Edson Sean
Brooklyn, New York, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2015 | SELF
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Fans of R&B may be familiar with Edson Sean, who is currently making a name for himself on various platforms online. Based in Brooklyn, New York, this impressive rapper brings harmonious vocals and well thought out song construction to underground R&B and hip-hop scenes. Though Edson Sean explores various styles across his many releases, he frequently settles on a true melding of hip-hop and rap. Defining himself as experimental hip-hop, this inventive artist clearly has enough talent to make a real splash.
On his newest release, “Stupid Me”, this versatile artist dives into a strikingly honest love song. Love songs can be tricky for independent artists, as heartfelt topics often come off as cheesy instead of genuine. Admirably, Edson Sean manages to tell a three-dimensional story, as well as expand his vocal talent and meticulous song construction. - 24OurMusic.net
An artist grows In Brooklyn and his name is Edson Sean. The roots stem from hip hop/R&B and the seed is Hip Hop Soul. Combining these elements is no easy task but this rapper/vocalist/producer masterfully intertwines the best of both worlds in The Pursuit Of Magic. The difficult task is left to us to figure out… which is our favorite track???
This is one of those rare occasions when it’s more than expected to arrive at a different conclusion after every listen. The album is filled with relatable content over well-crafted beats in its purest musical form. - www.onetrackmine.com
Edson Sean Delivers in His Pursuit for Magic
Never sounding too monotonous, Sean takes us track by track on a journey that showcases his talents and his ear for quality and savory sounds.
It’s an appropriately named album for what is truly an enchanting album.
In The Pursuit Of Magic by Brooklyn-born Edson Sean is a wonderfully crafted R&B that blends together slick vocals, 90’s style R&B beats, and some fantastic lyricism. - 24OurMusic.net
Discography
2 Shades Darker 2008
Edson Sean 2011
In The Pursuit Of Magic 2015
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Having had his fill of mainstream monotony, born and bred Brooklynite, Edson Sean, is on a mission to bring authentic musicality back to the forefront.
Edson Sean’s video for “Stupid Me” is currently in rotation on VH1 Soul. This first effort from his upcoming album “The Pursuit of Magic” is preparing the public for next thing in Hip Hop Soul. Edson has been influenced by the likes of Stevie Wonder and Eric Roberson to Big Daddy Kane and The Roots. He has seamlessly combined old school Hip Hop sensibilities with a classic soulful feel that creates a refreshingly new yet familiar sound.
Edson is not new to the music scene. In 2009 he was chosen by Jazz at Lincoln Center and the State Department to be an American Music Ambassador. Along with follow R&B singer Shantel Jackson, Rapper Chris Rel and DJ Pretty Nyce(Pierre Aime) the quartet travelled to 6 West African countries to bridge the cultural gap through music and soft diplomacy. Not only does Edson sing, he also plays a myriad of instruments ranging from piano, drums, guitar and the djembe. Under the Omni Blaize moniker, Edson released 2 Hip Hop albums and another 2 with his Soul/Alternative band 2 Shades Darker.
“Whenever I can’t deal, music is my medicine”- Edson Sean
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