Lyric Jones has shared a vibrant new EP, titled Better Now (Remixes). LA-based singer, DJ and multi-hyphenate Lyric Jones released "Better Now", her first new single in four years, on June 10th, 2024. A soulful, four-on-the-floor foray into the realm of deep house, the introspective track reintroduces Lyric to listeners and showcases her versatility as an artist. With synth-infused elements of electro/ soul, Better Now (Remixes) finds her exploring themes of personal growth and resilience in the face of hardship. Her vocals are heartfelt, and her rhymes flow sleekly, as she delivers a message of self-empowerment and healing. Now, Lyric shares the original OP Miller-produced record along with five new remixes– by Ian Wallace, Zo! & Tall Black Guy, XL Middleton, and Soul Clap, respectively- in the form of an EP.
"Better Now" presents a soulful blend of electronic and R&B flourishes, interlaced with colorful synth lines and lively rhythms. The remixes provide focused, versatile takes on the original track- with the immersive sonics and enticing grooves of "Better Now – Ian Wallace Remix" making for a refreshing listen, while the Zo! and Tall Black Guy Remix adds a raw, coursing energy that makes for a captivating cut.
A singer/ songwriter, rapper, drummer, producer, and DJ based in LA by way of Boston, Massachusetts, Lyric Jones is a seasoned musician with over a decade of experience both in the studio and onstage. Lyric has graced stages alongside legends like Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Kevin Ross and Rah Digga. Blending jazz, soul, house, and hip-hop, Lyric captivates audiences with her compelling vocals and razor sharp lyricism. Her latest offering, Better Now (Remixes), is a vibrant set of tracks that provides diverse, infectious remixes of her uplifting track "Better Now", alongside the poignant original.
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