Pain is all part of the human condition, and if there’s one artist in Los Angeles who can appreciate the beauty in that, it’s Niia. Niia’s got a strong foundation in both the traditional Italian and classical jazz vocal styles and with the help of Rhye producer and frequent collaborator Robin Hannibal, she brings it all together on trickling, groove-heavy trip-hop that’s not without its own ’80s R&B/Quiet Storm influences.
Niia’s just announced her sophomore album II: La Bella Vita for the appropriate release date of Valentine’s Day, so before you soak up this baker’s dozen of Sade-esque songs, be sure to enjoy “Whatever You Got”!
–Jack Anderson
