Hot off the heels of a busy 2024, Malik English shows no signs of slowing down as he returns with his latest R&B single ‘Tek Time’, the artist once again pushes the boundaries of modern music-making.
Pushing through the soundwaves with an effortless, atmospheric edge, ‘Tek Time’ cements itself as a defiant, alluring single. Ethereal harmonies come backed with groove-laden percussions as English’s irresistible melodies paint a sonic tapestry over the soundwaves. Clocking in at a touch over two minutes, the single blends of R&B, afrobeat, and dancehall to give the record a rich, seductive quality.
“The single, ‘Tek Time’ came to life after a trip to Trinidad, where I had the chance to explore parts of the island I hadn’t seen before. Being immersed in that environment, surrounded by the culture, music, and energy, I wanted to bring that influence into my own sound. I wanted to capture the feeling of falling in love in the club—that magnetic connection when you first meet someone and everything feels new and exciting. That experience, combined with my love for R&B and Afrobeats, shaped the sensual yet high-energy vibe of the song. It’s all about being locked into that early phase of love, where every moment feels like time stopped.”
Described as having music that hits like a kaleidoscope of sound, fast-rising star Malik English is quickly building a reputation as one of the most exciting acts to be emerging out of New York City. An artist-producer, with his roots stemming from Trinidad, Nigeria and Canada, his rich cultural background lends itself to his rich music-making, not leaning into one style of music and instead pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a contemporary artist.
Since debuting in 2020, English’s defiant creative spark has seen him earn the backing of the likes of AFROPUNK, NOTION and CLASH as turns the heads of the industry and fans alike. His emphatic artistry led to performances at the likes of SXSW, The Apollo and a feature in Beyonce’s ‘Black is King’. Inspired by the communal nature of music, and shared experiences, his end goal is to break down barriers, and preconceived notions of what artists look like whilst championing being authentic and true. Looking forward to 2025 with new music on the horizon, Malik English look to further cement himself as an exceptional young talent.
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