Paul Grant announces forthcoming 'Forward' EP with brand new track 'Rivers' (feat. Chris Keys)

Following an emphatic creative run of back-to-back album releases over the past few years, including 2021’s ‘Reflections’ and 2022’s ‘Sketches’, Paul Grant returns with a Spring-time bop that’s ready to bring the sun home. ‘Rivers’ acts as the introduction to his forthcoming ‘Forward’ EP.

The track is a continuation of a collaborative spirit that’s seen Paul team up with the likes of Kiefer, Braxton Cook and Emmavie. This time, Grammy-nominated producer Chris Keysis brought into the mix, adding euphoric synth pads and his own improvisational flare to complement Paul’s expansive, Brazilian-flavoured arrangement.

Talking about ‘Rivers’, Paul explains “Rivers is influenced by Brazilian music of the 70’s and features orchestral elements and keyboards by my friend and producer Chris Keys, who was recently nominated for a Grammy after his contributions to Lizzo’s latest album.”

Paul has been steadily making his mark as a go-to producer within the jazz-hip-hop scene on the west coast and beyond. Upcoming EP ‘Forward’ continues with his mission to bridge the spaces between genres, and cultivate a community of collaborators that continue to push his music in exciting new directions. With hip-hop as the canvas, Paul’s paints of choice are the hues of jazz, R&B and...  more