R&B Realism: Brent Faiyaz

Experience the music industry, romance and coming of age stories from the perspective of R&B’s newest realist. Brent Faiyaz is the rough 'round the edges songwriter coming to prominence in the midst of a soul renaissance. After achieving much-deserved attention for his participation in Goldlink’s Hip-Hop banger “Crew”, Faiyaz has now released his own full-length project. Unapologetic lyrics and adult themes make up Brent Faiyaz’s autobiographical debut album ‘Sonder Son’.

“I didn’t grow up singing, so I feel like I’m approaching this more like a rapper. I’m not gonna hold my tongue when it comes to how I feel about anything."

- Brent Faiyaz, Fader, By Ben Dandridge-Lemco, October 13, 2017

Channelling timeless themes of new love, getting over old love or just trying to succeed in an unforgiving world, Faiyaz uses his own life experiences for flawless lyrical content and heartfelt delivery. Sweet talking the listener with stories of being a struggling musician and a lover. Promising friendship and devotion, confessing insecurities and fears Faiyaz’s personality, sincerity and raw emotion is tangible and emboldened by the beautiful production on each mesmerising track. Stand out songs for us include ‘Stay Down’, ‘Talk to you’ and ‘All I Want’.

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