With Her Silky R&B Vocals, Cilla Raie Delivers Her New Single Longtime
UK R&B singer and songwriter Cilla Raie leads 2022 with her brand new infectious sultry R&B single ‘Longtime’ produced by
XVR Blck. Piercing together R&B sounds with a hint of drill. The single gives you the feel of a vintage aura with smooth and silky sonic vibes. Longtime was written with such ease and deep into the night, it represents a new era of growth for me. Which is a long-time coming, giving grown woman vibes and stepping into my divine feminine energy, going after what I want with no fear.
In 2021, Cilla Raie released her ‘Reconnected’ EP which caught the attention of MTV, Wonderland Magazine, BBC 1Xtra, Capital Xtra and more. Including achieving This is R&B ‘10 R&B artists you should have on your radar'. The EP peaked at number 2 on the UK iTunes R&B/Soul Album Charts, garnering further support from Reprezent, Earmilk, Apple News and more.
Cilla Raie began recording music at just 14-years-old and takes inspiration from her early influences such as Aaliyah, Toni Braxton and Tamia. During the early stages of her musical journey, Cilla was mentored by super producer DaV-inche (Stormzy, Skepta, Wiley) and manager Jackie Davison MBE (Wayne Hector). In 2014, Cilla Raie released her first self-titled debut project produced by Sillky (Mabel, Teedra Moses, Craig David) and The
Arcade (Doja Cat, Khalid, Migos). She successfully embarked on a national school tour across the UK performing with legislation group UK Music. She also has a unique entrance to the music industry having graduated with a BA honours in Public Relations and a Master’s degree scholarship in Music Business Management.
“These experiences I had juggling various part time jobs, being a student and doing music shaped and moulded me into the artist and independent entrepreneur that I am today, being an independent artist”.
Her music reveals a deeper message for all: the importance of self-love, reassurance and confidence. 2022 will see the release of yet another exciting Cilla Raie EP supported by Help Musicians/MOBO Awards and Arts England/National Lottery, be sure to watch out for Cilla Raie.
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