Days”, “Dare To Find”, and “First Again”. MalayTWO is more intimate as he shares his insights on the power of relationships, as they grow stronger, and as they fall apart. MalayTHREE shows his amazing musical capabilities as he clearly fuses all of his musical influences together. It also features smooth horn arrangements like the funk influenced "That’s Just Life", or the reggae influenced "Long Time". His latest live project performs weekly at a popular Jazz club in Seattle. Malay is backed by the well-known Jazz/Soul instrumental group Inside Moves. These talented musical veterans provide the perfect foundation for Malay’s music. “I’ve followed this group for years (Inside Moves) and was waiting for them to find a front man. Malay is a blessing. For all of us soul lovers out here, it has been a dream come true to watch this kid come out. I remember when I first heard his records, I was like damn! Who is this guy? Where’d he come from? When I saw him, I was really blown away! All this soul music spittin’ out of this young kid, and He’s…Asian?!?” Quote from a Seattle Club Owner. Malay has left many astounded and continues to build up his name. His music easily spans various musical genres. People of all ages and races come to his shows. He offers his fans all he has to give, and once they come across him, they always seem to want more.

Group Members malay

Instruments vocals, guitars, keyboards, bass, percussion, drums, horns

Albums MalayONE, MalayTWO, MalayTHREE

Location Seattle, WA - USA

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