Yo, look. I’m just gonna say the quiet part out loud: If we’re talking about the most slept-on project of the year, the answer is hands down Jenevieve’s new album, CRYSALIS. Y’all are moving too fast, man. Slow down and recognize a real one.
This isn’t just background music. Jenevieve is the definition of R&B and Soul right now. Her music hits different; it’s a full-on sonic cleanse. When that voice drops, it makes you stop what you’re doing and actually pay attention. It’s that real, classic, buttery sound that feels like pure peace on a Sunday morning. If you ain’t got this in your heavy rotation, you’re missing out on soul-food music.
The Soulful Vibe Check
For the culture heads, think about the essence of Solange—that effortlessly cool, deeply creative, artistic vibe. Jenevieve channels that soulful depth but also brings the kind of irresistible grooves that just make your head nod.
She’s blending the foundation of old-school R&B with a fresh, modern twist. That’s what makes her music feel like it’s built to stand the test of time. This is the good-for-the-soul music that will be played long after the current trends fade out.
The Tracks That Make the Vibe
The production on CRYSALIS is top-tier. Check out “Head Over Heels.” She’s using her vocals not just for lyrics, but as part of the production itself, weaving her voice into the beat like another instrumentation. That’s the work of a true artist, not just a singer.
Need to keep the party going? “Flight Risk” is that one. Drop that at the function, and I guarantee the whole room is feeling good and getting ready to turn up. It’s got a contagious bounce that just locks you in.
Look, if you genuinely rock with R&B and Soul, you gotta stop sleeping on this. Put the album title track, “Crysalis,” on as you ride out, and you’ll get to your destination feeling good, refreshed, and a little lighter. She’s the queen, and I need to hear more! Don’t sleep on her—you might miss the glow-up.
